There are no miles and miles of white sandy beaches to be found on Bonaire. Most of the beaches on Bonaire are public with the exception of …
There are no miles and miles of white sandy beaches to be found on Bonaire. Most of the beaches on Bonaire are public with the exception of Harbour Village Resort where access is rectricted to guests and to those who have paid an entrance fee. Public nudity of any kind is illegal and insulting to the local people, except on Sorobon Beach (a privately owned nudist resort). Topless sunbathing and swimming is tolerated on non-locally used beaches.
Boka Kokolishi …
situated on the North Coast, Boka Kokolishi is not suited for swimming, but it is a beautiful place to hike along the rugged shoreline with its typical round shaped pools made of lava stone.
Boka Slagbaai beach…
When visiting Washington Slagbaai National Park, a stop at Boca Slagbaai Beach can be the ideal complement to hiking in the picturesque hills. The offshore coral gardens at this beach are fun to explore while snorkeling, and the conditions are usually ripe for swimming.
Playa Chikitu
Lying in Washington National Park, Playa Chikutu is beautiful, but, alas, swimming is forbidden due to the enormous waves and the dangers that lurk underwater. You would be swept off your feet right after you walked in due to a strong current that passes the island on the north coast
1000 Steps beach ..
The beach of 1000 Steps thanks its name to the limestone stairs you have to descent to get there. Though the name might sound a bit intimidating, the stairs only exists of about 67 steps. When getting yourself up after a sunny day on this peaceful beach though, it might feel like a thousand, which would explain the name. The site exists of white sand and bleached chunks of coral, and the cove is surrounded by limestone cliffs. It’s great for both diving and snorkeling as turtles are often found in the shallow, turquoise waters.
Pink Beach
A great place to snorkel, picnic or scuba dive. Reachable by car, taxi or bike. The flamingo pink bus stops here every day, based on a schedule posted in hotels and dive stores and from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. will provide a variety of services.
Playa Frans
At the North Point near Slagbaai. Hard to reach but definitely worth the effort. A very intimate place, with a quiet surf. You will love it there. But don’t tell anyone, it’s not a big place…
Sorobon Beach …
This is the windsurfing beach on Bonaire and one of the most beautiful beaches on the island. The sand is powdery white and the water gin-clear. It’s shallow, allowing swimmers to walk up to the reef on a calm-breeze day. Here, the snorkeling is quite amazing. Keep in mind all sea life is protected, so no touching or removing shells or creatures.
