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Willemstoren Lighthouse E9Jy
Windward Bonaire reef with a rough lighthouse entry.
Southern Bonaire lighthouse site with a rocky shore entry, strong current swings, and a soft-coral reef that only really shines on calm days.
About Willemstoren Lighthouse E9Jy
Willemstoren Lighthouse is a windward Bonaire reef dive on the southern tip of the island, with a rocky shore entry, strong and sometimes two-directional current, and a reef that rewards calm conditions. The soft-coral slope can be gorgeous when the water settles, and the site can bring in barracuda, tarpon, turtles, wrasse, rays, and other fish life. Plan it as a weather-sensitive dive: windy days make the entry, exit, and underwater flow much less forgiving.
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Research Estimate At Willemstoren Lighthouse E9Jy
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 12m
AccessChallenging entry effort
CoralPristine, vibrant coral
Aquatic LifeExceptional variety
FacilitiesNo facilities
Crowd / PopularityModerate
CurrentVery strong current
SurgeStrong surge
Where Is Willemstoren Lighthouse E9Jy?
Community sourced coordinates.
Willemstoren Lighthouse E9Jy Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 30m
Depth Note
Shallow shore start with a 30m reef profile and a rocky entry/exit zone.
Best Season
Year-round; calm days are the real requirement.
Typical Conditions
Shallow reef start, rough rocky entry, and a current-sensitive soft-coral reef on Bonaire's southern tip.
Safety & Access At Willemstoren Lighthouse E9Jy
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Strong currentLow visibility
Safety Notes
Strong and unpredictable currents make this a dive for advanced divers only; plankton blooms can reduce visibility.
Access Restrictions
Don't dive here on windy days. The current can come from two directions and the shore entry gets slippery and uneven fast.
Legal Notes
Bonaire Nature Tag is required. Keep to the briefed entry area and do not force the site when wind and current are up.
Local Intel For Willemstoren Lighthouse E9Jy
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Advanced divers only due to strong, unpredictable currents.
Freediving
Only for experienced freedivers on calm days; the exposed entry and unpredictable current make this a scuba-first site.
Snorkeling
The shallow edge may work on very calm days, but the site is mostly a scuba dive because of the current and rocky entry.
Wildlife at Willemstoren Lighthouse E9Jy
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Willemstoren Lighthouse E9Jy
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Willemstoren Lighthouse E9Jy
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility12m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
