fifthending Posted December 19, 2017 #1 Share Posted December 19, 2017 Hello, I am headed to Bonaire in a few days with RCL and was wondering what those of you who have been did on the island. From what I've read online there doesn't seem to be a whole lot there...I know diving is very popular but none of us have a certificate. We were looking into kayaking in the mangroves (seems like fun but also hot and sticky, includes a snorkeling bit but reviews said it wasn't great), learning to windsurf at lac bay, or heading go klein bonaire and going snorkeling. Any suggestions would be welcome! Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted December 19, 2017 #2 Share Posted December 19, 2017 http://www.woodwindbonaire.com Best snorkeling excursion we've ever done. Also check out the port of call forum here: https://boards.cruisecritic.com/forumdisplay.php?f=69 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fifthending Posted December 19, 2017 Author #3 Share Posted December 19, 2017 http://www.woodwindbonaire.com Best snorkeling excursion we've ever done. Also check out the port of call forum here: https://boards.cruisecritic.com/forumdisplay.php?f=69 I wanted to do this so badly but it's all booked for the day we're going :( Thanks for the link! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted December 19, 2017 #4 Share Posted December 19, 2017 I wanted to do this so badly but it's all booked for the day we're going :( Thanks for the link! You're very welcome. Keep checking, maybe they will have a cancellation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare cheersforbeers Posted December 19, 2017 #5 Share Posted December 19, 2017 They offer a Discover Scuba class in Bonaire. It’s a great intro into Scuba diving, you may learn you like it and would want to pursue an open water certificate Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aquahound Posted December 19, 2017 #6 Share Posted December 19, 2017 Last time I was there, we rented a car. We drove through the donkey sanctuary, up to the north part of the island to see the flamingos, went around the south end past the salt flats and lighthouse, and then spent the rest of our time hanging out at Lac Bay. It was an awesome day. Lac Bay is beautiful. You can walk out about 100 yards in waist deep water. There's a great little beach bar and restaurant there. In fact, I wish we had more time to spend there. It was post card perfect. There's a Hertz at the Divi Flamingo resort, right next to the cruise ship pier. Just a suggestion. Enjoy whatever you choose. Bonaire is my favorite Caribbean island. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare mom says Posted December 19, 2017 #7 Share Posted December 19, 2017 Bonaire is all about the activities in the marine sanctuary. But if you want to snorkel, Klein bonaire is where you want to go, from what we've heard. We did a ship excursion, something we rarely do, which took small groups through the mangroves on small zodiacs. We say a couple of kayak groups while we were there. Surprisingly not that hot and sticky. Probably because of the breeze. It was one of the highlights of the cruise for us. Even saw a few turtles in Lac Bay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liz54 Posted December 19, 2017 #8 Share Posted December 19, 2017 Have done this one twice. Would go again. Perfect for beginners or folks who are not very confident. http://www.reneesnorkeltrips.com/ Renee & husband used to own Woodwind. She cannot manage it on her own so now does shore snorkels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Hlitner Posted December 19, 2017 #9 Share Posted December 19, 2017 We have long sang the praises of going out with Dee on the Woodwind for a few hours of snorkeling. But folks need to understand that her trimaran boat can only handle a limited number of folks and she often will book-up many months in advance. Another really fun option is to rent a golf cart (gasoline powered and street approved) to drive around part of the island. You do need a valid drivers license to get a golf cart. For those who have not made solid plans, there will be a group of tour vendors just outside the port (they set up small tents between the two cruise ship piers). If you do want to book something (locally) try to be among the early folks off the ship since this gives you more time (and options) and tours can book-up. Hank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCC retired Posted December 19, 2017 #10 Share Posted December 19, 2017 Bonairecruisers.com Rent a golf cart for the day . $100 all day for a 2 person cart . Lots of good reviews on TA . Must reserve , no deposit to reserve. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Itchy&Scratchy Posted December 19, 2017 #11 Share Posted December 19, 2017 we went to Lac Bay to the beach, and it was heavenly. Waist deep water for way more than a hundred yards. Perfect for chilling, floating, little kids. We spent about 5 hours in the water. No beach to really speak of, though. Snorkeling is great off Klein Bonaire. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mnocket Posted December 20, 2017 #12 Share Posted December 20, 2017 We loved the Twizy Tour. Check it out... http://roadrunner-bonaire.com/index.php/twizy-tours.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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