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Local guide/operator page recommending a trained guide because of the tricky entry, exit, and drift to Karpata.
Dive Spot Guide•
La Dania’s Leap (10)
Advanced Bonaire drift-wall dive with a cliff leap and Karpata exit.
Local operator required
Use a trained guide for the leap, drift, and exit.
Plan this as an advanced guided dive with a tricky start, drift along steep walls, and a Karpata exit.
About La Dania’s Leap (10)
La Dania's Leap (10) is one of Bonaire's signature wall-and-drift dives, with a cliff leap into a route that carries you along steep coral walls toward Karpata. The site is an advanced profile with a tricky start and finish, so it rewards divers who are comfortable with buoyancy, drift, and a little adrenaline. Healthy coral, clear water, and turtles or reef sharks make it a standout wide-angle dive.
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Research Estimate At La Dania’s Leap (10)
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessChallenging entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesNo facilities
CurrentStrong current
Where Is La Dania’s Leap (10)?
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Community sourced coordinates.
La Dania’s Leap (10) Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
30m - 60m
Depth Note
Steep wall to about 30 m, then a sandy plateau and a second wall down to roughly 60 m.
Best Season
Year-round, but calm windows make the leap and drift easier.
Typical Conditions
Steep wall, sandy plateau, and a drift to Karpata; entry and exit are the main challenge.
Safety & Access At La Dania’s Leap (10)
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Dangerous wildlifeRestricted access
Safety Notes
Plan gas, limits, and ascent carefully for the drift profile and stay alert for possible shark encounters.
Access Restrictions
Only accessible by boat.
Legal Notes
Bonaire Marine Park rules and local site rules apply.
Local Intel For La Dania’s Leap (10)
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Advanced wall-and-drift dive with a cliff leap, steep walls, and a drift exit at Karpata.
Freediving
Only suitable for experienced freedivers with support; the drift and wall profile make it a serious site.
Snorkeling
Not a casual snorkel stop; the site is built around a wall and drift route.
Wildlife at La Dania’s Leap (10)
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At La Dania’s Leap (10)
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At La Dania’s Leap (10)
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility25m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
