Bonaire: A Tropical Paradise Best Explored by Cart

Описание: Bonaire 🇧🇶 is a small Dutch Caribbean island best known for world-class diving and snorkeling, laid-back vibes, and protected nature. Here’s a quick, practical overview—especially useful if you’re visiting by cruise or planning a budget-friendly trip.

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Why people love Bonaire
• Diving & snorkeling: One of the best shore-diving destinations in the world. Clear water, healthy reefs, easy access.
• Nature-first island: Much of the island and surrounding reef is protected (Bonaire National Marine Park).
• Relaxed atmosphere: Quiet, uncrowded, and not very commercialized.

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Top things to do
• Snorkel right off the pier near Kralendijk (great even for beginners)
• Scuba dive (no boats needed for many sites)
• Washington Slagbaai National Park – rugged landscapes, flamingos, blowholes
• Salt flats & slave huts – iconic photo spots
• Lac Bay – windsurfing and shallow turquoise water
• Donkey Sanctuary – a unique, low-cost stop

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Cruise port basics
• Ships dock right in Kralendijk (tendering sometimes used).
• Town is walkable: shops, cafes, snorkel spots right near the pier.
• Many cruisers skip excursions and just snorkel independently.
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Budget-friendly tips
• Skip ship excursions; rent snorkel gear locally or bring your own.
• Shore snorkeling is free once you pay the small marine park fee.
• Eat at local spots (food trucks, casual cafes) instead of tourist restaurants.
• No beaches with big resorts—less pressure to spend.

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Practical info
• Currency: US dollar 💵
• Language: Dutch & Papiamentu (English widely spoken)