The 10 Best Historical & Heritage Tours in Bonaire, Bonaire

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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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

Exclusions: Gratuities

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.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Bottled water

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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!

Inclusions: Coca Cola, Sprite, Fanta, We encourage our guests to bring their own reusable bottle, which we will fill with delicious ice-cold Bonairean tap water., Beer

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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.

Inclusions: Guided by an Experienced & Knowledgeable Bonaire Resident, Drink and Food per person at your chooice, Clean and Safe Vehicle with Air-Conditioning & Working Seatbelts, Transportation to and from your Ship or Hotel

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Discover Bonaire with this island tour. This is a relaxed way to see all the scenic and historic highlights of the lovely island of Bonaire in a half day. First in the south of Bonaire, view the salt pans, the slave huts and learn about Bonaire’s history and culture. Later in the north discover the rest of Bonaire, an island of contrasts, with the rustic northern coastline, including 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.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected), Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Rich in history and beauty, the South of Bonaire has breathtaking ocean views and points of historical architecture. On this tour your local guide will share with you information about the nature, economy and highlights of this region as you explore and take in the sounds and sites of the coast. The South region of Bonaire features bright colors that occur naturally in the salt pans, coral reefs, and flat landscapes. You’ll see a symphony of pinks, purples, and blues as you drive along and view the large mountains of salt that have been a part of Bonaire’s history since the 17th century. This is a Unique Small Group Tour guided by a knowledgeable, Local Bonaire resident who Loves the Island! There is a maximum of 7 guests per vehicle so you will have personal interaction with your guide throughout We Guarantee we'll have you back at your ship 1 hour before the ship departure time.

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

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