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Popular site south of Salt Pier, easy entry, marked buoy, sand channel, first reef to 20m and second reef beyond 35m.
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Tougues
Easy-entry double reef south of Salt Pier
Shore-access double reef with sand channels, a shallow first reef, and a deeper second reef for divers who can navigate cleanly.
About Tougues
Invisibles Oqmb is a shore-access double reef south of Salt Pier, with an easy entry over sand, a shallow first reef, and a deeper second reef that rewards clean navigation. It is a relaxed west-coast dive for calm days, with the sand plateau, coral islands, and scattered fish life giving you a lot to look at before you decide whether to turn the dive or keep heading farther out.
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Research Estimate At Tougues
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessSimple entry
CoralHealthy coral
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
Crowd / PopularityQuite busy
CurrentLight current
Where Is Tougues?
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Tougues Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6m - 40m
Depth Note
Shore dive over a sand plateau to a first reef, with a deeper second reef that runs into the 35-40 m range.
Best Season
Year-round
Typical Conditions
Easy shore entry, mild currents, and clear water make the first reef relaxed; the deeper second reef calls for more navigation discipline.
Safety & Access At Tougues
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Waves
Safety Notes
The second reef is too deep for beginners; keep the sand-channel route straight and turn the dive when current or wave action builds.
Access Restrictions
Shore entry is easy, but the second reef and sand-channel navigation are not beginner territory.
Legal Notes
STINAPA Nature Tag is mandatory for Bonaire's marine park, and some divers must complete an orientation with their operator.
Local Intel For Tougues
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
The shallow reef and sand channels make this a good calm-water alternative to the island's more exposed sites, with easy swim-arounds and simple navigation between patches.
Freediving
Freedivers can work the shallow sand plateau and first reef in calm water, but the second reef is for more experienced depth control.
Snorkeling
The shallow first reef and sand plateau are snorkel-friendly when the water is calm and clear.
Wildlife at Tougues
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Tougues
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Tougues
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility25m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
