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Bonaire, and its small sister island Klein Bonaire, is one of three islands in the Caribbean making up the Dutch Antilles or ABC islands (Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao) and is one of the least tourist-developed and visited of the islands, yet both on land and under the sea, one of the most striking in the Caribbean. It is located just north of Venezuela, south of the hurricane belt offering a year round stable climate.
Bonaire, and its small sister island Klein Bonaire, is one of three islands in the Caribbean making up the Dutch Antilles or ABC islands (Aruba, Bonaire and Curacao) and is one of the least tourist-developed and visited of the islands, yet both on land and under the sea, one of the most striking in the Caribbean. It is located just north of Venezuela, south of the hurricane belt offering a year round stable climate.
The diving on Bonaire is a mixture of both boat dives to neighbouring Klein Bonaire (approx 20 minutes away) and shore diving. The Bonaire Marine Park has marked about 80 yellow stones around the shore line marking dive site entry points. All the dive centers offer drive through filling stations (car hire is a must) giving you complete freedom to dive the island with your buddy at your own pace - this is what attracts so many visitors to Bonaire, the freedom to dive where, when and how you want at your own pace. Of course guided dives are always available if you wish.
On our visit to the island we were quite amazed by the pristine condition of the reefs and must assume that this is due to the care that the Bonaire Marine Park pays to its reefs. Clear water provides visibility of 100 feet (30 metres) year-round, and the islanders and government are extremely sensitive to the fragility of the environment. The marine park completely surrounds the island and also encompasses the waters surrounding Klein Bonaire.
The tropical climate is enhanced by the northeast trade winds. Annual average temperature is 28 degrees Celsius and Water temperature 25-29 degrees Celsius. Bonaire diving season is year-round, with visibility in excess of 30 metres.
Approximately 50% of the annual visitors to Bonaire are drawn by scuba diving, but there are also many attractions for the non-divers. A number of activities are available, from hiking and sightseeing in the enormous Washington-Slagbaai National Park at the north-western end of the island to shopping, snorkelling and bird watching.
Bonaire is generally a very laid-back resort, so there is no major nightlife. There are some excellent restaurants and a couple of good bars but no nightclubs. Evenings are best spent over a good meal and a few drinks.
As with all of our destinations we have spent considerable time and effort inspecting the available hotels and other accommodations in Bonaire so that we are able to recommend the best options.
In Bonaire, we can offer anything from a 5* beach (The Harbour Village) to the more laid-back, small, informal style like Bamboo Bali. If you want to be by Lac Bay for Windsurfing or Wing Foiling, the newly renovated Sorobion Beach Resort is excellent. Having a car in Bonaire is very popular, especially if you want to explore the many snorkelling and scuba diving spots around the island.
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From £235 p. night (room only)
Resort is a PADI five-star diving resort
Casual atmosphere with great diving services
Choose from hotel style accommodation or fully-equipped apartments
From £298 p. night (room only)
Resort has a private beach with that is protected by a coral reef
Cottages offer splendid panoramic views of the bay's colourful wildlife
Self-catering cottages that are fully equipped
From £61 p. night (room only)
Great value small quality hotel
2 bedroom suite perfect for families of friends sharing
Run and owned by ocean sports loving couple
From £255 p. night (room only)
From £255 p. night (room only)
From £141 p. night (room only)
One of the best locations on Bonaire for kitesurfing, windsurfing and diving
Comfortable and fully equipped villas set in a tropical garden
A lovely swimming pool and communal BBQ area on site
From £96 p. night (room only)
Great Value option for Bonaire
Various comfortable room types
Short 8 minute drive from Lac Bay
Stephen’s Court, 15 - 17 St Stephen’s Rd, Bournemouth BH2 6LA
+44 1273 921001
151 Campground Road,
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