Nassau: Green Cay Turtle Snorkeling & Rose Island Beach Lunch

Swim With Turtles at Green Cay, Then Lunch on Rose Island

You get picked up from your Nassau hotel, snorkel at Pearl Island and Green Cay where turtles swim nearby, stop at Gilligan's Island for the nostalgia, then spend the afternoon on Rose Island's beach with lunch included. All snorkel equipment, safety gear, and onboard refreshments are covered. The boat has a restroom and WiFi, so you're not roughing it.

Step-by-step itinerary

Snorkeling and beach time tour

• Snorkel at Pearl Island coral reef
• Swim with turtles at Green Cay
• Visit Gilligan's Island for adventure
• Lunch and beach time at Rose Island

The experience

The boat was supposed to leave at 8:30, but the captain was still loading coolers at 8:45. Nobody seemed stressed about it, which is either a good sign or how things work in Nassau. Once we actually cast off, though, the pace picked up. First stop is Pearl Island, where the reef drops off close enough that you can see the fish without going deep. The water's clear enough that you don't need to be a strong swimmer to spot them. The snorkel gear is included and fits fine, though if you've got your own, bring it.

Green Cay is the thing people actually come for. You pull up and there they are: sea turtles, just hanging in the shallows like they own the place, which I guess they do. You can swim right up to them or stay on the boat if you'd rather watch. Either way, it's the kind of moment that doesn't feel staged. After Green Cay, there's Gilligan's Island, which is more of a quick photo stop for anyone who remembers the show. The beach is small and the novelty wears fast, but it's there if you want it.

Rose Island is where the day actually settles. The beach is the real thing: white sand, water so clear you can see the bottom twenty feet out, and enough space that you're not packed in with other groups. Lunch is included, and it's not a rushed thing. You get actual time to swim, lie around, and let the morning snorkel fade into the background. The boat has a restroom, WiFi if you need it, and they keep cold water and soda flowing. The whole half-day runs about four to five hours from pickup to drop-off, which means you're back in Nassau by early afternoon.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• snorkel equipment and safety jackets.
• entry to Pearl Island, Green Cay, Gilligan's Island, and Rose Island.
• lunch on Rose Island.
• bottled water, soda, coffee and tea onboard.
• use of the boat's restroom.
• WiFi access onboard.

Options for this experience

3 options

Guide in English08:00 and 13:00

Guide in English08:00 and 13:00

Guide in English08:00 and 13:00

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00 and 13:00

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 17 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h 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 9 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelInfant seats availableNot for pregnant travelers

Operated by Mutton Fish Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you want the main snorkel highlights around Nassau without arranging your own boat, gear, or figuring out which islands to hit: the fixed itinerary and included lunch mean you show up and the day unfolds on schedule.

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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 24h before the start.

How long is the half-day tour?

The tour runs approximately four to five hours from hotel pickup to drop-off, with the bulk of time spent snorkeling and on Rose Island beach.

Can I see turtles if I don't snorkel?

Yes. At Green Cay you can watch the turtles from the boat or wade in shallow water without diving. Snorkeling is optional, not required.

Is snorkel equipment included?

Yes, snorkel gear and safety jackets are provided. You can bring your own if you prefer.

Is this suitable for non-swimmers?

The tour is suitable for all fitness levels. Green Cay has shallow areas where you can watch turtles without entering deep water, and Rose Island beach time doesn't require swimming.

What should I bring?

Bring sunscreen, a towel, and a change of clothes. The boat provides water and soda, but you may want to bring snacks or cash for extras.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, air-conditioned vehicle pickup from your Nassau hotel is included.

Can I bring children?

Yes. Specialized infant seats are available by request, and the tour is family-friendly with shallow snorkel areas and beach time.