This is Bonaire (4k) - Pride of the Dutch Caribbean

Bonaire National Marine Park is an underwater sanctuary that surrounds the entire island of Bonaire. The park is the world's oldest marine reserve and was established with support from the World Wildlife Fund and managed by the STINAPA foundation. Bonaire marine park is one of the world's most beautiful diving destinations.
Join us on a journey through the beautiful coral reef of Bonaire, the pride of the Dutch Caribbean. We’ll take you along breathtaking reef structures, through endless coral fields, and past its surprising inhabitants. Bonaire is a Caribbean Sea island off the coast of Venezuela. The Caribbean Sea surrounding Bonaire homes approximately 350 species of fish, and the coral reef encompasses about 60 species of coral.
The island is surrounded by coral reefs and is easily accessible by car or boat for any diver. With pleasant water temperatures and varied depths from shallow to deep, the reefs are easy to dive independently without a guide. However, a guide is recommended on the east coast as currents can be rough.
Because of the presence of seagrass and mangroves, a shallow lagoon in the southeast of Bonaire is a one-of-a-kind area. With restricted access, a portion of the mangroves remains virtually undisturbed, making it a valuable resting area for birds and a nursery for many fish and other aquatic life. However, mangrove forests are under threat. The Mangrove Maniacs Foundation, a group of people united in their mission to preserve the mangroves for the future, looks after this particular area.
Today, salt is still extracted from the salt pans of the Pekelmeer. In the colorful basins of the southwest, seawater evaporates naturally, leaving behind salt for extraction.
Another colorful area is Bonaire's capital, Kralendijk, where buildings and murals are painted beautifully bright colors.
Sea Turtle Conservation Bonaire is a non-profit organisation dedicated to the conservation of endangered sea turtles in Bonaire. In addition to rescuing injured turtles, sea turtles are frequently captured for a short time to monitor their health, growth, and provide them with a tag or satellite transmitter. The data from the transmitters provide valuable insight into the turtles' foraging and breeding habits.
Reef Renewal Foundation Bonaire is doing everything it can to restore the reef. Coral nurseries can be found all over the island, where coral fragments grow in coral trees before being planted on the reef.
The wildlife above water is rich in biodiversity with birds, lizards, iguanas. Washington Slagbaai National Park, which encompasses the entire northern region of Bonaire, is a protected nature reserve. The nature reserves are easily accessible by car and offer a memorable experience.
This film is the result of around 80 hours of 4k video footage and a few months editing. Shot in August / November 2021.
Filming: Jurriën Wiss, Isabelle Wiss
Used camera’s:
Sony A7SIII + Nauticam NA-A7SIII housing + Keldan Spectrum Filter SF
Sony 28-70mm lens + Nauticam WACP I (Wide Angle Conversion Port I)
Sony 90mm macro lens + Nauticam N100 macro port + INON UCL-67 macro lens
Atomos Ninja V monitor + Nauticam NA-Ninja V housing
Keldan Video 4X 10000lm CRI85 lights + Keldan Ambient Filters
Sony AX700 4K + Gates housing + GP34 Wide Angle Port
Sealife Sea Dragon 2500 lights
DJI Mini 2
Gopro Hero 8 Black
Dive sites (we did 75 dives): Sara’s Smile, Blootlet, Tolo, Forest, Southwest Corner, Saltpier, Windsock, 1000 Steps, Karpata, Atlantis, Angel City, White Hole, La Dania’s Leap, Mi Dushi, Carl’s Hill, Boka Bartol, Wayaka II, Bachelors Beach, Yellow Hut, Something Special, Margate Bay, Hilma Hooker, Invisibles, Bari Reef, Funchi, Willemstoren Lighthouse, Country Garden, Bon Bini Na Cas, Alice in Wonderland, White Slave, Cliff, Aquarius, Bruce Rappel, Munk’s Haven, Hidden Beach, Candyland, Tailor Made, Turtle City, Pink Beach.
Music: Epidemic Sound, www.epidemicsound.com/referra...
Edgar Hopp - Eyes Of Yours, In Abundance, Flight Of The Ravens
Francis Wells - The Fields At Home
David Celeste - Eternally Yours
Dream Cave - I Will Not Be Shaken, Today We’ll Travel Far, I’ll Fly Far Away
Bonnie Grace - Monuments, Deeper Than The Ocean
Kikoru - The Longest Path
Beyond The Corals: beyondthecorals.com/
Bonaire East Coast Diving: www.bonaireeastcoastdiving.com/
Mangrove Manics: mangrovemaniacs.org/
Sea Turtle Conservation Bonaire: www.bonaireturtles.org/
Reef Renewal Foundation Bonaire: www.reefrenewalbonaire.org/
Donkey Sanctuary Bonaire: www.donkeysanctuary.org/
0:00 Introduction of Bonaire
2:48 Mangroves
6:13 Bonaire parks
9:03 Bonaire marine park
16:13 Sea turtles
17:34 Above water beauty of Bonaire
19:55 Night at Bonaire
21:22 Suffering reefs
21:56 Reef Renewal Bonaire
23:15 Credits
#Bonaire
#BonaireDiving
#BonaireIsland
© Copyright 2021/2022, Jurriën Wiss. All Rights Reserved.

[@SpencerPhotography]

What the heck? Why doesn't this work of art have like 10 million views! So well done, guys!!

[@harryknights694]

You should get in contact with David Attenborough, I used to live on the same street as him! with these filming skills and the inspiring and educational story lines you could go very far with nature documentaries. Almost made me cry how incredibly beautiful the underwater world is in Bonaire. More humans need to see the beauty and magnificence of nature to stop polluting it and protect! The ecosystem is a mirror to us, the fact we are damaging the environment shows we are damaging ourselves. When were very close to non-human beings it is possible to see ourselves reflected back as we are all in essence made of the same stuff. We should protect and spend more time immersed in the raw elements of nature away from computer screens and central heating and become more connected. That's what its all about: Connection & Purpose.

[@thedudeabides1443]

Not sure how many videos you have made, but this is world-class. Bravo!

[@LightningWing11]

What a gem of a place, I hope to visit one day!

[@dogonmyneck]

This place is a true gem for the world! We had a stop here a few years back on cruise and we took all of our grandkids snorkeling and to this day they still talk about how beautiful this place is and how lucky they got to visit. I have snorkeled in lots of places in the world and it took me 35 years to see a sea turtles but here my grandkids on the first time in the water see one within minutes of getting in the ocean. I cannot wait to go back and see more of the beauty soon. Agree with others on why this video does not have millions of views.

[@jamesberry8079]

Been to Bonaire multiple times now so why am I just now coming across this video? This video is so breathtaking I am contemplating throwing all my camera gear away.

[@svadventure3134]

Absolutely stunning footage!

[@user-nn5io2jz4e]

Absolutely superb video. I'm booking a dive trip there right now.

[@AlfredStoppels]

Found your first film when looking into Fury Shoals. Now I watched all your films ... and am so impressed by your footage and editing. It is all breathtaking The way you bring things to life is incredible. All films are just gems for those who love the underwater world. Huge Compliment! Knap werk.

[@mangrovemaniacs-bonaire798]

Thank you so much for joining us into the forest. Working with us. Thank you for this beautiful movie and the message you have.

[@JurrienWiss]

It was an honor to be a part of the Mangrove Maniacs volunteers and the great work being done. You really make a difference and deliver a major contribution to the conservation of Bonaire's mangroves and surrounding area ❤

[@joaobaccarin5552]

You guys are really good! Great footage!

[@dakicpopovich]

One of the best quality video I have ever watch about Bonaire, makes me fall in love with the Island 😀

[@rireuter]

Well done!!!

[@honeybee-vo9ox]

Beautiful

[@mlanding6832]

This could be one of the most beautiful videos I have ever seen! Thank you!

[@commanderkrieger]

Jurrien, this is a masterpiece Amazing video quality. the Sony a7SIII in perfection and a great selection of music Its a documentary and thank you so much for this breathtaking video and work!!! Greetings

[@JurrienWiss]

Hi André, thanks for your nice words!

[@teetrenidad2499]

very cool beautiful shots, THX! Nos dushi isla Bonairu.

[@igorledo3833]

Absolutely beautiful. Really well crafted, really smooth filming, great storylines. Piece of art! Bonaire is breathtaking

[@soursolv9133]

Wow, for the first time we got some proper production about/from our Island. Great job!

[@luciadeliege-lataster3923]

Wow! Beautiful shots! Nature is incredibly beautiful on Bonaire, both on land and in the sea.

[@sdzachar]

So beautiful wow I love it ❤

[@cobain0267]

Ich finde diese Insel einfach traumhaft...ich fliege nächstes Jahr wieder hin...und irgendwann hoffe ich sagen zu können...i come back and stay...❤

[@egidiomora4079]

Hermoso lugar... Gracias Dios

[@sdzachar]

Wow best movie 🍿 ❤

[@DiverErnst]

Wat een waanzinnig film. Bonaire super gaaf in beeld gebracht!

[@user-bi8ev8gk4j]

wow, one solid piece of work

[@IzuSansui]

No doubt, it is a professional documentary! Fabulous! This channel deserves more subscriptions.

[@jeremyhaines4481]

I would love to Bonaire it looks beautiful

[@wabcriel1]

Wow! Really nice movie! Wel done!

[@SilvioKallen]

Geweldig mooie documentaire waarop ik zelfs nog in mijn buggy voorbij kom in Playa

[@twinflowerfioretta]

Bonaire is a Paradise, absolutely Wonderful! great Docu. Thank you very much! 💙💚 I spended 4 weeks at the Red Sea, i just miss it now...

[@twinflowerfioretta]

unfortunately trash is humans footprints everywhere.......

[@cryptojihadi265]

How do you compare Red Sea to Bonaire?

[@twinflowerfioretta]

@@cryptojihadi265 i`m sory, i have never been to Bonaire. the landscape around Red Sea is of course a Desert - very different, but nice contrast, blue water, clear Sky and grey brown sand, only few green spots with palms...

[@radeaver]

Beautiful done, educational and informative. A true joy to view, Bonaire a special place for many! 👏🏻👏🏻💙 🇧🇶

[@manuellewin3679]

FANTASTIC!!! Really I mean it. I have been a pro diver for the last 30 years and didnt saw many times the quality you are offering for a "non-profesional"!!! Thanks a lot Monsieur ❤

[@KjeldKahn]

Mooi man die onderwater beelden. Een edit maken van 80 uur duik video's, respect! Geniet ervan.

[@gcprost]

Thanks for making this video. I will be leaving for Bonaire in two days time. I hope that is will see a fraction of the beautiful video that your have shared with us.

[@robhoekstra9166]

This is by far the best and most beautiful video I have seen of Bonaire. I loved the warning at the end of the video. This one should have a million views. I'm happy and thankfull that I will visit Bonaire in october this year and I will do my shear of cleaning up!

[@user-ll4dg5zz7s]

Прекрасно ❤

[@wilfordbrimley3489]

Awesome! Great shots! Factual narrative....wow... nicely done

[@davidlan5698]

An amazingly inspiring work of art. Keep educating us about the beauty and the need for smarter living.

[@marco899]

Geweldige film.

[@pimstovers1156]

A joy for the eye, happy to see positivity in this climate change crisis. Heel mooi gedaan.

[@mcsy]

Truly amazing! Ive watched all of your videos so far and I have to say this one is my favourite! So inspirational mate!! Keep it up!

[@danielgroener3196]

What an amazing work of art!!!!

[@georgebalmusfilmmaker]

Ocean and ocean life shape the Earth's features Beautiful!

[@sonrisabonaire]

Absolutely beautiful! 💚🐠🐢🐙

[@onepairofhands]

great presentation of the island

[@jlfballast]

Geweldig mooi

[@jonathanamato]

Your shots are incredible and inspiring! Thank you for this amazing video

[@rinhusar7442]

It's so beautiful ❤️ Great nature 😍 Thanks for this video ☺️

[@andrewmelzer3818]

Absolutely incredible. You deserve SO many more views and subscribers.

[@michaeleavenson2716]

Paradise ❤

[@holgeripsen]

Absolutely fantastic shoots and cut. I Love your videos, very inspiring!

[@underthehorizondiver]

Amazing shots! Need more videos.

[@seanjayasekera]

Great video, amazing footage! 😍 The message is so inspiring too :)

[@hannahgroeneveld3550]

amazing!

[@Joeri2K3]

Damn Jurries & Isabelle ! Dit is een heel mooie (duik)film (in feite docu)! Daar waar ik je vorige filmen al knap vond, hebben jullie hier 'the bar' flink hoger gezet. Knappe video, edit, muziek, docu. Inspirerend hoor!

[@mart555rct]

Mooie beelden! Bedankt voor het uploaden! 😁

[@LaurenPaigeSQL]

1:12 WOW! 🤯 What AMAZING footage of that Longsnout Seahorse - those guys are so small! The dive housing for those DSLR cameras may cost an arm and a leg but DAMN is it worth it in the right hands! One thing that stood out to me so much was the color grading. There's a lot of good underwater footage, but most of it is so oversaturated in blue tones. Did y'all achieve this mostly through lighting or editing? Got any tips for a new underwater photographer?

[@MrOhUW]

so cool I want to ask you some questions. What program do u use color correction? I want to create a color like you. awesome. Do you always use lens and light filters?

[@annettevet2761]

💜🙏🏼

[@madtripperstv]

Your underwater shots are perfect.. I'm still struggling to find my best settings on my a6500.. I know I can get more out my camera 🤨

[@user-qr9km6tw3s]

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[@sandramaruszak9998]

Loved your video! I'm looking for an underwater video camera (I don't do stills) and would love to hear your thoughts of what cameras have worked well & which ones didn't. I know the pros and cons of the go pro system well--what I'm searching for is a camera system that fills in the gaps--like videoing smaller animals etc. Would really appreciate hearing your thoughts!

[@JurrienWiss]

Hi Sandra, thanks! I also started with a Gopro, then had an Olympus camera (was more of a photo camera with a film option), and then I started using a Sony AX700 (www.yourcamerastore.com/sony-ax700- with-gates-housing-and-sp34a-port). The AX700 with the Gates housing is a fan-tas-tic 4k camera (and still is). Easy to operate, records good colors, a very good zoom function, built-in red filter and nd filter, automatic and manual focus/zoom function, manual white balance option. We still use the AX700 (as a 2nd camera) and are still very happy with it.

[@sandramaruszak9998]

​@@JurrienWiss Thank you so much--after watching your video, I started researching the AX700. I was frustrated with the TG6 (especially with the autofocus hunting) so the Sony Cyper-shot DSC RX100 or Sony ZV1 were on my radar. After looking at your video, I'm thinking the AX700 may be worth the added price. Thanks so much for the added info!!

[@JurrienWiss]

@@sandramaruszak9998 Yes, please note.. this movie was mostly shot with a Sony A7SIII, only a few shots were taken with the AX700. For a full equipment list see the credits: 23:15

[@allpractising6282]

How did the Bonaire reefs cope with the warm water temperatures of 2023?

[@dogloverjb6873]

this is as great example of why we need to have more ocean preserves.... otherwise the reef fish get overfished and the corals destroyed. Mangroves in Florida are getting destroyed by mankind at an alarming rate. We behave as if we own this planet...yet it belongs to all the millions of species that call earth "home". ..... we are just one species.

[@viv-oh7qj]

Hai jurrien I want to visit Raja Ampat,I want to dive there but I'm not a underwater driver,is it possible to dive there without any experience like I have scuba dive in Andaman and Nicobar without any experience of it, with a professional diver

[@JurrienWiss]

I would advise to get your diving certification first before diving, the currents in Raja Ampat can be strong..

[@viv-oh7qj]

@@JurrienWiss Thanks a lot and have u visited our country India,especially Andaman and Nicobar

[@michielvanbokhorst8707]

Beautiful movie - but the pompous music is very tiresome.

[@eatpigsnot]

the background music is distracting, unnecessary, and often too loud. i'll never understand why people add background music to videos like this. that being said, i thoroughly enjoyed the video portion and learned a lot

[@jonnieinbangkok]

Because donkeys are a native species to Bonaire 🤣🤣🤣

[@1401chan]

Beautiful