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Boca Bartol South |
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Site Condition |
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| Name: | Bjorn | Entry: | 
3.00
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| Email: | Click Here | Bottom: | 
4.00
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| City: | Reef: | 
5.00
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| State: | Animal: |
4.00
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| Country: | Plant: |
4.00
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| Diving: | 0 years | Facilities: | 
2.00
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| Dives: | 0 | Solitude: |
5.00
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| Roads: | 
1.00
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Evaluation |
*Average: |
3.81 |
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| If you don't mind a kidney-punching drive through Washington Park, Bartol is an EXCELLENT reef due to limited traffic. Unlike every other Bonaire reef we dove, it has a significant, fairly level spur/groove structure, followed then by the standard (spectacular) Bonaire steep drop-off to 100+ feet. The spur/groove reminded us vaguely of portions of the Caymans such as the Grotto. Depths there are limited to 30', perfect for a beginner if the surf and current are low. From Bartol South, angle NE to encounter the spur/groove area. Stop to explore, or better yet continue to the drop-off, go deep, then return early for an extended and very satisfying deco tour between 30 and 15 feet. All of Bonaire is well-preserved, but Bartol especially is pristine. Beware the drive, though! If you like 4-wheeling, you'll have fun (4-wheel NOT required, though, a pickup definitely is). | |||
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Enjoyment Level |
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| Snorkel: |
4.00
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| Beginner: |
3.00
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| Intermediate: |
4.00
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| Advanced: |
5.00
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| Night diving: |
1.00
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Seasonal Information |
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| Season: | Summer | ||
| Year: | 2005 | ||
| Visibility: |
5.00 |
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| Current: |
2.00
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| Surf: |
3.00 |
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