Underwater Research Boat: Explore Marine History

Explore marine wonders aboard Jacques Cousteau’s iconic research vessel. Discover history and ocean life from an air-conditioned underwater deck.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Front Porch - Begin your adventure with a serene cruise to Klein Bonaire, where you’ll descend into our air-conditioned underwater observation deck. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to view the remarkable underwater world of Bonaire. This is the same type of experience that Jacques Cousteau enjoyed aboard our boat during his numerous ocean…
What's Included
  • Use of snorkeling equipment
  • Dinner
  • Carbonated beverages
  • Alcoholic beverages
What's Not Included
  • Stinapa nature fee (Stinapa Tag)
  • Reef safe Sunscreen
  • Towels
Meal Options
  • Tuna Sashimi
  • Picanha from the grill
  • Dutch apple pie
Additional Information

This unique vessel was specifically crafted for underwater research and was once a member of Jacques Cousteau’s renowned fleet. It boasts an air-conditioned underwater observation deck, ensuring comfort as you delve into the marine environment. This is more than just a tour; it’s a remarkable chance to immerse yourself in maritime history and witness…

Location
Front Porch
Park the car at the parking lot of Eden Beach Resort and walk through the resort towards the water/beach. We will pick you up at the pier 15 minutes prior to departure time.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Ingo_r
Oct 23, 2025
Awesome experience! Peter... - Awesome experience! Peter and his family are very passionate about their special boat and the service to their guests! Also the food was excellent and I never had to wait for the next drink.
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760nathano
Oct 22, 2025
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED - More than 5 stars would have been good too! Definitely recommended if you come here... Good food, conviviality and a top company:)
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Stephen_h
Oct 19, 2025
Did not disappoint - I chose this excursion because of the ability to view sea life without getting wet and it did not disappoint. A unique experience on a unique ship. Dinner was freshly prepared by the owner (Jeske), cooked by the Captain (Peter, her dad), and finished with homemade dessert (by Sven). The conversation was great as we were onboard as a family and the boat is family operated. The crew was extremely friendly and accommodating. The boat is almost completely renovated and the hard work shows. I would recommend for families with children (4+ years old), but perhaps not for babies. Our group for the evening was small, only my family and a couple from the Netherlands, which was great…..it felt like we had an entire charter to ourselves. Probably the best island excursion we have taken!
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Cornelisv857
Oct 15, 2025
Most beautiful boat trip of Bonaire - Made a really nice trip with the boat and crew. Good explanation about the interesting history and structure of the boat. Also had all the information about the coral and fish that makes it fascinating to see what is happening around you. Jiske then served us a delicious meal under the setting sun With homemade apple pie as the icing on the cake. Thank you so much! Peter, Jiske and Sven thank you for this nice experience and good luck in the future with juliie Enterprise
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Jazzmont
Oct 7, 2025
Great to book when on a cruise - If you arrive in Bonaire on a cruise and are wondering what excursion to take then the Aquaspace is the best. Father and daughter team are amazing and Captain Peter can tell a story. Small number of people so it’s very personable, just do it. Food and sunset were amazing.
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Georgev801
Sep 29, 2025
Beautiful, welcoming, unique and enthusiastic - Had great experience with the Aquaspace team. Peter, Jiske and Sven are pulling out all the stops to please the passengers. They love people and you can see it in everything. You've already filled your glass, so to speak, if you hadn't even thought of it empty. The ship is unique with its underwater glass bottom. In addition, ample opportunity for swimming or snorkeling. And that followed by a fantastic dinner. In short, a super experience!
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Herman
Sep 27, 2025
During this tour you will see that the sun is taking its last dive; great! - A top experience! An experience where nature and attention to guests come together. Keep it up Jiske, Peter and Sven! We will be back in January 2026; see you then!
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I9259oxtanjad
Sep 27, 2025
Grandiose - How much we enjoyed this tour with Top Service and Service from Peter, Jiske and Sven on their special boat with live aquarium!! In one word Grandiose. Highly recommended!!
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K4307hsmarinan
Sep 24, 2025
Book now 10/10 recommend - We highly recommend Aquaspace! Me and my husband celebrated his 40th birthday on Aquaspace. It was an unforgettable experience. The views the crew the food the people were amazing. Peter and Jiske took such good care of us and made us smile the whole day. You can tell how hard they work and enjoy their work and such good people they are. GOOD VIBES!!!The underwater observation deck was like nothing I've ever seen absolutely incredible. If you come to Bonaire you need to book this trip. 10/10
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Voyage30786839891
Sep 22, 2025
What a GREAT experience! - A beautiful catamaran with a piece of nostalgia from my childhood, revived with so much love by proud owners Jiske, Sven and Peter. What an experience you are warmly welcomed with a nice drink, and repeatedly asked if you are okay if you want to drink something else. So special to be able to see all kinds of undersea life including turtles, barracudas, exotic fish and beautiful corals, from your seat through glass all around. Like being in a 3D cinema movie! Nice snorkeling at small Bonaire, cooling though. And then a delicious starter with fresh tuna, a nice BBQ, prepared on the spot and for dessert homemade apple pie with whipped cream, what a party! What top care! We think this Aquaspace trip is a great success, we will definitely come again! Thank you for your excellent good care, you really do everything to please your guests, you put so much love and fun into it, thank you!
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From $130
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).