FAQs

  • The mangrove forest in Bonaire is protected and can only be visited with a certified guide.

  • The minimum age is 5 years.

  • Most of the year, the road is accessible, but it does have many bumps and potholes. After heavy rainfall, water may collect on the road. Generally, you won’t encounter issues as long as you stick to the road and avoid trying to bypass puddles.

  • Mosquitoes are more of an exception than the norm. For three-quarters of the year, there are few to no mosquitoes in the mangroves.

  • The center has two toilets and an outdoor shower.

  • Please bring drinking water (we do not sell plastic bottles, but we have a refill station), sun protection (such as protective clothing or sunscreen without oxybenzone), and your Nature Fee payment receipt from STINAPA, which can be digital or on paper. We provide dry bags, masks, and snorkels.

  • Cruise ship passengers are exempt from the Nature Fee. However, we kindly ask that you present your cruise boarding pass.

  • No, they are not the same. The Nature Fee is legally required to access any of Bonaire’s parks, including the underwater park (the sea surrounding Bonaire).

  • Our tours have a maximum capacity of 14 people.

  • All our guides speak Dutch and English. For mixed groups, the primary language will be English.

  • Our cancellation policy allows you to reschedule or cancel with a full refund if you contact us at least 24 hours before your tour. For cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance, a cancellation fee will apply. Please contact us via email at info@mangrovecenter.com. For more details, see our Terms and Conditions.

  • Yes, private tours are available, but you will need to get in contact with us.

  • Tours will only be canceled if there is a thunderstorm with lightning in the area. Tours proceed as scheduled in rainy conditions.

  • Yes, we have lockers at the Mangrove Center that are locked during the tour to keep your items safe

  • If you don’t have a credit card, you can contact us to make a reservation and bring cash to the Mangrove Center if your group consists of two people. For larger groups, we kindly request payment at least 48 hours in advance as a cash payment in advance is required to keep your reservation.

  • Absolutely. It is possible to remain in the kayak and relax, soaking in the beautiful scenery, while the snorkeling group explores underwater. You’ll still enjoy the tranquility of the mangroves and the guidance of our expert tour leaders.

  • The snorkeling portion of the tour lasts approximately 25 minutes.

  • Yes, we offer a convenient shuttle service only for the 1:30 PM tour. The cost is $16.00 per person (round trip). Guests should be ready at their pick-up location by 12:45 PM and will be dropped off again after the tour.

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Contact us

Kaminda Lac 140

Kralendijk, Bonaire

Hours
Monday–Saturday
8am–5pm

Phone
(+599) 780-5353