Hilma Hooker (Wreck) (43)
The Hilma Hooker, a 236-foot Dutch freighter with a fascinating history as a former drug runner, now rests just off the coast of Bonaire, making it a sought-after wreck dive site. This sunken vessel, discovered in 1984, has become the top attraction for divers visiting the area.
Diving enthusiasts can expect to encounter an impressive array of marine life in and around the wreck. The site is home to nurse and reef sharks, with the possibility of spotting eagle rays, turtles, and an abundance of fish species like snapper, angelfish, grunts, anemones, and grouper.
With excellent visibility of 23 meters and a maximum depth of 27 meters, this dive site offers a thrilling experience for advanced divers. The location of the Hilma Hooker is in the Netherlands, specifically in Belnem, Kralendijk, Bonaire, making it easily accessible for diving enthusiasts seeking a memorable underwater adventure.
Diving enthusiasts can expect to encounter an impressive array of marine life in and around the wreck. The site is home to nurse and reef sharks, with the possibility of spotting eagle rays, turtles, and an abundance of fish species like snapper, angelfish, grunts, anemones, and grouper.
With excellent visibility of 23 meters and a maximum depth of 27 meters, this dive site offers a thrilling experience for advanced divers. The location of the Hilma Hooker is in the Netherlands, specifically in Belnem, Kralendijk, Bonaire, making it easily accessible for diving enthusiasts seeking a memorable underwater adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for Hilma Hooker (Wreck) (43)
8
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Hilma Hooker (Wreck) (43)
Depth
27m
Visibility
23m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Hilma Hooker (Wreck) (43)
Wave Height
1.14m
Wind Speed
22.1 m/s
Water Temp
27.7°C
Visibility
25.36km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
4.8s
Air Temperature
26.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Hilma Hooker (Wreck) (43)
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Dive Score Chart for Hilma Hooker (Wreck) (43)
Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 6.97/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.04m, Wind 19.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 6.359999999999999/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Hilma Hooker (Wreck) (43): 06:00
Sunset at Hilma Hooker (Wreck) (43): 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Hilma Hooker (Wreck) (43) are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Best Overall
9:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.04m (4.8s), Wind: 19.6 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 6.4/10
Waves: 1.12m, Wind: 19.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Hilma Hooker (Wreck) (43)Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Hilma Hooker (Wreck) (43)
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Hilma Hooker (Wreck) (43)
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.3/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Hilma Hooker (Wreck) (43)
January
Score: 9.4
February
Score: 9.3
December
Score: 9.3
Ideal Conditions for Hilma Hooker (Wreck) (43)
Water Temp
27.0°C / 80.6°F
September
Visibility
11.4m / 37.4ft
May
Wave Height
2.7m / 8.9ft
September
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Hilma Hooker (Wreck) (43)
Hilma Hooker (Wreck) (43) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.5°C) and December the coldest (22.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in September with average wave heights of 2.7m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in September with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). May is usually the driest month with 0.7mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during September to November, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jul 4, 2026
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