1. Bonaire National Marine Park
Address: Caribbean Netherlands.
This marine park was opened in 1979 and this is the oldest marine National reserve in the World. It attracts visitors with its crystal clear waters, diving opportunities and chances to see fringing reefs, seagrass beds, mangroves, beaches, 340 fish species, etc. This is a non-profit organization completely focusing the preservation of marine species.
2. Washington Slagbaai National Park
Address: Caribbean Netherlands.
This National park was established in 1969 located on the northwestern part of the Bonaire Islands. This is one of the first nature reserves in the Caribbean. The park is rich with flora & fauna, it functions as a home to endangered species of birds especially parrots. You can visit the highest point on this island: Subi Brandaris for the best surrounding views. Also, this park attracts visitors with its pristine beaches, mangroves, cactus-covered valleys, salt pans, etc.
3. Kralendijk
Address: Kralendijk, Caribbean Netherlands.
There is so much to explore in this capital city of Bonaire. This is a popular commercial and cultural center of Bonaire. You can walk along the colorful streets, Dutch colonial houses painted in pastel colors, colorful architecture, duty-free shops, sandy beaches, and if you want to learn more about the history of this island do a visit to Bonaire museum with the displays of archaeological findings, documents & photos.
4. 1,000 Steps Beach
Address: Queen's Highway,Rincón, Caribbean Netherlands.
The beach named after the limestone stairs to reach on this beach, but not 1000 only 67 steps are there to climb. This is a pristine beach with white sand stretches, bleached chunks of coral and crystal clear water. You can enjoy diving and snorkeling over here.
5. Klein Bonaire
Address: Klein Bonaire, Caribbean Netherlands.
This is a small uninhabited islet in Bonaire and a part of Bonaire National Marine Park. If you looking for a peaceful environment in your vacation, this is the right place. This is a popular snorkeling and diving destination in Bonaire. You can find long white sand stretches and crystal clear water over here so that you will be able to see amazing colorful marine species. You can enjoy boating, swimming, sunbathing, etc over here.
6. Mangrove Kayaking Tours
Address: Kralendijk, Caribbean Netherlands, Kralendijk, Caribbean Netherlands.
This is one of the exciting activities that you can enjoy in Bonaire. You can enjoy kayaking, paddling; solar boats, etc are over here. You can enjoy the stunning beauty of nature in a peaceful environment here. This eco-system allows many marine species to live safely like sea turtles, lobsters, reef fish, etc. The crystal-clear water also enables for snorkeling.
7. Lac Bay
Address: Lac Bay, Caribbean Netherlands.
This bay is a paradise for windsurfers. It attracts windsurfers with steady waves and shallow waters. You can enjoy swimming, sunbathing, beach walking, mangrove kayaking, paddle boarding, snorkeling, etc here.
8. Donkey Sanctuary Bonaire
Address: 71 Kaya IR. Randolph Statius van Eps, Kralendijk, Caribbean Netherlands.
This sanctuary was founded in 1993 to take care of sick and orphaned Donkeys. The history says that Europeans introduced Donkeys to Bonaire in the 13th century. If you are interested give some fruits or vegetables to feed the donkeys.
9. Buddy Dive Resort Diving
Address: 85 Kaya Gob. N. Debrot, Kralendijk, Caribbean Netherlands.
If your kids want to learn the basic lessons of diving, this resort is the best choice. It has all modern amenities like luxury rooms, multi-cuisine restaurants, and swimming pools and most importantly the Diving school. It offers training for kids with the age group of 5-14 years.
10. Butterfly Garden
Address: 10 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20050, United States.
This would be an amazing visual feast four eyes to see roaming colorful butterflies of different species in a beautiful gardens and sucking nectar from flowers, excellent photographic spot.
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