

Best for beginner divers, shore entry.
Exloerkijl is a freshwater site located within the Vinkeveense Plassen lake system. The topography features a combination of a recreational reef, a wreck, and artificial reef structures, providing clear navigation points for divers. With visibility ranging from 5 to 10 metres, the site is suitable for beginners building confidence in a controlled inland environment. Shore access is available, and the site is open for night diving, which serves as a practical setting for practising torch use and buoyancy. Divers should remain aware of variable currents and boat traffic while on the surface. As facilities are not guaranteed, visitors should arrive self-sufficient with all necessary equipment.
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Facilities are not guaranteed on site, so arrive self-sufficient with everything you need including drinking water and a changing towel. Night dives here are a straightforward way to log your first after-dark experience, but confirm access arrangements locally before planning an evening session.
Shore entry.
No known hazards
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Visibility
5-10m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Yes, the site is considered suitable for beginners, offering a practical environment for those building confidence in freshwater conditions.
Access to the site is via the shore.
Yes, night diving is permitted at Exloerkijl and is often used by beginners to practise torch use and buoyancy, though you should confirm access arrangements locally before planning an evening session.
Visibility at the site generally ranges between 5 and 10 metres.
Divers should watch for boat traffic while on the surface, maintain awareness of their position, and be mindful of depth changes as the reef drops into deeper water.
Diving at Exloerkijl in Tweede Exloermond requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.