Nassau: Pearl Island Reef Snorkeling + Beach Day & Bahamian Lunch
Back at the ship by about 1:50 pm, 2 h 40 min before all aboard. That keeps your 1 h safety margin with 1 h 40 min to spare.
Safety margin
- 8:00 amShip docks in Nassau20 min to get off the ship and through the terminal
- 8:20 amLeave the pierAbout 15 min to the start point
- 8:35 amEarliest tour startTour runs 5 h. Latest sensible start: 10:15 am.
- 1:35 pmTour ends15 min back to the pier
- 1:50 pmBack at the gangway2 h 40 min before all aboard
- 4:30 pmAll aboardGangway closes; the ship won't wait for independent tours
Estimates based on the tour's longest published duration, our researched travel times and typical pier queues. Confirm the departure time on the booking page and keep your watch on ship's time.
About this tour
- Scenic Roundtrip Ferry Transportation
- A Guided Snorkeling Adventure Through the Coral Reef
- Kayaks, Stand-up Paddleboards
- Floating Water Mats
- Traditional Bahamian Lunch
- Access to Iconic Lighthouse
- Two White-Sand Beaches to Enjoy
- Shaded Decks & Beach Chairs
- Full Bathroom Facilities
- Fresh-water Showers
Max 50 per group English
What's included
- Shaded decks & beach chairs
- Kayaks & stand-up paddleboards
- On-site gift shop access
- Full bathroom facilities
- Traditional Bahamian lunch served on the island
- Round-trip ferry transfer from Nassau
- Floating Water Mats
- Access to the iconic Pearl Island lighthouse
- Guided snorkeling adventure incl. equipment
- Access to two white-sand beaches to Enjoy
Not included
- Locker rentals (available as add-on)
- Aqua Park (available as add-on)
- Beverages (available at the bar)
Meeting point and getting there
Start point
Your adventure begins at the Paradise Island Ferry Terminal, located at the East Dock right behind Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville on Paradise Island – just between the two bridges connecting Paradise Island and Nassau.
Please check in 15 minutes before your scheduled departure.
Your adventure begins at the Paradise Island Ferry Terminal, located at the East Dock right behind Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville on Paradise Island – just between the two bridges connecting Paradise Island and Nassau.
Please check in 15 minutes before your scheduled departure.
From the cruise pier
About 15 min by taxi
Allow 20 min to get off the ship first. Taxi fares and pier details.
Returns
Back to the start point
Good to know
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. If the operator cancels for bad weather, you can rebook or get a full refund.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Pearl Island is cashless — credit and debit cards only
- No outside food or drinks permitted (baby food and formula excepted)
- What to bring: swimwear, beach towel, sun protection, hat & sunglasses | credit or debit card, camera | a spare set of clothes (just in case)
- Children 3 and under: complimentary
- Guests 17 and under must be accompanied by a paying adult
- All guests participating in the snorkel tour must be 8 years or older.
- Proof of age required — photo ID needed
- Departure: Paradise Island Ferry Terminal (East Dock, behind Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville)
- Please check-in 15 minutes before your booked departure time
Traveler reviews
Operated by Pearl Island Bahamas. Prices, availability and tour details come from the booking partner and can change; the booking page is authoritative.
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