Bonaire – Travel Guide
Bonaire, a Dutch Caribbean island, entices visitors with its world-class diving and snorkeling sites, featuring vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life. The island`s capital, Kralendijk, charms with its pastel-colored architecture, waterfront restaurants, and bustling markets. Washington Slagbaai National Park offers opportunities for hiking, wildlife spotting, and exploring rugged landscapes. Bonaire is a designated marine park, providing protection for its underwater treasures, including the famous Bonaire Flamingo Sanctuary. The island`s relaxed atmosphere, sustainable tourism initiatives, and consistent trade winds make it a haven for nature lovers and water enthusiasts.
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What is Bonaire known for?
Exquisite culinary delights, flamingoes and iguanas, salt flats, ancient rock art, historic buildings, pristine beaches and a amazing climate are what attracts tourists to Bonaire. With over 370 species of fish and 55 types of coral Bonaire is recognized as one of the top destinations worldwide for its sustainable tourism, captivating divers from all over the world.
What are the best places to visit in Bonaire?
Bonaire’s Marine Park boasts 86 dive sites and is home to over 57 species of soft and stony coral and more than 350 recorded fish species. Washington-Slagbaai National Park, the popular Donkey Sanctuary, Klein Islet, the Flamingo Sanctuary and the most heavenly beaches are all part of the Bonaire experience, offering travelers the ultimate opportunity to really get away from it all and recharge with Mother Nature.
How many days should I spend in Bonaire?
We recommend 3 – 5 days based on what you want to see and do. We offer flexible vacation packages so you can select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
What is the best way to get around Bonaire?
By Rental Car: Bonaire is a fairly small island but there is so much to see, therefore rental car is highly recommended.
What is the currency of Bonaire?
The official currency of Bonaire is the US Dollar. ATM machines (Maestro/Cirrus) are situated throughout the islands and major credit cards are accepted in most tourist establishments. Euros or Antillean Guilders are not accepted.
Do people speak English in Bonaire?
Dutch is the official language, but English and Spanish are also widely spoken.
Best time to visit Bonaire
Bonaire`s high season runs from November to April. Due to the cold weather in Netherlands and North America many tourists choose the Caribbean during this time, making it the busiest of the year.
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However, if your aim is to avoid the crowds, May to October should be a good option. December through March is the rainy season and the hurricane season in the Dutch Caribbean normally runs from June to November.
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The official currency of Bonaire is the US Dollar. ATM machines (Maestro/Cirrus) are situated throughout the islands and major credit cards are accepted in most tourist establishments. Euros or Antillean Guilders are not accepted.
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