Location: Bonaire is one of the Leeward Islands located in the Caribbean just north of Venezuela (70 km). Bonaire is 50 km west of Curacao and 120 km from Aruba. Bonaire has a land area of 288 km2.

Climate: The average temperature is 28°C nearly all year round.

Population: about 15,000 inhabitants.

Language: Several different languages are spoken on the island. The main language is Papiamento and also Dutch. English and Spanish are also widely spoken. Some useful words in Papiamento:

• Bon bini: welcome
• Bon dia, bon tardi, bon nochi: good morning, good afternoon, good evening
• Kon ta bai: how are you?
• Mi ta bon: I’m fine
• Danki: thanks
• Masha danki: many thanks
• Di nada: you’re welcome
• Mi ta bai (na laman/playa): I’m going to (the sea/the beach)
• Ayo: bye!
• Te aworó: see you later
• Despensa: excuse me
• Si: yes
• Nò: no
• Hopi: much
• Tiki: a little

Nature: Bonaire has a fascinating landscape both above and under water.
Nature conservation is high on the agenda on Bonaire. All sea around Bonaire is part of the protected Marine Park.

     

Activities: There are a variety of activities on Bonaire you can undertake. A few of the possibilities: diving, snorkeling, windsurfing, kite boarding, land sailing, horseback riding, kayaking, sailing, hiking, cycling/mountain biking, bird watching, dancing, boat trips, wake boarding, waterskiing, discovering caves, climbing and of course relaxing!

Sightseeing: cultural sites such as the slave huts, historical architecture, Indian murals, Magazina di Rei, Bonaire Museum, salt plains, Lac Bay, Lac Cai, Lake Goto (flamingo colonies), National Park Washingto n Slagbaai, donkey sanctuary, butterfly farm, Mangroves, Little Bonaire (island), Seru Largu, Rincon (Bonaire’s oldest town) ed.

Currency: since 01-01-2011 the US dollar ($) is the official currency on Bonaire. In addition credit cards are widely accepted. Of course, you can also withdraw money from ATM ‘s here on Bonaire.

Food/ drinks and shopping: there are a variety of local and international bars, restaurants and shops in and around Kralendijk.

Transport: Bonaire has no public transport available. There are cars (Jeeps, pickups, SUV’s), scooters, bicycles and boats for rent. We’ll gladly be of assistance and make a reservation for you if desired.

Prices include WiFi, welcome drinks, cleaning service (twice a week), linen, (beach)towels and airport transfer.

Upon reservation we ask for a non-refundable deposit of 20% of the total amount. The remaining amount is due (at the latest) on arrival. In case of cancellation within 4 weeks before arrival the remaining amount is due. We therefore advise to take travel insurance.

Last minute discounts
Recieve at least 5% last minute discount on your booking within 3 weeks before arriving. Or 10% discount within 1 week of bookingsdate (only in low-season) (All discounts are incorperated in the rates shown in our bookingspage)

   

 

   

For diving we work together with Wannadive Bonaire. This divecenter has two locations on Bonaire, where one is at Eden Beach just a few hundred meters from Bridanda boutique resort! And a guest of Bridanda you recieve a nice discount.

Not included: the Bonaire Marine Park Tags.
Everybody who makes use of the waters around Bonaire or want to visit "Washington Slagbaai" have to pay a ‘nature fee’ for entrance to the protected Marine Park as a contribution to nature conservation. For further information please contact STINAPA.

It is also possible to combine our stay with car rental and/or diving packages. Please contact us for further information and rates.

Terms & conditions

• Upon reservation we ask for a non-refundable deposit of 20% of the total amount. The remaining amount is due (at the latest) on arrival. In case of cancellation within 4 weeks before arrival the remaining amount is due. We therefore advise to take travel insurance.
• The use of the air conditioning is based on a fair use policy, with which we want to contribute to Bonaire's "Blue destination" objectives.
• Group reservations from three or more apartments are only final after approval.
• To ensure the privacy and peace of our guests, we only allow guests from 12 years and older.
  Receiving other visitors is only permitted after consultation.
• We expect you to handle our belongings with care and attention. However, if items are damaged upon check-out, or if the room is left very dirty, we may charge additional fees.
• To allow everyone to enjoy the serene and relaxed atmosphere of the resort, we kindly ask you to show extra respect for peace and quiet between 23:00 and 08:00.
• We reserve the right to refuse reservations if they deviate from the conditions.

 

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