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Dive Spot Guide•
Oil Slick Leap 6Rdr
Oil Slick Leap is a classic Bonaire shore dive with easy access.
Easy shore entry, clear water, and a reef wall with a shallow-to-deeper profile make this a practical all-levels Bonaire session dive.
About Oil Slick Leap 6Rdr
Oil Slick Leap is a classic Bonaire shore dive on the island's west coast, where a steel ladder or controlled giant stride drops you into clear Caribbean water over a coral reef wall. The site is easy to navigate, works well for snorkelers and scuba divers, and stays appealing for repeat sessions because the entry is simple and the reef life is strong.
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Research Estimate At Oil Slick Leap 6Rdr
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessEasy entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentNo current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Oil Slick Leap 6Rdr?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Oil Slick Leap 6Rdr Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6m - 25m
Depth Note
The reef starts shallow near the ladder and drops into a wall before flattening toward deeper sand.
Best Season
Year-round, with calmer wind windows delivering the clearest and easiest sessions.
Typical Conditions
Warm, clear Caribbean water with little current and a reef wall that stays interesting from the shallows down.
Safety & Access At Oil Slick Leap 6Rdr
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Sharp coral
Safety Notes
Booties are useful on the ironshore entry, and the ladder should be checked if storms have moved the bottom rungs.
Access Restrictions
Bring the Bonaire Nature Tag and watch ladder condition after storms before entering.
Legal Notes
Bonaire National Marine Park access rules apply at this site.
Local Intel For Oil Slick Leap 6Rdr
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A classic Bonaire shore dive with a shallow start, ladder entry, and a wall that keeps the dive interesting on longer profiles.
Freediving
The shallow top of the reef can work for breath-hold practice in calm conditions.
Snorkeling
The shallow reef zone is excellent for snorkeling when the water is calm and clear.
Wildlife at Oil Slick Leap 6Rdr
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Oil Slick Leap 6Rdr
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Oil Slick Leap 6Rdr
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility25m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
