Rose Island: Private Boat Snorkel & Swim with Turtles

The water around Rose Island fills with sea turtles, and your private boat gets you there alone

You get a private boat, snorkel gear, and access to Rose Island's reefs and beaches for either 4 or 8 hours. Swim with sea turtles, explore coral, relax on sand, and visit Gilligan's Island: all without sharing the boat or following a fixed itinerary. Drinks and snacks are on board. You just decide where to anchor and when to move.

Options for this experience

2 options

From US$ 1,670 to US$ 2,800 per group, depending on the option and date you choose. See options & prices

Excursion for a private small group 6 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 14:00 Guide in English Up to 12 per booking Lasts 4 hours; water, juices, snacks and alcohol are provided; 32-foot boat

Snorkel, swim and sip on a private 40-foot adventure to Rose Island 6 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 14:00 Guide in English Up to 21 per booking

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Step-by-step itinerary

Private boat adventure and snorkeling

• Board private 40-foot or 32-foot boat
• Sail around Rose Island and nearby islands
• Snorkel at coral reefs
• Swim with turtles
• Relax on private beaches
• Optional visit to floating or Footprints beach bar

What’s included

• Your rental includes snorkel equipment, bottled water, sodas, snacks, and alcohol on board.
• A restroom is available.
• You choose between a 4 or 8-hour rental and customize which islands to visit and what activities to do at each stop.

Times

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• Every day 08:00 09:00 10:00 12:00 13:00 14:00

Information

Private boat snorkel tour to Rose Island, Bahamas. Swim with sea turtles, explore coral reefs, visit Gilligan's Island. 4 or 8-hour rentals, snorkel gear and drinks included.

Group Private 5 similar group tours ›

Live guide English

Meeting point and pickup No hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point. 2 similar tours with pickup › See the exact address

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Cancellation and refunds Free 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.

Good to know

Low physical effort Pets welcome Public transport nearby Not recommended during pregnancy Not recommended with heart problems Not recommended with back problems Infants must sit on laps

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The experience

The engine cuts and the water goes quiet. That's when you notice them: the turtles moving below, unhurried, curious about the boat. You're anchored off Rose Island on New Providence Island, and the only people here are the ones you brought. A 40-foot or 32-foot private boat means no crowd, no schedule except the one you set, and the freedom to linger wherever the day takes you. The boat leaves from Nassau and heads out to Rose Island, Athol Island, Green Cay, and Gilligan's Island: each stop customizable depending on what you want to do and how much time you have.

Snorkeling happens at coral reefs where the water stays clear enough to see the bottom, and the turtles are there most days. If you'd rather skip the reef and just float on a private beach, that works too. The boat carries snorkel gear, bottled water, sodas, snacks, and alcohol, so you're not hunting for supplies or rationing what you brought. There's a restroom on board, which matters on a 4 or 8-hour day on the water. You choose the length based on how many islands you want to hit and whether you're chasing a specific moment, like sunset or the floating bar that operates off Rose Island.

The boat is yours, which changes the rhythm of the day. No guide narrating facts, no group photo stops, no one else's pace. You swim when you want, stay in the water as long as you want, and move on when you're ready. Bring a group of friends, a family, or just two people, the boat adapts. The one thing to know: if you want to swim with the pigs that Rose Island is known for, that's not included in the rental, so you'd need to arrange that separately or skip it. Most people come for the turtles and the reef anyway.

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.

What's the difference between the 4-hour and 8-hour rental?

The 4-hour option fits the main stops: Rose Island, snorkeling, and a beach break. The 8-hour rental gives you time to visit more islands like Athol Island, Green Cay, and Gilligan's Island, plus longer at each spot.

Is snorkel gear included?

Yes. Snorkel equipment is provided on the boat, so you don't need to bring your own or rent separately.

Can we swim with the pigs?

Swimming with pigs is not included in the boat rental. You'd need to arrange that activity separately if it's a priority.

What drinks are available?

The boat stocks bottled water, sodas, and alcohol. You can bring additional drinks if you prefer.

Is there a bathroom on the boat?

Yes, there's a restroom on board.

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