Snorkeling in Bonaire: Half-day catamaran sail with stops

Sail to snorkeling sites where soft coral and anemones fill the shallows

A four-hour catamaran snorkeling trip along Bonaire's south coast aboard Catamaran Maxim, with several stops in Bonaire National Marine Park where the water is shallow enough for beginning snorkelers. The captain and crew handle the boat. You choose your stops, snorkel at each one, and return with beverages served throughout. Suitable for all fitness levels. Infants sit on an adult's lap.

Step-by-step itinerary

Half day sail and snorkel tour

• Board Catamaran Maxim
• Sail along Bonaire south coast
• Stop for snorkeling and diving
• Observe marine life and coral
• Enjoy bites and refreshments onboard
• Relax and cruise crystal clear waters

The experience

Catamaran Maxim departs and sails along Bonaire's south coast, stopping at multiple sites within Bonaire National Marine Park. Each stop is chosen for shallow water and beginner-friendly conditions: you'll see anemones, soft coral, sponges and numerous fish species. The sites work equally well whether you want to snorkel the whole time or just dip in for a few minutes between stretches on deck.

Beverages run throughout the four hours: prosecco, wines, beers, soda and juice are served as you sail and between snorkeling stops. The captain and crew manage the yacht and dinghy. Your job is to get in the water when you want to and come back up when you've seen enough. If you're celebrating something, let the operator know ahead of time and they can tailor the day to fit.

What’s included

• Use of the catamaran with professional captain and crew.
• beverages including prosecco, wines, beers, soda and juice.
• fuel for the yacht and dinghy.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 10:00 and 15:00

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GroupPrivate

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

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Compass Sailing

Is this one for you?The catamaran is led by a professional captain and crew who speak English and handle all navigation and stops, so you focus only on snorkeling when you want to and relaxing on deck between sites.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What will I see when I snorkel in Bonaire National Marine Park?

Bonaire National Marine Park's shallow snorkeling sites hold anemones, soft coral, sponges and numerous fish species. The stops are designed for beginning snorkelers and divers.

How long is the half-day snorkeling trip?

The catamaran trip runs four hours total, including sailing time and multiple stops for snorkeling in the park.

What drinks are included on the catamaran?

Prosecco, wines, beers, soda and juice are served throughout the sail. Premium wines and excessive alcohol consumption are not included in the standard package.

Is this snorkeling trip suitable if I'm a beginner?

Yes. The sites in Bonaire National Marine Park are chosen specifically for beginning snorkelers and divers, with shallow water and calm conditions.

What's included in the price?

Use of the catamaran with professional captain and crew, beverages, and fuel for the yacht and dinghy are included. The Bonaire National Marine Park entrance fee is a separate governmental tax paid through Stinapa's website.