I have only been to Blue Lagoon, but it was AWESOME! WebBlue Lagoon has more activities and more space. Adult Price: $79 (ages 10 and up) Child Price: $64 (ages 3 to 9) Infant Price: $0 (ages 0 to 2) WebPearl island is generally flat concrete with a few steps to the beach. First of all, we did just the pearl island snorkel, not the pearl island snorkel w/ treasure hunt. Blue Lagoon does not have very many food or drink options (okay, they technically only have one!) awestover89, February 13, 2022 in Bahamas. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. The snorkel and mask are the basics - bring your own if you have them. Former City Market on Cable Beach Now Open, Just Used Nassau Grocer Delivery Service at Harborside. So all in all - the water was pretty, the food good, the logistics getting there not so much and the treatment of beautiful sea animals not something I can feel good about. Some other guest we talked to said they loved it and had a great time. There were 3 baby dolphins that I could see . Did Blue Lagoon last time, so wanted to try Pearl Island and do the snorkeling there as well. My Tip: bring some of your own water bottles with a little alcohol in them to save some money. Here is a recap of our experience and then you can decide if its a good option for you. The Blue Lagoon Island is, in fact, named Salt Cay but since it became a tourist attraction has become known by its main feature. It also has several decent sandy beaches and a calm lagoon area for the smaller children or if the waves are rough that day. Disappointed? We also took the kids over to watch the dolphins swim. The lagoon is really shallow andyou can basically walk across the enitre thing to the other side. Combined with tasty local Bahamian food and drink. Frequently called the "real Bahamas, Blue Lagoon has been an interesting part of The Bahamas' history and is one of the most well known of Nassau's natural attractions and tours. Very colorful and fun, and more than enough room for everyone. It's not a bad little trip for the money (considering how expensive everything else is). XoXo :). WebLocated just three miles from Nassau, private Blue Lagoon Island is also the home to dolphins, sea lions, stingrays and nurse sharks. This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies. Snorkeling in Nassau: Water Temps in December? Totally agree with ScubaJC on BL. Last time we went to Blue Lagoon the water was only 6 inches deep. Required fields are marked *. Not sure if either is worth visiting, or if we should continue our tradition of staying on the ship. WebBlue Lagoon Dolphin Encounter Price: $155.00 Enjoy a great shallow water encounter with these lovable mammals, with access to the Blue Lagoon resort. Any and all details about each island would be helpful. Thrilled? Upload or insert images from URL. Here is a full review of our fun day at Blue Lagoon Island. The island is beautiful and the people are nice, don't get me wrong. Get answers to your questions about Nassau, Back from Margaritaville Resort- Trip Report, SLS Baha Mar - need help deciding (option 2 is the Reef), Grocery delivery or shop yourself on Nassau, Global Entry- Enrollment on Arrival at NAS. My snorkel didn't even fit in my mouth! You can only get there by Ferry and there are no vehicles on this small Also, the ONLY way you are allowed to visit BL is by using their excursion and their boats. but what they do have is really really good. What was really neat is they brought up a small starfish, and let us hold it briefly, amongst other sea life that lives on the floor of the ocean. Photographer @ the Atlantis for family picture? Balmoral and Pearl Island seem less expensive. If one or both are worth giving a try, which of the two would you recommend? WebBlue Lagoon Island, also known by its official name Salt Cay, has been an interesting part of The Bahamas history for centuries. Its a great combination of things to do for your kids and relaxing time for the adults. 2018 Petabit Scale, All Rights Reserved. Thats great flexibility if the weather happens to be bad. Enjoy! New Providence, Bahamas I wan swim & play wit da dolphins. It was a relatively inexpensive excursion, about $45 a person I think. Lots to see and do! I loved the Bahamas when I went 2 years ago. But dont worry if you have older kids, there is a deeper section to swim in by the inflatables if they want to snorkel or jump in the water. The pictures and website for Pearl Island look great but I saw quite a few negative reviews saying that the area is just not ready yet. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. You are ready to leave the island within an hour and a half. 0 people have marked this place as a favorite. Next time I'll proof read before sending [emoji849]. Balmoral uses the south side/ Sandals the North. If you have any other questions in refrence to Pearl Island, don't hesitate to ask - I'll be more than happy to let you know anything else that I didn't cover. Its also very costly so probably not something we are going to do every time we travel. Once you get the Pearl Island, you can get all your gear (a mask, snorkel, fins, and a vest). Pearl was my 1st choice until I saw some bad reviews. My wife and I have taken our two girls over to Blue Lagoon on several occasions. If we are going to interact with animals, its going to be a unique experience. If you had your choice between Pearl island or Blue Lagoon for a 5 hour beach excursion with lunch which one would you prefer and why? Don't expect a wide variety of beer.they only have Kalik, the "beer of the bahamas", affectionately nick-named "cow-lick" by Americans. Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Amazing, Funny & Totally Awesome Cruise Photos, http://susancrow.blogspot.com/2016/01/breezes-nassau.html, Click here to reload the page in order to enable certain features, Policy regarding COVID related Discussions. I think I'm going to do Pearl Island. At Dolphin Encounters, you have the once in a lifetime opportunity to play with dolphins before marveling at their spectacular leaps and bows, and meet amazing sea lions. That saved me a ton of money! It is a beautiful area, with plenty of fish and other assorted ocean life. :), My 1st time using this. Option 2: Blue lagoon offers beach and Drink package included in the price with unlimited water, soft drinks, beer, wine and cocktails. Ferry from Miami or Fort Lauderdale to Nassau. Its the perfect cruise port excursion if you are stopping in Nassau for a day! We had a fatal shark attack not far from Pearl Island a few days ago as a result of the tour operator putting food in the water to attract turtles. Your email address will not be published. If any of the Business Information is incorrect, please let us know and we'll update the information. Do you have more pics of the island in general. Very colorful and fun, and more than enough room for everyone. The beach area at Blue Lagoon is what really makes this place perfect for families. I'm not into dolphin or other sea life excursions. For anyone who's been to these, what are the main differences? CC Help Jenn 43 Reviews Full Details Excursion Size:Small Excursion Type:Active, Water/Beach Food/Beverage:Not Included Activity Level:Moderate Excursion Duration:3+ Hours Taste of Nassau Cuisine and Started August 27, 2021, By All rights reserved. Is that the cruise you are booked on? Oh absolutely! I will never stay at Atlantis . You can only get there by Ferry and there are no vehicles on this small island. You can post now and register later. When planning out your Bahamas getaway itinerary, be sure to include a ferry ride to Blue Lagoon Island. Drinks are expensive also, but WORTH IT, because the frozen drinks are very good. I had planned to stay on the ship next time I was in Nassau but it's been so long since I've cruised that now I booked Blue Lagoon, it had some decent reviews and was a good price. We origionally booked our day at the Atlantis. But it's an experience nonetheless. But looking into all 3, I'd say Blue Lagoon has the best beach - as it has a lagoon! There are good and bad parts to pearl island. Leaving on the Edge on the 20th of this month. When are you sailing? Definitely choose Blue Lagoon over Pearl Island What are the advantages of Blue Lagoon in your opinion? The unpaved area is rocky and jagged. Firstly, thank you for providing your take on travel! WebBlue Lagoon Islands Dolphin Encounters, home of Flipper, is an all-natural ocean habitat on an extraordinary private island. Valmoisy, September 24, 2016 in Bahamas. The beach itself is beautiful and there are plenty of loungers. https://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2604951, https://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2548890. We saw some people snorkeling there the last time we were there. WebBlue Lagoon Island Beach Day (4.5 - 7.5 hours) Unwind in the warm waters of the Caribbean Sea or enjoy the soft white sands and crystal waters of the Blue Lagoon. On the ocean side of the island (not in the Lagoon), you can snorkel around the rocks. Thanks for your review. Also, you can spend the day enjoying one of the most secluded And, DH needs an umbrella it seems like the VIP pkg at lagoon is the only way to ensure umbrella? Bring your own gear and enjoy the BL -- lots to do and see for adults and kids alike. We easily booked the night before and were instructed to arrive at the Blue Lagoon Island office at 9:15 am for a 10:00 am ferry ride. The beach area as mentioned by Va4fam has several paddleboards, kayaks, and other water things. I've done both and my choice would definitely be Pearl Island which I've done now about 4X's only for the fact that it is limited to about 200 guests per day so it never felt crowded. The two concerns I have are: Pearl Islands chairs seem to be not on the beach are they still scenic and peaceful? Located just three miles from Nassau, it is now the home of the dolphins and sea lions of Dolphin Encounters and is owned by a local family. Enjoy your own private cabana with personal server. One of the best beaches in the Bahamas can be found at Blue Lagoon Island, also known by its official name Salt Cay. Powered by Invision Community. Please give your opinions. Another beach is located behind the pavilion. So we didnt arrive to Blue Lagoon Island until almost noon. They didnt take In rescue dolphins due to risk of disease. The other beaches at BL had only a handful of people. I just got off a cruise and we snorkled at pearl island. T.: +1.242.698.9970. Web5 hours (approx.) I looked into these as well as we were just in Nassau last week. November 25, 2021 in Shore Excursions. Pearl Island looks smaller, so it may be less crowded. Leaning towards blue lagoon. Of course ANY day at the beach is wonderful so I won't be too worried. We're looking at doing the Sting Rays on Balmoral, but the few reviews I've found are not great/mixed. The stringray excursion and the treasure hunt are all also at Pearl Island, so there are a lot of people on the island, although you don't notice that many. We are Jen and Abby, a single mom and daughter traveling the world on a budget. WebYou can claim your own little piece of paradise, by settling into a shaded cabana with amazing views of the lighthouse and, of course, the impeccable service Pearl Island is known for. It was, afte rall, a beach. Thanks, your message has been sent successfully. If Balmoral is the beach next to Sandler, it is beautiful. Explore our cruise itineraries and choose from a variety of rooms depending on your needs and budget. It is the most powerful Internet-based resource in and for the Bahamian market. Given that Atlantis also has beach access and a dolphin experience on its property, would you say its a day trip to Blue Lagoon is worth it? It is a great experience, but now that I have experienced it, I probably wouldn't do it again. Visit Mahogany Beach in Roatan On Your Carnival Cruise, What To Expect on a Caribbean Cruise: Ultimate Cruising Tips, Review of Grand Hyatt Baha Mar Resort in Nassau. WebPearl Island Activities. We have 3 boys (18, 15, 11). I'd like to know too. We waited in a very long, slow line just off the ship for our tickets. 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Not that Pearl Island does, but they are very close to areas that the tour boat operators use. Pearl island is a tiny coral island with a minuscule beach. Pearl island has a rocky beach with little sand at times -- luck of the draw. The buffet lunch served was delicious and the service very good. On the ride pack to port they will slow down and point out the waterfront homes of the rich and famous and historical sights. If I ever go again, I'd probably drag a chair from the lagoon side to the beach side anyway. I did the Blue Lagoon Beach excursion a couple years ago. The beach itself was beautiful but what I didnt like was it took us one hour to get ther The snorkel and mask are the basics - bring your own if you have them. Your email address will not be published. Members who are knowledgeable about this destination and volunteer their time to answer travelers' questions. we are going for 11-14 June and your review will help me maximize my time and save money. They have a concierge that can book you directly on several tours around the Bahamas. Display as a link instead, Travel to the Blue Lagoon Island where you can enjoy the beach, swim or float in a kayak. It was already about noon so the first thing we did was try to find some lounge chairs. You can take a segway ride around the island or just spend some time being lazy in a hammock. It starts out like that but gets to above my waist out as you walk out further. They have a beach bar (extra price) and a lunch (included) that was very tasty. The excursions in Nassau don't sound great and Atlantis is too expensive for time you get. If you have smaller kids than Blue Lagoon will be a GREAT place to visit. They also offer the dolphin experiences, ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-104277943', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');Nassau at the end of the month on a cruise and thinking about spending the day at either Pearl Island or Blue Lagoon Island. You are ready to leave the island within an hour and a half. But if you are visiting the Bahamas on a cruise and only have one day to experience Nassau, I dont think the Blue Lagoon should be at the top of your list. Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Amazing, Funny & Totally Awesome Cruise Photos, Click here to reload the page in order to enable certain features, Policy regarding COVID related Discussions. There is one area that is quite deeper and thats where youll find an inflatable water play area. Blue Lagoon offers life vests of different sizes so kids and adults can use them to swim to the inflatable area. This took approximately 30-40 min. Paste as plain text instead, Posted August 10, 2018. It is a beautiful area, with plenty of fish and other assorted ocean life. Here are some gorgeous photos of Blue Lagoon Island thatll probably make you want to check it out! While we really did enjoy our day at Blue Lagoon Island, I do want to mention a not-so-great experince we had also. Pearl Great tour! Blue Lagoon Island is a small, private island located just off of Nassau, Bahamas. As for Pearl, I've been by it multiple times by boat but have never actually visited it. I posted a review and pictures on my blog. Mobile ticket. We were lucky enough to be staying on Nassau, but had we been a cruise ship passenger I would have been REALLY upset about wasting half of my day. The beach I was on was in the ocean lagoon section. And as tide went out, it got more and more shallow as the day went on. As mentioned a couple of guides take you out, and there's a good reef system out there, however, it is bleached. Visibility is awesome if you can get the cheap mask to seal to your face good enough to stay under for longer than 20 seconds. I snorkled at blue lagoon last year and there isn't that much too see. But, unfortunately, you are there for about 3 and a half hours. We're booked for the Pearl Island Treasure Hunt, which includes a meal, did you run into anyone who took that excursion? But it is a beautiful ride, and a good opportunity for lots of beautiful pictures and good conversation with your party. When seeing the dolphins in captivity - it was quite sad to see them circling around and around their small pens waiting to come out or be fed. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Hello! It's shared with Sandals. Food is expensive, 4 or 5 dollars for hamburgers and hotdogs and 7 or 8 dollars for bbq chicken. Started June 21, 2021, By Includes a delicious barbecue lunch. There is an Aqua Park, a games area and also snorkeling. Blue Lagoon Island is a small, private island located just off of Nassau, Bahamas. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. The snorkeling itself is nice, there is an area that is MUCH large enough for all the people to swim in, and you won't run into people or get kicked by someone else's fin. There are 2 sides to the Blue Lagoon. I wish I had time to do them allbut alas, no. Blue lagoon is more of a relax at the beach day. My thoughts going into that decision: We just booked the Pearl Island private cabana excursion. It's also a recent entry into the excursion business. Thanks. That gives me some very good insight. Balmoral would be my choice. Snorkeling starts near the lighthouse and they have a couple of guides to help you with gear, and point out fish, it lasted about 45 minutes. Thanks. Please do let me know what you thought of the other excursion. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. The water is protected within the lagoon, crystal clear, not terribly deep, flat, and just perfect. I guess I prefer it more on the shallow side as I just want to hang out in the water and it's a great depth for kids. Thank you so much for coming back and updating us! Explore the reef on a guided snorkel adventure. WebThe 8 Night Southeast Coast & Bahamas visits Baltimore, Maryland; Orlando, Florida; Grand Bahama Island, Bahamas; Nassau, Bahamas; Bimini, Bahamas and Baltimore, Maryland. We found some hammocks in the shade on the adventure side that had some water floaty things and it was more of a lagoon, but then the other side was open ocean and gorgeous! Beach shoes need outside the actual beach. Supercharge your procurement process, with industry leading expertise in sourcing of network backbone, colocation, and packet/optical network infrastructure. And they say you only get one, but the nice guy at the drink station had no problem giving us refills. I ended up booking the Pearl Island excursion for my March 5th cruise. Whether it renting a boat and exploring or just going on one of there tours. I'm not sure when you're going but I'll report back after my trip to let you know how Pearl Island was. Which makes it the perfect relaxing beach day when visiting the Bahamas. Advice needed. Totally agree with ScubaJC on BL. It's very family friendly and the inner lagoon makes it safe swimming for the kids, no matter what the weather co We spent most of our time in the water anyways. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Thank you. The ferry didnt arrive until about 11:30 (and we had been there since 9:15 am). By I talked to Blue Lagoon and they were neither helpful nor apologetic about the delays. Overall the Blue Lagoon is a great place to go and a great location at that. Good luck in making your decision! The snorkeling itself is nice, there is an area that is MUCH large enough for all the people to swim in, and you won't run into people or get kicked by someone else's fin. -ADD A TOUCH OF LUXURY- Choose your Cabana -YOUR OWN LITTLE PIECE OF PARADISE- Our Cabanas Cabana Area Cabana Area Group-Cabana Cabana Blue Laggoon sounds great but a little short. By No one checks! It was the best day of my whole trip and we didn't even "book" anything special, just layed out on the beach. Did anyone make it to Pearl Island? But at least the food was good. Stay up to date with our latest news and product, Blue Lagoon Island, Nassau, Nassau / Paradise Island, Bahamas. How was pearl island? I'm going in November and would like an honest review. But we did end up finding 2 chairs really far down the beach. Started August 27, 2021, By The beach is small but nice and they have lots of water toys (kayak, paddleboard, trampoline) that you can use in the equally small roped off swimming area. HELP PLEASE!! You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By We were there in January and did the Segway tour. You are so close to Nassau, but you are on your own private island where you can explore and have fun and swim with dolphins etc. Started August 27, 2021, By Has anyone been to Pearl island to give their opinion? Im going in 30 days and need advice between the two. Ive seen comments say Blue Lagoon was And by the time we arrived, most of the lounge chairs where filled and we had a really hard time finding a place to lay out. Blue Lagoon has more activities and more space. It wasnt the most exciting thing we did during our stay, but we did like it. Drinks are expensive also, but WORTH IT, because the frozen drinks are very good. We did not partake in the dolphin experince becasue my daughter has already done this on a diffenrt trip andlets be honest, its pretty much the same experince anywhere. CC Help Jenn WebView live webcams in Bahamas and see whats happening at popular beach resorts in the Caribbean. Around 11 am, we were still waiting for the ferry to show up. Reviews online regularly repeated that people like the food at Pearl Island more than Blue Lagoon PI is 5 hours, vs 4 hours at BL At BL, I'd probably be most Bahamas Local 2023. Spending the day at the Blue Lagoon was a really nice and relaxing time for our whole family. Beach Escape incl. The current price for the day pass is $115 per adult, $45 for children 3-12 and under 3 years old is free. It is a great experience, but now that I have experienced it, I probably wouldn't do it again. It's very family friendly and the inner lagoon makes it safe swimming for the kids, no matter what the weather conditons. Just looking for the best beach. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. We saw a lot more fish than we expected including several schools of fish. One thing I did really love about Blue Lagoon Bahamas is how beauctil the little island was. I put some Bahamas Coconut Rum in my Hydroflask and added some juice when I got to Blue Lagoon. The boat ride to Pearl Island is long - about 35 minutes. Popular Islands in the Caribbean Bahamas Turks & Caicos Cayman Islands Saint Lucia Saint Martin Saint Barts U.S. Virgin Islands I was told there were 26+ dolphins in total that were bred in captivity for the purpose of performing. You can snorkel for as long as you like, but upon getting out of the water, don't even think about needing a fresh water shower or jumping into the pooleverything on the island is salt water, including faucets in the bathroom, etc. The boat ride to Pearl Island is long - about 35 minutes. BL has more options, ranging from about $94 for the stingrays and beach day, up to $500 for the VIP dolphins and beach day (and several price points between the two. Once at the BL those with VIP wrist bands walked to our designated beach down a winding path and we were handed a rum punch of sorts. The Blue Lagoon Island in the Bahamas is a wonderful beach day excursion for families. On 11/10/2018 at 7:36 AM, vacationlover_mn said: 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Note- moot point. Read more about our adventures byclicking here. Expert architecture and design solutions for private carriers, next-generation metro and long-haul optical networks, ultra low-latency networks, and Internet backbones. Best All-Inclusive Resort in the Bahamas? Thanks! Once you get the Pearl Island, you can get all your gear (a mask, snorkel, fins, and a vest). I've done both and my choice would definitely be Pearl Island which I've done now about 4X's only for the fact that it is limited to about Telephone (USA): 1-305-677-6594. Option 1: Pearl Island offers a beach break and snorkel (lighthouse climb). Your message has not been sent. Located just three miles from Nassau, it is now the If you have your own, no need to borrow gear from BL. Deploy network infrastructure faster and easier than ever before, with pre-packaged yet massively scalable infrastructure components for top packet and optical systems. Escape to an unforgettable day! CC Help Jenn Bringing three grandchildren (7,10, 12) on a (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? Good luck in making your decision! Wanted to see if there are any updates about Nassau Beach excursions? BahamasLocal.com is a user-friendly search engine with exclusive listings on businesses and community organizations in The Bahamas. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. which one did you like better for beauty and scenery and overall excursion enjoyment? Even the kids found enough to eat and not complain (for once!). I will let u know what we do..I am sure you could always change if I find something worth going too..I will let u know. By then, a crowd of people was waiting and not very happy. We arrived right on time and were promptly told that our 10am ferry had been canceled and there wouldnt be another one until 11 am. Started June 21, 2021, By Aqua blue water and nice sittings. They have animal encounters where you can swim with dolphins or sea lions. It is a short trip. So we usually just stay on the ship in Nassau, but for our upcoming cruise next week I was considering doing either Pearl Island or Blue Lagoon. Your link has been automatically embedded. I know they have snorkeling so there must be a deeper area on the other side for that. By We're looking forward to it and hope that it's worth the money. Let me just say that the gear isn't the best. CC Help Jenn Is the popular Nassau excursion Pearl Island better than Blue Lagoon Island? Nice, but not a sweeping ocean view. Bye-Bye Beach Tower - Hello 'Somewhere Else'? We did not do the dolphin experience at Blue Lagoon and still loved every minute of being there! No steps except the restrooms Report inappropriate content Jessie B Maine Is the popular Nassau excursion Pearl Island better than Blue Lagoon Island? It was the most amazing place I have ever stayed at and enjoyed it very very much. You also get a choice between fresh water, lemonade or fruit punch to go with your meal. The lighthouse is cute and the views of the beach and water are nice from the top. If you are staying in the Bahamas for several days, then I highly recommend you check out the Blue Lagoon for a day. You cannot paste images directly. Good to know! I'm wondering about this as well. Which is the better beach day excursion, Balmoral Island, Pearl Island or Blue Lagoon? The lighthouse is small, it takes maybe 2 flights of stairs to get to the top. I did the snorkel package. More activities at one for example? Ultimately decided to book the VIP Cabana for 2 at Pearl Island. Food is expensive, 4 or 5 dollars for hamburgers and hotdogs and 7 or 8 dollars for bbq chicken. Option 1: Pearl Island offers a beach break and snorkel (lighthouse climb). In-depth strategy and insight into critical interconnection ecosystems, datacenter connectivity, product optimization, fiber route development, and more. As part of your day pass, you get a ticket for one pass through their buffet line. We made lots of memories there, but wouldn't choose to do it a second time. The only negative is that I wish it was a longer stay. LauraS WebOne of the best beaches in the Bahamas can be found at Blue Lagoon Island, also known by its official name Salt Cay. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. WebLocated just across the water from Paradise Island, about 3 miles northwest of Nassau, Blue Lagoon Island offers plenty of opportunities for rest, relaxation and fun in the sun. Also have my 80 yr old father in law(whose more like 60)so want to have something for all to do. Nassau I just got off a cruise and we snorkled at pearl island. It's open sea, not interior protected lagoon. Note- moot point. If you have any other questions in refrence to Pearl Island, don't hesitate to ask - I'll be more than happy to let you know anything else that I didn't cover. The water is clear and shallow - perfect for our 4 and 1 year olds. 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