Snorkeling: In addition to being the #1 rated dive destination in the Caribbean, Bonaire is also the #1 rated snorkeling destination!  It is a wonderful activity for the whole family to enjoy, and Bonaire one of the best places to snorkel on your Caribbean island vacation. Guests can sign up for one of the interesting Bonaire Guided Snorkeling Excursions lead by Bonaire Dive & Adventure Naturalist Jerry Ligon.

A number of Bonaire Marine Park sites have been chosen as part of this program, representing a cross section of Bonaire's reef life. Most of the best snorkeling sites are accessed from shore (being shore dives as well), while some involve short boat trips. Whichever suits you, they all begin with an informative presentation, providing an overview and introduction to that particular snorkel site. After the orientation, Jerry will lead the group on a guided snorkel, pointing out all sorts of marine life and behaviors.

If you can swim, you can put on a mask and start enjoying the wonderful sea creatures and coral formations right in front of your own Caribbean vacation rental. Night snorkeling is another experience that should not be missed. Everything changes at night. All that is needed is a flashlight and some protection for exposed arms and legs and off you go!

Discover Bonaire, located 1 mile North at Bonaire Dive & Adventure, offers visitors to Bonaire the opportunity and means to explore the island's multifaceted natural treasures, both above and below water. Trained naturalists are available to take you on guided tours of the island's numerous ecosystems, utilizing kayaks, mountain bikes, dive boats, air-conditioned vans, and even on foot. Or if you prefer to self explore, there are sea kayaks, sit-on-top kayaks, and mountain bikes available for rent.

To sample a variety of activities, try the Island Explorer Package. This is a five-day program that is ideal for families, couples, or individuals who wish to participate in the diverse activities and learning experiences that are available on Bonaire.

Nature & Birding Tours: Resident expert and naturalist Jerry Ligon is ready to lead you on a very special nature or birding tour. Bonaire's unique location off the Venezuelan coast attracts migratory birds in transit between North and South America. Bird watchers can also observe various species only found in this part of the Caribbean, such as the yellow-shouldered parrot. Bonaire officially has over 200 species of birds that have been sighted here. Nature tours add an introduction to the flora of the island combined with some history and local lore.

Kayaking: With a naturalist as your guide, explore the inlets and secret passageways of Lac Bay's mangrove forest in a sturdy sit on top kayak. Mangroves are, a vital habitat for many species of birds, fish and other marine life such as "upside down" jelly fish and mangrove flatworms. Or set off on your own excursion in a sit-in kayak to nearby Klein Bonaire or along Bonaire's picturesque west coast. Sunset kayak tours are also available as is instruction.

Cave Exploration: With our expert as your guide, take advantage of this unique opportunity to explore the many cave systems on Bonaire. These are ancient wonders, some with lakes and tunnels and beautiful stalagmites and stalactites. You can even snorkel in the crystal clear underground lakes.

Wind Surfing: Few places on earth are as beautiful as Bonaire's Lac Bay, where the areas turquoise water and brisk breezes provide the perfect environment for windsurfing.

Beginners learn in knee deep, calm water in the bay's protected area and the experienced sailors head on out to the more challenging waters beyond the Bays protective barrier reef , where the wind kicks up a few clicks and the thrills of the sport are realized. The even more experienced and adventurous can sail Lac Bay's outer edges where the mast high swells and strong winds guarantee sailing conditions that are world class.

Mountain Biking: Get off the beaten path and enjoy some of Bonaire's most superb vistas. Your guide will tell you about the local history, flora and fauna along the way. An optional challenging tour thru Washington-Slagbaai National Park is also available.