Half Day Boat Rental on Bonaire
Overview
4 hours
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Be the captain of your own boat and you sail with your friends or family on a relaxed trip to Klein Bonaire, 1000 steps or one of the other 39 snorkeling spots and enjoy the amazing underwater world of Bonaire! Our boats are brand new and they meet all safety standards and have a top speed of 38 km/h.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
You will experience the best moments during a trip to Bonaire on the water. Palm Boats offers boat rental service with every comfort. Enjoy all the beauty that Bonaire has to offer, on and under the beautiful blue water. Moor at Klein Bonaire, 1000 steps or one of the other 39 snorkeling spots and enjoy the amazing underwater world of Bonaire! The boats are perfect for families or friends up to 6 people. They meet all safety standards and have a top speed of 38 km/h. The boats from Palm Boats boats are located in the Harbour Village Marina, near the center of Kralendijk. The harbor has a large car park.
What‘s Included
Coolbox
Ice
Fuel
Options
Half day (select 1 passenger)
Duration: 4 hours
boat
Reviews
80 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent half day on wate.r
FunFamily619,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing! This was such a treat, 4-5 people per boat. Our group had a blast. A little rough on windy day, try to pick a more calm day. We saw turtles and it was low stress. Wear a swim suit, bring lunch, lots of opportunities to picnic and relax.
Fantastic experience and lovely strong boat
pgrijkers,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Booking was easy and explanation of the boat was top! Friendly owners too;) Advice take the instruction film well because this also saves a lot of time and can sail you nice and longer. The boat is fantastic, smooth and easy steering, at sea wonderful strong engine a sensation in itself. Also wonderful snorkeling several times , trip to small Bonaire is made in no time. It is highly recommended if we ever come back to Bonaire we will definitely do this again. Thanks for the great service
Unforgettable Half‑Day Boat Rental — A Bonaire Highlight!
Roland E,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We rented a self‑drive 19ft Ranieri speedboat for a half‑day, and it turned out to be one of the best experiences of our entire trip. Even though our cruise ship arrived late at 2pm, the team were waiting for us, communication was excellent, and we were taken straight to the dock. After a quick but clear briefing, we were off. We started by cruising past our ship — the perfect photo opportunity — before heading over to Klein Bonaire. It was a windy day and the water was a bit choppy, so we got pretty wet, but honestly it just added to the fun. As we sped along, flying fish were leaping out of the water and gliding away from our bow wave, which the kids absolutely loved. From there we made our way to 1000 Steps, where the snorkelling was incredible. Crystal‑clear water, loads of marine life, and the freedom to explore at our own pace made it unforgettable. The boat itself was immaculate and handled beautifully. The whole experience felt safe, smooth, and extremely well organised. We were so glad we chose this activity — the kids thoroughly enjoyed it, and it was a fantastic way to see Bonaire from the water. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a fun, flexible, and memorable adventure
Great day
Louise C,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful way to see the island from the water! Easy, great staff to explain everything. Just stay out of the shallows!
Enjoy with your 'own' boat.
Marloes S,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lovely rented a boat. Good service and explanation. Especially the pre-sent video is very useful to watch. Delivered neatly and especially enjoy a full or half day with a 'private' boat. A tip: if you want to sail to small Bonaire, go during the week and not at the weekend.
Top sailing day
C6711XVwesleyv,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00All no experience with sailing, however because everything was well explained and an instruction video was sent in advance we could still have a wonderful day sailing. We enjoyed it immensely and the boat was spacious and in tremendously good condition.
Great day on the water....
Mark W,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great day on the water. Great snorkeling from boat. Easy check in and check out. Cooler with ice provided. Colin very helpful
Enjoy freedom and speed on the water
clairejE1760RR,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great afternoon on the water with the boat. Boat was fine for laps on the tire and racing on the open water. Oh, we laughed so much. Too bad that petrol costs were relatively high afterwards but that did not spoil our fun. Highly recommended! Thanx Kris!
Amazing time for the whole family and friends.
Joshua A,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was an amazing morning trip. We were three adults, two teenage boys, and a 6 year old child and everyone had a blast. The boat went fast and it was especially awesome renting the tube at the dock. The 4 hours flew by so it may be a good idea to rent for the whole day if you have the time. We were able to tie off on a buoy and swim some and even saw fish by the coral. The staff was very friendly. Neither of us had ever taken a boat so I was a bit nervous but with their instructions on the dock, and being sure to watch the safety video, we were able to have fun without any troubles.
Excellent service in changing circumstances
Trail568610,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent service, handling and flexibility after the Coast Guard decided to bring in/leave boats due to wave action. Nice boat, clean, power and cooler with ice. Enthusiastic club, highly recommended!
From US$250.00
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