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Flamingo & Mangrove Trip with Local Guide

5 Reviews 4.20 out of 5 stars Based on 5 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor | Bonaire, Bonaire

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2 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Instant confirmation
Offered in: English
and 2 more
Spanish, Dutch

Overview

The mangrove forest of Lac Bay is one of the best-preserved mangrove forests in the Caribbean. For generations, this lush, green environment has served as a home and incubator to native fish, baby rays, lobster and seahorses. The bushy and beautiful trees and their deep, webbed roots protect Bonaire from extreme weather conditions. It’s rumoured that they’re strong enough to withstand the wind and water to slow a tsunami! 

While driving south to the Mangroves, your guide will inform you about the history and sites of Bonaire. You’ll also have a chance to ask questions and explore before arriving at beautiful Lac Bay.

What's Included

  • Transportation to and from your Ship or Hotel
  • Coca-Cola, Sprite, Water, or Coca-Cola Max
  • Views & Info of all the major spots in the North region of Bonaire

    Meeting and Pickup

    Pickup point
    Pickup details

    We pick you up at all the hotels of Bonaire, pick up also available from the cruise pier.

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    Meeting point

    38c Kaya Industria
    Kralendijk, Caribbean Netherlands

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    What To Expect

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    Lac Bay (pass by)

    The mangroves are a series of narrow channels covered by natural canopies made by bending the mangrove trees that house birds and fish and clean the water. For centuries fishers and tourists have been visiting, kayaking and exploring this area of rich waters. Historically, they also provided means to make household items and played an essential role in the fishing community, which you will learn about on this tour.
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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Hotel or apartment guests: For the meeting, please meet your guide at the reception, and if you are staying at an apartment; your driver will be at the address you provided on the booking. Your guide will arrive at your pick-up location 15 minutes before the start of your tour to pick you up. We will notify you if there are any changes.
    • Cruise Ship guests: Your guide will welcome you with your first name or last name on a sign in front of the cruise ship exit/enter gate where your ship is docked. As you walk away from your ship, you will be approaching a security checkpoint gate. When you exit the gate, walk straight forward, and look straight ahead. Your guide will be there 15 minutes before the start of your tour to collect you. Please Note: If your tour starts at 08:30, your guide will pick you up 15 minutes (08:15) before the start time of your tour.
    • Very IMPORTANT: If you don't see your guide with your name, please stay at the gate of your ship and do not walk away and look for your guide, let your guide look for you.

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Flamingo & Mangrove Trip with Local Guide?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AST). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-122444P13

    Reviews

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    What's Included

    Activity name

    • Transportation to and from your Ship or Hotel
    • Coca-Cola, Sprite, Water, or Coca-Cola Max
    • Views & Info of all the major spots in the North region of Bonaire
    • Transportation via small van, car or pick-up. (Dependent on number of guests)
    • Clean and Safe Vehicle with Air-Conditioning & Working Seatbelts
    • A local appreciation after the tour
    • Guided by a Kind & Knowledgeable Long-Time Bonaire Resident

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • We want you to feel at home and comfortable on our island and recommend you bring the following for this tour:
    • 1. Sun Protection: Sunscreen, Sunglasses
    • 2. Extra Water
    • 3. Dress Comfortably for warm, sunny and humid weather
    • 4. Camera (of course!)
    • Before the Tour:
    • Hotel or apartment guests: For the meeting, please meet your guide at the reception, and if you are staying at an apartment; your driver will be at the address you provided on the booking. Your guide will arrive at your pick-up location 15 minutes before the start of your tour to pick you up. We will notify you if there are any changes.
    • Cruise Ship guests: Your guide will welcome you with your first name or last name on a sign in front of the cruise ship exit/enter gate where your ship is docked. As you walk away from your ship, you will be approaching a security checkpoint gate. When you exit the gate, walk straight forward, and look straight ahead. Your guide will be there 15 minutes before the start of your tour to collect you. Please Note: If your tour starts at 08:30, your guide will pick you up 15 minutes (08:15) before the start time of your tour.
    • Very IMPORTANT: If you don't see your guide with your name, please stay at the gate of your ship and do not walk away and look for your guide, let your guide look for you.
    • We GUARANTEE to have you BACK TO THE SHIP 1 hour before the ship departure time.
    • This is a small group guided tour of up to 7 people per vehicle. You will be in a shared van, car, or pick-up depending on the number of guests.
    • Our prices include a 6% government tax.
    • Our goal is for you to leave the Island happier than when you arrived.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
    • Operated by a business

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    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AST).
    • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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