Snorkeling at Peterson Cay National Park: Private Reef Charter

Snorkel the reef at Peterson Cay and set your own pace on the water

An all-day private snorkeling charter to Peterson Cay National Park reef in Freeport, Grand Bahama, where you operate the snorkel gear and the boat schedule is yours alone. Hotel pickup is included from anywhere on the island. The boat runs weather permitting. A live guide speaks English, Spanish or French.

Step-by-step itinerary

Evening private wine and cheese cruise

• Pick up from Grand Bahama location
• Cruise canals of Grand Bahama
• View waterfront residences
• Sip wine and enjoy cheese nibbles
• Watch island sunset
• Return to pick up location

The experience

The reef off Peterson Cay National Park is the draw here, and you reach it on a private boat with no fixed itinerary and no other groups. You set the hours, the pace and how long you stay in the water. The operator picks you up from your hotel or accommodation anywhere on Grand Bahama and takes you out to snorkel the reef itself. The boat is yours for the day, which means you can move between spots, rest on deck, or stay longer at a site that holds your attention.

A live guide is on board and speaks English, Spanish or French. The boat runs weather permitting, so the operator will confirm conditions before you depart. Because this is a private charter, you avoid the crowds and the fixed schedule of group tours. The trade is that you book the whole boat rather than a single seat, which works best when you're traveling with others or want the flexibility of a full day on the water without anyone else's timeline.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup from your accommodation anywhere on Grand Bahama.
• a private boat for the full day.
• a live guide who speaks English, Spanish or French.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 18:00

AgesAdult (12 to 64 years) · Senior (65 to 90 years) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (under 3)

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 19 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 3 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Experience Grand Bahama Island

Is this one for you?Book this if you're traveling with a group or want a full day on the water without a set schedule. The private boat means you control when you snorkel, how long you stay at each spot, and when you head back, which works best when you have flexibility and want to avoid crowds.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English, Spanish and French.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3).

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.

What is Peterson Cay National Park like for snorkeling?

Peterson Cay National Park sits off Grand Bahama and is known for its reef system. The operator takes you out to snorkel the reef itself, where you'll be in the water with your own gear rather than watching from the boat.

What happens if the weather turns bad?

These private daytime boat charters run weather permitting. The operator will confirm conditions before your departure and can reschedule if needed.

What's included in the all-day charter price?

Hotel pickup from anywhere on Grand Bahama is included, along with the private boat and guide for the full day. Food, beverages and snorkel gear are not mentioned in the operator's material, so confirm those details before booking.