Double-reef layout, alias Playa Forti, corals, wildlife, and access logistics.
Alice in Wonderland
Double-reef shore dive by Bonaire's southern salt flats.
About Alice in Wonderland
Alice in Wonderland is a south Bonaire shore dive near the salt flats, known for a sandy approach, a broad first reef, and a second reef beyond the channel. Soft and hard corals, large sponges, and roaming reef fish shape the site, while the outer reef is where larger pelagics and rays are more likely to pass.
Research Estimate At Alice in Wonderland
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Where Is Alice in Wonderland?
Alice in Wonderland Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
8m - 30m
Depth Note
Most public site guides describe a first reef beginning around 7-8 m, a sandy channel, and a deeper second reef with common planning depths around 30 m.
Best Season
Year-round; calmer days make the shore entry and visibility more favorable.
Typical Conditions
Usually light current with workable visibility, but wind and wave exposure can reduce clarity and make entries rougher.
Safety & Access At Alice in Wonderland
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
The rocky approach and shore exit are easiest in calm water. Use a compass and conservative gas and depth discipline if crossing the sand channel to the second reef, and treat the outer reef as a more advanced extension.
Access Restrictions
Free public shore access with roadside parking near the entry point.
Legal Notes
A valid Bonaire Nature Tag is required before diving or snorkeling in the Bonaire National Marine Park.
Local Intel For Alice in Wonderland
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
Saltwater scuba dive on a double reef system with a sandy start and a drop-off around 8 m.
Snorkel
The sandy patch and shallower first reef can suit confident snorkelers in calm water, but the rocky shoreline and surface swim are easier when conditions stay gentle.
Alice in Wonderland Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Alice in Wonderland
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Wildlife at Alice in Wonderland
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Recent Logged Visits At Alice in Wonderland
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Alice in Wonderland Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Alice in Wonderland Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
Operational access notes, current guidance, and second-reef planning.
Nature Tag requirement for marine park access.
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