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Beaches Bonaire
  • White beaches
  • Blue sea
  • Pebble, gravel and sand beaches

Discover Bonaires most beautiful beaches

The island's hidden gems

Not so keen on mass tourism, high-rise buildings and artificial sand beaches? Good, because you certainly won't encounter that on Bonaire. Instead, you will find a rugged, unspoilt coast with beautiful natural beaches. Besides sandy beaches, Bonaire also has coral and rocky beaches. In total, there are more than 20 beaches, each with its own unique characteristics. On some of them it's see and be seen, while others are quiet and popular with families with children. There is something for everyone!

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Beaches on Bonaire You Can't Miss

Chances are you’re visiting Bonaire for its stunning coastline, and you’re absolutely right. The island’s beaches are anything but run-of-the-mill; each one has its own unique atmosphere. Whether you’re looking for a secluded cove to snorkel in peace or a lively spot where you can enjoy a cold drink with your feet in the sand, the variety is enormous. From rugged limestone cliffs to powder-soft white sand, the diversity will surprise you. Grab your snorkel gear and sunscreen, because these hidden gems absolutely belong on your list:
 

    Donkey Beach

    This secluded beach is named after the nearby plantations, which used donkeys to transport sugarcane to the fields. It’s magically beautiful. You’ll often find food trucks here serving the tastiest beach snacks.

    Te Amo Beach

    A beautiful, snow-white sandy beach close to Bonaire’s airport. Just off Te Amo lies a unique reef, so be sure to bring your snorkel gear to admire the colorful underwater world.

    Bachelor’s Beach

    Popular with the locals and also a great spot for snorkeling. Just be careful not to drive past it. The beach lies at the foot of a three-meter-high rock face and is therefore not visible from the road.

Klein Bonaire: Really worth it

On Klein Bonaire, an uninhabited island just 800 metres off the coast of Bonaire, you will find a beautiful sandy beach: No Name Beach. The reef that runs parallel to this beach is one of Bonaire's best and busiest snorkelling spots. A water taxi takes you back and forth to Klein Bonaire.

Unique azure-blue lagoons

Lac Bay, an azure lagoon in the south-east of Bonaire, is known for its two fantastic sandy beaches. Sorobon Beach is the place to be for windsurfers. Maybe you can see yourself skimming over the water, hanging from a surf sail? Something less spectacular is also possible; Sorobon is just as popular with families with children, who mainly enjoy the shallow water and fine white sand. Novice windsurfers are also well placed here, as the shallow water makes it easy to get on a surfboard.

The hidden beach of Cai among the mangroves of Lac Bay is an oasis of calm. It is the perfect place to spot turtles attracted by the sea grass present. Sundays can be a little busier at this beach; locals like to gather here to socialise and barbecue.

Discover Sea Turtles

Bonaire is home to three of the world's seven species of sea turtles. The extensive coral reefs, shady beaches and sea grass beds make it a great place for sea turtles to live. The animals sometimes travel up to 3,500 km to reach their nesting grounds on Bonaire and Klein Bonaire.