Mélange Travel & Lifestyle Magazine October 2017 | Page 143

EVENTS in Bonaire

OCTOBER 1
Bonaire DuoXtreme
Mountain Bike Race
Extreme athletes compete in this race
which is not for the faint of heart.! Lots
of great photo ops for visitors stationed
between the races’ two scenic routes.
OCTOBER 8
Hiking Trail Mundi Suit
Join Stichting Nationale Parken Bonaire
(STINAPA), for an early morning 6K hike
at the Washington Slagbaai National Park.
Leaving at 7:00 am, you’ll enjoy views of
the Boka Chikitu and the Seru Grandi. You
may also see flamingos as you pass by
Salina Matijs. Also a perfect opportunity
for bird watching along the route.
Telephone: + 599-717-8444 to register
OCTOBER 11 - 14
Bonaire Sailing Regatta
This year is the 50th edition of this event,
with races, parties, music, eating and
drinking. Great way tio spend a day or two
on the beach with family and friends.
NOVEMBER 25
Sea Turtle Conservation
Bonaire’s Annual
Fundraising Auction
Help to protect Bonaire’s endangered
sea turtles by attending the Fundraising
Auction which is a great creative project
that combines creativity, fun, nature and
education. To be held at the El Encanto
Boutique Hotel.
DECEMBER 23
Nos Zjilea Cultural Event
A fusion of local arts and crafts,
educational presentations, music and
delicious food.
Visit www.infobonaire.com
for more event information
Photo Credit: Meindert van D