City break in Bonaire. Active leisure ideas for Bonaire - attractions, recreation and nightlife

Bonaire offers its guests vast opportunities for active holidays, in particular, for water sports. The most beautiful and most popular beach, Playa Chikitu, is located on the territory of the picturesque National Washington Slagbaai Park. The strong current and high waves are the main characteristic features of the beach, so it is ideal for surfing but not for peaceful pastime.
In the heart of the Caribbean Sea, there is picturesque Bonaire Island. Your vacation here is a really good idea. Spending your holidays with the whole family here is a double pleasure, as … Open
In the western part of the island, there is the Playa Funchi that attracts many divers. It is impossible to describe the beauty of the underwater world in words. Here, you can scuba dive and just swim with a mask along the coast. The beach of Boka Slagbai is less crowded. Near it, there are several beautiful constructions of the middle of the 19th century. Travelers can leave the coast at any time they want and explore local attractions.
One of the most enchanting and quietest beaches is Playa France. The beach of Boka Kokolishi is also perfect for peaceful recreation. The island is surrounded by an incredibly beautiful coral reef that has a status of the National Marine Park. Tourists can take a trip to the most beautiful diving sites. The guests of the island can also attend one of the multiple diving schools. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
In total, there are over 60 big gastronomic places on the island. Most of them are located in Kralendijk. One of the best restaurants is At Sea. Its name really describes its main feature. … Open
Yachting and windsurfing will not be disappointed too. Fans of yachting will be definitely impressed by the Bay of Kralendijk. The Lac Lagoon is perfect for windsurfing. You can diversify your recreation with visiting the magnificent Butterfly Garden located in the capital of the island. This is an incredibly beautiful and quiet garden where hundreds of unique insect species dwell among exotic plants.
The other beautiful place is Lake Gotomeer where you can see graceful pink flamingos. On the territory of the Washington Slagbaai Park, there are several beautiful grottoes that are also very popular with tourists. There is an excellent zoological park on the island, Donkey Sanctuary Bonaire. It occupies the vast area and inhabited by friendly donkeys. Every day, a huge number of tourists come here to have a picture with friendly animals and treat them with dainties. Donkeys are not afraid of people at all.
Bonaire Island is distinguished by an eventful culture program. During the year, interesting religious holidays and social events are held here. In late February, the grand carnival takes … Open
The island does not lack attractive nightclubs too. Most of the nightclubs and pubs are located in Kralendijk. There is a popular nightclub, Kunuku Arawak. Connoisseurs of exquisite wine will be certainly impressed by the winery called Cadushy Distillery.
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Attractions and entertainment in Netherlands Antilles

A special attention to diving is paid on Bonaire, which is one of the islands of the state. There is everything for this activity. Every day, a few dozen special boats, which are fully equipped for divers, go out from the berths of the island. There are even special dive tours to the east coast. It's important to know that diving requires a special license. You can be fined without it. In total, Bonaire can boast more than a hundred places for diving labeled with markers. Each such place has its own unique name, so that it would be easier for tourists to find way. That makes diving points even more attractive in the eyes of the foreigners. … Open
Reference information
Map of all parks
National and city parks around Bonaire
♥   National Park 'Sierra de San Luis' , 177.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all aquaparks
Water attractions around Bonaire
♥   Water park 'Playa Cuare' Falcon, 142.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo

City break ideas for neighbours of Bonaire

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