Explore on your own rating
Compact town right at the pier, US dollars, and famous shore diving and snorkeling minutes away.
Where ships dock
- North and South cruise piers, downtown Kralendijk
Getting to town
Both piers are in town. Shops, Fort Oranje and Wilhelmina Square are a few minutes' walk. No taxi needed.
Taxis charge government rates rather than meters. Confirm the fare before you ride. Reported prices to Sorobon (east coast, Lac Bay) vary from about $5 per person to $20+ per car. Currency is the US dollar.
Fares are as reported by the sources below and change often. Treat them as estimates.
Top sights nearby
- Kralendijk waterfront and Fort Oranje
- Washington Slagbaai National Park (far; tour or rental)
- Salt flats and slave huts in the south
- Donkey Sanctuary
Beaches
- Shore snorkel sites near town (e.g. off Kralendijk)
- Klein Bonaire (boat trip; no facilities)
- Sorobon / Lac Bay (windsurfing; taxi)
Safety & tips
- The reefs are protected. Use reef-safe sunscreen and don't touch coral.
- Many beaches are rocky. Water shoes help.
- Bring shade; there's little at most beaches.
Check U.S. State Department travel advisories before you sail.
⏰ Back to the ship on time
Taxis from far beaches are limited. Pre-arrange pickup and be back 30+ minutes before all-aboard.
Ship time can differ from local time. Your ship won't wait for independent travelers.