Start your day with a 40-minute scenic boat ride through historic Nassau Harbor on a high-speed ferry to Blue Lagoon Island. Enjoy this private island at your leisure. Swim on a pristine beach, just relax and lounge in a double hammock or enjoy activities like volleyball and beach soccer. You can also visit the Dolphin Encounter’s facility and observe friendly Bahamian Atlantic bottlenose dolphins, sea lions, and southern stingrays in their natural habitat. Enjoy a complimentary lunch and soft drink – tropical drinks are available at the bar for an additional cost. Enjoy use of inner tubes and noodles. Other non-motorized equipment and activities such as kayaks and inflatable aqua and bounce parks are available for an additional fee.

Aquaventure, Atlantis Paradise Island’s Water Park, is a one-of-a-kind 141 acre waterscape. Aquaventure features over twenty million gallons of water, thrilling high-speed water slides like the Mayan Temple and the 7-story Power Tower, a mile long river ride with rolling rapids, a spectacular kids water-play fort, 20 swimming areas, refreshing pools, and access to the most beautiful beaches in the Caribbean! Plus access to view the renowned Atlantis marine habitat, home to more than 50,000 fish representing 250 species and the Caribbean’s largest casino and stroll through Marina Village, a charming and vibrant marketplace featuring 20 retail shops, restaurants, and local entertainment for a distinctly Bahamian vacation experience.

This tour offers the ideal combination of sailing and snorkeling. After a short stroll, you’ll board your catamaran, which features a shaded lounge and spacious deck, for a cruise through historic Nassau Harbor en route to one of two spectacular reefs. Here, you’ll see natural coral reefs teaming with the ocean’s wildlife on a snorkel adventure.

During your sail, you’ll receive your snorkel gear and instructions from the knowledgeable crew, who will accompany you into the water to ensure your safety and enjoyment. Guests will receive complimentary fruit punch & water after snorkeling. Onboard beverages purchases from our bar can be made with a major credit card. No cash purchases.

Cruise to Blue Lagoon Island on a sleek double-decker ferry for an up-close encounter with Atlantic bottlenose dolphins at an American Humane-certified facility. Upon arriving at the island, which is also known as Salt Cay, you will first learn about the characteristics and behavior of dolphins, such as how they communicate and use echolocation to hunt prey. Once in the water, you will stand on a waist-deep submerged platform that allows easy access to these highly intelligent marine mammals. A trainer will be on hand to recommend the best ways to interact with and touch the dolphins. You can expect an unforgettable experience as dolphins are naturally curious and social. During the two hours or so of beach time that follows, you might settle into a lounge chair and bask in the sun, take a refreshing swim, and snorkel in the turquoise sea. There are also shops in the Bahamian village nearby.

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Indulge in foods synonymous with Bahamian cuisine at three iconic locations downtown. The culinary experience will begin at Bahamian Cookin’, a restaurant that three generations of Bahamian women have operated for more than four decades. The tastings offered there will be wonderfully traditional and likely include conch fritters, a tomato-based steamed chicken and Bahamian-style peas and rice. Dessert will be served at Graycliff Chocolatier, a chocolate-making factory that processes local cacao beans to create mouth-watering sweets with a Bahamian twist. Some of the chocolates contain fruit such as mango and limes; others are made with more unusual ingredients such as sea grapes and bacon. Over a tropical-inspired drink at the Talking Stick Bar & Restaurant at the Towne Hotel, you will learn about the history of Nassau and icons such as the Christ Church Anglican Cathedral. Another tasting awaits you at the Captain’s Deck, a restaurant just steps from Prince George Wharf.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Savor tastings of iconic Bahamian dishes, sweets and beverages at three unique locations.
• Snack on traditional conch fritters and zesty steamed chicken at Bahamian Cookin’.
• Sample a selection of rich creamy chocolates at the Graycliff Chocolatier.
• Enjoy a drink at the Towne Hotel bar and a third tasting at the Captain’s Deck restaurant.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

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Savor a Bahamian-influenced four-course luncheon at the five-star restaurant in Graycliff, a landmark 18th-century hotel. A short walk will bring you to this legendary property that over the centuries has hosted royalty and countless celebrities. The master sommelier will lead you through the remarkable wine cellar, which holds a collection of a quarter-million bottles from thousands of international vintners, including a 1727 vintage that is one of the world’s most expensive wines. A champagne cocktail and amuse-bouches will be served to whet your appetite for the extraordinary dining experience that follows. Thoughtfully selected wines will be paired with the first two courses, which will have a distinct Bahamian flair. Port wines will be paired with the last two courses – a selection of cheeses and a dessert. After dining, you can explore this extraordinary property that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and browse the gift shop, as well.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Tour the 250,000-bottle wine cellar at Graycliff, a colonial-era hotel and restaurant.
• Whet your appetite with a champagne cocktail and amuse-bouches.
• Savor a Bahamian-influenced four-course luncheon in the elegant Graycliff Restaurant.
• Enjoy a thoughtfully chosen wine with each course, two of them being port wines.
• Browse the property after dining and shop if you wish.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Cruise to subtropical Rose Island to relax on the beach and interact with its most well-known residents—a passel of cute, friendly pigs that will swim out into the ocean to greet you. On the way there, you will see many of the attractions around Nassau’s harbor and hear tales of the domesticated pigs that inhabit Rose Island. The pigs have been pampered since they were babies and love attention, so be ready for a fun, up-close and personal experience. Once you wade into the shallow waters, you can expect the pigs to approach, knowing that food awaits. The guide will show you how to feed the pigs and the best ways to interact with them while swimming. The pigs couldn’t be cuter or more enthusiastic about the attention. You will also have time to enjoy activities such as beach volleyball, a refreshing swim in the sea and lounging about while Caribbean music plays in the background.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Admire the gorgeous scenery on a leisurely cruise to Rose Island.
• Swim with the friendly pigs that live on the island and feed them if you wish.
• Relax on the island’s idyllic beach and take a refreshing swim in the sea.

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Cruise to idyllic Pearl Island on a catamaran for a relaxing beach escape with the opportunity to swim with a passel of pigs on a neighboring island. It won’t take long to reach Pearl Island as it lies just a few miles east of Nassau’s harbor. You will spend hours on this slender oasis that boasts two beaches. Feel free to bask in the sun on a comfortable lounge chair, swim in the turquoise sea and enjoy watersports such as kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding. In time, the catamaran will bring you to nearby Athol Island, whose only residents are pigs. They are used to human contact and soon after you enter the water they will swim out to greet you. The guide will recommend the best ways to interact with these friendly pigs, who are excellent swimmers. The experience will provide plenty to talk about over a traditional Bahamian lunch back on Pearl Island.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Spend hours relaxing however you please on the beach on nearby Pearl Island.
• Swim with the friendly pigs that live on neighboring Athol Island.
• Enjoy a hearty Bahamian lunch and use the kayaks and stand-up paddle boards if you like.
• Cruise to the islands just east of Nassau Harbor on a catamaran.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Experience the best of Nassau on this exciting & historically jam-packed 3-hour tour by Land and Sea; highlighted by a visit to the world-famous Atlantis Resort. Your exploration begins at the Prince George Dock aboard the custom Seahorse Catamaran. You will start with a leisurely cruise through the crystal teal waters of Paradise Island Harbor, As you sip cocktails from the complimentary open bar, take in the stunning sights of Atlantis, picturesque lighthouses and glamorous celebrity homes. Enjoy the island music as your guide keeps you thoroughly entertained while pointing out Historic sites including Hog Island Lighthouse, Fort Montagu, The Nassau Sailing Club, The Cloisters and many others. You will return to the dock and continue your adventure aboard air-conditioned transport. Along the way you will make stops at the historic Fort Charlotte, where you will have time to explore the local shops and visit the Queen Victoria Staircase for many photo opportunities. Your tour continues along Bay Street, the heart of Nassau’s shopping district and home to the Native Straw Market, where you will have views of the Governor’s Mansion, Gregory’s Arch and many other historic sites. Throughout this tour, your knowledgeable guide will keep you entertained with tales of Nassau’s rich history. Your final stop will take you to Paradise Island at the world- famous Atlantis Resort, where you may explore the incredible shops and casino, and have plenty of stunning photo opportunities.

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Gain insight into the history of Nassau and how the capital city has changed over the centuries by visiting key landmarks, beginning with Fort Fincastle. Built to resemble a paddle-wheel steamboat with a huge wedge-shaped bow, the fort has perched on a hilltop since 1793, although it was never attacked. As a defense, the only access to the fort is the Queen’s Staircase, whose 66 steps were hand-cut through solid limestone. Other historical highlights include the Governor’s House and the Governor General’s official residence since 1801. But there is much more to Nassau than history as you will see by passing the lively Straw Market on the way to the Bahamas Rum Cake Factory, where you will sample the namesake cake, which may be flavored with banana, cinnamon or piña colada. In time, you will cross Sidney Poitier Bridge, named for the first Bahamian to win an Oscar, and pause for photos of the luxurious and iconic Atlantis Resort on Paradise Island.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Delve into the history of Nassau at the 18th-century Fort Fincastle.
• See other historical landmarks and fine shopping areas such as the Straw Market.
• Sample an iconic Bahamian dessert at the Bahamas Rum Cake Factory.
• Pause for photos of luxurious and iconic Atlantis Resort on Paradise Island.

HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

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Relax and unwind on Pearl Island, an idyllic tropical setting with plenty of amenities to ensure that your time is well spent. A short ferry ride across the harbor will bring you to the slender, meticulously maintained private island, where you will enjoy about four hours of free time to do as you please. You might start by climbing the lighthouse for the ultimate view of the island and the azure seas that surround it. Not far away, you will find two beaches that are ideal for basking in the sun and swimming just off shore. If you’d prefer to stretch out on a lounge chair, you are welcome to settle into one beneath a towering palm. Later in the day, you can indulge in an authentic Bahamian lunch that includes barbecued chicken, fish fingers and local side dishes such as pigeon peas and rice. Then round out your day by kayaking or heading to sea on a stand-up paddleboard.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Ride the ferry the Pearl Island, the closest private island to Nassau.
• While away the hours doing whatever you please.
• Climb the lighthouse, bask in the sun and paddle a kayak along the shore.
• Savor a hearty Bahamian BBQ lunch.

HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear a swimsuit under your clothes and bring sunscreen and a towel.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

OVERVIEW
Escape to a nearby private island and enjoy the amenities on land and just off shore by snorkeling. The ferry will bring you to Pearl Island, where you can relax however you see fit. For starters, you might climb the lighthouse, as the views from the observation deck are superb. If you prefer to simply relax in the sun, there are two beaches, so you will have plenty of room to stretch out on a blanket or on a lounge chair in the shade of a towering palm. The water surrounding Pearl Island is so beautiful that you can’t help but take a refreshing swim in the sea. The water is also crystal-clear, making it ideal for snorkeling. All sorts of marine life, ranging from colorful fish to graceful sea turtles have been spotted along the coral reef that lies just 50 feet off shore. Having worked up an appetite, you can then indulge in a traditional Bahamian lunch.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Ride the ferry the Pearl Island, the closest private island to Nassau.
• While away the hours doing whatever you please.
• Climb the lighthouse, bask in the sun and snorkel the coral reef just 50 feet off shore.
• Savor a hearty Bahamian BBQ lunch.

HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear a swimsuit under your clothes and bring sunscreen and a towel.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.