Bonaire is a Caribbean island best known for scuba diving. If you aren’t a diver, you can always go snorkeling, they say. That’s not all! There are other outdoor activities you can enjoy in Bonaire, and one of the places to try watersports is Lac Bay. Here’s all you need to know about Lac Bay Bonaire windsurfing and more.
Windsurfing in Bonaire
Bonaire is one of the best places in the world to windsurf, mainly because of the consistency of the wind. The wind generally comes from the east, day after day. This is why you hear about people sailing to Bonaire from Antigua and not the opposite direction. The reliability of the wind, plus good weather, makes the island ideal for windsurfing and kiteboarding. As a result, many locals and vacationers participate in these sports, and Bonaire is known for creating champion windsurfers, who train in Lac Bay.
Lac Bay Bonaire Windsurfing Paradise
Drive over to the windward/eastern side of the island to the pleasantly protected Lac Bay. Once you see the windsurfers flying around the calm turquoise waters you will want to try. At least, that’s what happened to us. We drove over there one day while exploring the island and it looked so appealing, I signed up for a lesson! Lac Bay lagoon is the perfect place to learn with the wind coming in from the east, a reef protecting the bay from waves, and shallow warm water. Pretty as a postcard and ideal for windsurfing.
Windsurfing in Lac Bay
We used Jibe City for our windsurfing lessons, and they’ll rent you a board if you already know what you’re doing. I did a one-on-one introductory lesson and the teacher was excellent. He covered everything I needed to know and got me jibing.
Of course, I still spent a lot of time falling and pulling myself back up, but the water was so nice in Lac Bay I really didn’t mind it that much! I imagine it’s more fun once you’re good at it but the practice is good exercise and the surroundings are terrific.
Several windsurfing places operate out of Lac Bay, offering lessons and rentals. You can even stay in a hotel in the bay and devote your vacation to windsurfing.
What Else To Do at Lac Bay, Bonaire
Although windsurfing is the primary activity in Lac Bay, it’s not the only thing to do so you should still visit the lagoon even if you don’t want to windsurf.
Visit Lac Bay Bonaire because it’s a beautiful place with lovely protected waters. Plus, activities outside of windsurfing including paddling a SUP, renting a kayak and snorkeling. As the bay is very shallow and mostly sand, it’s not the best place for snorkeling if you want to see marine life, but it’s possible. The water is clear, calm and generally warm.
Jibe City includes a fun bar/restaurant with a great view of the action. It’s a good place to take a break from windsurfing, and watch and admire the champions at work.
Now I can say I have windsurfed where Bonaire’s champions train. I only tried it twice, and fell a lot, but had lots of fun doing it. Have you tried windsurfing, would you try it at Lac Bay or is there something else you would rather do in Bonaire? Let me know in the comments!
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I would say that windsurfing is definitely harder than it looks, but doing it in a such a beautiful area would’ve been amazing!
How fun! We visited Bonaire awhile back and we absolutely loved it. It is such a gorgeous island with tons to do. I’ll have to give windsurfing a go on my next visit.
Great post and beautiful photos!
I never was very good at windsurfing but I’d love to sea kayak and snorkel in that area. I love the color of Caribbean waters. Beautiful pics.
I have always wanted to give windsurfing a try! What a gorgeous place to do it!
You really are finding the best things to do in Bonaire. I didn’t know they have such consistent easterly wind… but even if the wind was less dependable, it looks like a fantastic area to give windsurfing a go! The waters are so inviting!
I have never windsurfed, but I would love to try. The water there looks spectacular. What a beautiful place. I have work colleague that goes there often to snorkel, but I didn’t realize how gorgeous the location is.
This looks so fun! I haven’t been to Lac Bay Bonaire but it looks awesome. Wind surfing oh my goodness this looks so fun! Thanks for the tips!
Windsurfing sounds like an amazing idea, especially in such beautiful blue water! Definitely on my bucket list!
I have been diving in Bonaire, but not windsurfing. I tried it once in Mexico and it didn’t go so well for me ????
I haven’t tried out windsurfing yet but this area looks like a great place to do it!
Windsurfing is amazing and Lac Bay Bonaire looks like the perfect place to try it. Thanks for sharing 🙂