Bonaire – Lac Bay (Sorobon)

Caribbean Netherlands · Windsurf · Wingfoil

  • Best winds E, NE (trade wind)
  • Level Beginner · Intermediate · Pro
  • Water Flat water
  • Best months Jan–Aug

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Bonaire – Lac Bay (Sorobon) is a wingfoil and windsurf spot in the Caribbean Netherlands. Lac Bay in the south-east of Bonaire is a shallow lagoon protected by a coral reef at its entrance; its centre is Sorobon Beach with surf schools and rental. It is nowhere deeper than about 1.2 m, and the water is mirror-flat almost all year round. Only windsurfing and wingfoiling are allowed – kiting is banned by the nature conservation organisation STINAPA. The best time is January to August with 12–25 knots; a nature fee is required.

The spot works best with wind from E, NE (trade wind); the windiest period is Jan–Aug. The water is mostly flat. It suits beginners, intermediates and advanced riders.

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⚠︎ Hazards

Watch out for: Kiting banned. Sensitive mangroves and seagrass meadows. Many students in the windsurfing area.

All information without guarantee. Please check locally whether kiting, windsurfing, winging or surfing is currently allowed here – protected areas, swimming zones and seasonal closures change. You go on the water at your own risk.

Frequently asked questions

Is Bonaire – Lac Bay (Sorobon) suitable for beginners?

Yes. According to the spot info, Bonaire – Lac Bay (Sorobon) suits these levels: Beginner · Intermediate · Pro (water: Flat water).

Which wind works at Bonaire – Lac Bay (Sorobon)?

Best with wind from E, NE (trade wind).

When is the best time for Bonaire – Lac Bay (Sorobon)?

The best months are considered to be Jan–Aug.

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