ATV Riding in Nassau: Self-Guided Beach Buggy Rental

You drive the buggy, you choose where to go.

Rent a side-by-side beach buggy in Nassau for a half day or full day and explore on your own schedule. Pickup and drop-off from most major hotels and the cruise port are included, along with fuel, insurance and a Bluetooth speaker. Customize your route to hit Queen's Staircase, Arawak Cay's Fish Fry, the Paradise Island Bridge, Atlantis Resort and any of the island's 20+ free public beaches, or ride off-road through Nassau's interior.

The experience

You pick the rental length (half day or full day), and the buggy is yours to operate. Pickup happens at your hotel or cruise port, so you don't arrange separate transport to get started. The side-by-side seats a passenger alongside you, and the rental includes fuel, insurance and a Bluetooth speaker so you can play music while you drive. From there, the day is whatever you want it to be: hit the famous stops or skip them, spend an hour at one beach or move between several, take the paved roads or find the off-road stretches.

The named attractions are all reachable. Queen's Staircase is a 66-step carved passage cut into limestone centuries ago. Arawak Cay, known locally as the Fish Fry, is where locals eat: fresh seafood and drinks at open-air stalls right on the water. The Paradise Island Bridge connects the main island to the resort, and Atlantis sits just across it. On the western side, caves hold evidence of 10th-century settlement. But none of these are mandatory stops: you can spend the whole day beach-hopping instead, or mix a couple of landmarks with swimming and exploring on your own terms. The rental ends when you drop the buggy back at the pickup point.

Accessibility is built in: the rental is wheelchair accessible, and specialized infant seats are available if you're traveling with small children. Service animals ride along. The pickup locations include most major hotels and the cruise port, which means no separate negotiation about how to get to the rental desk.

What’s included

• Pickup and drop-off from most major hotels and cruise port.
• fuel and insurance.
• Bluetooth speaker for music while you drive.

Options for this experience

2 options

Half-day side-by-side beach buggy rental in Nassau, BahamasGuide in English · 6 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 14:00Pickup is included

Beach buggy rental for the full dayGuide in English · 5 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 13:00Side-by-side beach buggy for 8 hours, with pickup included

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day6 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 14:00

Book up to2h before

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 17 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePets welcome

Operated by Viking Rentals

Is this one for you?Choose the half-day rental if you want to hit a few landmarks and still have the afternoon free. Go full day if you're planning to island-hop between multiple beaches and take your time exploring off the main roads. Either way, you're driving yourself, so the pace and the stops are entirely up to you: no guide schedule, no fixed itinerary.

Traveler reviews

3.75★★★★★★★★★★

48 verified traveler reviews

5 ★27

4 ★2

3 ★6

2 ★6

1 ★7

Read all the reviews ›

Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I ride the beach buggy if I've never driven one before?

The side-by-side beach buggy is designed for self-guided rental, so you operate it yourself. The rental is suitable for all physical fitness levels and no special license is required. Just a valid driver's license. Pickup and drop-off are handled at your hotel or cruise port, so you start the day ready to drive.

What's included in the rental, and what do I pay extra for?

The rental includes pickup and drop-off from your hotel or cruise port, fuel, insurance, and a Bluetooth speaker. Gratuities and any damages to the vehicle are not covered by the rental price and would be your responsibility.

Can I stop at beaches and restaurants, or is the route fixed?

The route is entirely yours to customize. You can visit Queen's Staircase, Arawak Cay, Paradise Island Bridge and Atlantis Resort, or skip them and spend the day at any of the 20+ free public beaches around Nassau. You choose which stops matter and how long to stay at each one.

How long is the rental, and can I extend it?

You choose between a half-day or full-day rental when you book. The half-day option gives you a shorter window, while the full-day rental lets you explore at a slower pace and cover more ground if you want to.

What happens if I'm traveling with kids or need accessibility support?

Specialized infant seats are available for small children, and infants can also ride in a pram or stroller. The buggy rental is wheelchair accessible, and all pickup locations and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. Service animals are welcome to ride along.