10 Bus Tours in Bonaire That You Shouldn't Miss

This is a Unique Small Group Tour guided by a knowledgeable, Local Bonaire resident who Loves the Island! Why Shekhinah Tours is Different: Unlike other tours offered, this is not a big bus experience with long wait times and impersonal guides. We want you to feel welcome to the island the moment you step off the ship and we’re excited to share with you our knowledge of the history, culture, economy and food on Bonaire! *You will be greeted personally and shown to your vehicle *There is a minimum of 2 up to 7 guests per vehicle so you will have personal interaction with your guide throughout. *You will see all the major sites and highlights. *Because of the small group nature of this tour you will be able to ask questions and make custom requests if there’s something in particular you want to see. Time allowing, we’ll do all we can to make this trip special for you and your group! *We Guarantee we'll have you back at your ship 1 hour before the ship departure time.

Inclusions: Guided by an Experienced & Knowledgeable Bonaire Resident, Drinking Water, Clean and Safe Vehicle with Air-Conditioning & Working Seatbelts, Transportation to and from your Ship or Hotel

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This is a Unique Small Group Tour guided by a knowledgeable, Local Bonaire resident who Loves the Island! Why Shekhinah Tours is Different: Unlike other tours offered, this is not a big bus experience with long wait times and impersonal guides. We want you to feel welcome to the island the moment you step off the ship and we’re excited to share with you our knowledge of the history, culture, economy and food on Bonaire! You will be greeted personally and shown to your vehicle There is a maximum of 7 guests per vehicle so you will have personal interaction with your guide throughout You will see all the major sites and highlights. Because of the small group nature of this tour you will be able to ask questions and make custom requests if there’s something in particular you want to see. Time allowing, we’ll do all we can to make this trip special for you and your group! We Guarantee we'll have you back at your ship 1 hour before the ship departure time.

Inclusions: Guided by an Experienced & Knowledgeable Bonaire Resident, Drinking Water, Clean and Safe Vehicle with Air-Conditioning & Working Seatbelts, Transportation to and from your Ship or Hotel

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The mangrove forest of Lac Bay is one of the best preserved mangrove forests in the Caribbean. For generations this lush, green environment has served as a home and incubator to native fish, baby rays, lobster and seahorses. The bushy and beautiful trees and their deep, webbed roots, protect Bonaire from extreme weather conditions. In fact, it’s rumored that they’re strong enough to withstand the wind and water to the point of slowing a tsunami! The mangroves are a series of narrow channels that are covered by natural canopies made by the bending of the mangrove trees that house birds, fish and clean the water. For centuries fisherman and tourists have been visiting, kayaking and exploring this area of rich waters. Historically, they also provided means to make household items and played an important role in the fishing community, which you will learn about on this tour. While driving south to the Mangroves, your guide will inform you about the history and sites of Bonaire.

Inclusions: Transportation from most major hotels and cruise ship port is included., Seatbelt for all passenger including kids is available in the van/ pickup. Safety is our priority, Our price includes 6% government taxes, Water, All our vehicles have Air-Condition

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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.

Inclusions: Hamburgers, Hot Dogs & Drinks (Soda & Water) , Snorkeling at Boka Slagbai, Clean and Safe Vehicle with Air-Conditioning & Working Seatbelts, Transportation to and from your Ship or Hotel, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Please have your tag paper receipt, Square or round Nature Tag & a picture ID, You may prepurchase an annual Dive or Nature Tag online at https://stinapa.bonairenaturefee.org/purc, Nature and Dive Tag

Get ready to release your inner-child as the trike you once knew gets an adult upgrade! Cruise, Drift and learn how to Power Slide as you race around with your mates and family on your own Big Wheel Drift Bike. Bonaire's nice weather and cross-winds give this activity an extra rush and we're excited to share it with you! Your guide will take you to a secluded area of Bonaire for this activity, provide you with an overview and then turn you loose for fun. This is a tour and adrenaline activity all in-one! On this unique trip you will not only get to experience the fun of Big Wheel Bike Drifting, but will also hear about and see many sites on your way to the drift site with your guide. You will see how local people live and learn about the history of the island - including how the native Indians originally settled on the island.

Inclusions: Transportation from major hotels and the cruise ship port in a safe, air-conditioned vehicle , Water, Helmet, Big Wheel Drifter Bike Rental

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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.

Inclusions: You will be getting a nice local Souvenir for free, Coca-Cola, Sprite or Water free, A local snack with a local experience , Air-condition van, car or pick up

Exclusions: Nothing is excluded, Everything is free. :) Just enjoy your time and we want our guest to feel home.

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 :)

Inclusions: Guided by an Experienced & Knowledgeable Cave Guide , Drinking Water, Helmet , Flashlight , Clean and Safe Vehicle with Air-Conditioning & Working Seatbelts, Transportation to and from your Ship or Hotel

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This tour is unique because this is a tour for small groups and very personal to our guests. You will be with a local and you will be getting a local experience including drinks and a small local snack. This tour is not an ordinary tour like the other tours you’ll find or buy on your ship with big groups of people all together with no local experience and no waiting in line in the sun to start your tour. This tour is not just a tour to show you around, but you will be very personal with your guide and experience the local culture and history. In the meantime, that we will be driving, we will be also talking about the history of the Island, culture, Economic and food. You will be able to customize this tour as you want. At the end of the tour you will get a very nice free souvenir from us and it’s a local product you will be using almost every single day in your life. You will like it. NOTE!! We Guarantee you are back at your ship 1 hours before the ship departure time.

Inclusions: Guided by a Kind & Knowledgeable Long-Time Bonaire Resident, Local Snack at a Unique Local Stop on the Tour, Coca-Cola, Sprite or Water, End of Tour Souvenir, Clean and Safe Vehicle with Air-Conditioning & Working Seatbelts, Transporation to and from your Ship or Hotel

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Discover Bonaire with this comprehensive tour which goes to the North and the South. You will see the beautiful natural and historic sites. Your tour guide will have many stories to tell, including the history of Bonaire. In the South we will visit the slave huts and the salt pans, where you will learn more about the history of Bonaire. Later, in the North, we will see the beautiful coastline, Goto Lake, Rincon and Seru Largu. Goto Lake is a flamingo sanctuary where you will see the flamingos in the wild. In Rincon, visit a museum where you can look around or relax with a beverage.

Inclusions: Bottle of water or soda, Live commentary on board, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by new, extra high and wide, air-conditioned minivan

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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.

Inclusions: Certified English-speaking guide

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