Sunrise Fishing
Run toward Pink Beach at first light and troll for tuna, wahoo, mahi mahi and other pelagics as the fish wake up hungry.
Fish with a local, as a local
Adventures with a local
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced angler, join Captain Carlos for a private, authentic local fishing or snorkeling adventure — Bonaire's only charter using live tuna from a custom-built tuna tube to target wahoo and more.
What we offer
Our Adventures
Whether you're here to fish, snorkel, or do both, we have the perfect trip for you.
Sunset Fishing
Skip the early alarm — troll and bottom-fish into a beautiful Caribbean sunset on the water.
Bottom Fishing
Drop deep between 150 and 700 feet for snapper, grouper and powerful amberjack on live and frozen bait.
Snorkel & Bottom Fishing
The best of both worlds — bottom fishing plus at least two snorkel stops in crystal-clear water.
Snorkel Adventure
Cruise Bonaire's coastline and snorkel several hand-picked spots — Klein Bonaire, Salt Pier, 1000 Steps and more.
Add-on
Catch & Cook
Straight from sea to table — have your fresh catch cooked the same day at Tasty Bar & Steakhouse.
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Pricing & payment
Simple, private pricing
One price per private boat for 1–4 guests — your group is never combined with anyone else.
- Sunrise Fishing$400
- Sunset Fishing$400
- Bottom Fishing$350
- Snorkel & Bottom Fishing$400
- Snorkel Adventure$400
Good to know
- Cash only — payment is due on the day of your trip
- Prices are per private boat, not per person
- One price for 1–4 guests, maximum 4 per trip
- All adventures are private — never combined with other guests
Our vessel
The boat — Gray Sniper
A 22.5-ft Eduardoño Corvina 225 Panga, personally built up for comfort, safety and fishing.
Gray Sniper is a 22.5-foot Eduardoño Corvina 225 Panga, personally designed and upgraded by Captain Carlos and always kept in top condition. It's stable, quick to the fishing grounds and comfortable for a small, private group of up to 4 guests. The deck is fully covered in soft SeaDek — clean and comfortable underfoot — and a Rockford Bluetooth sound system lets you play your favorite music on the water. A custom-made boarding ladder makes getting in and out of the water easy, so snorkeling is even more enjoyable.
On every trip
- Local captain
- Up to 4 guests · private
- Live-bait tuna tube
- Bluetooth sound system
At a glance
- Name
- Gray Sniper (Panga)
- Make
- Eduardoño Corvina 225
- Length
- 22.5 ft (≈7 m)
- Engine
- Single 140 HP Suzuki outboard
- Guests
- Max. 4 · private
- Deck
- Full SeaDek · barefoot
Meet the captain
Carlos Barrios Camargo
I was born and raised in Bonaire. I started fishing with my father from the shore at a young age, and at just 14 I got my first 8-foot boat. What began as a hobby quickly became a lifelong passion.
At 19 I joined the Dutch Caribbean Coast Guard in Curaçao, where I gained valuable experience in navigation, maritime safety, and search and rescue. Above all, I learned one lesson I still follow today: the safety of my guests and crew always comes first.
After several years in the Coast Guard, I turned my passion for the ocean into Bonaire Fish Things. Today I'm the founder, owner and captain, combining my local knowledge with professional maritime experience to offer private fishing charters and snorkeling adventures.
I fish like a local because I am a local. I use traditional techniques — trolling, bottom fishing, handline fishing and live-bait fishing — combined with modern equipment to give you a genuine local experience. Whether you're an experienced angler, a first-time fisherman, or here to explore Bonaire's coastline while snorkeling, every trip is private and personal. I'd love to welcome you aboard and show you my island the way locals experience it.
See it in action
Fishing with live tuna
A few clips from the boat — live bait straight from the custom tuna tube, and trolling along Bonaire's coast.
On the water
Gallery
Moments from recent trips.
Guests
Reviews
Real reviews from guests on Google, TripAdvisor and FishingBooker.
Good to know
Before you go
Everything you need to know before your adventure — what's included, what to bring and how it all works.
What's included
- Private boat with captain
- Cooler with ice for your catch
- Top-quality fishing gear & frozen bait
- Soft drinks (Cola / Sprite) & bottled water
- Fish cleaning, filleting & bagging
- Mask, snorkel, fins & snorkeling vest
- Satellite phone for safety
Not included
- Motion sickness medication (recommended if you're sensitive or new to boats)
- Sun protection (sunscreen, hat, long sleeve, sunglasses)
- No restroom on board
Not recommended for
- Guests with back or spinal conditions
- Children under 5 years old
What to bring
- Light, quick-dry clothing
- Hat & sunglasses
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Swimsuit (for snorkeling trips)
- Towel (optional, snorkeling trips)
- Flip-flops or sandals (no shoes on board)
- Camera or phone for your adventure
- Any extra snacks or drinks (optional)
Marine Park nature fee — required
All non-resident guests need a valid Bonaire Nature Fee before the trip. It's $40 USD, valid the whole calendar year, and covers all water activities in the Bonaire National Marine Park. Children under 13 and residents of Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Saba, Sint Eustatius and Sint Maarten are exempt. Your fee is checked before departure.
Buy your nature fee →Fish sharing
After the trip Captain Carlos cleans your catch and you may take home up to one-third (1/3) of the total catch — you choose which fish, cleaned, filleted and bagged at no extra cost. We keep every legal, edible fish, except protected species. On Bonaire, fish is never wasted — anything left is shared with locals, family, friends and restaurants.
Boat ride conditions
Every day on the water is different. Depending on the weather and sea, the ride can be smooth or more adventurous — on windy days expect more movement, sea spray and a chance of getting wet. It's all part of a real local adventure.
Pro tip
Bring only the essentials — if you're a group, use one small bag. No shoes on board: the deck is fully covered in soft SeaDek, so flip-flops come off and everyone goes barefoot. It's soft, clean and very comfortable.
Arriving by cruise ship?
Share your schedule and we'll adjust our trip times to match your plans. We can even pick you up by boat at the pier at Chachacha Beach — about a 5-minute walk from the cruise port, so there's no need to pay a taxi to the meeting point.
Chachacha pier on the map →Frequently asked questions
No experience needed — trips are beginner- and family-friendly, and the captain guides you the whole way. The only thing you need is a valid Bonaire Nature Fee (see above); everything else is taken care of.
Yes. Groups are small and private and the pace is relaxed, so families and first-timers are very welcome. We don't recommend the trip for children under 5 or guests with back or spinal conditions.
The water is usually calmest around sunrise. If you're prone to motion sickness, take a remedy about an hour before departure and keep your eyes on the horizon. There's no restroom on board, so plan accordingly.
The captain cleans your catch and you take home up to one-third of it, cleaned and bagged. Or add Catch & Cook and have it prepared the same day at Tasty Bar & Steakhouse. On Bonaire, fish is never wasted.
Cash only, on the day of your trip. Prices are per private boat (1–4 guests), not per person, and we offer a best price guarantee.
The quickest way is WhatsApp — message us or send the booking form and we'll confirm your date. If conditions aren't safe, we'll reschedule to the next best window.
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Book an adventure
Tell us your dates and we'll confirm by WhatsApp or email. WhatsApp is the fastest way to book.
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Merch & t-shirts
Bonaire Fish Things t-shirts and merch are on the way.
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Get in touch
Contact
Questions or ready to book? The fastest way to reach us is WhatsApp — we typically reply within 1 hour.
WhatsApp is the quickest way to reach us — message to ask a question or book your adventure.
Chat & book on WhatsApp Typical response within 1 hour- Location Kralendijk, Bonaire
- Meeting point Open in Google Maps
- Hours Monday – Sunday · 5:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Phone +599 782 2603
- Email bonairefishthings@gmail.com
- WhatsApp +599 782 2603
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