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ISLAND TOUR BONAIRE

DISCOVER

Bonaire is more than its reef. In the south you find the bright white salt flats and the slave huts that tell the harsh story of salt harvesting. In the north lies Rincon, the oldest village on the island, and lookout points over the rugged coast. On this guided island tour you see it all, with a local guide who knows not only the route but also the stories behind it. Along the way there is a good chance of spotting flamingos at the salt flats and Lake Goto.

WHAT TO EXPECT

THE TOUR STEP BY STEP

Half a day around the island with a local guide. In broad strokes, this is how the tour goes.

Pick-up at the resort

DEPARTURE

Your guide picks you up at Plaza. No rental car or navigation needed: you watch, the guide drives and tells the stories.

The south: salt, history and flamingos

THE SOUTHERN ROUTE

Along the salt flats the water turns pink and mountains of salt glisten in the sun. At the slave huts you hear the story of the people who harvested salt here under inhumane conditions, a history that belongs to any visit to Bonaire. There is a good chance you will spot flamingos in the salt lakes along the way.

The north: Rincon and the rugged coast

THE NORTHERN ROUTE

The north is greener and hillier. You visit Rincon, the oldest village of Bonaire, and stop at lookout points where you watch the waves pound the north coast. The guide explains how the island was settled and how today's culture came to be.

THE ISLAND TOUR IN PICTURES

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION

FOR YOUR VISIT

Departure point

Pick-up service at Plaza Resort Bonaire. The exact pick-up time is in your booking confirmation.

Address

Plaza Resort Bonaire
J.A. Abraham Boulevard 80
Kralendijk, Bonaire

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What do I see during the tour?

The highlights of North and South: the salt flats, the slave huts, flamingos, the village of Rincon and several lookout points. The full route depends on the chosen variant.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Yes, the island tour is family-friendly. There are regular stops and no physical effort is required.

Am I guaranteed to see flamingos?

Flamingos are wild, protected birds that keep their distance. The chance of seeing them at the salt flats or Lake Goto is high, but it is not guaranteed. Bring a camera with a zoom lens.

Is the tour accessible with a disability?

Largely, yes. Keep in mind that you get in and out of the vehicle several times.

Can I do only the north or the south?

Yes. The North Tour can be booked separately from $57. Want to go further inland? Have a look at the Washington Slagbaai tour or the hiking page about the park.

What if it rains?

The tour almost always goes ahead and is adjusted in case of rain. On Bonaire a shower rarely lasts long.