North and South Tour + Beach Time with a Local Native Guide

North and South Tour + Beach Time with a Local Native Guide

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About This Tour in Bonaire

It 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, 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 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 that you will personally interact with your guide. You will see all the major sites and highlights in Bonaire's North and South regions. Because of the minor 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 allows, and we'll do all we can to make this trip memorable for you and your group! We Guarantee we'll have you back at your ship 1 hour before departure.

Why Visit Bonaire?

Bonaire offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Bonaire provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Bonaire

You can reach Bonaire by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.

What's Included

  • Transportation to and from your Ship or Hotel
  • Coca-Cola, Sprite, Water, or Coca-Cola Max
  • Guided by an Experienced & Knowledgeable Local Resident
  • Clean and Safe Vehicle with Air-Conditioning & Working Seatbelts
  • Transportation via small van, car or pick-up. (Dependent on number of guests) 
  • A local appreciation after the tour

What's Not Included

  • The snack at a local Stop on the tour is not included in the price

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We want you to feel at home and comfortable on our island and recommend you bring the following for this tour:
  • 1.Sun Protection: Sunscreen, Sunglasses
  • 2.Extra Water
  • 3.Dress Comfortably for warm, sunny and humid weather
  • 4.Camera (of course!)
  • Before the Tour:
  • Hotel or apartment guests: For the meeting, please meet your guide at the reception, and if you are staying at an apartment; your driver will be at the address you provided on the booking. Your guide will arrive at your pick-up location 15 minutes before the start of your tour to pick you up. We will notify you if there are any changes.
  • Cruise Ship guests: Your guide will welcome you with your first name or last name on a sign in front of the cruise ship exit/enter gate where your ship is docked. As you walk away from your ship, you will be approaching a security checkpoint gate. When you exit the gate, walk straight forward, and look straight ahead. Your guide will be there 15 minutes before the start of your tour to collect you.
  • Very IMPORTANT: If you don't see your guide with your name, please stay at the gate of your ship and do not walk away and look for your guide, let your guide look for you.
  • We GUARANTEE to have you BACK TO THE SHIP 1 hour before the ship departure time.
  • This is a small group guided tour of up to 7 people per vehicle. You will be in a shared van, car, or pick-up depending on the number of guests. 
  • Our prices include a 6% government tax.
  • Our goal is for you to leave the Island happier than when you arrived.

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

Cruise Ship Passengers: Your guide will welcome you with your first name or last name on a sign in front of the cruise ship exit/enter gate where your ship

End Point

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Pickup Information

Pickup Option: Pickup available or meet at start point

Pickup Time: 15 minutes before departure

Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Cruise Ship Passengers: Your guide will welcome you... 1 minute

Cruise Ship Passengers: Your guide will welcome you with your first name or last name on a sign in front of the cruise ship exit/enter gate where your ship is docked. As you walk away from your ship, you will be approaching a security checkpoint gate. When you exit the gate, walk straight forward, and look straight ahead. Your guide will be there 15 minutes before the start of your tour to collect you. Non-Cruise Passengers: For the meeting, please meet your guide at the reception, and if you are staying at an apartment, your driver will be at the address you provided on the booking.

At the start of the tour, we will tell you about the downtown area of Kralendijk

At the start of the tour, we will tell you about the downtown area of Kralendijk. Downtown Kralendijk consists of a few streets and is easily walkable. Kaya Grandi is the Main Street, where you will find most shops, restaurants, and cafes. After the tour, we can drop you off in the centre if you want to do some shopping and walk around. If you're on a cruise, the ship port is about a 5-minute walk from the downtown district, and you can easily see and walk back to your ship before departure.

Harbour Village Marina is one of two marina...

Harbour Village Marina is one of two marina facilities on the island where both local and visiting yachts can book moorings and stay on the island. It's also a haven for surrounding boats to seek shelter and calmer water during storms. We will share more about the role of the Marina on our tour. 

Trans World Radio plays a vital role in...

Trans World Radio plays a vital role in global radio and features a beautiful mural that you won't be able to miss. We'll tell you more about it on tour and give you a chance to take a photo.

Many of the island's hotels are located in a neighbourhood called Hato

Many of the island's hotels are located in a neighbourhood called Hato. We'll pass through parts of this neighbourhood and share information as we head north.

Here you will see some of the largest homes on Bonaire

Here you will see some of the largest homes on Bonaire. Your guide will share with you why people from all over the globe are moving to this area in particular, and why this area is valued so highly.

At 1000 Steps, we will make a stop... 10 minutes

At 1000 Steps, we will make a stop where you can get out, walk around and take pictures of the beautiful scenery and clear blue ocean. Whether you descend the steps to the sea or stay on top, you will still have a nice view of the area and coast.

Tolo Dive Site is one of the best...

Tolo Dive Site is one of the best dive sites on the island due to the large reef and schools of fish that inhabit this area of coral cliffs. From a distance, you will see exciting bolder patterns, and your guide will point out outlines on the cliffs that show you where the water level was thousands of years ago. 

From the 17th century until 1863, Bonaire, like... 5 minutes

From the 17th century until 1863, Bonaire, like many islands in the Caribbean, relied on slave labour to work plantations and the salt pans. Throughout the Island, you will see remnants of this time that remind you of the hard work and hands that built the Island's economy during this dark period. Here at Karpata, you will see a building where the women and the children would stay during the week while the men remained on the south side of the Island for work -a 7-hour walk that they sometimes undertook daily if unable to stay in the South.

Like all places, oil and resources play an...

Like all places, oil and resources play an essential role in daily life on Bonaire. But unlike many sites, islands do not allow for a natural supply found locally. Here at BOPEC, your tour guide will be showing you some of the island's oil tanks and the reason for their placement here on the island. 

Goto (Pronounced Go - To) Meer is a... 10 minutes

Goto (Pronounced Go - To) Meer is a beautiful protected reserve area where you will often see flamingos and native birds in their natural habitat. You also will see the sparkle of salt deposits and the dense greenery in this Northern part of the island. As this is a protected area, we will not be exiting the vehicle, but you will have the chance to take photos and spot the flamingos. In the distance, you'll see Brandaris, the tallest point on Bonaire, located in the Washington Nature Preserve Park. 

Rincon was the first official town established in the 16th century 10 minutes

Rincon was the first official town established in the 16th century. Here you will see some of the oldest buildings on the island, typical local architecture, and learn why this location was chosen many years ago to be the first official settlement when the Spanish discovered Bonaire. 

You will visit a locally made liquor and spirits of Bonaire 10 minutes

You will visit a locally made liquor and spirits of Bonaire. Please remember that the distillery is open from 10 am to 5 pm from Monday to Saturday.

After Rincon, we will embark on Bonaire's windy and breath-taking east coast

After Rincon, we will embark on Bonaire's windy and breath-taking east coast. You can feel the crashing waves and often see roaming wild donkeys. We'll also pass Bonaire's Land Sailing Adventure track, where you can see people zipping around in their sail karts.  

We will be on a top of a...

We will be on a top of a hill where you can see Bonaire from a high point in the middle of the Island.

That is the second old neighbourhood on the Island where the Indians have moved 10 minutes

That is the second old neighbourhood on the Island where the Indians have moved.

It is the largest neighbourhood in Bonaire

It is the largest neighbourhood in Bonaire.

Here your guide will tell you more about the inter Bonaire main street

Here your guide will tell you more about the inter Bonaire main street.

Here you will see our pink airport, and...

Here you will see our pink airport, and we will share about tourism and flights arriving and departing from Bonaire. 

Te Amo Beach, meaning "I Love You" Beach,...

Te Amo Beach, meaning "I Love You" Beach, is a beautiful public spot near Bonaire's airport. It has a tranquil and sandy shoreline with easy access to the water. 

That is a lovely beach where local family...

That is a lovely beach where local family and friends gather on the weekends and for celebrations. 

That is a Local Beach with very clear water

That is a Local Beach with very clear water.

It is a fast-growing neighbourhood on the Island

It is a fast-growing neighbourhood on the Island.

This large modern resort has private beach access...

This large modern resort has private beach access and a swim-up bar & restaurant for patrons. 

One of the ancient lighthouses on Bonaire with great history 10 minutes

One of the ancient lighthouses on Bonaire with great history

That is a ship wrack, a famous spot for divers 10 minutes

That is a ship wrack, a famous spot for divers.

The Salt Pier is one of the most beautiful stops on the island 10 minutes

The Salt Pier is one of the most beautiful stops on the island! On your right, you will see our two-toned blue clear ocean; on your left, you will see pink water and Bonaire's famous mountains of salt. We will be stopping here to take photos and allow you to ask questions and see the salt crystals and foam up close. At this stop, we'll be sharing information about the vital role of salt on our island and why this spot, in particular, is remarkable. 

At White Pan, you will see the Slaves Huts built in the 1850s 10 minutes

At White Pan, you will see the Slaves Huts built in the 1850s. We'll take some time here to talk about the island's history and unique corals. That will be our last stop. While driving back downtown, we encourage you to ask questions and will share more about the island.

This is the end of your tour 10 minutes

This is the end of your tour. We will drop you off at one of the following beaches: Eden Beach Resort, Te Amo Beach, Bachelor's Beach. Our guide will pick you up at the time indicated

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