Guests on the bow of the Betty Boop in Bonaire's turquoise water

Experience Bonaire from the water

Boat rental Bonaire

Move to the rhythm of the Caribbean Sea and experience Bonaire in a unique way by renting a boat at Blue Bay Bonaire. Whether you want to snorkel at colorful coral reefs, spot dolphins or simply enjoy the sunset, we have the perfect boat for your adventure.

Our boats

Five boats.Pick yours.

Explore the azure Caribbean Sea or idyllic Klein Bonaire with one of our comfortable, easy-to-handle boats, perfect for families, friends or couples.

What are you after?

Wakeboarding
Betty Boop
Tubing or going fast
Betty Boop or Hurricane
A group of seven or eight
Hurricane or Yellow Sloep
An easy day with kids
any of the sloeps

Motorboats

Fast and sporty. For wakeboarding, tubing or a full-speed day along the coast.

Betty Boop, Blue Bay Bonaire motorboat on the Caribbean SeaBonaire's only wakeboard boat

Betty Boop

The only boat on Bonaire with a real wakeboard and tubing tower. Powerful, fast and made for a day of action.

On board
Up to 6 people
Full day
9 am‑5 pm
Extra
Wakeboard or tube

Half day$220

Full day$335

View the Betty Boop
The Hurricane, a fast motorboat for eight people

The Hurricane

Luxurious and powerful with 115 hp and room for eight. Feel like some action? Add a tube.

On board
Up to 8 people
Full day
9 am‑5 pm
Extra
Tube

Half day$285

Full day$435

View the Hurricane

Dutch sloeps

Steady, roomy and easy to handle. Ideal for families and for snorkeling.

Yellow Dutch sloep, a roomy boat for eight peopleRoomiest sloep

Yellow Sloep

Our roomiest sloep: snorkel the reef, look for dolphins or take eight people over to Klein Bonaire.

On board
Up to 8 people
Full day
9:30 am‑4:30 pm
Extra
Snorkel set on request

Half day$210

Full day$310

View the Yellow Sloep
Blue Dutch sloep for six people

Blue Sloep

Relaxed and easy to handle, so the whole family is on its way in no time, even without boating experience.

On board
Up to 6 people
Full day
9:30 am‑4:30 pm
Extra
Snorkel set on request

Half day$195

Full day$285

View the Blue Sloep
Orange Dutch sloep for six people

Orange Sloep

Stable and spacious, with comfortable seats so everyone on board has a great day.

On board
Up to 6 people
Full day
9:30 am‑4:30 pm
Extra
Snorkel set on request

Half day$195

Full day$285

View the Orange Sloep

Compare the fleet

Which boat suits your day?

All five come with a map and a cooler, and none of them requires a boating license. These are the differences.

GuestsCharacterActionHalf dayFull day
Betty Boop6 personsAdventurous and fast, with wakeboard towerWakeboard and tube$220$335
The Hurricane8 personsFast motorboat with 115 hpTubing available$285$435
Yellow Sloep8 personsRoomy, relaxed sloopSnorkeling$210$310
Blue Sloep6 personsFamily-friendly sloopSnorkeling$195$285
Orange Sloep6 personsFamily-friendly sloopSnorkeling$195$285

Prices exclude a $15 fuel charge and a $500 deposit. Half day is 9 am - 1 pm or 1 pm - 5 pm; full day is 9:30 am - 4:30 pm (Betty Boop and Hurricane 9 am - 5 pm).

Why Blue Bay

Carefree boat rental.

  • No license needed: our boats are easy to handle, even without experience.
  • A boat for everyone: from comfortable sloops to sporty motorboats.
  • Family friendly: safety and comfort for the whole family.
  • Cooler included: keep your drinks cold while you cruise.
  • Flexible rental periods: choose a half or full day.

Good to know

Included: a cooler (no ice), life jackets for all passengers and a map of Bonaire.

Half day: 9 am - 1 pm or 1 pm - 5 pm.

Full day: 9:30 am - 4:30 pm (Betty Boop and Hurricane 9 am - 5 pm).

Snorkeling: snorkel gear is available on request.

Save up for free boating: rent six times and the seventh day on the same boat is free.

Activities on the water

More than just boating.

Snorkeling above the reef of Bonaire

Under water

Snorkeling at the reef

Discover the rich underwater world of Bonaire, or head to Klein Bonaire with its beautiful beaches and corals.

Snorkeling on Bonaire
Sailing with crew off the coast of Bonaire

With crew

Rather go sailing

Prefer to explore the azure Caribbean Sea of Bonaire under sail? Book one of our sailing tours.

See the sailing tours

Frequently asked questions

Before you book

Do I need a boating license?

No, all our boats can be rented without a license.

What is included in the rental?

A cooler (no ice), life jackets for all passengers and a map of Bonaire.

Can I rent snorkel gear?

Yes, snorkel gear is available on request.

Are children allowed on board?

Yes, our boats are family friendly and fitted with appropriate safety measures.

Turquoise water off the coast of Bonaire

Book your boat adventure now

Ready to discover Bonaire from the water? Reserve your boat at Blue Bay Bonaire today and enjoy a great day on the Caribbean Sea.