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Best Shore Excursions for cruise passengers to Nassau cruise port in 2023

The best and the most popular shore excursions for passengers on a cruise to Nassau port: Reviews of Atlantis, Blue Lagoon, Scuba, Seaworld Explorer, Glass Bottom Boat, and more ....

By: Editor-in-Chief Update: May 26, 2023

Nassau and New Providence Island have a good number of attractions, landmarks, and sites to explore, which all cruise lines offer on shore excursions with different packages and all sorts of combinations.

The super famous Atlantis Resort is the site that has more tours on offer but if the cruise passenger just wants to relax on the beach or enjoy active pursuits like Scuba diving there are many other tours to choose from.

Most of the excursions can only be booked onboard but some can be booked with third-party on-line services or as savvy cruises like to say 'independently' . If you just want to relax on the beach, Junkanoo Beach is within walking distance from the cruise port.

However, if you want something more exclusive you should go on a tour to the Blue Lagoon , the Pearl Island , the Balmoral Island or the pool of the Graycliff hotel . On this page, you will find the Editor's Choice of excursions organized by Cruise Lines and available onboard but also those that can be booked directly or with third-party services.

Discover Atlantis (and other excursions)

Atlantis is a world in itself with such an array of attractions - beaches, shops, water park, golf course, and casino - that all cruise lines offer at least half a dozen different tours to fully enjoy this site.

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The most basic shore excusion is titled “Discover Atlantis Tour”, which can be combined with a day at the beach and many othe different activities. For those looking into more active pursuits, the most popular tours invite the cruise traveler to explore the Aquaventure Water Park. To find out more about all the shore excursions in the Atlantis Resort and how to explore on your own Read the full review

Balmoral Island (Dolphins, Stingrays and Beach Break)

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Only offered onboard by Royal Caribbean and Princess Cruises, this excursion to the pristine Balmoral Island (a private atoll) is an excellent way to spend the day in Nassau. Cruise Travelers can book this shore excursion directly. The Half-Day Beach Break Shore Excursion can be combined with other activities such as a Dolphin Swim.

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Blue Lagoon (Dolphins, Sea Lions and Beach Break)

Just 40-minute scenic boat ride away from the Cruise Port in Nassau, the Salt Cay is better known for its main feature - a Blue Lagoon where visitors can enjoy different interactions with Dolphins and Sea Lions. Obviously, all cruise lines also offer a basic beach day package to relax on a double hammock, participate in water activities or sip umbrella drinks.

Glass Bottom (Boat Tour)

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If you don't like to get wet but enjoy seeing the underwater world, this is the right shore excursion. This under 2-hour tour starts with a narrated cruise in Nassau's harbor before reaching the 'Sea Gardens'. Once by the living coral, the excursionist will have a unique viewing.

Graycliff Hotel (Chocolate, Cigars or Lunch)

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Renowned for its wine cellar with over 250,000 bottles from over 400 vintners in 15 countries, the Graycliff Hotel is equally praised for its Cigar and Chocolate factories that are a delight to tour. The swimming pool is inviting and there are quite a few different excursion to choose from including a 3-course Wine Luncheon.

Highlight of Nassau (Landmarks and Paradise Island)

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For those not interested in water sports or beach activities of any sort, Nassau has a good number of historical landmarks that can be visited on Highlights Tours. All cruise lines offer this type of tour with stops and photo ops in places like the Fort Charlotte, Queens staircase, the Fish Fry at Arawak Cay among others.

Pearl Island (Beach Break)

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If you are cruising to Nassau with Royal Caribbean, this shore excursion to Pearl Island has to be booked onboard with the Shorex desk. But all other cruise travelers can book a beach break tour, including lunch, directly (on-line).

Scuba Diving (for Certified Divers)

For those that are Certified Divers, Nassau has a few very interesting sites to explore. All cruise lines offer Scuba Diving shore excursions to different sites, options and combos - the James Bond wreck and the Jaws Cessna are two top film set-dives not to be missed.

Seaworld Explorer (Semi Submarine)

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This excursion is another great option for cruise travelers that do not wish to get wet and want to contemplate the stunning underwater world of The Bahamas. The Seaworld Explorer is a semi-submarine with a 5 feet under-water air conditioned observatory. This excursion is offered by most cruise lines and offered with many different combos.

Snorkel Adventures (Moderate Activity)

The translucent, crystal clear waters of The Bahamas are an invitation for snorkeling. In any of the famous beaches close to Nassau, the cruise traveler will be able to snorkel but the best places are the coral reefs offshore. All cruise lines offer different tours and combos for the novice or experienced snorkelers.

Sub-Underwater (Motorbike Adventure)

This excursion is one of the most exciting and fun activities when cruising to Nassau. You will have the opportunity to ride an underwater motorbike and enjoy the splendor of a shallow reef. Not all cruise lines offer this shore excursion and cruise travelers may book it directly on-line However, if cruising to Nassau with Carnival you will need to book with the onboard Shorex desk.

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A day in Nassau, Bahamas: What to do while your cruise is in port

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The territory of the Bahamas includes 700 islands and 2,000 rocks and cays spread across 100,000 square miles of the North Atlantic Ocean. Technically, it's not part of the Caribbean region . It is, however, a warm-weather destination on the edge of the Caribbean and shares many of its cultural traditions, cuisine and music.

When it comes to oceangoing vacations, the Bahamas can accurately be described as the industry's leading destination, with the capital city of Nassau being cruising's number one port of call. In 2019, the Bahamas hosted 5.43 million cruise visitors, more than any other global cruise port, and it greeted nearly 1 million more travelers than Cozumel, Mexico, the next most-visited port. Indeed, the modern cruise industry's first itineraries in the 1970s focused on three- and four-day Bahamas sailings from Miami .

The archipelago's spectacular natural environment features brilliant blue skies, warm temperatures and exceptionally clear waters. But Nassau, located on 112-mile-long New Providence island, is also a metropolitan center full of modern amenities and impressive African, Caribbean and colonial cultural and historic sites.

Paradise Island, positioned immediately to Nassau's north, has large hotels and all-inclusive resorts that offer day packages for cruise visitors, providing access to premium golf (at the Baha Mar resort ), casino gaming (at Atlantis) as well as restaurants, shops and nightlife.

Not surprisingly, Nassau is a staple port of call for a wide variety of operators. Carnival Cruise Line , Disney Cruise Line , MSC Cruises , Norwegian Cruise Line, Princess Cruises and Royal Caribbean all sail here, as does luxury line Regent Seven Seas Cruises, premium cruise operators Celebrity Cruises and Oceania Cruises and budget operator Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line. All of those lines will call at Nassau in 2021.

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3 things TPG loves about Nassau

• "Sun and fun" activities
• Historic and cultural attractions
• Distinctive cuisine

What we could do without

Nassau is on an island within a vast archipelago. Many products are necessarily imported and that means prices, including meals at restaurants, can be high. Nassau can also feel a bit "touristy" at times, as the Prince George Wharf cruise ship dock can host as many as five large cruise ships at once. On busy days, cruise travelers are ubiquitous around the downtown area.

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Nassau basics

Nassau is extremely popular as a warm-weather getaway destination that's closer to the U.S. Atlantic Coast than most Caribbean basin countries. As a plus, while technically not located in the Caribbean, Nassau and the Bahamas offers the same splendid sunny skies, brilliant blue waters and amazing culture and traditions.

On the small island of New Providence, Nassau is the capital of the Bahamas archipelago. The port is normally a bustling affair, as disembarking guests walk from the pier to Bay Street, parallel to the water, and the downtown shopping area where you'll find tour guides and Jet Ski, beach and watersports excursion operators, taxis for hire, scooter rentals, craft and souvenir shops, and hair braiders.

Nassau's nearby Paradise Island district offers beaches, restaurants and shops as well as the Atlantis megaresort, which is among several properties offering day packages for cruisers in search of a daylong all-inclusive experience. The good news is that, with a little preparation, it will be easy to find the right Nassau activity to fit your personal vacation style.

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Arrival details

Cruise ships visiting Nassau dock at the Prince George Wharf within short walking distance of Bay Street and the downtown district. Passengers who are booked on excursions arranged by the cruise line will find providers staged in areas leading from the dock. Private operators, including those who booked tours with guests separate from the cruise line, will be found beyond the first group.

Time zone: The Bahamas operates on Eastern Standard Time.

Language: English is the official language.

Currency: The Bahamian dollar is equivalent to the U.S. dollar. Both are widely accepted, and generally, it's not necessary to exchange money. If you want to exchange money, you can do so aboard your ship, although you can usually obtain a better rate at a local bank or ATM. Several banks are located on Parliament Street, a short walk from the cruise terminal. Numerous ATMs are also found around downtown.

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How to get around

On foot: Many of Nassau's historic sites and the Bay Street retail district are within walking distance of the cruise ship pier and the downtown area. Bay Street is lined with shops, restaurants and bars, and cruisers so inclined can spend the day strolling the area. Just put on your sneakers, disembark your ship, take a few steps and start exploring. There are also ferries to nearby attractions and it's also possible to rent a car or motor scooter.

By taxi: Taxi operators are staged around the Prince George Wharf area. Taxis are not metered, so always negotiate the fare before entering the vehicle.

By bus: Nassau's public buses are known as jitneys and offer a thrifty and convenient alternative to car rentals or taxis. The jitneys cost around $1.25 per person and stop at popular spots, including Cable Beach (see below).

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Top sights and shore excursions

Nassau is a surprisingly diverse port. Beach lovers and travelers who enjoy water sports, diving or snorkeling will find a wide variety of excursions and activities to suit their tastes. Nassau is also filled with historic sites and shopping opportunities. Yet visitors are missing out on genuine colonial-era history if they don't also spend time exploring the historic architecture and attractions located steps from the cruise pier. You can book excursions through your cruise line or independently. And, don't forget that the Chase travel portal offers excursions bookable with cash or Ultimate Rewards points.

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Historic sites

Nassau's history is closely tied to the Caribbean pirate era of the 17th and 18th centuries, when the town served as a pirate sanctuary until 1718 when British Governor Woodes Rogers expelled the buccaneers. Today's downtown district offers 20 square blocks featuring architecture and monuments dating to this compelling era, most within walking distance of the cruise pier.

As a result, visitors can take a DIY-approach to exploring Nassau with help from the Bahamas.com website. Or, book a cruise ship excursion highlighting historic forts, Bahamian cuisine, "land and sea" programs, private island experiences and even Junkanoo-style music and dancing.

Historic sites near Prince George Wharf include Parliament Square, which houses the Bahamas' House of Assembly, the Senate Building and Supreme Court in pink pastel colonial buildings. A statue of Queen Victoria erected in the early 1900s also stands at the site.

The Queen's Staircase or "66 Steps" are framed by lush gardens and link downtown Nassau with Fort Fincastle. Ascend to the top of the staircase to reach Fort Fincastle, constructed in the late 1700s atop Bennett's Hill. Sweeping views from the fort's bluffs encompass downtown Nassau, the harbor and the cruise ship dock.

Bahamian culture was also shaped by Africans who arrived in the territory as slaves from Sierra Leone and other West African nations. Other Black people traveled to the Bahamas directly from Africa, Bermuda and Haiti, some enslaved by ex-British loyalists from Georgia and South Carolina, and others as ex-soldiers who won their freedom fighting for the British during the American Revolutionary War.

Several historic sites around Nassau recognize this influence, including Adelaide, Fox Hill and Gambier. These three historic villages were settled by liberated Africans in the 1800s and still maintain their African heritage. Cultural and sightseeing tours to these villages can be arranged. Nassau's Pompey Museum features a permanent exhibit on the African experience in the Bahamas.

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Sun and fun: Water sports

Nassau offers a multitude of activities focused around the archipelago's beautiful blue waters and magnificent natural environment. Just about every conceivable water sport is available to Nassau visitors via cruise ship excursion. This includes sailing, snorkeling, scuba diving, fishing and encounters with sea lions, dolphins, stingrays and pigs (yes, swimming pigs ).

Other cruise ship tours feature glass-bottom and jet boat excursions, catamaran sailings paired with reef snorkeling, deep-sea fishing and exclusive beach days with private cabanas.

While the luxurious Baha Mar resort on Nassau's Cable Beach does not offer day passes, savvy and sybaritic cruisers will reserve a room for the day for access to the property's premium facilities and amenities, including a private beach and beach club, motorized and nonmotorized watersports, a series of pools with shaded lounge chairs, cabanas and waterfall features. You can use 20,000 World of Hyatt points to book a day at the Grand Hyatt Baha Mar . Or, spend 10,000 points plus $140. You can start earning points for your next vacation with the World of Hyatt Credit Card.

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The British Colonial Hilton Nassau is another Nassau resort where you can use points. Spend 50,000 Hilton Honors points for a night's stay (which you'd use as a day room). You can earn points with the Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card or Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card. Both cards offer hefty welcome bonuses, 130,000 and 150,000 points, respectively, after you meet the required spend of $2,000 within the first three months of account opening for the Surpass and $4,000 in the first three months of account opening for the Aspire. The information for the Hilton Aspire Amex card has been collected independently by The Points Guy. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.

You can also look for a resort offering day passes .

ResortPass is currently selling day passes to the SLS Baha Mar for $100 per adult and $50 per child or $400 per Bungalow Pool Cabana or Baha Bay Beach Club Cabana that accommodates up to four people. You can also book day passes at the British Colonial Hilton Nassau for $100 per adult and $50 per child or $325 for a beach cabana accommodating up to four people.

Nassau's nearby private islands offer a premium beach experience within a 15- to 20-minute ferry ride. Most cruise lines offer shore excursions to Blue Lagoon Island, but travelers can also book a visit through a travel advisor or on their own online. The excursion tends to be popular and does sell out, so be sure to reserve early in your voyage or before you leave home.

At Blue Lagoon, cruisers can swim in a calm lagoon, enjoy kayaking, water-biking or snorkeling tours, play with water toys like floats and inner tubes, or simply relax in a beach hammock under coconut palms. Blue Lagoon offers a gift shop, changing rooms, restrooms and shower facilities.

Balmoral Island, Pearl Island and Sandy Toes also offer private-island experiences near Nassau.

Cruise travelers whose ships arrive early in Nassau may want to take the approximately one-hour drive to Stuart's Cove, where they can experience snorkeling, diving and swimming with sharks.

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Best beaches in Nassau

There's no shortage of great beaches in and around Nassau. In addition to the nearby private-island beach experiences, there are several local beaches within walking or short driving distance.

Junkanoo Beach

Junkanoo Beach is approximately a 15-minute walk from the cruise port, offering travelers an inexpensive and convenient way to enjoy some sun and fun. You can normally see your cruise ship from the nearby beach, and vendors selling buckets of ice-cold Kalik and Sands beer (the local favorites) can be found lining the beach. Don't forget to bring your towel; chairs are available for rent chairs from vendors. Some will package a bucket of beer with chairs and an umbrella.

Cabbage Beach

Cabbage Beach on Paradise Island is a 20-minute walk or short taxi ride away from Nassau just over the bridge that spans the islands. While beautiful. the beach's waters can be rough at times and the beach itself does not offer many amenities. However, locals parade up and down the beach offering chairs for rent and beverages sale. A long walk down the beach will bring visitors to Atlantis, where they can pose for their prerequisite Instagram shot.

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Cable Beach

Cable Beach is about a 20-minute drive from Prince George's Wharf and is accessible via taxi. A cheaper alternative is the No. 10 bus, which charges around $1.25 per person. The 2.5-mile-long beach is often described as Nassau's best, but it's one of hundreds across the Bahamas distinguished by bleach-white sands and remarkably clear blue waters. Cable Beach is home to several top Nassau resorts and offers a full array of watersports activities.

Other top Nassau beaches

Montague Beach is situated east of the Paradise Island Bridge and is home to a historic fort constructed in the 18th century. The beach promenade is a popular hangout on weekends and public holidays, with local vendors offering delicious local food and drinks. The beach is also a preferred spot for wading and picnicking.

Delaporte Beach is west of Cable Beach near the former plantation village of Delaporte. East of Nassau lies Saunders Beach, also popular with visitors and locals, and known for its beautiful twilight views.

The beach at Goodman's Bay features recreational facilities for children and is popular among joggers and exercise enthusiasts. Sandyport Beach is connected by a small bridge to the Venice-like resort Sandyport development near Cable Beach.

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Where to eat and drink

True to its Caribbean traditions, the Bahamas' indigenous cuisine combines flavorful spices with fresh tropical fruit and seafood. Whether found at a lively outdoor market or gourmet restaurant, Bahamian gastronomy is filled with island flavor.

Local favorites

Conch fritters: A Bahamian delicacy (and fortunately bountiful in local waters), the queen conch forms the basis of the territory's undisputed favorite dish. Conch fritters are bite-sized flakes of conch meat fried in batter seasoned with goat pepper, hot sauce and sea salt, plus common Bahamian vegetables.

Peas and rice: Referred to locally as "peas n' rice," this traditional Caribbean dish, prepared in local Bahamian fashion, features deep brown pigeon peas and white long-grain rice seasoned with tomatoes, onions, thyme, tomato paste, goat pepper and salted pork or bacon. The ingredients combine to provide the rice its signature brown coloring.

Johnny cake: Made of flour, milk, butter, sugar and baking powder, this breakfast food is more bread than cake, with a texture that combines dense bread with a slightly sweet cake. As with other staple dishes, Johnny cakes are found around the Caribbean, with the Bahamas version traditionally baked in a large round pan until lightly browned then sliced and served in wedges.

There are a handful of Nassau food experiences visitors should definitely target during their day in port, from the casual to the exclusive. They include:

Potter's Cay conch shacks

The Potter's Cay conch shacks can be found beneath the high-arching bridge that connects Nassau to Paradise Island. Adjacent to lively fruit markets, the brightly colored conch shacks feature nearly 40 chefs in different shacks cooking fresh conch dishes in myriad ways.

Besides being a great place to sample an authentic Bahamian lunch featuring the freshest conch fritters and local dishes, the Potter's Cay shacks are a great place to interact with locals, other visitors and the chefs themselves as they chat about the day's catch and argue over a game of dominoes.

Check first with a local or with a frequent Bahamas visitor (like a travel advisor) to determine which stall is the best for the day. With 25 years in the same location, McKenzie, a former conch fisherman turned restaurateur, is a local celebrity among Potter Cay purveyors, with a shack positioned as the first on the bridge's west end.

Graycliff Hotel and Restaurant

About a 15-minute walk or a brief taxi ride from the cruise port, Graycliff Hotel is in a historic mansion whose extensive grounds were once an 18th-century pirate's headquarters. A visitor can spend an entire day exploring the property, which features one of the world's largest private collections, chocolate-making and cigar-rolling facilities, art galleries and craft shops.

The highlight, however, may be the hotel's five-star restaurant, an elegant eatery with a menu combining continental and Bahamian traditions. The sumptuous restaurant features four air-conditioned dining rooms and a garden dining area, with each room decorated to reflect the Graycliff's origins as a private home.

In keeping with its atmosphere, the dress code is strictly enforced at Graycliff Restaurant with required lunch attire described as "elegant casual."

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Where to shop

When you're shopping in the Bahamas, look for souvenirs like:

• Original paintings, carvings and craftwork
• Handmade garments in bright tropical colors
• Wood carvings

Nassau's Bay Street retail district is steps of the cruise ship dock, but there are a few hidden shopping spots just a short taxi ride away.

Virtually adjacent to the cruise port is Festival Place, an outdoor bazaar featuring 45 vendors selling crafts, food and drinks. It's ideal for folks seeking last-minute souvenirs and gifts just before they depart aboard their ship and for arriving passengers in search of shopping close to the port.

Once an open-air affair, Nassau's long-running Straw Market is located in the center of the retail action on Bay Street and also offers Bahamian gifts, crafts and souvenirs. Bay Street also features a proliferation of high-end, designer stores selling luxury goods including apparel, jewelry, cosmetics and fragrances.

It's also possible to take a taxi to reach Nassau's best-kept secrets when it comes to hand-crafted, original art and crafts, plus apparel and home goods:

Bahama Hand Prints

Established in 1966 by artists Helen Astarita and Berta Sands, Bahama Hand Prints (near the corner of Ernest Street and Okra Hill) offers "bold and brilliant" designs across a wide range of garments, accessories and home furnishings. Many of the colorful and contemporary objects still use the duo's original designs.

Alannah and David van Onselen, who purchased the company in 2018, have retained Helen and Berta's signature style and the shop's collection of vintage designs, while new print designs have been added to the catalog. All products are developed in-house, crafted by the shop's talented sewing team and visitors are encouraged to drop in at the factory, speak with the staff and watch the printers at work.

Craft Cottage Bahamas

Craft Cottage Bahamas is the premier showcase for locally made home décor, glassware, jewelry, soaps, clothing and artwork in Nassau. On the grounds of the Doongalik Studios & Art Gallery in Eastern Nassau, the charming shop and gallery features a diverse and eclectic array of Bahamian-inspired items and emphasizes traditional crafting techniques.

The facility is housed in a traditional Bahamian-style home that shares the grounds with a variety of local Bahamian artists who also use the property to work on their own art and products. The shop offers an extensive and impressive array of handcrafted jewelry, painted glass, straw bags and accessories including homemade soaps and bath products.

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Bottom line

While Nassau sometimes gets a bad rap as a "touristy" port of call and is often inundated by cruise travelers, the Bahamas' capital city is actually a diverse port with an impressive array of historic attractions, a variety of beach experiences, distinctive cuisine and extensive shopping opportunities. Nassau's Caribbean flavor, warm temperatures and beautiful natural environment have made the port a staple on cruise itineraries.

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We warmly welcome all Navigator of the Seas Cruise Ship Passengers to the Port of Nassau Bahamas. We hope you enjoy your visit to Nassau & Paradise Island, Bahamas.

Nassau offers an abundance of excursions and activities to delight cruisers of all ages. From snorkeling, beach breaks, ATV’s, All Inclusive Resorts, scuba diving, shopping, water sports, parasailing, Island tours and sailing, Nassau has it all!!

Bahamas Cruise Excursions offers a variety of options for you to choose from. Our rates are direct rates from the operators which allow you to save money while providing you with a greater selection of shore excursions for the Navigator of the Seas to choose from.

Bahamas Cruise Excursions recommends excursions for your visit to Nassau based on the arrival times, departure time of your cruise ship as well as the length of your visit out our Island.

We also take into account the number of cruise ships arriving on the same day your ship comes to port. We then can provide you with options on how to avoid the busy excursions when this is appropriate.

Please have a look at our Recommended Excursions and Itineraries for the Navigator of the Seas. If you don’t find what you are looking for, click on Excursions in the top navigational buttons for a full listing of excursions or click on LIVE HELP to chat with a Bahamas Excursion Expert.

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Nassau Private Charters – Exuma, Spanish Wells Swimming Pigs, Rose Island – From $1,100us

• Private Charter for up to 12 passengers on a 38ft Private Boat with Triple 300HP Engines
• Rose Island, Spanish Wells Pigs, Exuma Pigs, Allens Cay Iguanas and more Options
• Pick up within walking distance of Cruise ship pier

Nassau Breezes All Inclusive Resort Day Pass – $100us

• Unlimited Drinks ( alcoholic and non).
• All You Can Eat Buffet and Snack Cafe.
• Seaside and Poolside Seating + Towels.

Nassau Island Tours – $40us

• Nassau 2.5hr Historical Island Tour
• Nassau Rum Cake Factory Tour and John Watling's Distillery
• Queen Staircase, Fort Fincastle, shopping and more!

Nassau Sailing and Snorkeling Tours – From $90us

• Private Sailing and Snorkeling Tours
• Full Day and Half Day Tours
• Private and non-private tours available

RIU Palace Adults Only All Inclusive Day Pass – $150us

• Free Open Bar With Tropical Drinks
• Delicious Lunch Buffet and snacks from the Sports bar
• Luxury Resort with Seaside pool with swim up bar and Beach Chairs

Nassau Private Custom Island Tours – From $180us

• Private Air Conditioned Vans all to yourself with Professional Guide.
• 4 hours or 2.5 hours Tour Options.
• Visit Historical Landmarks, Beaches, Local Attractions, Bars, Restaurants and More.

Nassau Ultimate Snorkeling Adventure – $99us

• 2 Snorkeling Stops : Explore a Wreck and a Stunning Coral Reef
• Full snorkeling gear and professional instruction are provided
• Round trip transfers from your Resort and your cruise ship port

Nassau Private Boat Charters – Swim with the Nassau Pigs, Rose Island, and Fishing! – From $750us

• Choice of Nassau Beach Pigs, Private Snorkeling, Secluded Beaches at Rose Island, Turtle Swim, Sight Seeing and fishing
• Snorkeling Gear, snorkeling vests
• Ice, bottled water, sodas and chips included

Nassau Discover Scuba Diving – $181us

• Instruction and Assistance with all aspects of SCUBA gear and safety
• All SCUBA required equipment
• 1 tank dive on a shallow reef

Nassau Shark Scuba Diving Adventure – $202us

• Two Tank Dive with Shark Encounters at both Locations
• Professional experienced Shark Feeders
• Tanks + weights included. Additional equipment is available at an additional cost

Freeport Peterson Cay Kayak Snorkeling Tours – $69us

• Kayak and Snorkel in Pristine Peterson Cay National Park
• Kayaks and Full snorkel gear/ snorkeling vest
• Round trip transfers from the Cruise Ship Terminal or Resort/Hotel

Freeport Grand Bahamas Beach Horseback Riding – $165us

• 2 hour Trail and Beach Horseback Riding
• Ride into the Sea with your Horse on this Magical Tour
• No previous horseback riding experience required

Freeport Private Boat Charter – From $950us

• 4 Hour / 6 Hour Private Custom Boat Charters
• Options Include snorkeling at Treasure Reef, Peterson Cay and Fishing
• Snorkel gear, soda and water included

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This was the best vacation I've ever had! We had an amazing guide Claudina, who guided and dropped us off at the resort. The resort was quiet, clean, and very organized. One of the nicest water parks I've ever been too! Definitely recommend to any family around, pretties waters around. a vacation you will remember for a lifetime.

Thank you for choosing to visit us at Baha Bay! We sincerely appreciate your positive feedback and will definitely share your positive experience with our team, especially Claudina. We strive to make each stay an extraordinary experience and take great pride in our guest service, culture, and authenticity. Again, thank you for your wonderful feedback and we look forward to welcoming you back to Baha Bay very soon! Warmest regards, Baha Bay Team

Team was fantastic!! Very helpful in every way! Our trip to Baha Mar was easy effortless and the staff were superb.

Thank you for choosing to visit us at Baha Bay! We sincerely appreciate your positive feedback and will definitely share your positive experience with our team. Again, thank you for your wonderful feedback and we look forward to welcoming you back to Baha Bay very soon! Warmest regards, Baha Bay Team

It was such a great pleasure to meet Darline and Angel at the check-in booth they was very helpful and informative. We are definitely coming back.

Thank you for choosing to visit us at Baha Bay! We sincerely appreciate your positive feedback and will definitely share your positive experience with our team, especially Darline, and Angel. We strive to make each stay a truly extraordinary experience and we take great pride in our guest service, culture and authenticity. Again, thank you for your wonderful feedback and we look forward to welcoming you back to Baha Bay very soon! Warmest regards, Baha Bay Team

We had a blast at this amazing water park. We plan to return next year. Very clean and beautiful water park.

Darline, Andre, and Claudina rendered exceptional service. Their warm personalities made our experience one that we will never forget.

Thank you for choosing to visit us at Baha Bay! We sincerely appreciate your positive feedback and will definitely share your positive experience with our team, especially Darline, Andre and CLaudina. We strive to make each stay a truly extraordinary experience and we take great pride in our guest service, culture and authenticity. Again, thank you for your wonderful feedback and we look forward to welcoming you back to Baha Bay very soon! Warmest regards, Baha Bay Team

Darline, Andre, and Claudina were super friendly and made my first time experience one to remember. I had a blast and they are truly awesome………..😌😌😊😊😊😊😊😌

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MSC Cruises Announces 2025 Itineraries for North America

MSC Cruises announces its lineup of summer 2025 itineraries for North America, with four ships sailing from U.S. homeports.

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MSC Cruises  announces its lineup of summer 2025 itineraries for North America, with four ships sailing from U.S. homeports. Departing from New York City, Miami, and Port Canaveral, these itineraries will call on popular destinations in the sun-soaked Caribbean, Florida, The Bahamas, and Bermuda, with most itineraries including stops at the cruise line’s private island – Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve.

Rubén A. Rodríguez, President, MSC Cruises USA, said:  “We want our guests to experience MSC Cruises’ most modern and innovative ships, whether they’re on a quick weekend getaway or the vacation of a lifetime. The Summer 2025 season will be an exciting one for us. MSC World America will let our guests experience the future of cruising with 7-night itineraries from Miami, and we’re enhancing our short cruises from Miami with the fantastic MSC Seascape providing 3- and 4-night options. We’re especially thrilled that all four ships sailing from U.S. homeports will call at Ocean Cay, providing guests with the opportunity to experience MSC Cruises’ unique and beautiful private island in The Bahamas no matter where they embark.”

Ships Sailing from PortMiami

MSC Cruises will have two ships sailing from its terminal at PortMiami—set to be the world’s largest. Miami’s newest megaship,  MSC World America  will be embarking on her inaugural season in April 2025. As the second in MSC Cruises’ World Class, the ship will be MSC’s largest U.S.-based vessel.

MSC World America  will offer 7-night sailings departing on Saturdays to both the Eastern and Western Caribbean. Ports include San Juan, Puerto Rico; Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic; Costa Maya and Cozumel, Mexico; Roatan, Honduras; and Ocean Cay, Bahamas.

MSC Seascape will also call the new PortMiami terminal home. She will offer a mix of 7-night itineraries in the Eastern and Western Caribbean along with new 3- and 4-night sailings to The Bahamas and Ocean Cay.

This marks the first time a Seaside EVO Class ship will offer short cruises from Miami. Select 3- and 4-night itineraries will stay overnight at Ocean Cay, giving guests more time to enjoy the cruise line’s private island with activities including a sunset champagne cruise, beachside stargazing, and a lighthouse LED show.

New York Sailings

MSC Meraviglia will offer guests 7-night itineraries from New York City to Florida and The Bahamas. Notable stops include Port Canaveral (Florida), Nassau and Ocean Cay (The Bahamas).

Additionally, pink sand beaches await guests on 6- and 7-night itineraries to Bermuda. Guests will love spending several nights at the Royal Naval Dockyard with ample time to explore the island’s unique blend of cultures.

Port Canaveral Sailings

From Port Canaveral,  MSC Seashore  will sail a range of itinerary options, including 3- and 4-night escapes to The Bahamas. Some of the ship’s 7-night itineraries start out with two days at Ocean Cay followed by stops in Cozumel and Costa Maya.

Itinerary Highlights:

• MSC World America  – Sailing 7-night itineraries from Miami departing on Saturdays to the Eastern and Western Caribbean.
• MSC Seascape  – Sailing 3-, 4- and 7-night itineraries from Miami departing on Thursdays and Sundays. Itineraries visit popular ports in the Eastern Caribbean, Western Caribbean, and The Bahamas.
• MSC Meraviglia  – Sailing 7-night itineraries from New York City to Florida and The Bahamas or Bermuda departing on Sundays.
• MSC Seashore  – Sailing from Port Canaveral with a range of options departing Thursdays and Sundays. Itineraries include 3- and 4-night sailings to The Bahamas and 7-night sailings to the Western Caribbean.

Are you happy to hear that MSC Cruises announces its 2025 itineraries for North America? Do you have plans to cruise on the new World America when she debuts? Drop us an anchor below to share what you love about MSC Cruises.

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Mizuho Initiates Coverage of Royal Caribbean Cruises (RCL) with Buy Recommendation

Fintel reports that on April 17, 2024, Mizuho initiated coverage of Royal Caribbean Cruises ( NYSE:RCL ) with a Buy recommendation.

Analyst Price Forecast Suggests 19.25% Upside

As of April 17, 2024, the average one-year price target for Royal Caribbean Cruises is 150.96. The forecasts range from a low of 116.15 to a high of $182.70. The average price target represents an increase of 19.25% from its latest reported closing price of 126.60.

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The projected annual revenue for Royal Caribbean Cruises is 14,725MM, an increase of 5.94%. The projected annual non-GAAP EPS is 6.26.

What is the Fund Sentiment?

There are 1546 funds or institutions reporting positions in Royal Caribbean Cruises. This is an increase of 542 owner(s) or 53.98% in the last quarter. Average portfolio weight of all funds dedicated to RCL is 0.23%, an increase of 35.85%. Total shares owned by institutions increased in the last three months by 31.35% to 268,462K shares.

What are Other Shareholders Doing?

Capital Research Global Investors holds 29,766K shares representing 11.60% ownership of the company. In it's prior filing, the firm reported owning 29,532K shares, representing an increase of 0.79%. The firm increased its portfolio allocation in RCL by 26.56% over the last quarter.

Capital International Investors holds 29,310K shares representing 11.42% ownership of the company. In it's prior filing, the firm reported owning 28,958K shares, representing an increase of 1.20%. The firm increased its portfolio allocation in RCL by 25.66% over the last quarter.

AGTHX - GROWTH FUND OF AMERICA holds 20,391K shares representing 7.94% ownership of the company. In it's prior filing, the firm reported owning 20,459K shares, representing a decrease of 0.34%. The firm increased its portfolio allocation in RCL by 7.27% over the last quarter.

AIVSX - INVESTMENT CO OF AMERICA holds 17,759K shares representing 6.92% ownership of the company. In it's prior filing, the firm reported owning 17,528K shares, representing an increase of 1.30%. The firm increased its portfolio allocation in RCL by 26.94% over the last quarter.

VTSMX - Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund Investor Shares holds 6,831K shares representing 2.66% ownership of the company. In it's prior filing, the firm reported owning 6,776K shares, representing an increase of 0.81%. The firm increased its portfolio allocation in RCL by 26.61% over the last quarter.

Royal Caribbean Group Background Information

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Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., doing business as Royal Caribbean Group, is a cruise vacation company that owns four global brands: Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises, Azamara and Silversea. Royal Caribbean Group is also a 50% owner of a joint venture that operates TUI Cruises and Hapag-Lloyd Cruises. Together, our brands operate 61 ships with an additional 15 on order as of December 21, 2020.

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