Bonaire Catamaran: Snorkel & Grilled Dinner Klein Bonaire

Sunset Catamaran in Bonaire with Reef Snorkeling & Onboard Grill

You board a catamaran in Bonaire and snorkel two sites in the Marine Park with a professional guide who knows the reef. Between dives you float in calm water while the crew grills fresh tuna, steak and burgers on deck. Drinks, snorkel gear and all food are included. You return to harbor as the sun sets.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sail, snorkel, relax, and dine

• Sail along Bonaire coastline
• Snorkel in Bonaire Marine Park
• Relax and swim at sheltered spot
• Enjoy fresh grilled dinner onboard
• Sail back at sunset

The experience

"The reef here, it doesn't get tired of showing off," our guide said as we dropped anchor near the first snorkel site. That stuck with me, because it was true. The water around Bonaire's Marine Park is so clear and crowded with life that you stop noticing the boat pretty fast. We suited up with the provided snorkel gear and went down into what felt like an aquarium someone had left open. Parrotfish, angelfish, the whole reef ecosystem doing its thing while we floated above it. The guide stayed close, pointing out details: the way certain corals only open at certain times, which fish were territorial, where to look for the smaller stuff.

After the first snorkel, we sailed to a sheltered spot where the water was so calm it looked fake. Some people stayed in the water, some stretched out on deck. The crew was already firing up the grill, and when they said the food would be good, they weren't exaggerating. Fresh tuna sashimi with wasabi mayo, sirloin steak, pork brochettes, and these homemade burgers that tasted like someone actually cared about the recipe. Cold beer, wine, prosecco, whatever you wanted. The sun was doing its job too, turning everything golden and then orange, and we were just floating there eating better than we had any right to expect on a boat.

The second snorkel happened in the afternoon, same setup but different reef, different fish. By then you're not thinking about time or what you left on shore. You're just underwater watching the place work. The sail back to the harbor happened as the light changed, which is the part people remember. Not because it was dramatic, but because it was exactly what you came for and it actually delivered. The whole day runs from morning until evening, and the catamaran tour in Bonaire includes the guide, the equipment, the food, and the drinks. Nothing you have to arrange separately or hunt for on your own.

What’s included

Your day includes guided snorkeling at two Marine Park sites with professional instruction, all snorkel equipment, a full grilled dinner prepared onboard with fresh tuna, steak, pork brochettes and homemade burgers, beer, wine, prosecco and soft drinks, plus bottled water throughout. The catamaran departs in the morning and returns to harbor in the evening.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to SaturdayDepartures at 14:00 and 14:30

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (16 and older) · Youth (13 to 15 years) · Under 13: can't be booked

GroupUp to 20

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by Epic Tours Bonaire

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to snorkel Bonaire's reef without renting a boat or hunting for lunch. The catamaran handles the navigation, the guide handles the reef knowledge, and the crew handles the food, so you just show up and get in the water.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 15 years). Children under 13 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. No refund if you cancel.

How long is the catamaran tour?

The full day runs from morning until evening, with two guided snorkel stops and time to relax and eat between them.

What's included in the price?

Guided snorkeling at two sites, snorkel equipment, beer, wine, prosecco, soft drinks, bottled water, and a full grilled dinner prepared onboard.

Do I need snorkel experience?

No. The guide leads you into the water and stays with the group. The tour is suitable for all fitness levels.

What will we eat?

Fresh tuna sashimi with wasabi mayo, sirloin steak, pork brochettes, and homemade burgers, all grilled onboard.

Will we visit Klein Bonaire?

The catamaran sails along the coast of both Bonaire and Klein Bonaire, with snorkel stops in the Bonaire Marine Park.

What if I have food allergies?

Inform the operator about any dietary wishes or allergies when you book, and they will accommodate your needs.

Is this suitable for non-swimmers?

The tour involves snorkeling and time in the water. If you have poor cardiovascular health, it's not recommended. Otherwise it suits all fitness levels.