EXPLORE BONAIRE
From the depths of our pristine waters to the height of our tallest peak, Brandaris, you will feel Bonaire’s magic wash over you from the moment you arrive and throughout the days as you become attuned to Bonaire’s unhurried pace. You will find that, here on Bonaire, there is a peaceful ambiance for daily life, without the hassle of traffic lights, hustle and bustle, or normal, day-to-day worries. Your only concern will be how to spend each new day you have on Bonaire. Nowhere else is vacationing as easy as on Bonaire, as our warm, friendly people welcome visitors from around the world.
Next to other activities as, kite surfing, windsurfing and snorkeling, Bonaire continues to be recognized as one of the top destinations worldwide for its sustainable tourism. For the 27th consecutive year Bonaire was recognized as the number one Shore Diving Destination in the Caribbean/Atlantic in Scuba Diving Magazine’s Annual Readers’ Choice Awards. This year, it received 9 awards. It was also voted number one for Macro Marine Life, Photography, Snorkeling and Health
Panorama view over Rincon from the North
VISIT RINCON
Rincon Village is the oldest village on Bonaire. Additionally, it is the oldest in continual existence within the Netherlands Antilles and Aruba. Originally settled by the Spanish in the early 1500’s, Rincon was strategically nestled within a valley to ward off impending danger from pirates and other threats.
Slaves were brought to Bonaire and worked tending crops and in the salt pans. Slaves lived in Rincon with families and walked to the salt pans in the south to work, and stayed there for the work week. They returned to Rincon to gather supplies at Mangazina di Rei (King’s store house), and family visits before heading back to the salt pans.
SunSmiles Sandals Boutique at Kaya Korsow (next to Karel’s pier)
Shopping in kralendijk
Kralendijk, the capital of Bonaire, is of course a place to go shopping. Most of the shops here are located on Kaya Grandi and the surrounding streets.
A clear blue sky, a pleasant temperature and pleasant shops are the ideal ingredients for a wonderful number of hours of shopping on Bonaire. Add to this the favorable tax climate on the Caribbean island, which means that some items are cheaply priced for Dutch standards and the shopping party has no end. In the picture SunSmiles Sandals a local owned boutique were you can create your own sunny strappy sandals. They also sell sunglasses, swimwear and beachwear.
Windsurfing paradise Lac Bay with perfect conditions
World class WINDSURFING AT SOROBON LAC BAY
Bonaire Windsurf Place is the only locally owned and operated windsurf station on the windward side of the island known as Sorobon, at Lac Bay. The water is shallow and warm, with steady tradewinds, and a beautiful beach–perfect conditions for catching some wind in your sails and claiming the freedom of the water in a sheltered and safe environment. The owners of Bonaire Windsurf Place have great experience dating back to 1987.
Kite surfing on crystal clear water
BEST KITE SURF SPOT IN THE WORLD
Bonaire is a fantastic destination for kite surfing. The wind blows 300 days a year on Bonaire, but the months from February to August are most suitable for kite surfing. In these months, an average wind speed of 16 knots (29.632 km / h) is measured with a maximum of 30 knots (55.56 km / h). The wind on Bonaire always comes from the same direction, namely from the northeast. On the most famous kite spot of the diving island, an offshore wind always blows.