Nassau: Jeep Island Tour with Forts & Bahamian Lunch

Jeep adventure in Nassau with forts, tea tasting and island lunch

You’ll feel Nassau’s pulse riding in an open jeep past pastel houses and lively markets. Explore historic forts with a local guide, sip fresh island teas, and share a full Bahamian lunch: grilled fish, plantains, laughter included. Expect salty breezes, small surprises (like those homemade baskets), and moments that linger long after you’ve left.

Step-by-step itinerary

Nassau jeep tour and tastings

• Take photos and get information
• Get information at Fort Fincastle
• Pass by Government House
• Visit Fort Charlotte and take pictures
• Sample teas and tropical juices

The experience

The first thing I noticed was the sound. Those jeeps have this low rumble that kind of vibrates in your chest. We met our guide just outside the cruise port (super easy to spot him, bright shirt and all), and right away he started joking about how everyone thinks they can drive Bahamian style. I let someone else take the wheel: felt safer that way. The air smelled like salt and fried dough from some food stall nearby, which honestly made me hungry even before we started.

Our first stop was Fort Fincastle. The stones were still warm from the sun, and our guide, Dwayne, told us stories about pirates that sounded half real, half legend. He showed us where you could see all of Nassau below, roofs painted wild colors, laundry flapping in the wind. There was this moment when a little kid waved at us from a balcony, just grinning like he knew something we didn’t. I tried to get a photo but my camera glitched (of course), so now it’s just stuck in my head.

We rolled past Government House (the pink is even brighter up close) and then stopped at Fort Charlotte, the biggest one. There were women selling handwoven baskets under these blue tarps, laughing together in the shade. I bought a tiny one for my niece. It still smells faintly like straw and sea air. Dwayne pointed out old cannons and told us how soldiers used to watch for ships here: hard to imagine now with all the taxis buzzing by.

I didn’t expect to love the tea tasting as much as I did. It’s this Bahamian-owned place with eleven different blends: ginger-lime was my favorite, sharp but sweet somehow. They let us try tropical juices too. One tasted like mangoes and sunshine (I know that sounds cheesy but it’s true). Lunch was simple: grilled fish, rice, plantains, and a cold drink that hit just right after all that heat. We sat around swapping stories with Dwayne who swears he’s never left Nassau because “why would you leave paradise?” I still think about that view from Fort Fincastle sometimes, you know how some places just stick with you?

What’s included

Your day includes pickup from the cruise port in Nassau, guidance throughout by a local expert, bottled water to keep you cool under that island sun, entry to historic forts like Fincastle and Charlotte plus time to browse hand-crafted goods if you want them, and of course a full Bahamian lunch with drinks before heading back relaxed (and probably smiling) to your ship.

Options for this experience

3 options

Nassau jeep tour that includes lunchGuide in English · 09:30, 12:00 and 13:30Lasts 3 hours; lunch is included; jeep or buggy

Nassau jeep tour with a lunchGuide in English · 09:30Lasts 3 hours; Bahamian lunch and a beverage; buggy or jeep; starts at Bowcar Rentals, Atv & Buggy Rentals & Tours, Sands Road, Nassau, The Bahamas

Nassau Jeep TourGuide in English · Available from 1 Jan 2027Lasts 3 hours; includes a sample of the Canam Side By Side; starts at Bowcar Rentals, Atv & Buggy Rentals & Tours, Sands Road, Nassau, The Bahamas

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:30, 12:00 and 13:30

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (3 to 69 years) · Under 3: can't be booked

GroupUp to 60

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Bowcar Rentals

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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 24 h before the start.

How long is the Nassau jeep tour?

The guided jeep tour lasts approximately 3 hours.

Is pickup included for cruise passengers?

Yes, transportation is provided from the cruise port only.

What attractions are visited during the tour?

The tour includes stops at Fort Fincastle, Government House, Fort Charlotte, and a local tea tasting facility.

Is lunch included on this Nassau jeep tour?

Yes, a full Bahamian lunch with beverage is included.

Are infants or small children allowed on the tour?

Yes, infants can ride in a pram or stroller. Specialized infant seats are available.

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the Nassau jeep tour is wheelchair accessible.

Can I drive the jeep myself?

You can drive if you’re aged 25-69 with a valid physical driver’s license. All drivers must sign a rental contract and waiver.

What languages does the guide speak?

The main language is English. Check ahead for other language options if needed.

Are there shopping opportunities during the tour?

You can purchase hand-crafted items at Fort Charlotte during the stop there.