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MV Hilma Hooker is a cargo ship wreck lying off the Caribbean island of Bonaire. Authorities detained the vessel in 1984 after marijuana was found concealed aboard; while the resulting legal case continued, the poorly maintained ship took on water and was deliberately moved and sunk at a prepared site. Resting on its starboard side within recreational diving depths, the wreck is now visited by trained divers and supports corals, sponges, and marine life.
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Why did the Hilma Hooker sink off Bonaire?
Bonaire authorities detained the cargo vessel in 1984 after marijuana was discovered aboard. While the legal case remained unresolved, the deteriorating ship began taking on water and was moved to a safe anchorage, where it sank that September.
How deep is the Hilma Hooker wreck?
The wreck lies on its starboard side, with its deepest portions at roughly 30 metres and its upper structures considerably shallower. This depth generally makes it an attraction for certified scuba divers rather than casual snorkellers.
Can divers enter the Hilma Hooker?
Open cargo holds and exterior structures can be examined, but entering enclosed passages adds entanglement, disorientation, and overhead-environment risks. Bonaire dive operators commonly treat penetration as an advanced activity requiring suitable training and equipment.
Where is the Hilma Hooker dive site on Bonaire?
The wreck is off Bonaire's southwest coast between the Angel City and Alice in Wonderland dive areas. It can be approached from shore or by boat and is marked as one of the island's established dive sites.
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