Hiking on Bonaire

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Hiking on Bonaire

Set out well-prepared with our hiking tips.

If you want to truly experience the rich landscapes of Bonaire, with their unique birds, trees, and cacti, a hike is a must! How do you handle the heat, avoid getting lost, and why should you pack tweezers? With the tips from this blog, you’ll head out safely and prepared, ensuring an unforgettable adventure!

The Hikes of Bonaire

Check out our blogs featuring all the hikes on Bonaire:

• The Ten Most Beautiful Hikes on Bonaire (1-10)
• The Four Hikes in Washington-Slagbaai (11-14)

1. Seru Largu Hike
Accessible hike with views over the south.
2. Shanti Wawa Hike
Short climb to an eastern viewpoint.
3. Wayaka Trail
Accessible hike through forested inland.
4. Hell Trail
Walk across the island from west to east.
5. Red Hill Hike
Versatile hike along Bonaire’s rugged east coast.
6. Bara di Karta Hike
Short walk with views over the kunuku.
7. Roi Sango Hike
Descend into a tree-filled canyon with towering cliffs.
8. Dos Pos Hike
One of Bonaire’s most popular hikes.
9. Montaña Hike
Climb a hill for views of the west coast.
10. Wasao Hike
Hike to one of Bonaire’s best viewpoints
11. Lagadishi Trail
Versatile hike along Bonaire’s east coast.
12. Kashikunda Trail
Exciting, steep climb with stunning views.
13. Brandaris Trail
Challenging ascent to Bonaire’s highest point.
14. Oliba Trail
Short hike to end your day in Washington-Slagbaai.

Hiking group Chantiwawa Trails explores remote areas, makes them accessible and maps out new hiking trails. Five new trails take you through the nature of Bonaire past breathtaking views, abandoned structures and monumental trees!

•   Ruta Burubari
A tree-lined route in the heart of the island.
•   Ruta Onima
A varied route on Plantation Onima.
•   Ruta Colá
A beautiful hike with sweeping views.
•   Ruta Nene Shòrs
A hike to the deepest well on Bonaire.
•   Ruta Joselito Oleana | Seru Grandi
A hike full of vistas over Seru Grandi.

In the south of Bonaire lies a still relatively undiscovered nature area where hiking is a true pleasure: the Bonaire Sabal Palm Park. Enjoy the distinctive native palms along the way, as well as the hundreds of flamingos in the Pekelmeer.

•   Sùit Route
Explore the eastern palm population and enjoy hundreds of flamingos.
•   Brasia Route
Get up close with the Sabal Palm.
•   Kabana Route
Explore the western palm population.
•   Highlights Route
Visit all the highlights on this route designed by us.