Lady Bellaïs Snorkel Tour: Family-Owned Schooner Trip with Local Lunch on Bonaire

Experience the beauty of Bonaire’s coastline and underwater world on a family-owned schooner tour with Lady Bellaïs. Snorkel, sightsee, and enjoy drinks from the onboard bar!

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Richard’s Retreat - You’ll be sailing on a spacious traditional build wooden schooner!

On cruise ship days our trip is going to take you to a beautiful snorkeling spot on the north side of the island.
While sailing to the mooring spot you can enjoy the breathtaking views that Bonaire has to offer from one of our two decks and we will be serving you refreshing drinks from our open bar.
Once we moored we will give you instructions and provide you the snorkel gear.
For the ones that need it there are floating devices.
You’ll get the chance to snorkel/swim above an amazing coral reef with your favorite sea creatures, think about Angelfish, Parrotfish, Rays, Trumpetfish, Blue Tangs, Trunkfish, Damselfish and a big chance to see Turtles or even Dolphins passing by.
For the ones that are not going to snorkel/swim, we have a real bar on board where we will serve you soft drinks, mixed drinks, juices and some beer-and wines.
After all the water fun we will serve you delicious local meal prepared by the captain and his wife. After that there is time for some more fun. Enjoy on your way back to the cruise ship some of the greatest hits that will make you dance from bow to stern.

Creating lifetime memories!

What's Included
  • Carbonated beverages
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • Snorkel vest
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Alcoholic Beverages
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Lady Bellaïs represents a unique and exquisite ship found nowhere else in Bonaire. The vessel’s grandeur and space make it unparalleled amongst its competitors on the island. It can accommodate up to 114 people, but to prevent overcrowding, the trips are usually limited to 60-70 people. The business is family-owned and takes immense pride in their work.

The ship’s crew, composed of local natives, collectively bring more than 40 years of maritime experience. At least two guides are always present in the water to provide assistance and support, particularly benefiting beginning snorkelers or those who may feel uncertain.

The journey also presents a fantastic opportunity for those who don’t wish to snorkel as the sightseeing is exceptional, coupled with captivating stories from the crew. You’ll not only experience underwater exploration but will also witness a section of the astonishing Bonaire coastline.

The vessel boasts a genuine bar onboard, serving a variety of beverages that can be enjoyed anywhere on the ship, from the top deck, below deck, or even on the netting towards the boat’s bow. For your convenience, two separate restrooms are available on board.

Location
5 Kaya C.E.B. Hellmund
Kaya C.E.B. Hellmund
Please meet us 30 minutes before starting time. Walk of your ship onto the pier, which leads you to the boulevard. Take a left and keep walking until you see a row of colored canopies. We are located in the last canopy together with Bonaire Cruisers Golf Cart Rental
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Jeremy_r
Aug 2, 2024
Great Diving Excursion - Great excursion with a newish, locally-owned, family-run company. Easy pickup and drop off at the cruise terminal, beautiful boat, great food and drink and a really fun crew. Definitely would recommend this excursion with this company.
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Deandra_h
Aug 2, 2024
I don't usually get in tbe easter but I felt safe and comfortable - The people who ran it were very accommodating. Lunch was great. Loved watching the people go off the rope swing
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Dan_d
Jul 4, 2024
Great snorkeling experience - Our cruise itinerary changed due to hurricane Beryle and they were able to reschedule us to accommodate saving us the worry on vacation. Family run business, enjoyable boat ride and amazing snorkeling. Lunch was well prepared and tasty. Rope swing was a blast and made this excursion a rememberable one for my family. Highly recommend.
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Alan_k
Jul 4, 2024
Great day in Bonaire - We had such a great time. Traveled to Bonaire via Celebrity Beyond, the ship had to change itinerary so we got here a few days later and the tour company knew about the change before us and had everything changed without any issues. The staff was so friendly and a great joy to spend our time with. Swimming was good, drinks before and after were great. Definitely would recommend for cruise travelers and all others.
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Travelinks2001
Jun 28, 2024
Great experience in Bonaire - Amazing and relaxing trip. Plenty of time in the water to see the beautiful coral and marine life of Bonaire. Crew was great and the food was FANTASTIC and my 15 year old loved the rope swing. My wife son and I had a great time. Would definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to visit Bonaire.
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Sharon_b
Jun 19, 2024
Perfect fun in the sun!! - This was the best snorkel experience!! The crew was professional, friendly, informative and fun!! They offered excellent customer service, tasty food & drinks, clean bathrooms, grovvy music, plenty of seating, multiple decks, clean snorkel gear and a rope swing on boat to jump into ocean! Prices are very reasonable and will always use them when returning to Bonaire!
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D1006ibbriannaw
Jun 13, 2024
Fun for the whole family! - Beautiful views, delicious lunch and absolutely WONDERFUL hospitality from the crew. We were looking for an excursion that would be fun for us adults but also inclusive for our 4 y.o. son - it worked out perfectly for everyone! He wanted to try snorkeling and they were all so patient and helpful with him throughout the entire trip. They have a small water table which helped keep him entertained and even have a bathroom onboard. Highly recommend and would definitely do again!
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Jdla30
Jun 11, 2024
A perfect excursion! - It was a wonderful excursion. Not overcrowded. Good music, the crew were so nice, boat was clean, lunch & drinks were wonderful. Snorkeling was great & not rushed.
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Elizabeth_a
Jun 5, 2024
Lovely snorkel trip with amazing crew! - The boat is very spacious and shaded. The crew was very hospitable and loads of fun. We toured the coast line with historical comments and then stopped to snorkel. It was beautiful spot with a variety of fish and coral to look at. We also had a rope swing that too could swing into the water. Sooo fun. The lunch was homemade beans and rice and chicken stew. It was delicious. We also danced and had an open bar, sodas, water, etc. We would definitely book again!
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Discover59742709543
Jun 5, 2024
Great Experience! - This was a great excursion! Had so much fun and lunch was excellent. The crew was awesome. The snorkeling was fantastic!
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