Category: Caribbean

BLUE LAGOON ISLAND BEACH & SEA LION ENCOUNTER

Excursion Details

A private isle located about five kilometres from Nassau, Blue Lagoon Island is home to an array of marine life. On this excursion lasting approximately four hours, you won’t just spot some of that wonderful marine life – you’ll actually get to meet to one of the island’s most charming residents: the sea lion.

Begin with a boat ride from the port of approximately 45 minutes, transferring you to Blue Lagoon Island, also known as Salt Cay after its lagoon acted as a salt marsh prior to the 19th century. Having been divided into smaller groups, it’s then time to move to custom-made platforms placed waist-deep in the lagoon, where you’ll be able to interact with sea lions for around 15 minutes, while the experience is captured on camera. During your time on the island, you’ll also be able to spot other ocean-dwellers like Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, nurse sharks and southern stingrays in their natural environment.

Finally, head to Blue Lagoon Island Beach and enjoy approximately three hours of free time. Take a dip or sit back and relax on a lounge chair before the return boat trip back to the port, lasting around 45 minutes.

Important Information: Guests will be required to wash their hands before and after the animal interaction. Guests must be at least 8 years of age and 1.22 (4 ft.) in height to take part.

Children between 8 and 12 years of age must be accompanied by a paying participating adult while they are in the water. Upon completion of the programme, you will have free access to the lagoon beach. All food and beverages and/or water sports are at an additional cost. All participating guests will be asked to sign a waiver which may be available only in English. Blue Lagoon Island accepts Cash, VISA, Mastercard and Discover cards. Free Wi-Fi is available on the island. Pregnant women cannot participate on this tour. The level of the tide depends on the weather conditions.

The transfer to and from Blue Lagoon takes approximately 45 minutes by ferry each way. This tour lasts a minimum of 4 hours. However, depending on your ship timing in port and daylight hours, it is subject to be extended further. Final tour duration for your call will be confirmed once onboard. Tour price stays unchanged as Blue Lagoon currently only offers one set of rates. There is no differentiation between half and full day rates

ADULTS ONLY BEACH ESCAPE ON BLUE LAGOON ISLAND

Excursion Details

An outing that’s just for the grown-ups, this getaway transports guests to Blue Lagoon Island – a private isle located around five kilometres from Nassau – for approximately four hours of relaxation and indulgence on a child-free beach.

Your excursion begins with an approximately 45-minute boat journey to Blue Lagoon Island, also known as Salt Cay – a name stretching back to before the 19th century, when its lagoon was used as a salt marsh. Once on dry land, you’ll be welcomed with a Bahama Mama cocktail as you begin your island escape, lasting about three hours.

On the adults-only beach, you can use a butler service, sip soft drinks and make good use of umbrellas and lounge chairs, before a buffet lunch under the palms. If you feel like being more active, rent a clear-bottom kayak, snorkel gear, paddleboard or paddleboat (at extra charge) and head out into the water. A transfer of about 45 minutes then takes you back to the ship.

Important Information: Guests must be at least 18 years of age to take part. Guests are recommended to wear swimwear under comfortable clothing. Blue Lagoon Island accepts Cash, VISA, Mastercard and Discover cards. Free Wi-Fi is available on the island. Guests should remain cautious of any rocks on the beach. The level of the tide depends on the weather conditions.

The transfer to and from Blue Lagoon takes approximately 45 minutes by ferry each way. Depending on the weather, your beach location may change from the ocean side to the lagoon to provide the best experience. This tour lasts a minimum of 4 hours. However, depending on your ship timing in port and daylight hours, it is subject to be extended further.

Final tour duration for your call will be confirmed once onboard. Tour price stays unchanged as Blue Lagoon currently only offers one set of rates. There is no differentiation between half and full day rates

BLUE LAGOON ISLAND BEACH DAY

Sit back and soak up the sun on Blue Lagoon Island Beach during a laid-back getaway lasting approximately four hours. Break up the day by swimming, eating lunch under coconut palms, sipping a tropical drink or paddling around the historic lagoon.

Excursion Details

Beach days are all about enjoying the sun and unwinding and this excursion, lasting around four hours, lets guests do just that by transporting them to a private island in the Bahamas. Begin by boarding a ferry to Blue Lagoon Island, a historic isle also known as Salt Cay, where pirates once culled salt from the lagoon. A journey of approximately 45 minutes (which may include a brief stop at the Paradise Island Ferry Terminal) transports you to the white sands of the island.

Then, simply start relaxing for approximately three hours. Your time could be spent lounging on a beach chair or perhaps enjoying the clear waters. For ease, a buffet lunch is included with the excursion, and additional refreshments are available for purchase. To take things up a notch, try some games or rent a kayak, water bike or paddleboat (all at an extra charge) and float around the lagoon.

You can also purchase local souvenirs in gift shops or the Bahamian Village shopping areas, before the approximately 45-minute ferry ride back to the port.

Important Information: It is recommended to bring camera, sun protection, cash/credit cards, towel. No alcohol before water activities. Guests prone to motion sickness should take precautions. Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by one paying adult on the island.

It is recommended to wear swimsuit under cover-up or light clothing, flip-flops, sandals, shoes with non-slip soles, hat and sunglasses. Blue Lagoon Island accepts Cash, VISA, Mastercard and Discover cards. Free Wi-Fi is available on the island. The level of the tide depends on the weather conditions. The transfer to and from Blue Lagoon takes approximately 45 minutes by ferry each way. This tour lasts a minimum of 4 hours. However, depending on your ship timing in port and daylight hours, it is subject to be extended further.

Final tour duration for your call will be confirmed once onboard. Tour price stays unchanged as Blue Lagoon currently only offers one set of rates. There is no differentiation between half and full day rates

DOLPHINS ENCOUNTER AT BLUE LAGOON

Get up-close to an Atlantic bottlenose dolphin on a trip to Blue Lagoon Island lasting approximately four hours. As well as interacting with and learning more about these extraordinary creatures, there’s also time set aside for other activities, including visiting the beach, enjoying a complimentary lunch and visiting an aqua park.
Excursion Details

Among the most intelligent and playful creatures on the planet, the Atlantic bottlenose dolphin is a joy to observe and to be around. This excursion, lasting about four hours, allows guests to interact with these magnificent marine mammals and learn more about them on Blue Lagoon Island, a private isle found around five kilometres from Nassau.

Your dolphin meetup starts with an approximately 45-minute ferry journey from Nassau Harbour to Blue Lagoon Island. Once on the island, you’ll be given an orientation course that covers information about bottlenose dolphins, how they are trained and ocean conservation efforts. You’ll then make your way to a platform that’s submerged waist-deep in the water, ready for approximately 15 minutes of time spent interacting with a dolphin under the watchful eye of a trainer.

Afterwards, make the most of approximately three hours to enjoy Blue Lagoon Island, which could include relaxing on the beach, swimming in the lagoon, savouring a complimentary Bahamian lunch, making a splash in an aqua park (entry to the park is included in the excursion cost) or even viewing sea lions, stingrays and other marine creatures (time permitting).

A ferry ride of about 45 minutes then makes the transfer back to the port.

Important Information: Guests will be required to wash their hands before and after the animal interaction.

It is recommended that guests bring a bathing suit, water shoes, towels, sunscreen, and cash or credit cards for any additional purchases. Guests will be required to sign a waiver which may only be available in English. To ensure the safety of the animals and guests, personal cameras, cell phones, Go Pros, or other electronic devices, cannot be brought onto the platform during the animal interaction. The minimum height for the aqua park is 48 inches. Blue Lagoon Island accepts Cash, VISA, Mastercard and Discover cards.

Free Wi-Fi is available on the island. The level of the tide depends on the weather conditions. The transfer to and from Blue Lagoon takes approximately 45 minutes by ferry each way. Guests who are pregnant are not permitted to participate on this tour. This tour lasts a minimum of 4 hours. However, depending on your ship timing in port and daylight hours, it is subject to be extended further.

Final tour duration for your call will be confirmed once onboard. Tour price stays unchanged as Blue Lagoon currently only offers one set of rates. There is no differentiation between half and full day rates.

LAND AND SEA

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With its hilly landscape, sandy white beaches and a history stretching back to 1670, there’s a lot to see in Nassau. This excursion of approximately three hours lets you experience the capital of the Bahamas from both the land and the sea.

Begin by setting sail from Paradise Island Harbour in your motorized catamaran. Spend approximately one hour gliding across the harbour, sipping on a complimentary fruit punch and enjoying open bar services. As you sail, look out for lighthouses, celebrity homes and even superyachts.

Once back on dry land, walk for approximately 15 minutes to the bus and make the short drive to 18th-century Fort Fincastle, which sits on Bennett’s Hill and overlooks Nassau. During the drive, you’ll pass Government House – official residence of the Governor General – Gregory’s Arch (a chiselled, stone structure from the 1850s) and Fort Montagu (an 18th-century limestone coastal fort). Once arrived at Fort Fincastle, there’s a stop of 25 minutes to view the Queen’s Staircase – 66 steps carved out of limestone.

Next is a short drive to Atlantis Paradise Island beach resort, where you’ll stop for approximately 45 minutes for free time and shopping before a journey of about 15 minutes returns to the port.

Important Information: Fort Fincastle will be closed for construction starting March 2025, therefore affecting access to the nearby Queen’s Staircase. As a result, the tour will be re-routed to Fort Charlotte (outdoor view only). Guests may choose to enter for an additional charge, time-permitting

NASSAU BEACH BREAK AND SIGHTSEEING

Combine a sightseeing tour with time to stretch out on the beach during this excursion, lasting around four and a half hours. After viewing local sights and attractions on the west of the island from a bus, you’ll have several hours at a beach, with lunch included.
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Feel the sand between your toes on this excursion of approximately four and a half hours. After a stroll of about 15 minutes from your ship to the bus, set off on an approximately 30-minute sightseeing tour. Then continue on to Sandyport Beach, a beach on Nassau’s northern coastline that’s perfect for indulging in some relaxation and leisure time.

Once arrived, settle into a beach break of approximately three hours. Enjoy the beachfront location, which opens out directly onto the palm-lined sands of a beach, with the Atlantic Ocean just steps away. Lunch is also included, with additional snacks and drinks available to purchase.

Afterwards, reboard the bus for another sightseeing drive of about 30 minutes, ending at the port, where it takes approximately 15 minutes to disembark and walk back to the ship.

Important Information: It is recommended that guests bring a bathing suit, sunscreen, a towel, and cash or credit cards for any additional purchases

EXPLORE NASSAU CITY WALKING TOUR

Put on your walking shoes and follow a guide around downtown Nassau on this excursion, lasting approximately 90 minutes. Major sights like the Queen’s Staircase, Fort Fincastle and the House of Assembly are all included on the itinerary.

Excursion Details

Get to know modern Nassau while also learning more about the city’s past on this excursion, lasting approximately 90 minutes. A local Bahamian guide will take you on a walking tour past some of the capital’s most famous sights.

After disembarking, walk for about 15 minutes to meet your guide and start the tour of downtown Nassau. Spend around one hour strolling past some of the city’s most significant structures and sights. These will include the pink-and-white, neoclassical-styled House of Assembly, where you’ll find out more about how the Bahamas is governed.

There’s also the chance to take a photo of Queen Victoria’s statue before moving on to Fort Fincastle, which has perched on Bennett’s Hill since the late 18th century and offers sweeping views of Nassau. Swing by the Queen’s Staircase (named after Queen Victoria) and walk up its 66 limestone steps before the tour concludes with an approximately 15-minute walk back to the ship.

Important Information: it is recommended that guests wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a hat or sunglasses. Guests will walk approximately 1.5 miles on paved and un-paved surfaces.

Guests will also walk up the Queens Staircase, which is 66 steps. Fort Fincastle will be closed for construction starting from March 2025, which may affect the nearby Queen’s Staircase. As a result, guests may not be able to climb to the top of the staircase

TASTE OF NASSAU

Get a taste of Nassau by trying local delicacies and tea on an excursion lasting approximately three and a half hours. Stops include a factory that makes rum cakes, a local tea spot and a distillery, before sitting down for a meal.

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One of the best ways to learn about a city is to try both its cuisines and its drinks. This food-focused excursion of approximately three and half hours features insights on producing rum cakes at a local factory, plus visits to a tearoom, a distillery and a restaurant, ensuring that guests get their fill of Nassau while also learning about Bahamian food and drink.

Begin by allowing approximately 15 minutes to leave your ship, make a short walk and board a bus, before a drive of around 15 minutes to a rum cake factory. Spend about 15 minutes here on a tour, sampling this delicious delicacy and perhaps even buying some to take home. Reboard the bus and drive for about 15 minutes to Tasty Teas. Sample different teas and tuck into conch fritters (made from marine snails and vegetables) and conch bites over approximately 30 minutes.

Next is a drive of around 15 minutes to John Watling’s Distillery for an approximately 30-minute session tasting local rums and touring the venue, learning more about the rum distilling and production process. This is followed by a drive of about 15 minutes to the Bahama Grill restaurant, where you’ll enjoy a local Bahamian lunch over approximately 30 minutes.

Finally, there’s a drive of around 15 minutes back to the port, featuring more sightseeing along the way. Once arrived, approximately 15 minutes is allocated to disembark and bus and walk back to the ship.

Important Information:Guests are advised to wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for walking. Dietary restrictions and allergies should be communicated in advance. The order of stops may vary. This excursion is not suitable for guests with severe shellfish allergies due to food tastings involving conch fritters and bites