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- English
- Dutch
- Spanish
This tour is the first of its kind on Bonaire.
Guides are experienced certified Bonaire tour guides.
** All photos shown of glass were found at these sites.
The Kralendijk beaches we will visit :
1. A former area of Salt Company employee homes and now a place for local fisherman. This area is where we find historic pieces of glass dating from the 1700 and 1800's.
Pirate glass and pottery is common here. Marbles have been found here as well.
2. In the 1950's this was the area used for local household and commercial waste.
Typical finds here are; home decor pieces, textured window glass, pirate glass along with old bottle pieces.
***Please note - shells, corals and other organic items are protected as part of the marine park.
** Please note we only take guests to safe and accessible shorelines. We do not put your safety at risk by climbing cliffs or long swims.
**Snorkel equipment is provided for the search.
Please advise after booking if you wish to snorkel during your tour.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
CRUISE PASSENGERS - Please find the TOURISM INFORMATION booth, which is just outside of the arrival pier security check point gate. Your guide will be standing near that booth holding a white board with your name on it. Meet your guide at the specified tour start time.
This tour operates on coordinated start times. We confirm tour start time together when booking.
Itinerary
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1Kralendijk
Beach one - Explore Kralendijk's waterfront. Fisherman and their families still live in the area. In the past, Salt Company family homes lined part of this shore. Scour the shoreline for discarded glass which can date back to the 1700's. Frequently Pirate Glass and pottery are found here.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2Kralendijk
Beach Two - This area was a refuse dumping area which opened in the 1950's. Now a nice beach, we find all sorts of old household glass. Textured UV window glass, old glass decor pieces and of course colored bottle pieces.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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