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Enjoy a leisurely and enlightening walk through downtown Nassau that takes in the capital’s most historical attractions. Both Fort Fincastle and the Queen’s Staircase were constructed in 1793. The former perches on the island’s highest point and offers spectacular views, while the latter is a 66-step entryway to the fort that was hand-cut out of solid limestone. Nearby, you will see Parliament Square, which is surrounded by pink-hued government buildings that include the House of Assembly and the Supreme Court, where the judges and lawyers still dress in traditional British wigs and robes. The serene Garden of Remembrance lies at the back of the court building; it commemorates the Bahamians that lost their lives in World Wars I and II. The Arawaks, also known as the Lucayans, were among the first people to inhabit the Bahamas, and the guide will likely describe their exploits and how they lost control of the islands once Christopher Columbus arrived.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Walk through the most historical district of Nassau at a comfortable pace.
• See Fort Fincastle and the Queen’s Staircase, two landmarks built in 1793.
• Admire the pink-hued government buildings that flank Parliament Square.
• Learn about the Arawaks, the earliest settlers of the Bahamas.

HELPFUL HINTS

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

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.

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Cruise around Nassau Harbour and the surrounding islands at night on a private yacht while drinking champagne and savoring a selection of gourmet offerings. The yacht will be waiting right at the cruise terminal, so you won’t have to go far to start enjoying the luxuries aboard this 40-foot vessel. As the sun dips below the horizon, you can toast the occasion with a flute of champagne, a favorite cocktail or a glass of wine. A tasty charcuterie board of cured meats, delectable cheeses, tart cornichons and fresh-baked breads will be served as an accompaniment. The sights will be just as memorable, especially as the city lights come on and Nassau becomes increasingly radiant. You will cruise through the harbor, around Paradise Island and on to Athol Island for yet another perspective of the Bahamas’ capital. Landmarks along the way include Forts Charlotte and Montague and the Nassau Harbour Lighthouse.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Settle in on a private 40-foot yacht for a leisurely evening cruise off Nassau.
• Cruise around Nassau Harbour, Paradise Island and Athol Island.
• Snack on a charcuterie board and enjoy champagne, cocktails or wine if you prefer.
• See landmarks such as Fort Charlotte, Fort Montague and the Nassau Harbour Lighthouse.

HELPFUL HINTS

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

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.

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, You will experience breathtaking views of the Atlantis, celebrity homes and mega yachts. Your guide will keep you entertained while pointing out Historic sites including; Hog Island Lighthouse, Fort Montagu, The Nassau Sailing Club, The Cloisters and many others. Guests will receive complimentary water and fruit punch throughout with a full premium bar offered (credit card) – please note, we are a cashless enterprise.

You will return to the dock and continue your adventure aboard an air-conditioned transport. Along the way you will make stops at the historic Fort Fincastle, 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 tour will continue on to Paradise Island for your final stop at the Atlantis Resort with plenty of photo opportunities.

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Cruise around beautiful Paradise Island Harbor on a custom-made 65-foot catamaran while taking in the natural beauty of New Providence Island and some of its most historical landmarks. Once you settle in with a cool drink from the open bar, the guide will regale you with entertaining stories about the history of Nassau. Along the way, you will see Hog Island Lighthouse, which has the distinction of being the oldest beacon in the West Indies, and Fort Montagu, which was built with limestone in 1741, making it the island’s oldest fort. You will also get a good look at the Cloisters, a medieval French monastery that was dismantled piece by piece and eventually re-assembled in 1968. But not all the sights are historical. You will also sail past luxurious celebrity homes, sleek mega-yachts and Atlantis, the massive ocean-themed resort that dominates an inlet on the southern shore of Paradise Island.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Cruise Paradise Island Harbor on a sleek catamaran, taking in the considerable sights.
• Hear entertaining commentary about the historical and modern attractions.
• See landmarks that include Fort Montagu, the Cloisters and the Atlantis resort.

HELPFUL HINTS

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

Snap selfies at the most picture-perfect spots in and around Nassau, many of them local favorites. For a glimpse into daily life, you will stop at Arawak Cay, a popular gathering place known as the Fish Fry for the many vendors selling seafood such as fried fish. Similarly, Dino’s Gourmet Conch Salad is renowned for its namesake dish and lively atmosphere. You will also see Commonwealth Brewery, where Kalik, “The Beer of the Bahamas,” is brewed. Kalik refers to the sound of the cowbell instrument used in the cultural event Junkanoo. Of course, there’s more to Nassau than outstanding food and drink, as you will discover at Jaws Beach, where parts of the movie “Jaws” were shot, and at gorgeous Goodman’s Bay Beach, where you will enjoy sweeping views of the sea. Nearby, you will find the extraordinary waterfront resort Baha Mar and exclusive Albany, an oceanside resort whose investors include Tiger Woods and Ernie Els.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Stop at some of Nassau’s signature attractions to take selfies or simply enjoy the views.
• See iconic dining spots such as the Fish Fry and Dino’s Gourmet Conch Salad restaurant.
• Take in the spectacular views at Jaws Beach and at several exclusive beachfront resorts.

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.

Interact with the locals at some of their favorite spots for socializing, dining and simply enjoying life. What could be more relaxing and enlightening than meandering through a popular fish market, tasting an array of delectable samples and watching the local Bahamians play dominoes at historical Fort Montagu. Feel free to join them in a game of dominoes while savoring nutritious coconut water, which may be sipped right from the shell. Few places have fresher seafood than the dock at Potter’s Cay, where you might sample conch salad. The Fish Fry at Arawak Cay is also known for its conch, especially when deep-fried in a peppery fritter. The shrimp fritters are just as popular, and you can expect to be offered samples of both and a variety of dipping sauces to enhance the flavor. You will also get a chance to try the famed chicken wings at Nesbitt’s Delaporte Restaurant, an institution in Nassau for nearly 50 years.

HIGHLIGHTS
• Hang out with the local Bahamians at some of their favorite spot to dine and socialize.
• Savor samples of Bahamian specialties such as conch salad, fritters and chicken wings.
• Watch the local play dominoes at Fort Montagu and join in, if you’re game.

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Enjoy an up-close and personal encounter with a nurse shark on Blue Lagoon Island and then reflect on this once-in-a-lifetime experience while relaxing on the beach. A short but scenic cruise across Nassau Harbor will bring you to the private island, where you will ease into the shallow crystal-clear waters. Swimming with sharks may sound risky but these are nurse sharks, a slow-moving, mild-mannered species that typically rests on the bottom of the sea during the day. With the trainer standing nearby, you can feed a nurse shark, cradle it in your arms, rub its smooth dolphin-like skin and then snorkel alongside the shark. The experience will be exhilarating and make for an epic story that you will be telling for years to come. Free time follows, during which you can relax on the sugar-white beach, browse the waterfront shops and rent water sports equipment if you want another thrill.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Wade into the shallow waters off a private island for an up-close nurse shark encounter.
• Take comfort in knowing that these nurse sharks are docile and used to human contact.
• Feed the nurse shark, rub its skin, cradle it in your arms and snorkel through its habitat.
• Spend hours relaxing on the pristine beach that rims Blue Lagoon Island.

HELPFUL HINTS

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

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Enjoy a leisurely and enlightening walk through the capital of the Bahamas and then cruise to Salt Cay to relax on its paradisiacal beach. As you meander through the most historical areas of Nassau, the guide will describe its often tumultuous past when pirates such as the notorious Blackbeard ruthlessly raided merchant ships in the surrounding waters. You too will cruise these seas on the way to the private island Salt Cay. As you will discover during a walking tour there, 18th-century pirates and privateers harvested salt from its lagoon to preserve their food. Be sure to notice the defensive tower and cannons that once guarded the entrance to Nassau Harbor. Once you settle in, you will be served an authentic Bahamian lunch along with an iconic Bahama Mama, a blend of fruit liqueurs and rum, typically garnished with a pineapple wedge and cherry. Afterwards, you can relax on the beach or shop if you prefer.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Hear about the notorious characters that lived in Nassau on a walking tour through town.
• Cruise through the harbor to the private island Salt Cay.
• Learn about the history of Salt Cay while walking to a restaurant for a Bahamian lunch.
• Relax however you please on the beach at Salt Cay.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing with a swimsuit underneath.
• Bring a towel and sunscreen.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.

Learn about, meet and interact with the most beloved mammal in the ocean - the bottlenose dolphin. Upon arrival, you’ll meet the trainers for an educational briefing. This program takes place in approximately 20-foot-deep water, in small groups of no more than 10, so everyone has the opportunity to meet the dolphins while in the water and to ask questions. Highlights include a petting and feeding session with the dolphins, the popular high speed 'foot push' and optional professional photo and DVD/video opportunity. Upon completion of your dolphin swim, stay and enjoy the beautiful and always calm lagoon beach.