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Nassau: Funky Jeep Island Tour with Junkanoo & Food TastingYou’ll ride through Nassau in a funky open-air Jeep with a local guide, sip bush teas at Tasty Teas, dance along with Junkanoo musicians in full costume, tour John Watling’s Distillery for rum samples, then finish with Bahamian bites at Arawak Cay. Expect laughter, unexpected moments, and a taste of island life you’ll remember long after.
Nassau: 3 Islands Pigs, Turtles & Snorkel Beach Club LunchYou’ll swim with famous pigs near Athol Island, snorkel vibrant reefs by Pearl Island, and meet sea turtles at Green Cay on this Nassau day trip. After exploring turquoise waters with your local guide, unwind at Rose Island’s private beach club where lunch and drinks are waiting. Expect laughter, salty skin, and memories that linger long after you dry off.
Bahamas: Nassau Island Tour, Rum Cake & Fish Fry Food StopsYou’ll taste warm Bahamian rum cake straight from the source, climb cool limestone steps at Queen’s Staircase, try bush teas and fried conch at Arawak Cay’s Fish Fry, and catch glimpses of Atlantis rising over turquoise waters—all led by a local who knows every shortcut and story worth telling.
Nassau: Catamaran Snorkeling, Swimming Pigs & Turtles LunchYou’ll board a spacious catamaran in Nassau for a day trip that gets you snorkeling at Pearl Island’s reef, feeding swimming pigs at Rose Island (they really do swim), and gliding alongside turtles near Green Cay. Lunch is served onboard with plenty of space to sprawl out between stops. You’ll laugh with locals, taste salt on your lips, and probably end up thinking about those pigs long after you leave.
Nassau: Can Am Buggy Rental & Self-Guided Island Day TripYou’ll drive your own Can Am Buggy through Nassau with pickup at the cruise port, stopping at places like Fort Charlotte and Queen’s Staircase. Taste sky juice at Arawak Cay and hear stories from locals as you explore at your own pace. Expect sun on your face, music in your ears—and maybe a moment or two that sticks with you long after.
Nassau: Historic Downtown Walking Tour & Straw MarketYou walk through downtown Nassau's main landmarks — Queen's Staircase, Government House, Fort Fincastle, and the Water Tower — with a local guide who explains the colonial and Bahamian history at each stop. A wine and chocolate tasting at the Bahamas' only winery breaks up the morning, and you finish at the Straw Market for shopping and photos. The tour includes an audio headset, bottled water, and a map, and moves at a pace that lets you actually see the place instead of rushing through it.Is it for me?Pick this tour if you want the main historic sites of downtown Nassau explained by someone who knows them, plus time to actually look around instead of just checking boxes — the audio headset and guided pace are what make that possible in a busy downtown area.
Nassau Airport Transfer: Private Ride & Free Grocery StopYou're picked up at the terminal exit by a named driver, offered refreshments, and given the option to stop at a grocery or liquor store for thirty minutes at no charge. Car seats for children are included. The route is scenic, the vehicle is modern and air-conditioned, and you control the pickup time — no waiting for a shared shuttle or negotiating with a taxi driver at the curb.Is it for me?Book this if you're landing in Nassau with luggage, kids, or just want to skip the taxi line and arrive without negotiating a fare — the private vehicle and fixed price mean you know the cost upfront, and the grocery stop saves you a separate errand once you've cleared customs.
Nassau: Snorkel & Shark Dive Shore ExcursionYou snorkel two reef sites hand-picked by the captain for clarity and calm, see tropical fish and living coral, then watch sharks being fed or observe them from the boat. The tour includes all snorkel gear, fresh water, and port pickup and drop-off timed to your ship's schedule. Actual water time runs about three hours.Is it for me?Book this if you're docked in Nassau and want to see the reefs and sharks without arranging your own boat, gear, or timing around your ship's departure—the fixed schedule and included equipment mean you just show up and snorkel.
Fish Pedicure in Downtown Nassau: Caribbean's Largest SpaA fish pedicure spa experience in Downtown Nassau where you soak your feet in tanks filled with Garra rufa fish that gently nibble away dead skin for 25 minutes. The spa holds 40 custom tanks decorated in Junkanoo style with live music and tropical drinks included; children from age 4 are welcome, and the space is fully wheelchair accessible. You get a foot scrub, warm towel and foot massage as part of the session.Is it for me?Your feet end up soft and exfoliated without a blade or chemical scrub—the Garra rufa fish do the work while you sit in a social, music-filled room with a drink in hand, which is what makes the whole thing feel more like a party than a typical spa visit.
Nassau: KINDWalk Historical Tour & Rum Tasting with EliyahYou’ll walk Nassau’s colorful streets with Eliyah, hear stories most visitors miss, step inside cool stone churches, sample rich Bahamian chocolate, and taste local rum—all while feeling part of real island life for a few hours.
Buggy Tour Nassau: Caves, Jaws Beach & Bahamian lunchYou choose your vehicle—ATV or buggy—and follow your guide through three stops: caves with local history, Jaws Beach from the James Bond film, and Clifton Heritage Park on an off-road run. Swim time is built in, and lunch with Bahamian food and a local drink is included before the return ride.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to drive their own off-road vehicle and see three distinct stops—caves, a famous film beach, and a heritage park—without arranging transport or meals separately. The 25-plus age requirement and driver's license check mean you need to be ready to show ID and comfortable handling an ATV or buggy on uneven terrain.
Nassau: Segway Fort Charlotte & Arawak Cay Food TourYou ride a Segway through Nassau's historic Fort Charlotte, glide along Long Wharf Beach with harbor views, and stop for a full meal at Arawak Cay's fish fry. The tour includes lunch, drinks, entry fees and three hours of guided riding and walking. Hotel pickup is available, and the whole experience keeps you moving without exhausting you.Is it for me?This works well if you want to see Nassau's history and waterfront without renting a car or arranging separate stops — the Segway covers distance quickly, the guide handles the stories, and lunch is already planned. You'll need to be reasonably fit and comfortable balancing on a moving platform for three hours.
Rose Island Swimming Pigs Tour: Snorkel, Feed & LunchA half-day boat tour from Paradise Island to Rose Island where you swim with and feed the resident pigs, snorkel a vibrant coral reef with masks and snorkels provided, visit Sandy Cay (the Gilligan's Island location), spot wild sea turtles at Green Cay, and return through Nassau Harbour. Lunch and beverages are included at a local beach bar; the tour runs 4 hours with a live English-speaking guide, and children from age 2 are welcome.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to pack multiple stops—pigs, coral, turtles, and a harbour cruise—into a half day without arranging transport or meals separately. The fixed schedule and included lunch mean the morning holds together without anyone building it.
Nassau: Rose Island Snorkeling, Turtles & Swimming PigsYou snorkel with native sea turtles at Green Cay, explore the reef, and spend unhurried time on Rose Island's white sand beach with drinks and snacks included. Private transportation picks you up from your hotel, and the group stays small—six people max—so you move between stops without the crowding of larger tours. Swimming pigs can be added separately if that matters to your day.Is it for me?A good fit if you want snorkeling and beach time without the crowd of a large group tour—the private boat and six-person max mean you move at your own rhythm between stops. The four-hour window is tight enough to fit a half-day into your Nassau schedule, but long enough to actually spend time in the water and on the sand instead of just passing through.
Nassau Airport Taxi: Private Car to Hotel & Flexible StopsYou're picked up at Nassau airport and driven directly to your hotel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle; the driver can stop for groceries or food if you ask; on departure day, the same service brings you back to the airport. The price is fixed before arrival, which means no negotiation at the curb.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the taxi queue and arrive with transport already arranged — the fixed price and pre-booked driver remove the negotiation and uncertainty that comes with hailing a cab at the curb.
Nassau: Wine, Rum Cake & Conch Food Tour with Atlantis StopYou’ll taste Bahamian wine, fresh conch fritters, local chocolate and rum cake while exploring Nassau’s colorful streets with a guide who knows every shortcut. Climb the Queen’s Staircase, snap photos at Atlantis Paradise Island, and share laughs over food you might not expect to love—sometimes it’s those small surprises that stick with you long after.
Exuma Cays: Swimming Pigs, Nurse Sharks & Plane Wreck TourYou’ll swim with Exuma’s famous pigs, feed nurse sharks (if you dare), snorkel above a sunken WWII plane wreck, and share Bahamian lunch at Lorraine’s Cafe—all with local guides who know every cay by heart. Expect laughter, saltwater hair, and stories you’ll want to retell long after you’re home.
Nassau Food Tour: Bahamian Tastings at Arawak CayThe Flavors of Nassau Food Tour is a 3.5-hour tasting tour through Nassau that stops at four spots—a beloved pastry shop, a historic colonial house, a tea bar with rum infusions, and a local restaurant—sampling Bahamian staples and chef creations. A professional guide leads the route in an air-conditioned minivan, and all food, drink and transport are included; you choose dietary needs at booking.Is it for me?Come hungry and with an open mind—the tour moves through four different kitchens in 3.5 hours, so you're tasting constantly rather than sitting down for a meal, and every stop serves something you may not have tried before. The fixed schedule and included transport mean the day is already planned; you just show up and eat.
Nassau Airport Transfer: Private Car for 4 & UnderYou're met at Nassau airport arrivals with a name sign and driven directly to your hotel or Airbnb in a private, air-conditioned vehicle. WiFi is included, the driver knows the island, and your fare is fixed before departure. The whole transfer takes the guesswork out of getting from the airport to where you're staying.Is it for me?Book this if you land in Nassau with luggage and want to skip the taxi negotiation at the curb — the driver meets you inside, the fare is fixed, and you're in a cool car heading to your accommodation without any decisions to make.
Exuma Swimming Pigs & Sharks: Full Day Boat Tour from NassauYou board a boat in Nassau and spend the day island-hopping through the Exuma Cays: hand-feeding 40-year-old rock iguanas at Allen's Cay, viewing a sunken smuggling plane at Compass Cay, swimming with nurse sharks in calm lagoons, and paddling alongside the famous swimming pigs at Big Major Cay. Lunch and snacks are included, and the fixed itinerary means you see all four stops without planning transport or timing yourself.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see the Exuma Cays' main attractions—iguanas, sharks, pigs, and a sunken wreck—in one day without arranging your own boat, island permits, or timing between stops; the fixed itinerary is what makes four islands fit into a single departure.
