Ocean Frontiers
Ocean Frontiers
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Introducing MV BONITA, a 37 foot Axopar boat available for private snorkeling/eco-adventure charters in the Turks & Caicos Islands. Our charters run on your schedule and are planned keeping your wishes and current weather conditions in mind to guarantee that you will have the best possible experience with us. Since 2018, MVBonita has been the vessel of choice of the selective traveler keen on exploring beyond the popular atractions near Grace Bay. With her modern, sporty, European design and the perfect day-charter deck-layout, she offers you very comfortable seating for up to 7 in the shade plus a generous sun lounger on the bow. Twin, super quiet, 300hp outboard engines and an exceptionally smooth riding hull, propell us swiftly to our spectacular snorkeling spots.
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos
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Brooke M
Princeton, NJ4 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
Ernesto was extremely prompt and helpful in all communications leading up to our charter, and provided an absolutely fantastic and highly memorable experience. The boat is beautiful and well maintained, and we enjoyed cliff jumping, snorkeling, cave swimming, finding starfish, and a gorgeous sunset over the water. Ernesto was clearly very experienced as a captain and is a skilled guide, and we felt very safe in his care for the day. He also found the right balance between being available and helpful, but allowing us some privacy to enjoy our time together as well. I highly recommend Ocean Frontiers and hope we can spend another day aboard the Bonita soon!!
Written February 17, 2020
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Dear BrookeM604,
I thank you very much for taking the time to write such a wonderful review about your time with Ocean Frontiers.
It makes me very happy to hear that you enjoyed yourselves so much.
I wish you guys all the best and look forward to welcoming you onboard again sometime soon.
Kind Regards,
Captn. Ernesto
Written February 18, 2020
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
nesbittravels
Raleigh, NC5 contributions
Jan 2023
Ernesto and Lynn were amazing - our group of 8 ( 4 parents, 4 young adults) booked a 6 hour full day and then 2 days later a 4 hour 1/2 day - both to West Caicos in January. The first day we saw a huge pod of dolphins hanging out and they followed us for a ways at the bow and jumping the wake behind. What I loved was when Ernesto saw how much fun we were having watching them and taking photos of the babies jumping he turned the boat around and went back to do it again, and again, and again! 3 passes through. We had asked for good snorkeling and cliff jumping and they delivered. Also had fun exploring the caves. We loved undeveloped West Caicos and we really loved their beautiful luxury boat. The 45 min boat ride was fast and fun and still worth it for the 4 hour trip. I loved their flexibility with only booking one trip per day so you can extend if you want and Ernesto was very clear upfront with estimates for fuel cost, etc. and his estimates were spot on.
Written January 16, 2023
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Hello nesbittravels,
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a wonderful and detailed review about your experience with us.
It was our pleasure having you on board MV Bonita and showing you some of our favorite places.
We wish you all the best and look forward to seeing you again sometime soon.
Capt. Ernesto and mate Lynn
Written February 9, 2023
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GA2445
Atlanta, GA27 contributions
Aug 2021
This is the fourth private charter boat we've done in Provo and while all have been great experiences, the Bonita is hands-down the best boat we've been on. It's comfortable, handles waves and chop easily, has plenty of room and spaces for sun and shade, and overall is very clean. Just perfect for day charters. Bluetooth into the sound system and get ready for a great time.
I also appreciated the ability to customize our day and bring our own catering. A quick stop at the Graceway Gourmet allowed us to choose our own food & beverage while the boat had plenty of ice, water, plates, cutlery, etc. Catering through Ocean Frontiers was an option, but we chose to bring our own; a nice option for sure. We even picked our departure time and chose to extend while out on the water. Gas is charged based on use. In other words - you pay for what you use and don't play games with boats trying to conserve fuel to increase their margins.
Ocean Frontiers departs out of Southside Marina, which was a $30 cab fare for us from our Grace Bay resort. Remember to have a cab called on your way back in.
Our trip started with a review of our cruising options for the day. We explained our prior trips and what we'd enjoyed. After reviewing a map of the islands, we chose a return trip to West Caicos for snorkeling, cliff jumping, cave exploration and relaxing. We pretty much had the area to ourselves and spotted a number of fish, rays, a school of squid and even a lemon shark.
While the Bonita itself is awesome, Capt. Ernesto and Lynn made the day even better. You can tell they truly care about nature and these waters. They took extra time to educate us on the reef and what we were seeing. Their interest and insight added to our experience.
Getting out on the water is one of the best things you can do on a Turks & Caicos trip. Don't hesitate to do so with Ocean Frontiers.
I also appreciated the ability to customize our day and bring our own catering. A quick stop at the Graceway Gourmet allowed us to choose our own food & beverage while the boat had plenty of ice, water, plates, cutlery, etc. Catering through Ocean Frontiers was an option, but we chose to bring our own; a nice option for sure. We even picked our departure time and chose to extend while out on the water. Gas is charged based on use. In other words - you pay for what you use and don't play games with boats trying to conserve fuel to increase their margins.
Ocean Frontiers departs out of Southside Marina, which was a $30 cab fare for us from our Grace Bay resort. Remember to have a cab called on your way back in.
Our trip started with a review of our cruising options for the day. We explained our prior trips and what we'd enjoyed. After reviewing a map of the islands, we chose a return trip to West Caicos for snorkeling, cliff jumping, cave exploration and relaxing. We pretty much had the area to ourselves and spotted a number of fish, rays, a school of squid and even a lemon shark.
While the Bonita itself is awesome, Capt. Ernesto and Lynn made the day even better. You can tell they truly care about nature and these waters. They took extra time to educate us on the reef and what we were seeing. Their interest and insight added to our experience.
Getting out on the water is one of the best things you can do on a Turks & Caicos trip. Don't hesitate to do so with Ocean Frontiers.
Written August 18, 2021
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Dear GA2445
Thank you so much for writing such a wonderful and detailed review about your experience on MV Bonita.
It was truly our pleasure having you on board and showing you some of our favorite places.
I thank you again and look forward to welcoming you again sometime soon!
Best,
Captain Ernesto and Lynn
Written August 20, 2021
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Kathryn
3 contributions
Jun 2021 • Family
Hands down one of the BEST charters we’ve ever been on! Captain Ernesto and First Mate Lynn were beyond spectacular!! They are knowledgeable, safety conscious, and adventurous all rolled into one beautiful experience! Captain Ernesto took time (even pulled out a book full of glorious photos) to explain the different life cycles of the magnificent fish my niece and daughter saw in abundance while snorkeling. Lynn made sure to educate the girls on different caves and hermit crabs...we also got a hands on lesson concerning cushion starfish. We spent the day in several spots, on a few cliffs, as well as islands AWAY from all the hustle and bustle of crowded resort beaches! It was a day in paradise all to OURSELVES thanks to Capt. Ernesto, Lynn, and Pete the pelican. We are so grateful to have chosen such an insightful crew!! Will definitely book again!
Written June 27, 2021
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Dear Worldtravelers1234-1
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a wonderful and detailed review about your experience on MV Bonita.
I am so glad you enjoyed yourselves and very excited to see that Pelican Pete got his first mention in a review!! ;))
It was our pleasure having you on board MV Bonita and we hope to see you again sometime soon!
Kind Regards,
Capt. Ernesto, Lynn and Pelican Pete
Written July 3, 2021
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Andrea
3 contributions
Nov 2020 • Friends
Ocean Frontiers was great! Communication was excellent. Ernesto replied to my emails right away and answered all my questions. Was very punctual picking up up and we had the best day! The boat was better then pictures, beautiful, super clean and comfortable. In our group we were 8 adults and it was perfect. We requested snacks and drinks and he purchased everything and the snacks were delicious, plentiful and well presented. We had opportunity to have lunch at a local beach restaurant and the food was excellent. I highly recommend Ocean Frontiers and if we return to Turks would definitely use them again. Thank you for a wonderful day!
Written November 6, 2020
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Dear andloa82,
Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review about your experience with us.
It was our pleasure having you on board and it makes us very happy to hear that you enjoyed yourselves.
I will pass on your compliments to the caterer (Top o’ the Cove Deli) as well.
I thank you again and look forward to welcome you on board MV Bonita again sometime soon.
Kind Regards,
Capt. Ernesto and Lynn
Written November 7, 2020
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Robert M
Dallas, TX8 contributions
Jun 2021
Great experience with Ocean Frontiers. Just returned from TCI and we booked an excursion with Ocean Frontiers for a fun family day of snorkeling, cliff jumping, exploring some caves, and remote beaches. Captain Ernesto and Lynn are super nice and very accommodating to plan your day around exactly what you'd like to do. The boat is extremely clean and well kept, a more luxurious feel for your excursion. I'd say it's a good size for families/groups in the 4-8 range, and very comfortable for that many guests. We are a family of 4 with older teenagers (17 & 19), and it was a perfect setup for us. The boat is easily reachable at South Side Marina, 10-15 minutes from majority of Grace Bay Beach area. After arrival we discussed options for the day and made our plan with Ernesto and Lynn. A quick safety briefing and on our way. We've been snorkeling several times but certainly not experts, and Ernesto and Lynn were very helpful as we went through all our days activities. With the Trade Winds blowing fairly strong while we were there, we decided on West Caicos and went to good snorkeling spots that were protected from the wind. (Side note, boat handles very nicely in choppy seas with wind we had and no concerns on the trip out to other islands...). It was a great day on the water and to see more of the surrounding islands, and have some fun adventure with the whole family. I'd definitely recommend booking your excursion with Ocean Frontiers and taking a day to explore around the islands while in TCI. A great addition to any vacation to Grace Bay.
Written June 14, 2021
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Dear robertmQ7632QE
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a wonderful and detailed review about your experience on MV Bonita.
It was our pleasure having you on board and it makes us very happy that you enjoyed yourselves.
I wish you all the best and hope to see you again sometime soon!
Kind Regards,
Captain Ernesto and Lynn
Written June 19, 2021
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
David E
1 contribution
Feb 2020
If you are looking for an awesome private snorkeling and sight seeing charter then you need to consider Ocean Frontier and Captain Ernesto. I found this charter on line and reached out to Ernesto about setting up a family outing. He was quick to respond and worked with me on the specifics of what we were looking for. Ernesto picked us up at our Villa and provide the transportation to the marina where he docks his boat. His boat was very accommodating for our group of 5 adults. There was plenty of room and even though is was fairly windy the day we went out this boat rides smoothly over the waves. We wanted to snorkel and cliff jump and Ernesto took us to the perfect place to do both of those activities. He even took us to a cave where we could swim into it and take pictures. We saw turtles, colorful fish and swan with two large barracuda. Very exciting. He then suggested a private beach where we hunted for star fish and found numerous brightly colored ones to hold and take pictures. Our half day excursion was definitely one of the highlights of our visit to Provo. Thanks Ernesto for providing us with a great memory.
Written February 26, 2020
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Dear D6815TOdavide,
Thank you very much for taking the time to write such a wonderful review about your experience with Ocean Frontiers. It makes me very happy to hear that you enjoyed yourselves so much.
I wish you all the best and look forward to welcoming you on board MV Bonita again sometime soon.
Best regards,
Capt. Ernesto
Written February 27, 2020
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Mark S
Mount Pleasant, SC161 contributions
Jan 2022
Capt. Ernesto and Lynn took our group of 7 out for a day on the water and were fantastic. From the moment we emailed them about the trip through our day on the water they delivered top notch communication and were super easy to work with. The wind was not conducive to the ideal itinerary on our scheduled day, but they were flexible and had fun backup plans that we could do that still made for a great day. The MV Bonita is a VERY nice boat that is well appointed and very comfortable to ride. This was one of our favorite days on the trip and we would definitely use them again when we're back on island!
Written March 30, 2022
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Dear Mark,
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a wonderful review about your experience on MV Bonita.
It makes us very happy to hear that you enjoyed yourselves and we look forward to welcome you on board again sometime soon.
Best,
Capt. Ernesto and Lynn
Written March 31, 2022
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CMA510
Valdosta, GA8 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
Perfect Day on the water! From start to finish, Captain Ernesto was professional in every way. Booking and planning our day was a breeze, and our family of four (2 boys ages 12 and 15) could not have asked for a better way to see the islands. His boat was beautiful and in pristine condition, and we had a wonderful day in West Caicos snorkeling, cliff jumping, and looking for starfish on a gorgeous, deserted beach. Not only did Ernesto take care of us on the boat, he also came in the water with us and made sure everyone was ok and staying in the right areas. This day was the highlight of our trip and we highly recommend Captain Ernesto and Ocean Frontiers TCI!
Written January 4, 2020
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Dear CMA510
Thank you so much for taking some of your precious vacation time to write such a wonderful review.
It was my pleasure having your family onboard MV Bonita and sharing some of the beautiful remote corners of our islands.
I wish you a pleasant holiday and have a safe trip home.
Hope to see you again sometime soon.
Kind Regards,
Captn. Ernesto
Written January 5, 2020
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Stacey B
2 contributions
Dec 2021
We have been traveling to Turks and Caicos for over 10 years and have used many boat charters. After just one trip on Ocean Frontiers it quickly moved to the top of our “favorite things to do in Turks” list. Ernesto’s boat is absolutely beautiful, spacious and comfortable and along with his first mate Lynn, they make the experience memorable for guests of all ages. This is not a one size fits all boat trip - since their incredible knowledge of the surrounding islands offer guests customization and flexibility based on your groups interests and the weather conditions. We all loved our 1/2 day boat trip and were taken to 2 breathtaking locations to snorkel that we had never seen before as well as a secluded island to enjoy a picnic lunch. I could not recommend Ocean Frontiers more to travelers both new to Turks and Caicos or who have traveled here for many years!
Written January 3, 2022
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Dear Stacey,
Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a lovely review about your experience on MV Bonita.
It’s always a pleasure having you guys on board and showing you some of our favorite spots around the islands.
I wish you all the best for 2022 and hope to see you again sometime soon.
Best,
Capt. Ernesto and Lynn
Written January 9, 2022
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
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