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Bermuda: Crystal Caves, Aquarium & Hamilton Ferry Tour

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Duration5h
GroupUp to 100
LanguagesEN
Mobile ticketAccepted

Walking Through Limestone Caverns, Then Shopping Hamilton's Waterfront

You walk through Crystal Caves on a guided pontoon pathway with entry included, then visit the Bermuda Aquarium to see tropical marine life and birds, spend time shopping and eating in Hamilton, and return by ferry to the Dockyard. The five-hour tour handles all the reservations and transport logistics, so you just show up at the start time.

5h

Step-by-step itinerary

  • Walk through Crystal Caves
  • Visit Bermuda Aquarium and Zoo
  • Shop and lunch in Hamilton
  • Take ferry to Royal Naval Dockyard

The Experience

Hands grip the pontoon railing as you move across the floating pathway deep inside Crystal Caves, limestone formations rising on both sides and the water below catching the light from openings far above. The guide leads the group through — it's a guided walk, not a solo exploration, and the tour operator books the whole group's entry in advance so there's no line negotiation when you arrive. The cave entrance fee is included if you booked after August 18, 2024. It takes about an hour inside, and the air stays cool and damp the whole time.

After the caves, the coach takes you to the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo, where you'll see a replica coral reef and tropical birds and animals in the same visit. The aquarium entrance isn't included — you pay that on the day — but it's a natural next stop if you want to see what lives in the water you just walked over. Then you head into Hamilton, the capital, with time to walk Front Street and its boutiques and shops, or grab lunch if that's what you need. The pace is loose here; you're not being herded through a schedule.

When you're ready to leave, you catch the ferry across Hamilton Harbour back to the Royal Naval Dockyard, and that ticket is included. The whole day runs five hours, and the minimum group size is eight people — if a tour doesn't hit that number before departure, it can be cancelled, so book early enough to give it a chance to fill. You'll need moderate fitness for the walking, and anyone under 18 needs an adult with them. Call after 6pm to confirm if your tour is close to the start time, since the office can't answer the phone while groups are out.

What’s included

  • Air-conditioned coach transport.
  • Crystal Caves entrance fee (if booking made after August 18, 2024).
  • professional guide with reserved cave entry for the whole group.
  • ferry ticket back to Royal Naval Dockyard.
  • time to explore the Bermuda Aquarium, Museum & Zoo (entrance paid separately on the day).
  • shopping and lunch time in Hamilton.
Good to know
Moderate physical levelPublic transport nearby

Operated by Bermuda Island Tours More

Is this one for you?Pick this tour if you want to see Crystal Caves without arranging your own transport and reservations, and don't mind paying the aquarium fee separately on arrival — the guided cave entry and included ferry back to the Dockyard handle the logistics that usually take planning.

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Top questions

Is the aquarium entrance fee included?
No. Crystal Caves entry is included if you booked after August 18, 2024, but you pay the aquarium fee on the day of the tour.
How long do you spend inside the caves?
About an hour. You walk a guided route on a floating pontoon pathway through the limestone formations.
What's included in the price?
Air-conditioned coach transport, Crystal Caves entrance (if booked after Aug 18, 2024), professional guide, and ferry ticket back to the Dockyard. The aquarium and any shopping or meals are separate.
Can you go at your own pace in Hamilton?
Yes. After the aquarium, you have free time to shop, eat, or walk around Hamilton before catching the ferry back.
Is there a minimum group size?
Yes, eight people. Tours that don't reach that number may be cancelled before departure.
What's the age requirement?
All passengers must be at least 3 years old. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
How do you get back to the Dockyard?
By ferry across Hamilton Harbour. The ferry ticket is included.
How much notice do you need to book?
Book at least 10 hours before the tour start time. The booking cut-off is 11pm daily.

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