Washington-Slagbaai National Park

The Washington-Slagbaai National Park, occupying 13,500 acres or one-fifth of the island, is an excellent place to see the flora and fauna of the island, especially the more than 100 species of birds. Pos Mangel and Bronswinkel are two places where the birds drink fresh water, so quiet visitors may find some of the rarer species at these spots. Other wildlife include donkeys, goats and iguanas. Throughout the park grow many species of cacti as well as mesquite, divi-divi and Brazil wood trees.

The park is best navigated in a four-wheel drive vehicle because of the dirt roads. Once inside, visitors make park and hike. Subi Brandaris is the highest point on the island (241m/790ft) and it offers a fine view of the surroundings and, on