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23 October 2026

Save These Numbers Before You Splash: Wannadive’s Essential Emergency Contacts

A great dive starts long before you enter the water. It starts with preparation, planning, and knowing exactly what to do if something goes wrong. That is why Wannadive’s essential emergency contacts should be saved in your phone before any shore dive, boat dive, guided dive, or course activity on Bonaire.

If a dive-related incident happens outside shop hours, fast action matters. In this guide, you will find the key emergency numbers to store, when to use each one, and how these contacts fit into Wannadive’s broader safety-first approach. You will also get practical tips to help you feel more prepared before every dive day.

Why Wannadive’s Essential Emergency Contacts Matter

Diving is enjoyable, rewarding, and often deeply relaxing, but it also takes place in an environment where quick communication can be critical. In an emergency, people do not want to search through emails, booking confirmations, or websites while under stress.

Saving Wannadive’s essential emergency contacts in advance helps you:

That kind of preparation supports a safer overall dive experience and reflects the way Wannadive approaches operations: with planning, professional supervision, and attention to guest safety.

The Three Emergency Contacts Every Diver Should Save

Here are the numbers every guest should store before diving.

Contact Number When to Call Why It Matters
Emergency services 911 First call in a dive-related emergency outside shop hours Connects you with local emergency response
DAN Emergency Hotline +1 919 684 9111 After calling 911 Provides 24-hour specialist advice for diving incidents
Fundashon Mariadal Hospital +599 715 8900 If needed after contacting emergency services Hospital support for emergency care

1. Call 911 immediately

In a dive-related emergency outside shop hours, call 911 first. When you speak to emergency services:

This first step is the priority because local emergency services coordinate the immediate response.

2. Contact the DAN Emergency Hotline

After notifying local services, call the DAN Emergency Hotline at +1 919 684 9111. This hotline offers 24-hour specialist advice for diving emergencies.

In a diving incident, expert guidance can be important because symptoms, timelines, and recommended next steps may differ from other medical situations. DAN support helps add diving-specific expertise once emergency response is underway.

3. Call Fundashon Mariadal Hospital if needed

If needed, call Fundashon Mariadal Hospital on +599 715 8900.

One detail is especially important: go to the hospital’s emergency department, not directly to the recompression chamber. That step helps ensure proper medical evaluation and the right care pathway.

Quick Answer: Which Numbers Should You Save Before Diving With Wannadive?

If you want the short version, save these three numbers now:

  1. 911
  2. DAN Emergency Hotline: +1 919 684 9111
  3. Fundashon Mariadal Hospital: +599 715 8900

That simple step can make a real difference if an after-hours dive incident occurs.

Emergency Oxygen: When Available, Use It Correctly

If emergency oxygen is available, it should be administered by a trained person while medical help is on the way.

Oxygen is commonly recognized as an important first-aid measure in suspected diving incidents, but it should be handled properly. The key point is not just having oxygen nearby, but making sure a trained person provides it while professional medical assistance is en route.

After the Immediate Emergency: Inform Wannadive When the Shop Reopens

Once the situation is under control, guests should inform Wannadive as soon as the dive shop reopens.

Wannadive is open from 8 AM to 5 PM. Contact options include:

This follow-up helps the team stay informed and support guests appropriately after an incident.

How Wannadive Supports Diver Safety Every Day

Emergency contacts are only one part of safe diving. Wannadive also builds safety into daily operations in practical, visible ways.

Qualified dive professionals lead and supervise activities

Every dive is led and supervised by qualified dive professionals. That professional oversight helps guests dive with guidance that matches both conditions and experience level.

Thorough briefings prepare guests before the dive

Guests receive thorough briefings before activities. Good briefings help divers understand the plan, conditions, procedures, and expectations before entering the water.

Equipment and cylinders are regularly inspected

Wannadive’s rental equipment and dive cylinders are regularly inspected and maintained. Reliable equipment supports safer diving and gives guests added confidence when renting gear.

Dive plans are adapted to the diver

Dive plans are adjusted according to:

That personalized approach is important because safe diving is not one-size-fits-all.

Operations follow Bonaire Marine Park regulations

Wannadive follows applicable Bonaire Marine Park regulations. Compliance supports both safer dive operations and responsible use of the marine environment.

A Safety-First Culture Backed by Experience

Wannadive began more than twenty years ago with the goal of becoming Bonaire’s most comprehensive, safest, progressive, and fun dive operation. That philosophy still shapes the guest experience today, with a focus on service with a smile and top-level training and facilities.

This is also reflected in the range of services available, from diver education and guided diving to boat diving, dive equipment rental, equipment repair, drive-in stations, and Dive & Drive options. When a dive operation offers so many ways for guests to get in the water, clear safety procedures become even more important.

Where to Reach Wannadive

Wannadive operates from two locations on Bonaire:

Wannadive Eden Beach (North)

Kaya Gobernador N. Debrot 73
Bonaire, Dutch Caribbean
Tel: +599 701 0882

Wannadive Windsock (South)

EEG Boulevard 3
Bonaire, Dutch Caribbean
Tel: +599 717 8884

General contact:

If you are planning your trip, it is a good idea to keep these standard contact details saved alongside Wannadive’s essential emergency contacts.

Practical Tips: How to Prepare Before Any Dive Day

Want a simple checklist? Use this before you head out.

Save the numbers in your phone

Create a contact group or favorites list with:

Know your dive plan

Before entering the water, make sure you understand:

Be honest about your certification and experience

Wannadive adapts dive plans to certification level, conditions, and guest experience. Giving accurate information helps the team guide you appropriately.

Arrange bookings in advance

Booking is straightforward: contact Wannadive through the website or by email with your preferred dates and diving plans. Share how many people are travelling, which activities or course you would like to book, your certification level, and whether you need rental equipment. Wannadive will check availability and confirm the options with you.

It is recommended to book guided dives, boat dives, courses, and rental equipment in advance, especially during busy periods.

A little pre-trip admin can make the whole experience smoother. Helpful items to check include:

These are natural next steps if you are planning a more complete dive holiday.

Safety and Sustainability Can Work Together

Strong operations often balance guest safety with responsible day-to-day practices. At Wannadive South at Grand Windsock Resort, 100 solar panels power a significant part of daily dive-shop operations, including cylinder-filling facilities. Together with responsible diving briefings, this helps reduce the environmental impact of operations.

For divers, that matters because a well-run dive operation protects not only the guest experience, but also the environment that makes the experience possible.

Common Question: Who Should I Call First in a Dive Emergency Outside Shop Hours?

Call 911 first. State your exact location and explain that it is a diving incident. After that, contact the DAN Emergency Hotline at +1 919 684 9111 for 24-hour specialist advice, and call Fundashon Mariadal Hospital on +599 715 8900 if needed.

If emergency oxygen is available, it should be administered by a trained person while medical help is on the way. Then, once the situation is under control, inform Wannadive as soon as the dive shop reopens.

Conclusion: Save Wannadive’s Essential Emergency Contacts Today

Preparation is one of the simplest ways to dive with more confidence. By saving Wannadive’s essential emergency contacts before you splash, you give yourself a faster, clearer path to action if an after-hours incident occurs.

The key numbers are simple:

Pair that preparation with Wannadive’s safety-first approach, qualified dive professionals, thorough briefings, and regularly inspected equipment, and you are starting from a stronger place.

If you are planning your next dives, courses, guided outings, or rental needs, contact Wannadive via the website or email at info@wannadive.com to arrange your booking in advance.