Top Bonaire Historical Tours

This is not a large group tour but a small group tour with no more than 20 people per vehicle and you will have a lot of time with your guide to ask questions. This is a 3 hours tour with 6 stops. Each stops for about 10 minutes for you to take pictures and videos. WHY CHOOSE US? When you buy from your shipping agency(or onboard your ship) you will be put with a minimum of 30 people in one bus and the stops are not going to be about 10 minutes stops but way less. This is why you should book with us and that is why we are way different from all the other big tour companies who are working directly with the ship. We are also very flexible and we customize our tours to what you want to do as well. With the big groups, you can not or are not allowed to make your own request.

What makes our tour unique is the perfect combination of breathtaking scenery, local knowledge, friendly service, and flexibility. Our local guides take you through Bonaire’s beautiful south, visiting some of the island’s most iconic landmarks while sharing fascinating stories about its history, culture, and natural beauty. Discover the famous salt flats, Pink Lake, the historic Slave Huts, flamingos, and the beautiful scenery of Sorobon. After the guided tour, you can choose to enjoy additional time at Te Amo Beach, where you can relax, swim, or snorkel in Bonaire’s crystal-clear Caribbean waters. Our team will coordinate your return according to the day’s operation. For your comfort, complimentary cold bottled water and free onboard Wi-Fi are included. Snorkeling equipment is also available for rent. With BON SIMAN, you don’t just see Bonaire—you experience it with a friendly local team. Our mission is simple: to give you The Best Day in Bonaire!

We are a locally owned and operated tour company with 20+ years of experience. Discover Bonaire on a 3-hour fully private northern and southern island tour from Kralendijk, with onboard commentary on local culture, history, flora, fauna, and island life. See Bonaire’s famous pink flamingos, local donkeys in their natural habitat, and the impressive salt pyramids and salt pans in the south. Visit Bonaire’s oldest village, the Slave Huts, downtown Kralendijk, the Catholic Church, and Goto Lake. Relax in a clean, air-conditioned vehicle while a friendly, experienced local guide shows you the island at a comfortable pace. Ideal for cruise ship guests, this fully private tour departs close to the port and is carefully timed to fit your schedule, ensuring a relaxed experience and a timely return to your ship. Hotel guests are picked up directly from their accommodation for a smooth, stress-free start to the tour.

Discover the best of Bonaire during this 3-hour sightseeing bus tour. Begin in the capital city of Kralendijk and discover the key landmarks of the island including the salt mines of Cargill, the old slave houses, and many beaches. Learn about the history of this small Dutch island from your tour guide.

What makes our tour unique is the perfect combination of breathtaking scenery, local knowledge, and flexibility. Our friendly local guides take you to Bonaire's most iconic southern landmarks while sharing the island's history, culture, and natural beauty. Unlike many other tours, you also have the option to stay at beautiful Te Amo Beach after the guided tour, where you can relax, swim, or snorkel before we pick you up and return you safely to the cruise port. To make your experience even better, we provide complimentary cold bottled water and free onboard Wi-Fi throughout the tour. Snorkeling equipment is also available for rent for guests who want to explore Bonaire's crystal-clear waters. Our mission is simple: to give you The Best Day in Bonaire!

Our driver/guide know the island's ins and outs and is proud to show you around the entire island in this 4 hour island tour. A must for every visitor. This tour is exclusivly for you and your travel companion(s).

Book this thorough tour of Bonaire to get a great picture of the area in just around three hours. You’ll keep costs down by booking this group tour, but still have plenty of interesting stops along the way. You’ll learn about the salt industry, visit the slave huts at White Pan, check out the 1000 Steps dive site, explore Rincon’s cultural museum, and much more.

Bonaire is one of the best places in the world for diving and snorkeling, but this amazing island has much more to offer with its wonderful climate and incredible nature. In this private tour, you will visit nearly thirty points of interest, including all the major landmarks on the island. As this is a private tour, you can change the scheduled program as you see fit.

Explore the beautiful reefs of Bonaire on a snorkeling adventure from Kralendijk. Sail across the crystal clear waters and snorkel in two different spots to observe the local marine life. Bonaire National Marine Park is home to over 340 species of tropical fish and a number of different seagrasses and mangroves. Enjoy unlimited soft drinks, juice, and snacks in between your snorkel sites.

Get an overview of everything Bonaire has to offer in just a few hours on a private group tour for up to 10 participants. The open bus lets you take unobstructed photos as you pass pink salt flats, flamingos, and more. Enjoy included snorkel gear and mineral water, plus the chance to swim or snorkel at Sorobon Beach.

Looking for something to do in Rincon Bonaire? Not too long and not too strenuous? Then this fun car or scooter scavenger hunt is the ideal activity. 'Explore the Valley of Rincon' is a scavenger hunt through the valley of Rincon. You receive questions and assignments about Rincon on your phone. You earn points if you answer a question correctly. While playing you learn a lot about Rincon. There are 12 places you must try to find in the valley. But there's no directions, because it's a scavenger hunt after all. You can spend as long as you like on the quest. So feel free to take a drink on a terrace in Rincon, for example at the 'Cadushy Distillery' or 'Mangazina Di Rei'. This scavenger hunt in Rincon Bonaire is an ideal 'thing-to-do' for a morning or afternoon. You can book this activity every day.

Why choose this rental? Full-day use — go wherever your heart desires! No fixed routes or schedules — you are in control Return the vehicle at your convenience — just one hour before your ship leaves This is a perfect way to see Bonaire your way Don’t miss this opportunity to turn your short visit into an unforgettable adventure. Book your private rental now and explore Bonaire like never before!

Experience the island's main attractions, culture, and history on this tour. With a flexible itinerary, travelers can ask for any stops of interest. Suggested stops include exploring the city center, 1000 Steps with its natural coral beach and Gotomeer (home of the flamingos). Learn more if you choose to visit Rincon, the first settlement on the Island, and the Slave Huts at White Pan. At the Salt Pier, you'll learn about the production of salt on the island (with samples!).

Mangroves are one of Bonaire’s most important ecosystems. Discover them with an experienced nature guide on this clear-bottom kayak tour of Lac Bay’s mangroves, with snorkeling gear so you can see even more. Learn about four different species of mangroves and the complex relationship between plants, animals and fish as you paddle. Price excludes marine park fees: these are free for cruise ship passengers and available to purchase for non-cruisers.

Although Bonaire is a small island, it can be difficult to see everything in the limited time allowed by most cruise ship schedules and many tourists are concerned about getting back to their ship or hotel on time. This island tour guarantees a timely arrival back at your cruise ship or hotel. Your guide will show you all the major sights and highlights of the island, while providing a personal, interactive experience.

This small group tour is a great way to see Bonaire for a reasonable cost. Your guide shows you all the major sites and highlights of the island, while providing insight into the history, culture, economy and food of Bonaire. With a maximum of seven guests per vehicle, you are able to interact with your guide and ask questions throughout the tour.

Most tours are organized for groups. In our case, we offer you an individual tour, just for you and your travel companion(s). It might be more expensive than the per-person rate for a group tour, but you get all the attention of our guide or driver. Our guide/driver is a real local with very often years of experience as a taxi driver and guide. She or he knows every corner of the island, and you will be surprised by their knowledge of our history and culture. Feel free to ask your driver to make longer or shorter stops en route; there is much to see and a lot to tell.

Enjoy an afternoon of fun in the sun and sea, topped off with a barbecue of grilled seafood. Sail on a comfortable catamaran around the sparkling coastline of Bonaire and Klein Bonaire islands, stopping at the Bonaire Marine Park to snorkel with a guide. Sail to another pretty spot for more water play while your crew prepares your tasty feast on board. Return to port as the sun is setting on a glorious day.

This tour is the first of its kind on Bonaire. Guides are experienced certified Bonaire tour guides. ** All photos shown of glass were found at these sites. The Kralendijk beaches we will visit : 1. A former area of Salt Company employee homes and now a place for local fisherman. This area is where we find historic pieces of glass dating from the 1700 and 1800's. Pirate glass and pottery is common here. Marbles have been found here as well. 2. In the 1950's this was the area used for local household and commercial waste. Typical finds here are; home decor pieces, textured window glass, pirate glass along with old bottle pieces. ***Please note - shells, corals and other organic items are protected as part of the marine park. ** Please note we only take guests to safe and accessible shorelines. We do not put your safety at risk by climbing cliffs or long swims. **Snorkel equipment is provided for the search. Please advise after booking if you wish to snorkel during your tour.

Visit one of the Caribbean's best preserved mangrove forests at Lac Bay. This lush slice of narrow channels serves as home to nature's including native fish, rays, and seahorses. Your guide answers your questions while providing insight into the area's history. Comfortable transport with air-conditioning, working seatbelts and complimentary Soda and water provided throughout the drive to keep you hydrated.

Don’t worry, “walking tour” doesn’t mean you’ll trek or hoof it from place to place. It’s only that you’ll spend part of the morning and/or afternoon with your feet on the ground getting up close to our local history. This usually takes about two hours at a leisurely pace. On our all walking tours, an expert local guide will describe the walk and we can take our time and blend in to the”Dushi” city around us. Traveling Solo? Walk this way! Nearly a third of our guests are solo travelers who want the thrill of exploration minus the what-ifs of going it all alone. You’ll enjoy the camaraderie of your fulltime guide and like-minded travelers, and to make your solo sojourn practical, we offer the lowest single supplements you’re likely to find. Are you feeling more adventurous and you have your own transportation. We can custom tailor a special nature or private tour for you.

Spend your day in Bonaire exploring Washington Slagbaai National Park on a guided tour. You’ll go off the beaten track in a 4x4 to deserted beaches and blowholes located within the national park, a former plantation turned into an ecological reserve. You’ll have the opportunity to see wildlife, go snorkeling and take a hike for scenic views of the Caribbean. Snacks, lunch and round-trip hotel transport are provided.

Explore Bonaire’s salt history with a visit to the impressive salt works, where dazzling white salt mountains rise against pink salt ponds. Continue to the historic White Slave Huts, humble shelters that tell the story of the island’s slavery past. This tour combines breathtaking scenery with an important piece of Bonaire’s heritage.