Bonaire Mangrove Kayak Tours
Kayak with a guide through the mangroves of Lac Bay, with snorkelling. From $ 62 per person, free cancellation up to 48 hours.
Which mangrove tour suits you?
Two tours in Lac Bay, both guided, with snorkeling and free cancellation. These are the differences.
Mangrove Kayak Center
- Start at the Mangrove Information Center, with an explanation of the area.
- 3 departure times per day: 08:30, 13:30 and 14:30
- Guides certified by STINAPA, also Dutch-speaking
27 to book for the next 30 days
Mangrove Bonaire Kajak Tour
- Start from the beach at Lac Cai
- Kayak with a transparent bottom
- Hotel transfer can be added
28 to book for the next 30 days
Next to each other
| Most bookedMangrove Kayak Center | Mangrove Bonaire Kajak Tour | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $ 62 p.p. | $ 63 p.p. |
| Departure times | 08:30, 13:30, 14:30 | 09:15 |
| Days | Mon to Sat | Every day |
| Kayak | Regular kayak | Kayak with a transparent bottom |
| Duration | 2.5 hours, of which 2 hours on the water | 3 hours (with transfer 4 to 4.5 hours) |
| Departure point | Mangrove Information Center, Lac Bay | Lac Cai Beach |
| Hotel transfer | Not possible, you drive to Lac Bay yourself. | Can be booked from fixed pick-up points |
| Children | From 5 years old | From 3 years old |
| Guide | Certified by STINAPA, Dutch and English | Professional guide |
| Extra | Explanation of the area beforehand, snorkeling among the mangroves | Snorkeling and fruit punch |
| Reviews | 5,0 (62) | 4,9 (27) |
For both tours, you must show proof of the Stinapa Nature Fee (access to the nature reserve) on-site; this is not included in the price.
What travelers say
Real reviews of tours on Bonaire.
Great catamaran tour including snorkeling with delicious barbecue lunch. Very friendly staff, nothing is too much and very helpful. Really recommended with this wonderful weather
The captain is great and helps you explore the sea. He takes you to a fantastic snorkeling spot at 10:00 a.m. The boat ride is peaceful, and you see truly beautiful blue water.
Was great fun, really recommended! We snorkeled at two beautiful spots. The crew is very friendly, tasty snacks and drinks and a comfortable boat.
Saw fantastic, beautiful places Nice atmosphere, great guide (Tiemen, Thymen) who gave very educational explanations. Visited beautiful hidden places. A real must
Absolutely amazing! Christiaan was a great guide who made everyone feel at ease.
Super fun! Highly recommended! We visited three caves and saw a completely different side of the island. We even went swimming, it was great!
What an amazing experience! After a brief explanation, Tijmen takes us on an adventure… The lights go on and sometimes off again, we enjoy the silence, the nature, and the bioluminescence… I would do it again in a heartbeat.
The drive there is an experience in itself: flamingos, donkeys, horses
Mangrove kayaking on Bonaire
Mangrove kayak tour in Lac Bay
The mangroves of Bonaire are on the southeast coast, in Lac Bay. You paddle with a guide through narrow tunnels between the roots of the mangrove trees and stop halfway to snorkel between the mangroves. The water is shallow and calm, so you do not need to be an experienced kayaker.
Which mangrove tour suits you?
At the Mangrove Kayak Center you paddle a regular kayak with a certified guide who speaks Dutch and English; the tour takes about 2.5 hours, 2 of them on the water, from Monday to Saturday. On the Mangrove Bonaire Kayak Tour by Royal Activities you sit in a kayak with a glass bottom, so you also look under water; it runs every day. Mangrove Kajak Center costs from $ 62 per person, the Mangrove Bonaire Kajak Tour from $ 63.
Kayaking and snorkelling in the mangroves
Snorkel gear and a dry bag for your things are included on both tours. Young fish swim between the roots of the mangroves, which is why this area is called the nursery of the sea. Bring swimwear, reef-safe sunscreen and water.
Booking a mangrove tour
You book with Caribbean Tours, a Dutch company, and pay the full amount online. Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure. Not sure which one to choose? Message us; we help you 24/7 via WhatsApp.
More about Bonaire Mangrove Kayak Tours
In the southeast of Bonaire are the mangrove forests. This forest is the most valuable piece of nature on the entire island, and perhaps also the most beautiful! The area is so vulnerable that you can only visit it with a guide. This tour through the mangrove on Bonaire is not to be missed!
Frequently asked questions
Where are the mangroves on Bonaire?
In Lac Bay, on the southeast coast of Bonaire. Both mangrove tours start there.
How long does a mangrove kayak tour take?
About 2.5 hours in total. At the Mangrove Kayak Center you spend 2 hours of that on the water, snorkelling included.
Do I need kayaking experience?
No. The water in the mangroves is shallow and calm, and a guide paddles with you and explains everything beforehand.
How much does kayaking in the mangroves of Bonaire cost?
From $ 62 per person. Kayak, snorkel gear, dry bag and guide are included.
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