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Dive Spot Guide•
Rappel (11)
Boat-only Bonaire wall with coral gardens and sharks.
Local operator required
Use a Bonaire boat operator that can judge the current and the mooring line.
North Bonaire boat dive with steep coral, good visibility, and enough current to suit intermediate divers.
About Rappel (11)
Rappel is a boat-only Bonaire wall dive with steep coral gardens, gorgonians, and a history of rope access that gives the site its name. The reef and ledges hold nurse sharks, reef sharks, eagle rays, stingrays, and plenty of reef fish, so the site feels lively even when the current is only moderate. It is best planned as an intermediate boat run rather than a casual shore dive, with attention to access and the boat line.
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Research Estimate At Rappel (11)
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessModerate entry effort
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityFew visitors
CurrentLight current
SurgeLight surge
Where Is Rappel (11)?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Rappel (11) Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
15m - 40m
Depth Note
Steep wall with coral gardens and deeper sections down to around 40m.
Best Season
Year-round
Typical Conditions
Boat-access wall with moderate currents, good visibility, and strong coral formations.
Safety & Access At Rappel (11)
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Restricted access
Safety Notes
Mind boat movement at the mooring line and treat the current as part of the dive plan.
Access Restrictions
Boat access is the normal route; the site starts near a ledge where swell can matter.
Legal Notes
Use a licensed Bonaire dive operator and follow the site access rules.
Local Intel For Rappel (11)
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Intermediate boat dive with steep walls, coral gardens, and current awareness required.
Wildlife at Rappel (11)
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Rappel (11)
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Rappel (11)
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility25m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
