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Overall the Blue Lagoon is a great place to go and a great location at that. It's not a bad little trip for the money (considering how expensive everything else is). awestover89, February 13, 2022 in Bahamas. Pearl Island package from Nassau: Escape the crowds. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. CC Help Jenn It also made for some really good INSTAGRAM photo spots! It's open sea, not interior protected lagoon. Combined with tasty local Bahamian food and drink. But if you are visiting the Bahamas on a cruise and only have one day to experience Nassau, I dont think the Blue Lagoon should be at the top of your list. No steps except the restrooms Report inappropriate content Jessie B Maine Last time we went to Blue Lagoon the water was only 6 inches deep. The excursions in Nassau don't sound great and Atlantis is too expensive for time you get. So all in all - the water was pretty, the food good, the logistics getting there not so much and the treatment of beautiful sea animals not something I can feel good about. Travel to the Blue Lagoon Island where you can enjoy the beach, swim or float in a kayak. Your email address will not be published. Blue Lagoon Island is a small, private island located just off of Nassau, Bahamas. Thanks! At Dolphin Encounters, you have the once in a lifetime opportunity to play with dolphins before marveling at their spectacular leaps and bows, and meet amazing sea lions. Blue Lagoon Island is a small, private island located just off of Nassau, Bahamas. The kids were getting bored and when I tried asking where the ferry was, no one knew. First of all, we did just the pearl island snorkel, not the pearl island snorkel w/ treasure hunt. I'm not sure when you're going but I'll report back after my trip to let you know how Pearl Island was. I ended up booking the Pearl Island excursion for my March 5th cruise. Bring your own gear and enjoy the BL -- lots to do and see for adults Also note that if you take the yellowbird party boat (booze cruise), it goes to pearl island (but these people have a much better time because they get all-you-can drink alcohol and a meal that is all paid for). I never booked a cabana there, I didn't find any need to after my excursion there. Because we were so late, this was really hard to do. When seeing the dolphins in captivity - it was quite sad to see them circling around and around their small pens waiting to come out or be fed. Any recent reviews or opinions on these 3 locations? Lots to see and do! I noticed a Sail and Snorkel one in Nassau that may be fun as well. When I went couldn't choose what to do first. info@pearlislandbahamas.com. Leaning towards blue lagoon. You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By You can cancel your pass up until 11:59 p.m. the day before your arrival on their website, however, you can cancel by email up until 10 a.m. the day of your arrival. We are going to (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? :). Pearl Island looks smaller, so it may be less crowded. No one checks! WebYou can claim your own little piece of paradise, by settling into a shaded cabana with amazing views of the lighthouse and, of course, the impeccable service Pearl Island is known for. Beautiful beach. November 25, 2021 in Shore Excursions. The kids loved the inflatables and shallow water of the lagoon to play in. Display as a link instead, Im leaving for Nassau in 10 days!! Frequently called the "real Bahamas, Blue Lagoon has been an interesting part of The Bahamas' history and is one of the most well known of Nassau's natural attractions and tours. looks like a pretty island. The water is protected within the lagoon, crystal clear, not terribly deep, flat, and just perfect. We took the Blue Lagoon ship excursion this past November. There are 2 sides to the Blue Lagoon. One of the best beaches in the Bahamas can be found at Blue Lagoon Island, also known by its official name Salt Cay. Its also very costly so probably not something we are going to do every time we travel. I will let u know what we do..I am sure you could always change if I find something worth going too..I will let u know. The most recent was a few months ago. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Started June 21, 2021, By Here is a recap of our experience and then you can decide if its a good option for you. Disappointed? As mentioned a couple of guides take you out, and there's a good reef system out there, however, it is bleached. 43 Reviews Full Details Excursion Size:Small Excursion Type:Active, Water/Beach Food/Beverage:Not Included Activity Level:Moderate Excursion Duration:3+ Hours Taste of Nassau Cuisine and The pictures and website for Pearl Island look great but I saw quite a few negative reviews saying that the area is just not ready yet. What a disappointing day. Snorkeling starts near the lighthouse and they have a couple of guides to help you with gear, and point out fish, it lasted about 45 minutes. Nassau The buffet lunch served was delicious and the service very good. Once you get the Pearl Island, you can get all your gear (a mask, snorkel, fins, and a vest). Once at the BL those with VIP wrist bands walked to our designated beach down a winding path and we were handed a rum punch of sorts. I posted a review and pictures on my blog. Pasted as rich text. Beach Escape incl. WebBlue Lagoon Island, also known by its official name Salt Cay, has been an interesting part of The Bahamas history for centuries. We are doing the Dream at the end of March. The Blue Lagoon Island is, in fact, named Salt Cay but since it became a tourist attraction has become known by its main feature. The boat ride over is nice but they do may a quick stop at Margaritaville to pick up a few more passengers. Located just three miles from Nassau, it is now the You can only get there by Ferry and there are no vehicles on this small They have a beach bar (extra price) and a lunch (included) that was very tasty. We enjoyed the beach area and the food was amazing. We made lots of memories there, but wouldn't choose to do it a second time. Note- moot point. Includes a delicious barbecue lunch. We ended up booking Pearl Island via the cruiseline. And they say you only get one, but the nice guy at the drink station had no problem giving us refills. I have Please give your opinions. Not that Pearl Island does, but they are very close to areas that the tour boat operators use. But, unfortunately, you are there for about 3 and a half hours. I have some pictures of both excursions below. CC Help Jenn Escape to an unforgettable day! I'd like to know too. That saved me a ton of money! Balmoral uses the south side/ Sandals the North. But it is a beautiful ride, and a good opportunity for lots of beautiful pictures and good conversation with your party. i was leaning towards Pearl until I read it was not ready for visitors. I did the Blue Lagoon Beach excursion a couple years ago. The beach itself was beautiful but what I didnt like was it took us one hour to get ther We ended up booking Pearl Island via the cruiseline, You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By Also, you can spend the day enjoying one of the most secluded Nassau is the first day of the cruise so I don't want to get baked and have problems. Blue lagoon island was great I did swimming with the dolphins which was amazing. I had planned to stay on the ship next time I was in Nassau but it's been so long since I've cruised that now I booked Blue Lagoon, it had some decent reviews and was a good price. Im debating between the two. The island is small, but everyone seemed to be spread out and it never seemed crowded at all. Bahamas Local 2023. Bringing three grandchildren (7,10, 12) on a (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? I know they have snorkeling so there must be a deeper area on the other side for that. It was the best day of my whole trip and we didn't even "book" anything special, just layed out on the beach. When planning out your Bahamas getaway itinerary, be sure to include a ferry ride to Blue Lagoon Island. For the Blue Lagoon input, it was nice there as well. You are ready to leave the island within an hour and a half. Even the kids found enough to eat and not complain (for once!). Its the perfect cruise port excursion if you are stopping in Nassau for a day! I like that Balmoral is 5.5 hours long but my kids are so spoiled and swam with the dolphins so many times, its not even special to them anymore. We have 3 boys (18, 15, 11). And lets be honest, there are tons of beaches around Nassau! +The Atlantis, Bahamas Review The Good and the VERY Bad+What Its Really Like on an Alaskan Cruise+Review of Grand Hyatt Baha Mar Resort in Nassau, 2023 See Mama Travel - WordPress Theme by Kadence WP, How To Book Two Cruise Cabins For the Price of One. Snorkeling in Nassau: Water Temps in December? WebThe crystal clear waters surrounding Pearl Island is the perfect venue to explore these natural wonders. Thanks, your message has been sent successfully. WebView live webcams in Bahamas and see whats happening at popular beach resorts in the Caribbean. It's very family friendly and the inner lagoon makes it safe swimming for the kids, no matter what the weather conditons. Be sure to bring lots of sunscreen -- there are plenty of shaded areas, but the sun is strong this time of year. The lagoon is really shallow andyou can basically walk across the enitre thing to the other side. Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Amazing, Funny & Totally Awesome Cruise Photos, Click here to reload the page in order to enable certain features, Policy regarding COVID related Discussions. I just got off a cruise and we snorkled at pearl island. The stringray excursion and the treasure hunt are all also at Pearl Island, so there are a lot of people on the island, although you don't notice that many. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. We waited in a very long, slow line just off the ship for our tickets. Just looking for the best beach. At the Blue Lagoon the possibilities are endless. WebBlue Lagoon Island | Home of Dolphin Encounters - Nassau, Bahamas Experience the Real Bahamas on Blue Lagoon Island Home of Dolphin Encounters "Wow! Bahamas Balmoral, Pearl Island or Blue Lagoon Balmoral, Pearl Island or Blue Lagoon By Valmoisy, September 24, 2016 in Bahamas Share Valmoisy 147 Thanks for any input. There is an Aqua Park, a games area and also snorkeling. I want the most beautiful beach, don't care about swimming with dolphins but have an 11 yr old girl and a 6 yr old boy both very active. We are avid travelers who love discovering new areas and traveling in our Camper Van. You can snorkel for as long as you like, but upon getting out of the water, don't even think about needing a fresh water shower or jumping into the pooleverything on the island is salt water, including faucets in the bathroom, etc. I just got the beach day with lunch. Blue lagoon has easy access to all. As part of your day pass, you get a ticket for one pass through their buffet line. We got to the Island about 10:40-10:45. WebBlue Lagoon Dolphin Encounter Price: $155.00 Enjoy a great shallow water encounter with these lovable mammals, with access to the Blue Lagoon resort. I hear da beach & food is off da chains.Wapps dat ga get beat bad buddy!!!!! We found some hammocks in the shade on the adventure side that had some water floaty things and it was more of a lagoon, but then the other side was open ocean and gorgeous! Option 1: Pearl Island offers a beach break and snorkel (lighthouse climb). Blue Lagoon offers life vests of different sizes so kids and adults can use them to swim to the inflatable area. Clear editor. The water is clear and shallow - perfect for our 4 and 1 year olds. Here are some gorgeous photos of Blue Lagoon Island thatll probably make you want to check it out! document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Hello! Option 2: Blue lagoon offers beach and WebLocated just across the water from Paradise Island, about 3 miles northwest of Nassau, Blue Lagoon Island offers plenty of opportunities for rest, relaxation and fun in the sun. On the ride pack to port they will slow down and point out the waterfront homes of the rich and famous and historical sights. Beach shoes need outside the actual beach. Hello, The beach area at Blue Lagoon is what really makes this place perfect for families. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. This incredibly beautiful island has had a fascinating past and continues to be the number one attraction in Nassau/Paradise Island for activities with families and is wonderfully enlightening and educational excursion suited for children and adults alike. But at least the food was good. Pass through their buffet line instead, Im leaving for Nassau in 10 days!!. 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