Bonaire (Kralendijk) Cruise Ship Schedule 2028
This 2028 Bonaire cruise ship schedule lists published arrivals and departures at the Kralendijk cruise pier. Ships dock at Kralendijk on Bonaire — this is not Aruba or Curaçao. Reef snorkel and flamingo tours stage from this ABC-island pier. Before booking a house-reef snorkel, a flamingo salt-flat visit, or a Washington Slagbaai safari, check the monthly 2028 tables for multi-ship Kralendijk days that fill reef and park tours so you can reserve popular operators early. This 2028 cruise schedule is based on currently published cruise itineraries and is updated as schedules change. Always check your cruise line for your final sailing details.
How This Schedule Helps You Plan
This 2028 Bonaire cruise ship schedule lists published arrivals and departures at the Kralendijk cruise pier. Ships dock at Kralendijk on Bonaire — this is not Aruba or Curaçao. Reef snorkel and flamingo tours stage from this ABC-island pier. Before booking a house-reef snorkel, a flamingo salt-flat visit, or a Washington Slagbaai safari, check the monthly 2028 tables for multi-ship Kralendijk days that fill reef and park tours so you can reserve popular operators early. This 2028 cruise schedule is based on currently published cruise itineraries and is updated as schedules change. Always check your cruise line for your final sailing details.
Why Cruise Passengers Use This Bonaire Schedule
- ✓Bonaire / Kralendijk is a separate ABC island — the 2028 table is not Aruba or Curaçao.
- ✓Marine-park snorkels batch morning slots — 2028 arrivals frame first boats.
- ✓Washington Slagbaai needs longer windows against 2028 departures.
- ✓Southern Caribbean loops often include one ABC island — confirm your 2028 call is Bonaire.
Planning Your Day In Bonaire
Pick your sailing year, then choose reef snorkel, flamingo flats, or park safari sized to published times.
What passengers typically do
- House-reef snorkel on morning arrivals
- Flamingo salt-flat visit on medium calls
- Washington Slagbaai on longer windows
Top attractions
- Kralendijk reefs — marine park snorkel
- Flamingo lagoons — salt flats
- Washington Slagbaai — national park safari
Recommended excursion types
- Morning reef snorkel on early arrivals
- Park safari when departure allows full transit
- Town walk on shorter calls
Timing considerations
- Do not mix with Aruba or Curaçao schedules
- Multi-ship days fill snorkel capacity
- Confirm final times aboard
Return-to-ship guidance: Return to the Kralendijk cruise pier at least 45–60 minutes before published departure.
Related Planning Resources
Bonaire Monthly Schedules for 2028
Open a dedicated monthly page with published ship calls, arrival and departure times, and planning tips for that month.
Schedule Overview
Bonaire receives Southern Caribbean traffic at Kralendijk. Review monthly tables before booking reef boats on multi-ship days.
Cruise Lines Visiting
2028 Monthly Schedule
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January 2028 at Bonaire
| Date | Ship | Cruise Line | Arrival | Departure | Time in Port | Passenger Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2028-01-03 | Seven Seas Voyager | Regent Seven Seas | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 706 to 777 |
| 2028-01-04 | Rotterdam | Holland America Line | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,668 to 3,210 |
| 2028-01-05 | Vision Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,036 to 2,443 |
| 2028-01-09 | Carnival Breeze | Carnival Cruise Line | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 3,690 to 4,428 |
| 2028-01-12 | Carnival Venezia | Carnival Cruise Line | 09:00 | 20:00 | 11h | 4,232 to 5,145 |
| 2028-01-17 | Oosterdam | Holland America Line | 10:00 | 21:00 | 11h | 2,024 to 2,429 |
| 2028-01-22 | Celebrity Eclipse | Celebrity Cruises | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,850 to 3,420 |
| 2028-01-25 | Celebrity Silhouette | Celebrity Cruises | 09:00 | 18:00 | 9h | 2,886 to 3,463 |
| 2028-01-26 | Carnival Venezia | Carnival Cruise Line | 09:00 | 20:00 | 11h | 4,232 to 5,145 |
9 ships scheduled. Arrivals and departures are subject to change by cruise lines and port authorities.
Cruise Passenger Information
Use this schedule alongside practical port-day details below. Knowing where your ship docks, whether tenders are required, and how long you are ashore helps you book excursions with a safe return buffer.
- Docking
- Kralendijk cruise pier in town center
- From ship to town
- 5 minutes to waterfront restaurants and shops
- Tender required
- No — ships dock at pier
- Currency
- US Dollar (USD)
- Language
- Dutch, Papiamento, English widely spoken
- Time zone
- Atlantic Standard Time (AST)
Passenger tips for Bonaire
- Bonaire's beaches are reef-entry points, water shoes are essential
- Book guided reef snorkel or dive tours early on busy Southern Caribbean weeks
- Flamingo viewing requires transport to salt pans, not walkable from pier
- The island has no traffic lights, drive carefully if renting a vehicle
- Outside the hurricane belt with reliable year-round port calls
Marine park rules prohibit touching coral. Use reef-safe sunscreen and licensed dive operators.
What to Do in Bonaire on a Cruise Day
Shore diving & marine park — Caribbean shore-diving capital, flamingo salt flats, and protected reefs. Once you know your arrival and departure window from the schedule above, these are the experiences cruise passengers book most often.
Bonaire National Marine Park
Protected reefs accessible from shore and by boat.
Varies by site
Washington Slagbaai
National park with flamingos, cacti, and rugged coast.
30 min by jeep
Pekelmeer Salt Flats
Pink salt ponds with seasonal flamingo colonies.
20 min by taxi
Kralendijk Waterfront
Compact Dutch-Caribbean town with dive shops and dining.
5 min walk
Recommended Shore Excursions
Signature pick: Marine Park Shore Reef Snorkel — Bonaire National Marine Park delivers the Caribbean's healthiest shore-accessible reefs with marked sites steps from Kralendijk pier, the ABC islands' premier conservation-focused snorkel experience.
Shore Reef Snorkel Tour
Snorkeling · 3-4 hours
Guided snorkel along protected house reefs with exceptional visibility.
Washington Slagbaai Safari
Nature · 4-5 hours
National park jeep route with flamingo lagoons and rugged coastline.
Flamingo Salt Flat Tour
Wildlife · 3-4 hours
Southern Pekelmeer salt pans and pink-lake flamingo viewing.
Donkey Sanctuary Visit
Family · 2-3 hours
Rescue sanctuary feeding and education stop popular with families.
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Cruise Planning Tips
- ✓Bonaire / Kralendijk is not Aruba or Curaçao.
- ✓Book morning reef snorkels on multi-ship days.
- ✓Be back at pier security 45–60 minutes before published departure.
Related Links
Authority port page
Bonaire shore excursions guideExcursions, beaches, port logistics, and passenger tipsSpecialist local website
Bonaire Shore ExcursionsLive tour listings, local pricing, and pier pickup detailsExcursion types for Bonaire
Nearby cruise ports
Detailed Local Guide
Looking for more detail? Our specialist partner for Bonaire lists local operators with pier-aware pickup timing, transparent pricing, and excursion options tailored to cruise ship schedules.
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Shore diving & marine park
This authority guide helps you compare Bonaire excursions and plan your port day. Bonaire Shore Excursions goes deeper with live tour listings, local operator pricing, pier pickup details, and booking options you will not find on generic cruise aggregators.
More 2027 Planning Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bonaire the same as Aruba or Curaçao in 2028?
No. Bonaire ships call at Kralendijk. Aruba and Curaçao have separate schedules.
Is Bonaire a tender port in 2028?
No under normal conditions. 2028 ships dock at Kralendijk with town walk-off access.
How does the 2028 schedule help with reef snorkel planning?
Guided reef entries batch around morning arrivals. Your 2028 row shows whether first boats fit with a safe return.
How busy is Kralendijk on my 2028 sailing date?
Count ships on your date in the 2028 month table. Multi-ship days fill snorkel and park capacity faster.
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This 2028 cruise schedule is based on currently published cruise itineraries and is updated as schedules change. Always check your cruise line for your final sailing details.