Royal Caribbean catamaran scenic sail and swim in Bonaire marine park excursion

[SchoolNurseMom]

Has anyone done this excursion who can tell us why it’s rated as “strenuous”?
Would it be better to do the spice beach excursion and just snorkel on our own off the beach? We’re 50 something couple not in the best shape, but have done snorkel excursions in St Criox and  St Martin and enjoyed both and did fine. 

[seagypsea]

On 7/1/2022 at 7:09 PM, SchoolNurseMom said:

Has anyone done this excursion who can tell us why it’s rated as “strenuous”?
Would it be better to do the spice beach excursion and just snorkel on our own off the beach? We’re 50 something couple not in the best shape, but have done snorkel excursions in St Criox and  St Martin and enjoyed both and did fine. 

Depending on the current, snorkeling can be challenging.  I would look on Trip Advisor for reviews on Bonaire excursions and find something that sounds good.  Bonaire is mostly a National Marine Park and very rocky.  They really don't have "beaches" like the Caribbean islands you mentioned.  But the water is beautifully clear and the snorkeling is great.  I read the description on this excursion and I wouldn't be happy with the "unguided" snorkel.  Sounds like they are covering themselves and not worrying about you.

[SchoolNurseMom]

Seagypsea~ Thanks! We ended up choosing a resort beach day. 

We're getting so excited! 45 days to go!