Bonaire is the ultimate island for sun, sea and pure nature. With crystal-clear water, lively coral reefs and a mix of white sand and coral beaches, it is paradise for snorkellers, divers, windsurfers and anyone seeking calm.
Klein Bonaire · Water taxi required
Bonaire’s finest white-sand beach on the uninhabited island of Klein Bonaire.
Lac Bay · Shallow water
The Caribbean’s windsurf paradise. Shallow, calm water and steady wind.
Airport · Food trucks
White-sand beach close to the airport. Popular with families and great for snorkelling.
Belnem · Small & charming
A small but charming beach at the foot of a rock wall. Excellent for snorkelling and diving.
West coast · 67 steps
Famous beach with 67 limestone steps. Fantastic for snorkelling and diving.
South coast · Unique pink sand
Unique pink sand beach from crushed shells. Quiet and great for photos.
Only official kite beach
Bonaire’s only official kitesurf beach. Open water and strong wind.
Playa Palu di Mangel
Quiet white-sand beach with turquoise water. Sometimes a food truck at the weekend.
Washington Slagbaai NP
Historic beach in the national park with old buildings. Superb snorkelling.
Lac Bay · North side
Quiet north side of Lac Bay: shallow water, mangroves and a chance of turtles. Popular with locals.
Kralendijk · Harbour Village
Sandy beach close to town with facilities, snorkelling and beach-bar vibes.
West coast · Relatively quiet
Quiet west-coast beach, good for shore snorkelling and diving.
Washington Slagbaai NP
Beautiful, quiet park beach in Washington-Slagbaai with excellent snorkelling.
Washington Slagbaai NP
Remote park beach in Washington-Slagbaai: quiet, clear water and snorkelling in nature.
Washington-Slagbaai NP · Strong current
Beautiful park beach with strong current: mainly enjoy from shore; swimming often discouraged.
Washington Slagbaai NP · Wayaka I–III
Park beaches Wayaka (I/II/III): quiet snorkel and dive spots in Washington-Slagbaai.
Northwest · Black sand
Distinctive dark sand beach from fine shells — unique to see and photograph.
Northwest coast
Quiet northwest beach, popular with those who want to escape the crowds.