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Finding the Perfect Beach on Bonaire
Whether you prefer the tranquility of an untouched white-sand beach lapped by gentle waves, or a protected cove perfect for reef diving just offshore, there’s a beach for you on Bonaire.
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![Waves crashing on the shore](https://bonaireisland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/1000-steps1-1-xl_2000x850-750x550.jpg)
The beach of 1000 Steps thanks its name to the limestone stairs you have to descend to get there. Though the name might sound a bit intimidating, the stairs only...
![People flying kites and enjoying the white sand beach](https://bonaireisland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/atlantis-beach-2-xl_2000x850-750x550.jpg)
Atlantis Beach is home to the kite boarders, and it is a lot of fun to observe the colorful kiters in action. Take a lesson or go for a long...
![Ocean rock](https://bonaireisland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/bachelors-beach-1-xl_2000x850-750x550.jpg)
In Belnem district, south of the airport, is a very small beach. This sandy beach is at the base of a three-meter (10 ft.) cliff with stairs leading down to...
![Ocean shore overlooking rocks and plants](https://bonaireisland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/boka-kokolishi-1-xl_2000x850-750x550.jpg)
Boka Kokolishi is a black sand beach, so named after the tiny black snails whose crushed shell skeletons give the sand its dark hue. It is a beach where pulpit-like...
![Dark yellow buildings on the ocean shore](https://bonaireisland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/boka-slagbaai-1-xl_2000x850-750x550.jpg)
When visiting Washington Slagbaai National Park, a stop at Boka Slagbaai Beach can be the ideal complement to hiking in the picturesque hills. The offshore coral gardens at this beach...
![Abandoned boat near a large pile on the shore](https://bonaireisland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/cai-01-xl_2000x850-750x550.jpg)
Cai is a beautiful beach area hidden in the eastern part of Bonaire’s mangroves. Though the ride here might be a bumpy one, the view that awaits you is breathtaking....
![Small beach with wooden pier in the background](https://bonaireisland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/chachacha-1-xl_2000x850-750x550.jpg)
A three-minute stroll from Kralendijk’s center leads you to Chachacha beach, located near the island’s southern cruise dock. Named after a woman who once lived across the street, the small...
![White sand beach and deep blue ocean](https://bonaireisland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/no-name-beach-01-xl_2000x850-750x550.jpg)
Uninhabited Klein Bonaire lures visitors ashore for a day trip. The gorgeous white sand beach and gently lapping waves are a fantasy come true and there is so much to...
![Palm tree lined ocean shore](https://bonaireisland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/pink-beach-01-xl_2000x850-750x550.jpg)
Pink Beach gets its color from the crushed shells of millions of microscopic bright pink sea creatures called foraminifera. Pink Beach is an excellent beach to visit if you want...
![Waves crashing on the shore](https://bonaireisland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/playa-benge-1-xl_2000x850-750x550.jpg)
Bonaire’s National Park is host to Playa Benge, a beautiful beach area situated between cliffs of ancient limestone rocks. This site is great for both diving and snorkeling, and the...
![Waves crashing on the shore](https://bonaireisland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/playa-chikitu-1-xl_2000x850-750x550.jpg)
A visit to Washington-Slagbaai National Park is not complete without a stop at beautiful Playa Chikitu. An idyllic cove on the windward side of the island, dangerous rip tides and...
![Aerial view of ocean](https://bonaireisland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/playa-frans-1-xl_2000x850-750x550.jpg)
Playa Frans offers small areas of sand amidst rockier terrain. This beach on the North Point of the island is somewhat hard to get to, but the effort is worth...
![Sign with the beach name by the ocean shore](https://bonaireisland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/playa-funchi2-1-xl_2000x850-750x550.jpg)
Situated in Washington Slagbaai National Park, Playa Funchi is Bonaire’s most western beach. Though the beach itself might be a bit rocky, its beautiful blue sea makes a great snorkeling...
![Palm trees near the shore during sunset](https://bonaireisland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/playa-lechi-1-xl_2000x850-750x550.jpg)
Playa Lechi is a large, white sandy public beach, covered in palm trees to provide you with shade from the hot Caribbean sun. Situated next to Eden Beach Resort, the...
![Multiple people enjoying the beach](https://bonaireisland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/playa-palu-di-mangel-1-xl_2000x850-750x550.jpg)
Playa Palu di Mangel, meaning Beach of Almond Trees, is situated by the airport. This makes it a great place to see arriving planes fly over and land just a...
![Waves crashing on the shore](https://bonaireisland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/seven-body-beach-1-xl_2000x850-750x550.jpg)
This beach, partly sand, partly coral stones, thanks its name to its size; if you lay seven people head to toe, you are close to the length of the beach....
![Mulitple people by the shore with surfboards](https://bonaireisland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/sorobon-beach-1-xl_2000x850-750x550.jpg)
Sorobon, located on the eastern side near Lac Bay, is one of Bonaire’s treasures. Many local fishing boats are at the Fishermen’s Pier and the beach has several lanais for...
![White sand beach and deep blue ocean](https://bonaireisland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/te-amo-01-xl_2000x850-750x550.jpg)
Te Amo is a beautiful, white sandy public beach situated near Bonaire’s airport. Its location provides spectacular sights of arriving airplanes on this otherwise tranquil area. The sandy shoreline makes...
![Multiple people enjoying the beach](https://bonaireisland.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/wayaka1-1-xl_2000x850-750x550.jpg)
Washington Slagbaai’s Wakayá area hosts three different beaches, consequently named Wayaká I, II and III. Though they are different, all are great for both diving and snorkeling. The small, but...
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