Glass-bottom Boat & Snorkel
Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda
Duration 3 hrs
- Adult from: €110,29 EUR
- Child from: €73,22 EUR
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*Terms & Conditions
Package not available on sailings less than 5 days or charter sailings.
Duration 3 hrs
Get an introduction to Bermuda’s marine life by snorkeling. This shoreline cruise takes you to the pristine Sea Gardens, and the shipwreck of the Vixen, a fantastic habitat for a variety of fish and other marine life. This jet-powered, glass bottom boat allows you to view it all, up close, in safe, dry comfort. Departing the reef, you’ll pause at the nearby sea grass beds, where you may spot a few of the many transient turtles.
Then, you’ll head for one of the many shoreline snorkel sites that line the western side of the island, where your boat will set anchor. Here you may take some of the boat's snorkel gear and explore the shoreline or wade ashore and relax in the shallows. Island tunes and a complimentary Rum Swizzle on the return boat cruise complete the perfect family fun day.
Duration 3 1/2 hrs
Cruise to Hamilton and explore the capital however you please by shopping on your own, enjoying a walking tour. After departing from the pier, you will soon settle in for a delightful cruise across the Great Sound, a body of impossibly turquoise water that fills the bend in the is lFgland’s distinctive fishhook shape. A coral reef at the mouth of the sound shelters the inner waters, making for a typically calm cruise to the pastel-colored capital of Hamilton. Upon disembarking, you will have several options. If you choose to shop on your own, you can expect to find one-of-a-kind jewelry, vivid artwork celebrating the island life, and classic Bermuda shorts in every color of the rainbow. You might also pick up a tasty treat like rum cake or a jar of jam flavored with Scotch bonnet peppers. Another option is to split your time between exploring on your own and an enlightening walking tour of Hamilton. Either way, you may see the glorious Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity, leafy Victoria Park and the Bermuda National Gallery, a showcase for centuries of outstanding island artwork.
Duration 2 hrs
A combination of both shallow water and deep-water interaction, your swim experience will start with an introduction to these amazing mammals followed by a 20 minute hands on interaction and swim with the dolphins. Learn about conservation and the value of your participation during the shallow water portion of your experience, where you are seated waist-high on a submerged platform and the dolphins rest on your lap. Enjoy the excitement of swimming or floating in the deeper water where your interactions continue with opportunities to observe them underwater as they swim underwater as they swim under and around you in their ocean lagoon habitat. Guests will be provided with the required flotation vests, complimentary lockers, outdoor showers and post program changing rooms. An onsite photographer will take photos available for the same day viewing and purchase to ensure you can share your memories. Tour price also includes admission to the National Museum of Bermuda’s fort, maritime and cultural exhibits, which you can browse and explore in addition to your dolphin experience
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Duration 3 hrs
Step aboard a comfortable and stable catamaran for a trip to the northernmost coral reef in the world. Relax on deck while the crew provides informative commentary on the island and the fascinating undersea ecosystem. After a leisurely cruise, you'll find yourself moored in a magical deep blue oasis, bordered by fringe reef on nearly all sides. Here, you'll be given a mask, snorkel, fins, buoyancy vest and instruction on how you may best enjoy this undersea paradise. Immerse yourself in crystal clear waters under the watchful eye of your instructors and explore the great expanses of pristine reef. After snorkeling, the sails will be hoisted (weather permitting) and you can enjoy a relaxing sail back with a complimentary Rum Swizzle. A cash bar is also available.
Duration 6 3/4 hrs
Discover the lesser-known, sometimes sordid history of St. George on a walking tour, the perfect prelude to a relaxing respite on one of the island’s most picturesque beaches.
After tendering to St. George, you will begin a leisurely walking tour of town, which was founded in 1612 and became the island’s first capital. As you meander the cobblestone streets and quaint lanes, you will soon understand why UNESCO designated St. George a World Heritage site for being an authentic example of an English colonial town in the New World. The ambiance and 17th- and 18th-century architecture exudes history.
Along the way, you may pass the Tucker House Museum and St. Peter’s Church, the oldest continually used church in the western hemisphere. You will notice that many of the alleys, such as Needle & Thread and Barber’s, are named for former trades that flourished here. Shinbone Alley refers to the colonial soldiers that overindulged in its pubs and crawled out on their hands and knees, banging their shinbones.
A different side of Bermuda awaits you at Tobacco Bay Beach, where you will linger over lunch before heading for the shore. Now a national park, the beach was named for the wild tobacco that grew here when survivors of a shipwreck came ashore in 1609.
Feel free to swim in the shallow waters or snorkel along the dramatic limestone formations. Colorful parrotfish, sergeant majors and grouper are commonly spotted in the clear seas.
Duration 5 hrs
Your driver will pick-up shipside and shortly after exiting the Royal Naval Dockyard complex your drive takes you through quaint Somerset Village and over Somerset Bridge, the smallest drawbridge in the world. Admire Bermuda’s stunning natural beauty along the way, as you carry-on along breathtaking South Shore Road. Tour bus will pull-over at laybys dotted along this drive for photo opportunities and views of famous Horseshoe Bay and other pink sand beaches. Your tour then navigates the winding uphill drive to the base of Gibbs Hill Lighthouse, towering 120 feet above sea level, a great opportunity to photograph the 360 degree views of Bermuda. You will stop to take in the sweeping view of John Smith’s Beach, one of Bermuda’s legendary pink hued beaches.
Pass by the Botanical Gardens and drive to St. George’s, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll have 30 minutes to explore or shop in this unique old town. The town center provides a favorite photograph opportunity in the Stocks, aside the Ducking Stool and at the steps of St. Peter's Church, the oldest Anglican church of the Western Hemisphere. Re-joining your buses the route takes a coastline drive along the North Shore to soon arrive at famed Front Street, the busiest place on the island and life and soul of the lively capitol, City of Hamilton. Time allows for shopping and browsing in the boutique style shops and souvenir store-fronts lining Hamilton Harborfront.
Duration 6 3/4 hrs
Tucked away in Bermuda’s East End lies an unspoiled hidden paradise of pristine beaches. The Clearwater Beach Triangle will take you away from the beaten bath and crowded beaches to a series of 6 interconnecting utopic beaches, while still offering all of the great facilities and amenities to make a perfect beach day. A representative will greet you on the pier outside of your ship and direct you to Norwegian’s direct tender to St. George’s. Once you arrive in St. George’s, you will be greeted by a charismatic and knowledgeable local guide and escorted onto comfortable mini buses. From there, you will be treated to a guided sightseeing tour on the way to Clearwater Beach in St. David's. When you arrive at Clearwater beach, this will be your base and you will be given an orientation on the facilities of Clearwater, as well as the locations of the 5 other walkable beaches in the area. You will be shown to your special beach section and provided with a sun lounger and shared umbrella. When you are ready, head to the beach restaurant for a local lunch. At your leisure, swim, have lunch or explore the many beaches, and take advantage of the modern facilities available to you. At the end of your beach time, you will be transported back to St. George's before taking the tender right back to your ship.
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Maximize your time in Bermuda on this great combination tour! First, enjoy sightseeing the rural west end of the island during your short shuttle ride to Somerset Island. Here you'll be provided a Trek Mountain Bike and equipped with a durable bike helmet. After receiving instruction on riding and safety, you'll begin your guided cycle tour along the original Bermuda Railway Trail.
During your bike ride, your guide will stop at various points of interest along the mostly flat trail, and provide informative commentary along the way. You'll also enjoy spectacular scenery along the trail, and time permitting you'll have the opportunity to hike up to the historic Fort Scaur and view the sprawling 17th century Mott Family estate. After your ride, cool off with a refreshing swim at a private, calm water beach.
Duration 2 hrs
Discover the stunning natural beauty and fascinating history of one of America’s most lovely islands. Your walk along the rockbound coast provides the perfect setting for your naturalist guide to introduce you to the wonders of Acadia National Park. As waves crash against granite, you’ll learn about the powerful glacial activity that gave the Maine coast its unique identity, variety of wildlife, flora and fauna that make this such an island paradise. The park also has an interesting history, including the part that John D. Rockefeller played in forming it. You’ll also learn about the lobster industry and the methods used to harvest these delicious crustaceans and Bar Harbor’s Golden Age, when Mount Desert Island was the playground of the world’s wealthy.
Duration 3 1/2 hrs
Bermuda’s ultimate all-inclusive, family-friendly catamaran experience! Join us onboard the Restless Native, Bermuda’s iconic pink catamaran for a day of adventure filled with sailing, snorkeling, sun and rum!
This tour has it all, sailing, swimming, snorkeling, paddle boards, kayaks, freshly baked cookies and bottomless Rum Swizzles! A great way to see the island from the water both above and below!
After a scenic sail we will drop anchor in a picturesque shallow cove with a nearby coral reef. Guests can then enjoy the bay however they see fit, swim, snorkel, explore by paddle board or kayak, hang out in the water on a swim noodle or just relax onboard and enjoy the sun! Throughout the tour the crew will be serving up bottomless Rum Swizzle drinks Bermuda’s signature cocktail as well as baking our famous fresh chocolate chip cookies directly onboard!
All of the guides are Bermudian born and raised and love sharing their insights with our guests! To top off this great day, while you are having fun, you are also helping others. A portion of your trip’s proceeds go toward cancer research, with contributions being made to the Bermuda Cancer & Health Centre. What a win-win for everyone! This is a beach site with limited snorkeling, which may be unavailable depending upon weather. Swim locations vary depending upon weather conditions. Guests should consider their physical fitness level and medical history when determining whether this tour is appropriate. Guests with cardiac conditions, asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, other heart or respiratory conditions or any other medical condition should take particular caution when selecting a tour with snorkeling/swimming elements.
Duration 4 hrs
OVERVIEW
Follow a circuitous road through Mount Desert Island and stop along the way at breathtaking spots that inspired some of America’s most gifted 19th-century landscape painters. The road winds through stunningly beautiful Acadia National Park, which adherents of the Hudson River School art movement painted in a style that Romanticism heavily influenced. Acclaimed artists such as Thomas Cole, Thomas Moran and Frederic Edwin Church were all captivated by the natural wonders, which look much the same today as they did in their time. You will pause at Sieur de Monts Spring, the overlook at dramatic Schooner Head and at serene Jordan Pond, a sheltered glassy lake that ancient glaciers carved out of the landscape. You will also drop by precipitous Otter Cliff and Otter Cove, which offers sweeping views of the sea and inland. At each stop, the guide will provide entertaining anecdotes about the artists that captured these majestic landscapes on canvas.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Drive along the spectacularly scenic Park Loop Road that winds through Acadia National Park.
• Pause at naturally beautiful spots that inspired some of America’s greatest landscape painters.
• Stop at coastal viewpoints, an inland lake and precipitous seaside cliffs.
• Hear enlightening commentary about the artists that painted Mount Desert Island.
HELPFUL HINTS
• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.
Duration 2 hrs
Join your Red Cloak Haunted History tour guide for a stroll through the back streets and seaside walkways of Bar Harbor, visiting strange places and historic haunts as you enjoy tales of Bar Harbor's history, and the possibility of paranormal presences at those locations.
You will venture to some of Bar Harbor's well-known historic and haunted sites, as well as some that are local secrets, known only to a few residents, and now revealed to you. Your knowledgeable guide, clad in period clothing and a trademark red cloak, will combine gracious hospitality with extensive local knowledge covering both history and mystery on this family friendly tour; appropriate for all ages.
Bring your camera, for you never know what paranormal objects may show up in the photographs taken at these haunted locations.
The tour ends within sight of the tender landing to return to your ship, also in the center of town if you want to continue exploring beautiful Bar Harbor. Your guide will be happy to answer your questions or make suggestions.
less*Prices vary by ship and sail date. See Terms & Conditions
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