Top Bonaire Shore Excursions

When your cruise ship docks in Bonaire's port, spend your time exploring both the north and south sides of the island on this 3-hour sightseeing tour. Take in the varied colors of the salt flats and learn the history behind the island's slave huts. Visit 1,000 Steps to see the native sea turtles and Goto Lake for views of the spectacular pink flamingos. Round-trip transportation from the cruise port is included.

Mangroves are one of Bonaire’s most important ecosystems. Discover them with an experienced nature guide on this clear-bottom kayak tour of Lac Bay’s mangroves, with snorkeling gear so you can see even more. Learn about four different species of mangroves and the complex relationship between plants, animals and fish as you paddle. Price excludes marine park fees: these are free for cruise ship passengers and available to purchase for non-cruisers.

Wind might not be your best friend when you’re trying to relax on a tropical beach, but it is on this landsailing adventure. You’ll visit the windy side of the island, where the conditions are best for racing across the sand in these special wind-powered carts. After a thorough safety and operational briefing, you’ll get about 50 minutes to race your friends. Try something new while having a great time.

Explore the beautiful reefs of Bonaire on a 3-hour snorkeling adventure from Kralendijk. Sail across the crystal clear waters and snorkel in two different spots to observe the local marine life. Bonaire National Marine Park is home to over 340 species of tropical fish and a number of different seagrasses and mangroves. Enjoy unlimited soft drinks, juice, and snacks in between your snorkel sites.

See the highlights of Bonaire on a half-day, small group tour. If you look at the itinerary you will see the start till we reach 1000 step (Don’t worry, it’s actually only 74 steps.) Then it‘s on to the Flamingo Sanctuary, Salt Pier, and finally, the slave huts to view the living quarters of workers forced to labor in the nearby salt mines during the 1800s.

VIP Diving is the top PADI 5-star IDC dive center on Bonaire. We have everything you can imagine for diving. The moment you walk through our doors, you will feel the passion that our whole team has for showing you the best time possible. We provide the highest quality Air and Nitrox, analyzed to the strictest standards. Drive thru tank service 365 days a year, 24hrs a day access to our gear storage room, high-quality rental gear, tanks in various sizes (DIN and Yoke). All our guided dives and courses are in groups of no more than 4 divers per guide or instructor. We don’t just offer diving, we create memories.

This five-hour lunch cruise and snorkeling trip via catamaran is especially designed for cruise-ship passengers on Bonaire for a short time. You’ll sail to the Bonaire Marine Park where you’ll enjoy a guided snorkeling trip with a guide who will keep you safe in the sea. Back on board, relax as you indulge in a delicious lunch and drinks while watching the island scenery drift by.

Charter your own private yacht to sail across the turquoise-blue waters of the Caribbean for a half-day snorkeling adventure. Set an itinerary with your captain depending on your interests and the weather conditions for the day. Then spend your time swimming, snorkeling, and soaking up the warm Caribbean sun and enjoy tasty snacks and an open bar onboard the yacht.

While vacationing or a short visit by cruise ship on Bonaire, visitors will want to take advantage of the opportunity to discover the island’s cave, consisting of an estimated 400 caves. Since their formation, the caves have played an important role in the island’s overall ecosystem. Some caves are open for guided tours.  Explore ancient formations of stalactites and stalagmites that took thousands of years to form. While adventuring through select caves, continue through the cavern and find a small opening of water where visitors can snorkel. Climb through the opening with your flashlight, mask and snorkel, and snorkel through crystal clear water that is a mix of fresh and salt. It is important that when visiting the cave it should be with a Certified cave guide & operator. You will be visiting 3 of the awesome caves here on the island together with a Native or Local tour guide. We will be picking you up at the port where the ship is or at your hotel or apartment. Transportation from and to your accommodation is cover The caves are located on the North side of the Island. One at the entrance of Santa Barbara and one just down the road at a place called Hill Top we will stop at the second cave. Around this areas is rich in caves. The first Cave we will be visiting have a ladder that you will have to climb down to get into the Cave. When you are in the cave there will be bats and a lot of special rocks. When you are in the cave you will see a lot of type of lime stones as you can see on the pictures and some of the rocks look like they have gliders on them because when you shine your light or flashlight on it they start shining. If you like cliff jumping, we will be visiting a small and low cliff jumping after the cave tour. It is very fun!!!! :) The cliff is not high at all and every one can jump from it :)

Admire the Bonairian underwater world guided by a dive guide. We will go to one of the many beautiful dive sites of Bonaire. Amongst others we may visit Salt pier, The lake, Angel city, Cliff, Hilma Hooker wreck (deep dive till 30m/100ft), Invisibles (also deep)...

The tuk-tuks are 3-wheeled scooters which seat 4 adults. They are the eye-catchers of our fleet and we lost count of the number of people who wanted to have their picture taken while sitting in the tuk. Please bear in mind that the tuk-tuks may be not the right choice for you if you are very tall, over 200 lbs (100 kg) or if you have knee- or hip problems, as you will be sitting with your knee above your hip. In such a case we advise to book one of our big tuks. Our tuks are electric, emission-free and quiet! You will enjoy the natural airco of Bonaire, the prevailing Northeastern tradewind, as the tuks are open-air. As a bonus, you can take beautiful pictures right from your seat without that annoying reflection of windows. Join us for the best tour you have ever had!

Discover the best of Bonaire during this 3-hour sightseeing bus tour. Begin in the capital city of Kralendijk and discover the key landmarks of the island including the salt mines of Cargill, the old slave houses, Goto Lake, and many beaches. Learn about the history of this small Dutch island from your tour guide and end the tour with a tasting of the island’s cactus liquor.

The best way to experience Bonaire Washington Park Tour is with a guide who knows the most beautiful spots! Beautiful and unspoiled are understatements when describing Bonaire Washington Slagbaai National Park. Discover its treasures on this specially guided tour through hidden coves, secluded beaches, salt lakes & magical watering holes. Originally inhabited by the Caiquetio Indians, Bonaire Washington Park is the first nature sanctuary of the former Netherland Antilles. Established in 1969 and located in the Northwest part of the island, it covers an area roughly one fifth of Bonaire, and it had Slagbaai, the largest most productive plantations during the colonial period. Today Bonaire Washington Slagbaai National Park and its pristine beaches are an important nesting ground for the sea turtles that visit the waters of our island, Bonaire. With a flexible itinerary, you will have plenty of opportunities to admire and photograph the flora & fauna in their natural habitats.

Join us for our daily Land & Sea snorkel combo tour. You will explore the south of Bonaire and see the solar salt flats, Salt Pier as well as the historic slave huts dating back to 1850. Flamingos and Donkeys are frequently seen as we drive southbound. Your guide is a Bonaire tourism trained guide as well as a PADI professional in-water guide. The snorkel portion of the tour will be from the beach and in our Marine Park area which runs along our West coast. Your guide will take care to ensure that your safety comes first while snorkeling. **Tours require a minimum of 2 persons booked to operate this tour.

Make a first discover dive and experience breathing under water! Usually a discover dive takes place in a swimming pool. But Bonaire has got a lot of dive locations with confined water. That’s why it is possible to have your first diving experience in the ocean in a safe environment. Now you can make use of this unique opportunity. You can immediately enjoy the beautiful underwater world of Bonaire! Explanation and maximum 1 hour diving in shallow confined open water.

Enjoy quality time with your family or friends with this handy four-hour boat charter in Bonaire. See and do whatever you like with a spacious speedboat and captain at your disposal for half a day. Go snorkeling by day or watch the sunset with a drink in hand in the evening. Celebrate a special occasion or make new memories on vacation in Bonaire.

A relaxed way to see all the scenic and historic highlights of Bonaire in a half day and take a dip in the water! At the South of Bonaire, view the salt pans, the slave huts and learn about Bonaire’s history and culture. Later in the North discover what an island of contrasts is Bonaire, with the rustic northern coastline, see 1000 Steps, Rincon and Goto Lake, a natural salt-water lake and one of the most beautiful places of Bonaire where you can spot flamingos. Make it unique by choosing to add a 2 hour stay at Ocean Oasis Bonaire, a beach bar, where you'll have the chance to swim or snorkel if you have your own gear, and be amazed by the incredible waters of Bonaire’s Marine Park. We'll greet you with a fruity salad a beach bed and a towel, so relax and be sure to have experienced the most of Bonaire with this 5,5hour tour. if you've chosen to go to the beach we will pick you up and take you back to the cruise ship, otherwise your tour will end at the cruise ship pier.

This tour is unique because this is a private tour for you and your family alone. You will be with a local and you will be getting a local experience including drinks and a small local taste. This tour is not a ordinary tour like the others on the Island. This tour is not just a tour just to show you around but you will be very personal with your guide and experience the local culture and history. You will be able to customise this tour as you want. This is a very private personnel tours. At the end of the tour you will get a very nice free souvenir from us and its a local product you will be using almost every single day.

Henk Transfer & Tours is a locally owned and operated tour company with over 15 years of experience. Discover Bonaire with a 3-hour Northern and Southern van tour from Kralendijk as we offer on-board commentary on local culture, history, flora, fauna, sights. See Bonaire’s beloved pink flamingos, as well as local donkey’s in their natural habitat, and experience the huge salt pyramids and colourful salt pans on Bonaire’s south end. Visit Bonaire’s oldest village, the Slave Huts, downtown-Bonaire, the Catholic Church, and among others, the Goto Lake. Sit back and relax in a clean, air-conditioned coach and let one of our friendly and experienced local tour guides take you on an unforgettable excursion of Bonaire. Henk Transfer and Tours offers certified island tours in English, Spanish, Dutch, and German.

Admire the Bonairian underwater world guided by a dive guide. We will go to one of the many beautiful dive sites of Bonaire. Amongst others we may visit Salt pier, The lake, Angel city, Cliff, Hilma Hooker wreck (deep dive till 30m/100ft), Invisibles (also deep)…

We are the top PADI 5-star IDC dive center on Bonaire. We have everything you can imagine for diving. The moment you walk through our doors, you will feel the passion that our whole team has for showing you the best time possible. We have a private training pool on site. This way you can take your first breaths underwater in a completely safe and comfortable environment. The group will be no more than 4 divers per guide or instructor. After a few simple exercises in the pool, you will make a real dive on one of Bonaire's stunning reefs that are part of the Bonaire National Marine Park. We don’t just offer diving, we create memories.

Spend a few hours learning about Bonaire’s history and enjoying a bit of relaxation time, too. First, visit the salt flats as well as the nearby slave huts. Learn how slaves lived and worked during Colonial times and reflect on the country’s complicated past. You’ll also visit Coco Beach, where you can swim, sunbathe, or simply take in fantastic ocean views.

Explore our “beloved rock” by bike! With no other sound than the breeze, you’ll enjoy Bonaire’s true treasures; beautiful nature and trails through the unspoiled countryside and wave battered coastline Rent a top quality Cannondale mountainbike and venture out on your own. The many trails give you the perfect workout while peace & tranquility rule the vibes.

Rincon Village is the oldest village on Bonaire. Additionally, it is the oldest in continual existence within the Netherlands Antilles and Aruba. Originally settled by the Spanish in the early 1500’s, Rincon was strategically nestled within a valley to ward off impending danger from pirates and other threats. Slaves were brought to Bonaire and worked tending crops and in the salt pans. Slaves lived in Rincon and walked to the salt pans in the south to work, and stayed there for the work week. They returned to Rincon to gather supplies at Mangazina di Rei (King’s store house), and family visits before heading back to the salt pans. In Rincon we will be visiting the Magazine di Rei (King's store house) and then the Kadushi distillery (where you will be able to taste the local cactus liquor made on Bonaire.After visiting Kadushi we will be stopping at Local Restaurant called Posada. Here will be our last stop and you can enjoy a local food made by local people living on the Island.