The following items may be imported into Bonaire by travellers over 17 years of age (tobacco products) or over 18 years of age (alcohol) without incurring customs duty: 200 cigarettes or 50 cigarillos or 25 cigars or 125g of tobacco.
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What can I bring to Bonaire?
This Bonaire packing list will ensure that you don’t leave home without something crucial!
- Snorkel and/or Dive Gear.
- Sun protection.
- Re-usable water bottle.
- Other footwear on your Bonaire packing list.
- Cameras, phones, cables, and chargers.
- It goes without saying……but we’ll say it anyway.
- Binoculars.
Can I bring food to Bonaire?
Thanks. You can certanly bring food to Bonaire but given the number of grocery stores and markets it is not really necessary. Alcohol is available at several places on the island and prices are not unreasonable.
What is the legal drinking age in Bonaire?
18
The legal drinking age on Bonaire is 18 for both beer and other alcohol. The legal age for gambling in a casino is 21. The Dutch Caribbean has its own drug laws which are not the same as Holland. Our drug laws are not lenient.
Can you take shells from Bonaire?
Do not attempt to take shells, corals, sand etc off-island. It is forbidden by law and the airport is thoroughly checking bags for these items upon departure.
Is Bonaire part of Schengen?
Six Dutch territories in the Caribbean are outside the Schengen area as well, which are: BES islands – Bonaire, Sint Eustatius, Saba * Aruba**
What kind of beer is in Bonaire?
There’s a dominant beer in Bonaire: Polar, which comes from nearby Venezuela, although many also prefer Heineken.
Do you tip in Bonaire?
The Dutch do not tip as a general rule, and Bonaire restaurants do not expect tips from Dutch customers. If there is no line for the tip on the bill, just round up and leave some change on the table. If the service is exceptional, leave a cash tip.
How do people dress in Bonaire?
Most folks put on proper dry clothes for dinner – or when going into town at any time – but it’s still quite casual. Shorts and T-shirts are fine, except at the fanciest restaurants. A sundress provides maximum versatility and comfort for women.
Is there a ferry from Curacao to Bonaire?
Many people ask but, unfortunately, there is NO ferry service of any kind between Bonaire and Aruba, Venezuela, or Curacao. Scheduled travel between these locations is limited to air travel. It might be possible to charter a boat for your own personal tour.
Does Bonaire have nice beaches?
Bonaire has over 22 beaches.Pick up a Bonaire Island Map to find many sandy beaches and coves to explore and enjoy. Watch for the bright yellow stone markers – painted with the site name – along the coastal roads and make it easy to find a great beach for sun bathing, strolling or snorkeling and diving.
Are beaches in Bonaire public?
Public beaches and private beaches
In contrast to the situation in Aruba, where all beaches are accessible to the public, Bonaire distinguishes between private beaches and public beaches. The private beaches are owned by hotels, companies or individuals.
Can you own a gun in Bonaire?
Bonaire is a municipality of the Netherlands and part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, and thus is subject to the Netherlands’ restrictive gun control laws. Gun ownership is considered a privilege, rather than a right as in the USA. It’s illegal to carry a firearm in public, concealed or otherwise.
How expensive is Bonaire?
The average price of a 7-day trip to Bonaire is $1,537 for a solo traveler, $2,760 for a couple, and $5,175 for a family of 4. Bonaire hotels range from $72 to $327 per night with an average of $136, while most vacation rentals will cost $20 to $440 per night for the entire home.
Is Bonaire safe for tourists?
Bonaire has a reputation for being one of the safest islands in the Caribbean. As of this writing in early 2021, Bonaire is considered safe for travellers, per the US and Canadian International Travel guidelines.
What nationality is Bonaire?
Dutch
It is one of three special municipalities in the Caribbean; the others are Sint Eustatius and Saba. An 80% of Bonaire’s population are Dutch nationals, and nearly 60% of its residents were born in the former Netherlands Antilles and Aruba.
Bonaire.
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| Currency | US dollar ($) (USD) |
| Internet TLD | .nl .bq |
How do you get around on Bonaire?
The best way to get around Bonaire is by car. Because Bonaire is so small, it’s easy to drive the island’s entire coastline in just one day. Renting your own set of wheels is also the easiest way to reach most diving spots.
Car
- Island Car Rental Bonaire.
- AB Car Rental.
- Budget Rent a Car Bonaire.
- Bonaire Tours & Vacations.
Is Bonaire open for travel from us?
Bonaire – Level 3: Reconsider Travel
Reconsider travel to Bonaire due to health and safety measures and COVID-related conditions.
What men should pack for Aruba?
For men, slacks with a belt, a thin button-down shirt, and a pair of comfortable loafers will do! The most important thing to pack for evenings in Aruba is undoubtedly a light jacket.
What US cities fly direct to Bonaire?
Direct flights from the USA are available with United Airlines from Newark and Houston. Delta Airlines has direct flights from Atlanta. American Airlines has direct flights from Miami.
What is the drinking age in Curacao?
18 years
The drinking age in Curaçao is 18 years. This applies to drinks with low alcohol contents like beer and wine as well as to stronger drinks like liqueurs and hard liquor.
