Interactive maps of hiking and biking routes around Bonaire
1. You can zoom in/out using your mouse wheel, as well as move the map of Bonaire with your mouse.2. This interactive map presents two modes: 'Biking Routes' and 'Hiking Routes'. Use the '+' button on the map to switch between them.
Railway and landscape maps of Bonaire area
This Bonaire map has two modes: 'Railway Network' and 'Landscape & Rural Map'. Use the '+' button on the map to navigate.City tours, excursions and tickets in Bonaire and surroundings
Netherlands Antilles - moving around the country
Another popular airport in the Antilles is the air harbor of Juancho E. yrausqin, located on the island of Saba. It is worth noting that this airport is also considered to be quite dangerous. The thing is that the island regularly experiences hurricane winds and because of this, the landing and take-off of airplanes is usually complicated. The peculiarity of the airport is its very small take-off runway. It is only four hundred meters; therefore, the airport cannot accept large-sized aircraft. The runway itself ends up literally in the sea, so at the height of a hurricane, flights are completely canceled. The airport terminal is relatively small, but every tourist will find for himself a place to eat, and comfortable lounges to relax in. There are also small souvenir shops and a parking space for vehicles. … OpenNature and parks of Netherlands Antilles
After inspecting the underwater world, one can explore the nature of the land. The Antilles also have something to surprise. Most of the islands are of volcanic origin, so, there are hills and amazing mountain trails. The highest point of all the islands is located on Sabo. Mount Scenery is 862 meters above sea level. Several trekking routes to the top of the mountain are laid. One of them is a subject of the most popular tour that is 1064 steps long. During this walk, you can enjoy the amazing vegetation, among which there are both traditional plants and pseudo-alpine meadows. It is still unknown how the latest appeared. There is an opinion that they emerged because of the French that lived here for a long time. … OpenPhotogallery of Bonaire sights
Our guide to Bonaire
Travel guide to Bonaire
The capital of the island is Kralendijk. Here, travelers can have fun and see a lot of attractions. In the city, there are beautiful preserved constructions of the colonial period, which you can explore when hiking here. Today, many historic buildings serve as hotels, restaurants and shops. The main historical attraction in the capital is Fort Orange. Different government institutions have been opened in the building … Open
Bonaire for children - what to visit
The Boca Slagbaai Bay is literally the most carefree place on Bonaire Island. Rocks, waves, plants - all these landscapes will make you feel relaxed and comfortable here. This is also an uncrowded place that attracts those who need some privacy. Here, you can see flamingos too. Little tourists really like watching them. Besides, the beach is inhabited by pelicans. The Bonaire Botanical Garden is another place on … Open
Best beaches
Not far from the national park, there is the Playa France beach that will certainly impress fans of recreation in a picturesque natural area. This sandy beach is distinguished by quite a calm atmosphere too. The waves here are not so high, as in other parts of the coast. Boca Kokolishi is perfectly suitable for family recreation. It is a range of shallow round lagoons. The sea here is calm too and the landscapes … Open
Advices for travellers
5. On the island, there are a lot of public beaches that you can visit absolutely for free. It is necessary to pay if you are going to relax at the beach of the Harbour Village Resort or at nudist Sorobon. The latter is the only beach of this type in the country. 6. Fans of beach recreation preferring to sunbathe without swimsuits should remember that such behavior is forbidden at the Bonaire … Open
Traditions and mentality of Bonaire
Bonaire is one of the most favorite Caribbean islands of fans of water sports. It attracts many divers and surfers. The Dive Festival lasting for seven days, at least, is annually held in June. In October, a very interesting sports event takes place here. The yacht club of Kralendijk has been an irreplaceable organizer of the International Regatta. Everyone and even those who don’t like diving and yachting … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
There are many restaurants of the Caribbean cuisine on the island. They will impress those who prefer exquisite seafood dishes. Many culinary masterpieces are grilled, which makes them more incomparable. Typical tourist restaurants are common on the island too. Here, you can taste pizza, fresh salads and sweets at reasonable prices. One of the typical Caribbean restaurants is Joe's Grillhouse. As you can … Open