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Hilma Hooker 86Pg
Classic Bonaire wreck dive with tarpon, barracuda, and coral growth.
Boat-only Bonaire wreck dive with a deep profile, strong morning visibility, and reliable tarpon and barracuda action. Best for advanced divers who want an early morning boat dive.
About Hilma Hooker 86Pg
Hilma Hooker is Bonaire's best-known wreck dive, resting offshore on the southwest coast between reef systems. The ship sits on its side and is heavily colonized, with open structure, tarpon, barracuda, grouper, morays, and coral growth that make it a classic advanced wreck dive. It is boat-only, and early morning dives are usually the calmest and least crowded.
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Research Estimate At Hilma Hooker 86Pg
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesLimited facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentStrong current
Where Is Hilma Hooker 86Pg?
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Hilma Hooker 86Pg Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
18m - 34m
Depth Note
Wreck depth given as approximately 30 m.
Best Season
Dry season
Typical Conditions
Boat-only wreck with moderate to strong current, 15-30 m visibility, and the quietest conditions before the late-morning rush.
Safety & Access At Hilma Hooker 86Pg
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Overhead environment
Safety Notes
Use a torch for interior sections and do not attempt solo penetration.
Access Restrictions
Advanced Open Water certification is required; penetration should be done only with a qualified local guide.
Legal Notes
Use a local guide for interior sections and follow wreck-penetration rules.
Local Intel For Hilma Hooker 86Pg
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
This is a classic advanced wreck dive with open structure, strong marine life, and torch-friendly interior spaces.
Freediving
Not a freedive target; the wreck is too deep for practical breath-hold diving.
Snorkeling
Not suitable for snorkeling; this is a boat wreck dive for certified divers.
Wildlife at Hilma Hooker 86Pg
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Hilma Hooker 86Pg
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Hilma Hooker 86Pg
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
