Reviews from Day Visitors

We had an absolutely wonderful private tour of Bonaire! From start to finish, the experience was nothing short of amazing. Our guide, Bas, was exceptionally kind, well-informed, and passionate about sharing the beauty and history of the island. He explained so much about how Bonaire was formed and its fascinating history, adding depth to everything we saw.

The island is incredibly diverse, both geographically and culturally, and the tour highlighted its hidden treasures. We enjoyed spotting stunning birds and visiting unique landmarks, all from the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle—a huge plus on a warm day!

Lunch was another highlight—a delicious meal by the water, enjoyed under the shade of a tree. It was so relaxing and perfectly timed, as were the snacks and beverages provided along the way.

We were given lots of opportunities to get out of the vehicle to see things up close and our guide, a professional photographer, emailed us digital photos he had taken during the tour.

We genuinely didn’t want the day to end. This was, hands down, the best excursion we’ve ever taken from a cruise ship. If you’re considering a tour of Bonaire, don’t hesitate—this is an unforgettable experience!

My sister and I used HopiBonaire to tour the island during our Feb. 2025 cruise stop to Bonaire. The email conversations back-and-forth were very timely and provided all information that was needed. Due to some mobility issues there was a concern about the height of the vehicle and the ability to get in. I was sent photos of the transportation as well as height indicators, so I would know the vehicle was accessible.

We met Sebastian (Bas), one of the owners, of the company at the arranged spot just outside of the cruise port. They even provided a map of how to get to the location, as well as a photo of the meet up spot. The vehicle he picked us up in was immaculate.

Our tour was 6+ hours and we felt like it really showed us the island. It is obvious Bas loves his beautiful island home and is very proud to show it to others. Bas is a nature photographer, and he has a lot of knowledge on the nature on the island. I didn’t feel like we were rushed to go from place to place, yet we were able to traverse the entire island.

When I visit a new location, I try to do a tour. I have been on several tours before, many of them, private tours, and have never experienced a tour that was so full of details for the comfort of the visitor. At one stop, we had the opportunity to have some fruit and some other snacks along with a drink. We were also provided a homemade lunch at a picnic table right in a little cove area. He also provided additional snacks and drinks after we snorkeled. As part of the tour, we were provided photos that we could download that Bas had taken a various scenes along the island, as well as of my sister and I.

It was definitely a more meaningful trip to Bonaire by having someone passionate about the island show us its beauty. I am so glad we didn’t try to see the island on our own, or we never would have seen all the beautiful sites of Bonaire.

We were so fortunate to be able to book a last minute all-day private tour with Sebastian on a Sunday in early January. The tour came highly recommended and it was a great recommendation! Now I am thrilled to recommend the Mesmerizing Bonaire tour to anyone who loves learning about the history, wildlife and culture of the beautiful island.

If you are arriving to Bonaire via cruise ship, do not be concerned about taking this excursion! Bas will get you back to the ship on time!!

Bas took photos of the wildlife as we journeyed around the island. We learned about the differences between the four areas of the island as we traveled off-road to places we never would have seen on our own. Most of the time, there was no one else around us so we know that we visited incredible sights that no other tour company visits.

And as if that wasn’t enough, Bas brought snacks for us in the morning and provided a wonderful beach-side lunch while we enjoyed the view and chatted about life on Bonaire.

Thank you Bas! We enjoyed our time together, your fantastic photography and your vast knowledge that provided an experience we will never forget. It was a perfect day!

Fourteen days in the Caribbean, and the day we spent on Bonaire with Jessica and Bas was the best of all. It was Christmas Day and these two wonderful people shared both their holiday and their island 🏖️with us in a day filled with beauty and wonder as we travelled the length and breadth of the island and snorkelled in crystal clear waters. The day was filled with incredible sights of both natural and historical significance, and each was accompanied with exactly the right amount of information to make each experience more special.

The planning and communication prior to our tour date was immaculate. We were met at the cruise port right on time at 9am. We had a message the evening before with a photo of the meeting point, which was extremely helpful.

Over the next 7 hours, we visited plantation ruins and learned of the tragic history of slavery on Bonaire. We saw wildlife in places of natural beauty which we’d have not found on our own. We saw ancient indigenous drawings, remarkable in their original locations. We had a delicious homemade picnic lunch on a secluded beach, after spending an hour or more on a guided reef snorkel.

The day was well planned, down to the intermittent restroom breaks and the binoculars available for each of us. Cold drinks and refreshing snacks were available from a cooler all day.

I could go on…but let’s leave it at this. Your visit to Bonaire will be so much better if you take a tour with Hopi Bonaire ♥️ As a bonus, both professional grade nature photos and underwater photos were shared with us the next day!

We always book private tours so have lots of experience with guides but can honestly say that Jessica from Hopi Bonaire is more than you can hope for. She did a perfect job!

She showed us “her” Bonaire, the island she fell in love with. We could instantly feel her passion for the beautiful nature and the conservation of it. She also took us off road to the more hidden parts of the island.

She is a good photographer so afterwards, we received many nice pictures of our day together. She is so well prepared and has everything you could need in the trunk of her car: from homemade fruitsalad as a morning snack to snorkeling gear, beach towels and a first aid kit. She also prepared a delicious picknick which we took to a quiet viewpoint, truely memorable.

We finished our day with snorkeling at a beautiful reef where she was so patient and encouraging to me since I was feeling a little nervous about this. And she even had an underwater camera to get some nice shots of us and the fishes.

Conclusion for us: She is the perfect guide! If you’re looking for a way to discover Bonaire as a local: Book her. You won’t be dissapointed.

Our time with Jessica at HopiBonaire was amazing. She took time before the tour to find out exactly what my family wanted and customized a tour just for us. She is a great advocate for her home, and we felt we were seeing the island with a friend rather than a tour company. We explored the back country along the coast, hiked for some amazing views of the national park and learned about the island’s history. Jessica made sure we were comfortable, and had drinks and snacks to keep the kids (and adults) happy!

If you want to understand Bonaire and see the island through local eyes, do not hesitate to use HopiBonaire.

Our mesmerizing south coast tour was the absolute best. I’d like to start by saying we have travelled a lot and taken many tours but this was by far the best tour we have ever had!

We were met at the designated spot and treated to the most amazing afternoon. Bas was so knowledgable and engaging and shared stellar photos with us that he took. The entire afternoon exceeded our expectations and have made us want to go back to Bonaire…and take another tour!

Don’t miss this opportunity if you are in Bonaire!

We recently spent a wonderful day with Jessica exploring the beautiful island of Bonaire. I cannot say enough great things about Jessica and Hopibonaire. From the moment we met her, she made us feel like family.

She showed us a lot of different parts of the island, took us to an amazing snorkel spot, and took us to a peaceful viewpoint and made us a delicious picnic. This is what really sets this company apart from others is the attention to details. She was very knowledgeable about the island and the information she gave us was interesting and easy to retain.

She provided homemade tea, snacks, and beverages throughout the trip. The best part is, you do not have to worry about taking pictures because she takes amazing photographs and sends them to you after your trip. This lets you relax and enjoy the island.

I cannot thank Jessica and hopibonaire enough for an incredible day. I highly recommended booking a trip with them because her love for the island is contagious and you will want to return again and again.

Jessica provided an excellent private day tour to my family. She was a pleasure to work with planning in advance to customize our agenda, and made sure every detail was considered every step of the way on our tour.

She was great with our younger kids, and was very knowledgeable about the history, culture and wildlife on the island.