Tours/Kralendijk/Fully Private North and South Tour with a Local Guide.
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Fully Private North and South Tour with a Local Guide.

4.5(96)Kralendijk1 hour
VIATOR4.4(67)TRIPADVISOR4.6(29)

Description

This tour is unique because this is a private tour for you and your family alone. You will be with a local and get a local experience, including drinks and a small local taste. This tour is not an ordinary tour like the others on the Island. We will show you 28 points of interest. You will see all the major sites and highlights and experience local neighborhoods to sample snacks and drinks native to this region. Because of this tour's minor group nature, you can ask questions and make custom requests if there’s something you want to see. This tour is very flexible. Time allows, and we’ll do all we can to make this trip memorable for you and your group! At the end of the tour, you will get a local appreciation from us. That is a private personal tour. If you are only one person, don't hesitate to contact shekhinahtours directly.

Tour Options

Fully Private North and South Tour with a Local Guide.
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

15 min

Here we will start our tours when you arrive by cruise ship. We will meet you 15 minutes before your tour departure time to ensure we start our tours on time. When you exit your ship, please walk to the security gate (there will be only one security gate) and look straight ahead, where you will see a sign saying INTERNET BOOKING. We will be standing there with your name on paper. If you are from a Hotel or Apartment, we will pick you up at your apartment or in the lobby at your hotel.

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We will give you a city/town tour through downtown Kaya Grandi. Kaya Grandi is the Main Street, where all the shops/restaurants and ice cream shops are in Kralendijk. After the tour, you can feel free to be dropped off in Kralendijk, where you will be able to do some shopping and walk around. If you are from the ship, Kralendijk is only a 5 or 1 min walk away from your ship where the cruise ship ports are.

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That is where we have boats coming in for shelter when big waves come toward the Island.

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You will be able to take a nice picture of the wonders of the sea. That is going to be a pleasant surprise for you.

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We will be driving through a neighbourhood called Hato, where most hotels are situated.

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Here you will see the most affluent part of the Island, and your tour guide will share with you why the rich people are coming to Bonaire.

10 min

Here you can get off the vehicle, walk around, and take pictures of the beautiful scenery of the clear blue ocean. If you don't want to walk down to the beach because of the Steps, that is no problem. You can stay at the top and enjoy the beautiful view

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From a distance, you will see the beautiful scenery from where the water level was many years ago and one of the best Diving spots on the island.

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Here we will share the history of when the enslaved people were living on Bonaire, and you will see the building where the women and the children were staying during the week while the man continued going to the south side of the Island.

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Your tour guide will share and show you some of our oil tanks and why we have them here on Bonaire.

10 min

Here you see the beautiful scenery of the flamingo in the background and the tallest hill on the island called Brandaris. Here you will not get out of the car since it is a reserved area for the flamingoes, and we are not allowed to let our guests get out of the vehicle, but you will be able to take pictures of the Flamingoes while your tour guide is driving. Depending on the day, you will see the flamingoes very close up; sometimes, they are far away.

3 min

Rincon is the oldest town on the Island, where everything started many years ago. You will still see the oldest buildings on the Island and the lovely scenery of why Rincon was chosen many years ago when Bonaire was discovered.

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Here you will see the splashing waves hitting the cliffs on the coastline with sometimes a lot of donkeys walking around until we reach downtown. We will also be passing right next to Bonaire Landsailing, where you can see people sailing on land.

5 min

We will be going up to a hill where you will be able to see Bonaire from above.

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That is the second old neighbourhood on the Island where the Indians have moved.

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That is the largest neighbourhood in Bonaire.

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Here your guide will tell you more about the inter Bonaire main street.

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Here you will see our pink airport, and we will share about tourism and flight arriving and departing from Bonaire.

10 min

Te Amo Beach, meaning "I Love You" Beach, is a beautiful public spot near Bonaire's airport. It has a tranquil and sandy shoreline with easy access to the water.

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That is a lovely beach where Locals spend their time together on holidays, and it is also suitable for snorkelling and diving.

5 min

That is Local Beach with very clear water.

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That is a fast-growing neighbourhood on the Island.

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That is a new resort with a lovely pool where you can sit and order your food from within the pool.

5 min

That is one of the ancient lighthouses on Bonaire with great history.

5 min

That is ship wrack, a famous spot for divers.

10 min

We will stop at the pink water and the salt mountains so you can walk around and take pictures. That is the most beautiful stop on the Island because on your right-hand side, you will see the two blue colours of the ocean, and on your left-hand side, you will see the pink water with the white foam on the ground coming out from the salt water.

10 min

Here you will see the Slaves Huts, where you will be able to experience how the enslaved people were working on the Island and where they were sleeping during the week. We'll be taking some time talking about the corals. That is the last stop, and from here, we will drive you back to the ship. That is a great time to ask still questions you may have to your tour guide. Please note that we will have everyone from the cruise ship back to the terminal 1 hour before the ship's departure time.

Highlights

Transportation to and from your Ship or Hotel
Transportation via small van, car or pick-up. (Dependent on number of guests)
Guided by a Kind & Knowledgeable Long-Time Bonaire Resident
Clean and Safe Vehicle with Air-Conditioning & Working Seatbelts
A local appreciation after the tour

What's included

Included
Transportation to and from your Ship or Hotel
Transportation via small van, car or pick-up. (Dependent on number of guests)
Guided by a Kind & Knowledgeable Long-Time Bonaire Resident
Clean and Safe Vehicle with Air-Conditioning & Working Seatbelts
A local appreciation after the tour
Not included
The snack at a local stop on the tour is not included in the price
We reccomend you to bring your own water

Pickup Locations & Times

Important information about your meeting point: 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 or last name on a sign in front of the cruise ship exit/entry gate where your ship is docked. Walking away from your ship, you will approach 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 Local Time, your guide will pick you up 15 minutes (08:15) before the start time of your tour. IMPORTANT: We are reminding you that ship and local times might differ. Please check it before the Tour starts time. 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 companion; let your guide look for you. Guests who book a private tour will not share vehicles with other guests. Our goal is for our guests to leave the Island happier than they arrived.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(96)

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Go26386142875
May 30, 2026
Very interesting.

Very interesting, as I was alone and could ask many questions about the attractions and history, as well as the current situation, from the perspective of a local guide!!! Janise, the local guide, was very kind and had solid knowledge of the region, its history, and current situation. Thank you very much, Janise, I had a great time with you on the tour.

Operator response

Muchas gracias por su reseña. Nos alegra mucho saber que disfrutó del tour y que tuvo la oportunidad de hacer muchas preguntas sobre Bonaire, su historia y la vida en la isla. También nos alegra saber que Janise hizo que su experiencia fuera especial con sus conocimientos y amabilidad. Le transmitiremos sus amables palabras. ¡Gracias por elegir Shekhinah Tours y esperamos darle la bienvenida nuevamente en Bonaire!

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B1120KFrobv
May 7, 2026
Nice tour and good explanation

Nice guide Renny and good explanation

Operator response

Thank you for your lovely review! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the tour with Renny and appreciated the explanations along the way. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to him. We hope to welcome you back again for another Bonaire experience in the future!

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shari_nnej2026
May 5, 2026
Fantastic experience on the Private North & South Tour

I had a fantastic experience on the Private North & South Tour in Bonaire with Shekinah Tours, guided by Nicoline. In just 3 hours, we were able to explore so many beautiful and unique spots across the island without ever feeling rushed. Nicoline was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and clearly passionate about Bonaire. She shared interesting local history, culture, and hidden gems that I wouldn’t have discovered on my own. The personalized nature of the tour made it feel relaxed and tailored to our interests, which I really appreciated. The north offered stunning rugged landscapes and dramatic coastlines, while the south impressed with its serene salt flats. We even saw flamingos, birds, donkeys, and goats along the way, which made the experience even more special. Definitely worth it. If you’re looking for a short but enriching way to see the highlights of Bonaire with a local touch, I highly recommend this tour. It was well-organized, insightful, and memorable from start to finish.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m really happy to hear you enjoyed exploring both the north and south of Bonaire and that the tour felt relaxed, personal, and memorable. It was a pleasure sharing the island’s nature, wildlife, history, and hidden gems with you. I’m glad the flamingos, salt flats, and rugged coastlines made the experience extra special. Thank you again for the recommendation, and I hope to see you again in Bonaire someday!

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Jeff_B
May 5, 2026
We were able to cover so...

With a personal guide we covered more of the island than group tours and were able to tailor it to be exactly what we wanted.

Operator response

Thank you for your lovely review! I’m so glad you enjoyed the personal approach and the flexibility of the tour. Being able to tailor the experience and show more of the island at your own pace is exactly what I aim for. Hope to welcome you back to Bonaire again someday!

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200sharadp
April 23, 2026
Best 3 1/2 hours to see and learn so much about Bonaire!

Renny was very knowledgeable and spent a great deal of time explaining the history, culture, local folklore and interesting facts about Bonaire, the places we visited as well as the flora and fauna!

Operator response

Thank you very much for your review! Great to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that Renny was able to share so much knowledge about Bonaire. We’re glad you had the chance to see and learn so much in a short time. We hope to welcome you again in the future!

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Companion38076467635
April 17, 2026
JC

Marjolien was a wonderful tour guide. Very knowledgeable and pleasant. You cannot go wrong.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that Marjolien made such a great impression with her knowledge and pleasant company. It means a lot to us that you felt so confident in the experience. We hope to welcome you again soon!

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Flyer23506399593
April 14, 2026
Very nice tour with Kay Kay to see what the island has to offer in a short time

Enjoyed a ride in a comfortable minivan along all the highlights of Bonaire

Operator response

Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear you had such a great time exploring the island with Kay Kay. It’s wonderful that you enjoyed seeing the highlights of Bonaire in a short time, all while traveling comfortably in the minivan. That’s exactly the experience we aim to create with our Fully Private North and South Tour. We really appreciate you choosing our tour and hope to welcome you again for another adventure on the island!

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Chantal W
April 14, 2026
Recommend, especially for your first day on island!

Had our 3 generation family of 5 for this trip. It was a perfect blend of views and facts from within the vehicle to getting out to see and explore stops. Renny was great with all of us Renny

Operator response

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear the tour was a great fit for your whole family and offered a nice balance between sightseeing and exploring. It’s great that everyone enjoyed the experience. We hope to welcome you all again on your next visit to Bonaire!

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Amal_A
April 7, 2026
Nice variety and a taste of everything

It was informative, and great to see lots of parts of the island, but we didn't stop at some of the places we expected like the distillery or the beaches. Hard to take pics when it's just a drive by and no windows down. We were able to ask lots of questions and got dropped at a shopping area after the tour, but would have loved a slower pace and being able to make the planned stops we expected.

Operator response

It was informative, and great to see lots of parts of the island, but we didn't stop at some of the places we expected like the distillery or the beaches. Hard to take pics when it's just a drive by and no windows down. We were able to ask lots of questions and got dropped at a shopping area after the tour, but would have loved a slower pace and being able to make the planned stops we expected.

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Karoleen_G
March 28, 2026
Everything Bonaire!!

Janise was very friendly and knowledgable. She answered our many questions with a smile. Provided a step stool when she saw our need.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your kind review! 🌴 We're delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience with Janise. Her friendliness, knowledge, and attentiveness—like providing the step stool without hesitation—are exactly what we strive for on every tour. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to her. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another wonderful experience!

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