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Experience Bonaire w/
Life at 8 Knots

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James & Julia Cognito Life at 8 Knots

Welcome Aboard!

We're James & Julia Cognito

We sailed thousands of nautical miles looking for a different way of life and found home on Bonaire. Now we get to share what we love most — sailing, diving, and life at a slower pace.

 

​Our goal is to make you feel like you are sailing with old friends, exploring new places.

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Experience Bonaire w/ Us

Sail Bonaire's turquoise waters. Dive into another world. Dream of the possibilities.

James Cognito Julia Cognito Life at 8 Knots

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DIVE

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DREAM

View all of our private charter packages & shared experiences aboard our sailing catamaran.

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Plan a valet-style dive experience from our catamaran, or Discover Scuba and dive for the first time!

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Dreaming of life on Bonaire? Explore our resources and honest advice for living your Caribbean Dream. 

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FEATURED PRIVATE EXPERIENCES

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Private Group Charter

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Our specialty! Curate your best day on Bonaire aboard the Lost Cat. We offer private half-day (4.5 hours) charters with lunch and full-day charters (7 hours) with a sunset dinner. Designed for smaller groups of 2-8 guests for maximum comfort. Enjoy the day sailing, eating freshly prepared food & beverages made to your preference, and checking off your wish list of activities. 

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1/2 Day starts at $850 

Full Day starts at $1450 

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Private Sunset Dinner Cruise w/ Chef Leonardo

Seaside dining at it's finest! Join us aboard for a 6 course surprise menu prepared by Chef Leonardo (Leo). Watch Bonaire's sky light up as you enjoy culinary treats inspired by dishes from around the world. For private groups of 2-8 guests. Let Chef Leo know your dietary restrictions.

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Private Boat Diving & PADI Courses

The most luxurious way to experience diving on Bonaire. Certified divers can add valet diving services to their private charter. Or, Discover Scuba for the first time with Captain James; a PADI Elite Instructor with over 30 years of teaching experience. No certification required!

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