Snorkeling in Nassau: Private 38ft Charter

Coral reefs and shallow waters you navigate yourself.

A private snorkeling charter in Nassau puts you on a 38ft cabin cruiser with a live English-speaking guide, snorkel gear and fishing equipment included. You choose your itinerary: coral reef snorkeling, deep sea or inshore fishing, a visit to Gilligan's Island, or a stop at Footprints Beach Bar and Grill on Rose Island. The boat holds up to 8 guests and runs for either a half day or a full day, with bottled water and ice on board.

The experience

You board a 38ft cabin cruiser in Nassau and spend the next several hours on the water doing exactly what you want. The guide is there to navigate and help with setup, but the day is yours to shape: snorkel at one of several coral reefs the guide knows, fish the shallows over the reefs or drop a line in deeper water, or simply anchor near Gilligan's Island and swim in the turquoise shallows. The boat carries snorkel gear and all the fishing equipment you need, so you show up without worrying about rentals or what to bring.

On a full-day charter, you can add a stop at Footprints Beach Bar and Grill on Rose Island, where the water runs in shades of turquoise and the beach is white sand. The bar has a full menu and a stocked bar, plus volleyball and billiards if you want to stay on land for a bit. Lunch and the landing fee are separate from the charter cost, so you decide whether to eat there or bring your own food. The half-day option gives you four hours on the water. The full day stretches to eight, so you can cover more ground or simply spend longer at the reefs or islands you like best.

Bottled water and ice come with the charter. The boat is private, so it's just your group: no strangers, no fixed itinerary beyond what you ask for. Cruise ship passengers need to provide their ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time at booking so the guide can plan the return.

What’s included

• The charter includes a private 38ft cabin cruiser with a live English-speaking guide.
• snorkel gear and all fishing equipment.
• bottled water and ice throughout the day.

Options for this experience

2 options

Half Day CharterGuide in English · 08:00 and 13:00Lasts 4 hours

Full Day CharterGuide in English · 08:00This charter leaves at 8 am or 9 am, and lasts 8 hours.

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

Before you book

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

Book up to12h before

GroupPrivate

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. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effort

Operated by Born Free Charters

Is this one for you?Book the half-day charter if you want a few hours on the water without committing to a full afternoon. Choose the full day if you want time to explore multiple reefs, try both snorkeling and fishing, or add a beach stop at Rose Island. Either way, you're steering the day. The guide handles the boat and the logistics, and you decide what to do with the hours.

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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.

Can I snorkel and fish on the same charter, or do I have to pick one?

You can do both on the same day. The guide will take you to snorkeling reefs and fishing grounds, and you decide how much time to spend on each. The boat carries both snorkel gear and fishing equipment, so switching between them is just a matter of what you want to do next.

What are the coral reefs like in Nassau?

The reefs around Nassau are colorful and shallow enough for snorkeling, with the guide choosing from several known spots depending on conditions and what you want to see. Gilligan's Island is also a popular stop on the charter, and you can swim and snorkel in the waters around it.

Is lunch included in the charter?

Lunch is not included, but on a full-day charter you can stop at Footprints Beach Bar and Grill on Rose Island and order food and drinks there. You pay separately for anything you eat or drink at the bar. You're also welcome to bring your own food and drinks on board.

How many people can fit on the boat?

The 38ft cabin cruiser holds up to 8 guests, so it works for a couple, a family or a small group of friends. It's a private charter, meaning your group has the boat to yourselves.

Do I need experience to snorkel or fish on this charter?

The charter is suitable for all physical fitness levels. The guide will help you with snorkel gear setup and fishing technique, so you don't need prior experience. The reefs are accessible for snorkeling, and the fishing ranges from shallow inshore to deeper water depending on what you want to try.

What's included in the charter cost?

The charter includes the boat, guide, snorkel gear, fishing equipment, bottled water and ice. Lunch, drinks and the landing fee at Rose Island are not included and are paid separately if you choose to use them.