screamin400 Posted November 14, 2016 #1 Share Posted November 14, 2016 Not looking to do an excursion here as we have them at other stops. Just looking for a little shopping and some beach time. I have read that some of the beaches are within walking distance? Possibly a little snorkeling just off of the beach. Any ideas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCLfamily Posted November 14, 2016 #2 Share Posted November 14, 2016 *insert crystal ball pic Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
screamin400 Posted November 14, 2016 Author #3 Share Posted November 14, 2016 *insert crystal ball pic Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Guess you will have to explain the crystal ball to me. Is there more than one port here? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCLfamily Posted November 14, 2016 #4 Share Posted November 14, 2016 Ignore me. Wrong thread [emoji23] Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
k9zaro Posted November 14, 2016 #5 Share Posted November 14, 2016 Which port?? Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCLfamily Posted November 14, 2016 #6 Share Posted November 14, 2016 Ignore me. Wrong thread [emoji23] Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
screamin400 Posted November 14, 2016 Author #7 Share Posted November 14, 2016 Which port?? Sent from my iPhone using Forums Does Bonaire have more than one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
k9zaro Posted November 14, 2016 #8 Share Posted November 14, 2016 Haha i didn't think your post said Bonaire Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
screamin400 Posted November 14, 2016 Author #9 Share Posted November 14, 2016 I am in the Bonaire section I think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
renjrusa Posted November 27, 2016 #10 Share Posted November 27, 2016 I think the post which had insert crystal ball was just a failure of someone trying to upgrade their signature... Any responses to the beach would be helpful... Never been to Bonaire and also looking for a beach to relax on.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norwegianwood57 Posted November 29, 2016 #11 Share Posted November 29, 2016 So can anyone recommend a nice beach? some swimming, some shallow snorkeling, few rocks, no dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanatravel Posted November 29, 2016 #12 Share Posted November 29, 2016 Beaches aren't the best at Bonaire that can be walked to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ODECCIT Posted November 29, 2016 #13 Share Posted November 29, 2016 So can anyone recommend a nice beach? some swimming, some shallow snorkeling, few rocks, no dogs. You can walk to water taxi and take it to Klein Bonaire island. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
screamin400 Posted November 29, 2016 Author #14 Share Posted November 29, 2016 So it appears we have to take a taxi to a beach. I had heard some beaches were within a 15 minute walk but that appears to be not true. Thanks everyone for the help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Peachypooh Posted December 11, 2016 #15 Share Posted December 11, 2016 If you are looking for a white sand beach I didn't see any within walking distance. If you are looking just for snorkeling you can walk to the Divi Flamingo or the Plaza (although the Plaza is a longer walk.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MrSchwump Posted December 12, 2016 #16 Share Posted December 12, 2016 I agree with the water taxi to Klein Bonaire suggestion. It's just a couple of minutes from the pier and then a 10 minute trip over to Klein Bonaire. I don't think there are any facilities there but it is a nice beach with calm water and good snorkeling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
renjrusa Posted December 15, 2016 #17 Share Posted December 15, 2016 I agree with the water taxi to Klein Bonaire suggestion. It's just a couple of minutes from the pier and then a 10 minute trip over to Klein Bonaire. I don't think there are any facilities there but it is a nice beach with calm water and good snorkeling. Is there any where along the way to grab a snack and a few bottles of water? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ODECCIT Posted December 16, 2016 #18 Share Posted December 16, 2016 Is there any where along the way to grab a snack and a few bottles of water? Water taxi departs from a bar, so you can grab water and snacks/food from them. Water taxi sells water and beer as well and they go back and forth all day long between main land and the island. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinybabynurse Posted December 20, 2016 #19 Share Posted December 20, 2016 The beach at Klein Bonaire is totally without facilities, chairs, umbrellas, etc. The Plaza is where my wife goes while I snorkle. I then meet her there afterward. This an artificial sandy beach and water shoes are recommended there and at all other beaches there. About $10 per person gets you a couple of loungers a palapa and a drink. A small snack and drink bar or a more elaborate buffet is available at additional cost. About 10-minute walk. Off the ship and turn right and continue along a Main Street. Might have to wait a few minutes to get in because you will be at an employee entrance right next to water sports shack where you can pay for the entrance fee. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chamima Posted January 4, 2017 #20 Share Posted January 4, 2017 The beach at Klein Bonaire is totally without facilities, chairs, umbrellas, etc. The Plaza is where my wife goes while I snorkle. I then meet her there afterward. This an artificial sandy beach and water shoes are recommended there and at all other beaches there. About $10 per person gets you a couple of loungers a palapa and a drink. A small snack and drink bar or a more elaborate buffet is available at additional cost. About 10-minute walk. Off the ship and turn right and continue along a Main Street. Might have to wait a few minutes to get in because you will be at an employee entrance right next to water sports shack where you can pay for the entrance fee. If we aren't interested in facilities but just the nicest beach would you recommend the Plaza or Klein Bonaire as the prettiest place? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chamima Posted January 10, 2017 #21 Share Posted January 10, 2017 If we aren't interested in facilities but just the nicest beach would you recommend the Plaza or Klein Bonaire as the prettiest place?Thanks! Or Lac Bay? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ODECCIT Posted January 11, 2017 #22 Share Posted January 11, 2017 Or Lac Bay? Thanks! Lac Bay isn't within walking distance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinybabynurse Posted January 11, 2017 #23 Share Posted January 11, 2017 (edited) It is against their laws to conduct any commercial business on the protected island of Klein Bonnaire. Soooo, if you want a beach without chairs, umbrellas, refreshments, restrooms, virtually no natural shade, etc. then Klein Bonnaire will meet your needs. You can get drinks and snacks from the water taxi, I understand. I have seen this rather narrow but long beach many times from the Woodwind Tours catamaran and decided that it is not for me although snorkeling is reported to be good or excellent. Note I said it is not for ME/US. Other people like it. Some love it, otherwise there would be no water taxi going there. (Subject to change without notice, your mileage may differ, objects closer than they appear. :D) Edited January 11, 2017 by tinybabynurse Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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