Bermuda: Private Beach Hop Tour with Rum Swizzle & Nature Reserve

Summary

Swim pink sands & wander wild coves on a relaxed Bermuda beach day

You’ll walk barefoot through pink sand at Horseshoe Bay, hear local stories from your guide as you hop between Bermuda’s best beaches, then unwind for hours at Cooper’s Island Nature Reserve with a cold rum swizzle in hand. Sea turtles might swim by while you sunbathe or wander wildflower paths—don’t be surprised if you want to stay longer than planned.

What’s the experience like?

I almost lost my flip-flop in the sand at Horseshoe Bay — first stop of our Bermuda beach hop — and honestly, I didn’t even care. Our guide, Andre, grinned and pointed out how the limestone rocks curve around the cove like someone tried to hug the ocean. The water was that clear blue you only see in postcards (or so I thought), but it was real enough to sting my eyes when I dove under. There were kids laughing somewhere behind us and the faint smell of coconut sunscreen drifting by. It’s weird how you remember tiny things like that.

We wandered down to Warwick Long Bay next — Andre insisted it had the “pinkest” sand on the island, and he was right. I tried to take a photo but it never quite captured the color (my phone camera’s fault, not Bermuda’s). He told us stories about growing up here, about how Southlands Beach used to be part of some old estate nobody could visit. Now it’s just cliffs and wild waves and hardly anyone else around except us. Elbow Beach felt longer somehow, maybe because we walked slow and let our feet sink in. I kept finding little shells shaped like commas.

The last stretch took us all the way out to Cooper’s Island Nature Reserve — which used to be off-limits until not that long ago. Andre handed me a bottle of homemade rum swizzle (sweet but with a kick) and said we’d have four hours here to do whatever: climb the wildlife tower, look for sea turtles (I saw one poke its head up near some parrot fish), or just nap under an umbrella. The breeze smelled salty-sweet, mixed with flowers I couldn’t name. Honestly, time got fuzzy after that — I just remember sun on my face and feeling like I’d been let in on a secret. Getting picked up at the end felt too soon.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Visit top five Bermuda beaches

• Arrive at Horseshoe Bay Beach
• Explore small cove and limestone rocks
• Visit Warwick Long Bay pink sand beach
• Walk Southlands Beach by tall cliffs
• Stop at Elbow Beach near hotel
• Drive to southeastern tip of island
• Explore Cooper's Island Nature Reserve
• Enjoy wildlife observation tower
• Relax on five nearby pristine beaches
• Drink complimentary Bermuda rum swizzle
• Sunbathe and swim in clear waters
• Return to starting location

Top questions

How many beaches are visited during this Bermuda beach hop?

The tour stops at five different beaches across Bermuda.

Is transportation included throughout the day?

Yes, air-conditioned vehicle transport is provided between all stops.

What is included in the tour price?

Your day includes beach chairs, umbrella, ice bucket with ice, complimentary rum swizzle bottle, water bottles, and pickup/drop-off by vehicle.

How long do we spend at Cooper's Island Nature Reserve?

You’ll have about four hours to explore Cooper's Island Nature Reserve on your own.

Are there opportunities to see wildlife?

Yes—at Cooper's Island you can spot sea birds, flowers, plants, parrot fish and sometimes friendly sea turtles.

Is lunch provided during this private Bermuda beach tour?

No lunch is included; however complimentary rum swizzle and water are provided.

Can pregnant travelers join this experience?

This tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers.

Are there public transportation options nearby?

Yes—public transportation options are available close to pickup/drop-off points.

What’s included

Your private Bermuda beach hop includes pickup in an air-conditioned vehicle with a local guide who shares stories along the way; beach chairs and umbrellas set up for you; an ice bucket with ice; bottled water; plus a complimentary handcrafted bottle of Bermuda rum swizzle to sip as you relax or explore Cooper’s Island Nature Reserve before being driven back wherever you wish.