Dive· Bonaire· Other Caribbean
Hilma Hooker Wreck
12° 6.3′ N · 68° 17.3′ W
A 72 m freighter seized in 1984 with some 25,000 lb of marijuana behind a false bulkhead, which rolled over and sank off the south coast on 12 September 1984 - now lying on her starboard side on sand between Bonaire's double reef, the island's signature wreck dive.
Practical
Top of the wreck about 18 m, deepest parts about 30 m; limited bottom time; shore and boat dives (Tourism Corporation Bonaire, Wikipedia). Little penetration available. Located south of the airport near 'Angel City' on the double reef. Use the yellow mooring for dinghy access (2-hour max). Coordinate: Wikipedia.
Best for
Bonaire's big wreck dive