SNUBA® Bonaire: easiest way to see the reef. No certification needed.
No certification. No experience. No heavy gear. The ultimate water activity in Bonaire for non-divers and beginners. Just you, the reef and a certified SNUBA® guide by your side aboard the Mushi Mushi catamaran.
What is SNUBA®?
SNUBA® is the bridge between snorkeling and scuba diving. With SNUBA® you enjoy the simplicity of snorkeling while enjoying the freedom that comes from scuba diving, without the certification.
Can you breathe through your mouth and kick your feet? Then you can SNUBA®. You breathe through a regulator connected to an air tank that stays on the surface, while you swim underwater with one of our guides. In this way you can experience more of Bonaire’s incredible underwater world without committing to a full dive course.
Learn more about SNUBA®Why choose SNUBA® instead of snorkeling or scuba diving?
No certification needed
No course, no license, no prior experience. That makes SNUBA® an easy way for first-time underwater explorers to discover Bonaire’s reef. Our certified SNUBA® guide stays with you underwater the entire time.
Go deeper than snorkeling
Instead of staying at the surface, SNUBA® lets you swim underwater and get closer to the reef and marine life.
Easier than scuba diving
SNUBA® gives you the feeling of being a diver without having to carry a scuba tank on your back or complete a scuba certification course.
Why choose SNUBA® Bonaire?
First SNUBA® operator on Bonaire
As the first SNUBA® operator on Bonaire our goal is simple: make it easy for visitors to experience the island’s underwater world in a way that feels approachable, personal and unforgettable.
One of the best reefs in the world
Bonaire’s protected coral reef is world-renowned. Thanks to its clear waters, visibility is often between 20 and 30 metres (65 to 98 feet) or even more. You will experience abundant marine life.
Small groups, personal experience
To give the best experience we keep our group small. We have a maximum of 16 guests, so every guest gets the attention they need.
Safe and certified guides
Safety is our priority, so our certified SNUBA® guide stays with you underwater the entire time. Together with our guide you practice at surface before descending.
See the faces behind SNUBA® BonaireWhat our guests say.
“I was nervous at first — I had never done anything like this. But our guide was incredibly patient and by the time I took my first breath underwater I forgot all about being nervous. Absolutely magical.”
Rotterdam, Netherlands · TripAdvisor
“We brought our 10-year-old son and he absolutely loved it. He was braver than both of us! The whole experience was so well organized and our guide made everyone feel completely comfortable.”
Texas, USA · TripAdvisor
The 4-hour SNUBA® boat tour
Departing from Nautico Marina Kralendijk, max. 16 guests, ages 8+. All gear, drinks and snacks included.
Frequently asked questions
About SNUBA®
No. SNUBA® is specifically designed for beginners, snorkelers and people with no diving experience. If you have swimming experience and you feel comfortable in the water, you are ready. Our certified guide will explain everything on board. Then you will practice breathing together at the surface.
SNUBA® is the bridge between snorkeling and scuba diving. An air tank sits on a small raft that floats on the surface, connected to you through a regulator and a 20-foot hose. Just as on the surface, you breathe normally underwater. No tank on your back, no certification needed.
Yes. SNUBA® is made for first-timers. There is no pressure to descend. Everything happens at your own pace and our certified guide stays with you underwater from start to finish. Feeling comfortable and swimming experience are a must.
Ready to SNUBA®?
No certification, no complicated training, just an easy way to explore Bonaire’s beautiful underwater world. Spots are limited and now available for $95 introduction price until December 20, 2026.