Snorkeling at Aquário Natural (Baía Bonita)

Aquário Natural is the snorkeling activity that takes place in Baía Bonita River in Bonito MS Brazil. Out of the options that include the rivers' springs, this one is closest to downtown, making it easy and quick to get to.

It is considered the best snorkeling option for children and beginners, because it offers lots of extra support. The environment itself is filled with colorful fish and plants, which work together to make a gorgeous underwater view.

Aquário Natural means Natural Aquarium and the place has this name because all the life and colors make you feel like you are snorkeling inside a well decorated aquarium.

OPERATION*:

- When you arrive at the main areas, hand your voucher to the front desk staff;
- Pay attention to the directions about time and group organization, since there are never more than 9 people at once;
- At the activity's time, the guide will get the group together to give more directions and hand out the included equipment: Wetsuit, mask, snorkel, and shoes;
- The group can use the changing rooms to get ready and leave personal belongings in the lockers provided;
- Once everyone is ready, the group goes over to the pool where the guide will review basic snorkeling techniques, explain Bonito snorkeling rules, and give people a chance to practice;
- When leaving the pool, everyone goes through a quick rinse off and starts the 10-to-20-minute walk to Baía Bonita River;
- Snorkeling begins at the river springs and goes almost all the way to the end, about 900 meters total;
- The guide leads the group in the water the entire time;
- Aside from the guide, there is always someone following the group on a rowboat for extra support;
- When the snorkeling portion ends, sometimes there is a zipline or nature walk to see animals;
- Once the group is back to the main areas, everyone is free to change back and return the equipment;
- Lunch, when included, may be before or after activity, depending on the scheduled time;
*This whole operation usually lasts 2 hours and 30 minutes, but it may vary due to weather conditions and/or specific group needs;

FACILITIES:

- Changing rooms with lockers, no showers
- Restrooms
- Souvenirs shop
- Restaurant
- Pool
- Hottub
- Green space
- Pillows area

WHAT TO BRING:

- Swimwear
- Towel
- Underwater camera
- Cash for general expenses
- Insect repellent and sun lotion (Even though they are not allowed while snorkeling in itself, you may want them during your time at the main areas, before and/or after snorkeling)

AGES:

This activity is good for all ages. Very small children may have to stay on the boat instead of snorkeling in the water.

PRICE:

Per person

TRANSPORTATION:

Not included, talk to us about including it

LUNCH:

Not included, talk to us about including it

DISTANCE FROM DOWNTOWN BONITO:

Around 7 km out of which 5 are not paved