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Hurtigruten Group

Kralendjik (Bonaire) - Bonaire Highlights North & South

Excursion

Free

Duration
3 hours
Season
Available all year
Min. number
0 traveller(s)
Booking code
INCL-KRA1

See Bonaire's oldest settlement, look out for pink flamingos, and delve into the history of salt mining on this scenic bus tour.
  • Explore Bonaire’s diverse landscape, from the dry undulating north to the lush tropical south.

  • See the salt flats and mountains, learn about the history of the industry and visit original slave huts.

  • Drive along Goto Lake, a favorite gathering spot for Bonaire’s renowned population of pink flamingos.

  • See Bonaire’s first settlement, Rincón, and visit Museo Chich’I Tan, which is located in a traditional house.


This three-hour bus tour takes you around the north and south of the island, showcasing its must-see sights.

We’ll pass by Goto Lake, where you can look out for the iconic pink flamingos that feed at this natural saltwater lake. Continuing to Rincón, Bonaire's oldest settlement, we’ll stop to explore Museo Chich’I Tan, which is located in a traditional house, and gain insight into what life was like here 130 years ago. Then at the cone-shaped salt mountains, you’ll learn about the history of salt mining and see original slave huts.

*While we're excited to share the unique flavors of this region with you, it’s important to note that allergy awareness and hygiene standards can vary widely across the world. The local community providing food for this tour may not be as familiar with allergy concerns or preparation standards as suppliers in your home country or the expert chefs onboard our ships. As a precaution, we advise anyone with a severe food allergy to contact a member of the onboard Expedition Team before booking this excursion.

Practical information

  • Included: Sample of local liqueur in Rincón

  • Remarks/requirements: Please dress according to the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. Sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses are recommended.

  • Walking or Activity information: Involves limited physical activity. Most of the tour takes place by vehicle. Some limited walking over unpaved ground, stones, and sand.

  • Wheelchair accessible: Yes

  • Language Availability: English

Penguins perched on the ice of Cuverville Island, Antarctica. Credit: Espen Mills / HX Hurtigruten Expeditions

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