2 Hour Mangrove Kayak and Snorkel Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

Dutch

2 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Our tours take you into the heart of Lac Bay’s mangroves, a RAMSAR-protected wetland that can only be explored by kayak with a certified guide. Unlike other tours, you’ll access exclusive snorkeling spots, learn from experts trained by STINAPA, and enjoy eco-friendly facilities that highlight both comfort and conservation.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Snorkel Gear: Masks and snorkels available to borrow, though we encourage you to bring your own.

Drinking Water: Refill your bottle at our sustainable machine, which extracts water from the air.

Lockers: Secure lockers are available to store your personal items during the tour.

Dry Bags: Provided to keep your belongings safe and dry during the tour.

Outdoor Shower: Refresh after your adventure with our convenient outdoor shower.

Nature Fee: STINAPA tag required, except cruise passengers and children under 13. Proof required.

What To Expect

Enhance your mangrove experience with our 2-hour kayak and snorkeling adventure! Building on the highlights of the 1-hour tour, this extended journey takes you deeper into the mangrove ecosystem, allowing you to explore a larger area and uncover its magical underwater world. Guided by a certified expert, you’ll paddle to an exclusive snorkeling spot accessible only by kayak. Spend approximately 25 minutes marveling at vibrant marine life and the intricate ecosystems hidden beneath the surface. On your return, keep an eye out for sea turtles gliding gracefully through the clear waters, a perfect ending to an unforgettable experience. Discover the hidden treasures of Bonaire’s mangroves on this one of a kind eco-tour.

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2 Hour Mangrove Kayak and Snorkel Tour

Reviews

4.91

35 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Good basic tour
MNRN1,
Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00
I booked this tour in hopes of seeing some young marine life within the mangroves. It was a beautiful tour through the mangrove channels. Our guide, Tim, spoke excellent English (in addition to his native Dutch) and was able to accommodate anyone in the group. I wish more stress was placed on eco respect and quiet, so as to enjoy the nature. We had a group of women who talked non-stop, so any birds or such were scared away by their noise. The “snorkeling” portion of the tour was weak: brackish water and very turbid from all the people stirring up the sediment made for zero visibility. All-in-all, a peaceful tour. But don’t really expect to see much of the marine life.
Educational and Fun Experience to see natural Bonaire
M9291PSmarkr,
Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Easy drive from town center with a short section of dirt road is easily possible by car, no truck needed. A well presented educational talk for a few minutes to understand the mangroves ecosystem prior to the paddle and an expert guide throughout the trip. No experience is needed. It is not buggy or filled with creepy crawling things like other geography mangrove areas. It is not a swamp, beautiful view and many birds to watch. We saw turtles and fish. They provide everything, snorkel gear as part of the tour, kayaks, paddles, everything needed. The center has restroom and outdoor fresh water shower for after the trip. The 2 hour trip is best, wear bathing suit, sunscreen, hat, and sun shirt, aqua socks or booties or flip flops to make getting into the kayak very easy. Bring drink and snack so can stay in area just down the road, park entrance gate, after the tour to see the many donkeys in the area.
An Unexpected Delight
Michelle F,
Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Such a fun experience - Trevor was an amazing guide - funny, and very intelligent about all the nature we were seeing. We will absolutely do this again on a future trip to Bonaire!
Must do while in Bonaire
Sam H,
Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Mangrove Center Bonaire – A Must-Do Experience! Our tour with Thomas was absolutely outstanding. This wasn’t just “something to do” while on the island—it was a truly fun and engaging learning experience. Thomas shared fascinating insights about the mangroves in Bonaire, and I walked away with a much deeper appreciation for their importance to the ecosystem. The two-hour tour was well worth it, striking the perfect balance between education and enjoyment. Thomas made the experience interactive and memorable, and his passion for the mangroves really shone through. Tips for future visitors: • Bring bug spray • Wear water shoes • Carry some water Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Bonaire—it’s an unforgettable way to connect with nature and learn something meaningful along the way
Bonaire
Sherry F,
Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
We had a great time!! Guide was great with our large group including 5 kids. Would recommend this adventure
Totally worth it
Y9639VSsusans,
Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We booked a kayak and snorkel tour, with Thomas as our guide, and it was an unforgettable experience. His passion for nature and environmental preservation was inspiring and showed how much he truly loves what he does. Thomas turned the tour into a living classroom, teaching us about the fragile beauty of the mangrove ecosystem. We paddled through peaceful mangrove tunnels, out into Lac Bay, and enjoyed plenty of time snorkeling in the water. It was beautiful, educational, and a wonderfully unique way to experience the island. We highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting.
Beautiful kayak and snorkel tour
ardiek2019,
Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What a beautiful nature reserve. Very nice kayak and snorkel tour done with a nice guide. Really recommended to do this. We really enjoyed it with the four of us.
Excellent tour
N8115DVallann,
Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was really an exsiting kayaking and snorkling tour through part of the Bonaire mangrove. Eric guided us with entusiasem and showed that he really cares about the whole ecosystem. Thank you.
Amazing Bonaire Mangrove Tour with Tijmen
A795BYmarcr,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a fantastic experience visiting the mangroves on Bonaire, thanks to our excellent guide, Tijmen. His enthusiasm, knowledge, and passion for nature made the tour both fun and informative. The mangroves were beautiful, and Tijmen’s explanations really brought the ecosystem to life. Highly recommended!
Mangroves at night: Bonaire's hidden gem!
853jelleb,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What an unexpected highlight of the holiday this was! Initially took the night tour, which was a really unique adventure. You don't often get the chance to be immersed in such an impressive environment at night time, guided by only flashlights and the light from the moon. While paddling through the (sometimes really narrow!) tunnels of the mangroves, our knowledgeable (and funny!) tour guide Tijmen shared many fascinating stories about the area and it's fauna. It's quite a thrill to paddle in the near dark in what sometimes appears to be a labyrinth, but Tijmen's relaxed and empathic approach made the group feel comfortable throughout the tour. We were so impressed by the whole adventure that we returned two days later to see what life inside the mangroves was like at (early) daytime. This turned out to be an entirely different experience, with an abundance of colors and the chance to view underwaterlife in the mangroves from up close while snorkeling. It's amazing. Next to loads of (flying!) fish, we spotted multiple turtles in the lagoons as well. What majestic creatures they are! If I were to advise one experience next to snorkeling or diving, it would be to get in a kayak with the wonderful people of the Mangrove Center.