Bonaire Exploration: Discovering Bonaire's Nature & Culture with Local Guide Luc
4.9
69 Ratings
Kralendijk
Embark on a private tour of Bonaire's stunning nature and rich culture. Join local guide Luc on an open bus adventure and discover the island's highlights, from the pink salt pans to the Caribbean flamingos and the Marine park. Experience the cool breeze and uninterrupted views as you hear fascinating island stories and enjoy lively background music. Book now for an unforgettable Bonaire exploration!
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Kralendijk - Departing from the center of Kralendijk we visit local residential areas. With explanations about daily life, culture, history. You will experience unblocked views from the open bus and continuous photo opportunities.
- Bonaire National Marine Park - For lovers of turquoise waters and wonderful views. It is picture time again and you’ll receive all information about Bonaire’s diving, reef protection and sea live.
- Hilma Hooker - Shipwreck Hilma Hooker, the number 1 dive site of Bonaire. Your tour guide Luc shows you the dive site and tells fascinated with, within reach, additional photo sheets for extra visible information.
- Salt Pier - In a picturesque landscape, on the Caribbean coast, we stop at the salt mountains and pink salt pans. Participants can enjoy the environment, take pictures, and receive salt crystals as a present.
- Pink Beach - Today this place is a monument in a fascinating environment of colors and history. A natural paradise without habitation with wonderful views over the old salt pan, the plantation house and the white slave houses.
- Slave Huts at White Pan - At this place you can feel the history up close. Impressing and fascinating. Where and how did the salt ships dock here on the coast? How many slaves slept in this small huts? Luc will tell you the whole story.
- Kiteboarding Bonaire - Kite surfing in a fantastic Caribbean setting, in a place where the wind is almost always blowing. With beautiful nature around on a beach where turtles lay their eggs.
- Pekelmeer Flamingo Sanctuary - The best chance of seeing Caribbean Flamingos on Bonaire. Flamingos are shy and love tranquility. Sometimes there are many, sometimes few. Luc almost always manages to spot flamingos and you will also learn everything about this beautiful birds.
- Slave Huts at Orange Pan - Explore the historic site of the Orange pan, crawl into a little slave hut or take a picture from out of the small window. Sad history surrounded by fantastic Caribbean colors come together in one place. Luc gives you an impression that you will never forget.
- Willemstoren Lighthouse (61) - You feel the wind, the wild coast started. Here is the old Willemstoren, the first lighthouse built on Bonaire in the year 1837. Time for new impressions, for the story of the lighthouse and the lighthouse keeper in the middle of a wild remote environment.
- Lac Bay - An unexpected surprise appears where the Wild Coast comes to an end. With overwhelming colors Lac Bay is located between the coral reef and a wonderful beach. A Caribbean gem, beach and windsurfing paradise.
- Sorobon Beach - Visit the small local fishing harbor and nature lovers can take a closer look at beautiful Mangrove trees. Enthusiastic can go swimming and snorkeling. Like to relax? With your toes in the sand, overlooking the Bay, you can enjoy a refreshing drink at the Caribbean beach bar.
What's Included
- Use of snorkel gear
- Mineral water
- Professional guide, commented exclusively by Luc himself
Additional Information
Embark on a unique, private journey aboard a Caribbean Open Bus to explore Bonaire’s finest sights. Your tour is exclusively led by your knowledgeable guide and proprietor, Luc. Delight in viewing the rosy salt flats, Caribbean flamingos, the Marine park, the wild coast up to Sorobon, and much more. The unobstructed vistas through the bus’s open windows also provide a refreshing atmosphere and constant opportunities for photography. Listen to intriguing tales about the island, accompanied by light-hearted background music. This tour caters to all who wish to delve into the heart of Bonaire. Upon conclusion of the tour, all participants are promptly and safely returned to the commencement point.
Location
Kralendijk
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(69 Ratings)
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Amanda_s
Apr 7, 2024
We saw it all thanks to Luc! - Luv was an excellent tour guide. His van is fun and designed in such a way that we could see all the sights and take photos. He was friendly and knowledgeable, and also made sure we could see the things that interested us most. We saw beaches, slave huts, the salt operation, donkeys, flamingos, and many other cool things. There was even time for snorkeling. This was so much better than a large bus tour. We all agreed we would definitely book Luc’s tour again if and when we return to Bonaire.
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Poshrule
Mar 30, 2024
Quirky vehicle tour of beutiful Bonaire - First off I want to say that the six of us had a really great morning with Luc on this tour.
We did the initial booking on Viator and the communication for everything was really clear and we met Luc at the cruise terminal. We had a short walk to the bus which grabs everyone's attention during the day and provided great views of Bonaire no matter where you sat on the bus.
Luc took us out on a tour of the island where we saw the salt flats, flamingo's, (cant always be guaranteed) slave huts, lighthouse and various glorious viewpoints along the way. We finished up at a bar/beach with even more breathtaking views before heading back.
I would definitely recommend doing this if you are in Bonaire, gives you a good overview of the island and you get to do it in a slightly different but fun vehicle.
10/10
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Jason_d
Mar 10, 2024
Well worth the time and cost. - We were able to see a large part of the island in a very short time and was given a lot of great information throughout the tour. Luc was very knowledgeable and made us all very comfortable during the tour.
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Adventure60497967335
Mar 9, 2024
Thank you for a nice south tour - As part of our Caribbean cruise, we met Luc and did a tour in the south of Bonaire. We booked the tour from home. We already had a good feeling here because the contact was nice and went smoothly. Since we don't speak English, the day in German was of course great. Luc left a lasting impression on us. Whether he was looking after his bus (great drinks box) or giving information about the island, he knows what he's talking about and is happy to pass it on. We hope he has many more guests who may have found him here by chance on the Internet.
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Mike_t
Mar 4, 2024
Great time for all ages - We had a great time on this tour. Luc was very knowledgeable and flexible, he wanted to make sure we had the best time possible. Our age range was about 35-40 with children but I think this could be good for all ages. One person left their sneakers in the bus and Luc contacted me and brought them back to the port. Definitely book this if you're in Bonaire.
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20reneec
Mar 3, 2024
Amazing tour with real Bonaire local Luc ! - We had an amazing tour of Bonaire with Luc !
He is extremely knowledgeable and tells just the right amount of stories.
We asked a lot of quests and he was sure to point our our areas of interest. we saw flamingoes, a donkey and an iguana.
Understanding bonaire was so important to us at the start of our vacation.
The real highlight was when we arrived at the punk salt flats ! Absolutely magical.
Stunning scenery.
Pink salt on the left and the turquoise Caribbean sea on the right.
He will take lots of photos of you too with your camera for fun memories !
Highly recommend.
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995janag
Feb 10, 2024
Southern Tour Bonair - We had a wonderful afternoon tour to the south of Bonaire.
Very sophisticated and pleasant, with lots of explanations from Luc.
Thank you again for this lovely afternoon, it was a highlight
on our trip through the Caribbean.
Jan, Jana and Luisa😎
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Robyna860
Feb 9, 2024
Luc was the BEST - Luc is one of the best guides we’ve ever had! us around the island of Bonaire, with great pride. We were not into snorkeling or scuba, but if we had been, he was prepared for that as well. As a professional photographer, he took some adorable pictures which we appreciate it. I would recommend his tour wholeheartedly.
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Tony_c
Jan 22, 2024
Well worth the trip👍 - Lucas picked us up at our VRBO (6 of us) on time and super friendly! He gave a fantastic tour of the island and was super knowledgeable and personable. Lots of time for pictures and questions about the island.
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Bch76
Feb 12, 2024
Vinterferie - We had the best tour with Luc. His fabulous bus and his very good information made the day for us. We would recommend this tour for everybody visiting Bonaire 😊
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