And as tide went out, it got more and more shallow as the day went on. Powered by Invision Community. Be sure to bring lots of sunscreen -- there are plenty of shaded areas, but the sun is strong this time of year. 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. The beach was crowded as a good number of people opted for VIP. I'm between pearl island and blue lagoon as those two are offered by the cruise line. Very colorful and fun, and more than enough room for everyone. I never booked a cabana there, I didn't find any need to after my excursion there. I think I'm going to do Pearl Island. 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. Blue Lagoon has more activities and more space. PI we can do a VIP Cabana for $480 or just the beach day for $208. WebView live webcams in Bahamas and see whats happening at popular beach resorts in the Caribbean. We didnt really have anywhere else to be so we sat and waited. The lighthouse is small, it takes maybe 2 flights of stairs to get to the top. Started August 27, 2021, By Do we need to take sn excursion? If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. The water is clear and shallow - perfect for our 4 and 1 year olds. We did walk down to the area and were able to watch the other guests interact and swim with dolphins (which was really nice because Atlantis charges you $35 just to view it) and it looked like a lot of fun. 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. By Thank you so much for coming back and updating us! They didnt take In rescue dolphins due to risk of disease. I would do Blue Lagoon again "only" if Pearl Island was sold out. The Blue Lagoon Island is, in fact, named Salt Cay but since it became a tourist attraction has become known by its main feature. 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. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Not that Pearl Island does, but they are very close to areas that the tour boat operators use. Balmoral uses the south side/ Sandals the North. Telephone (USA): 1-305-677-6594. 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, This is a birthday cruise, so the idea of a VIP cabana sounded nice as a celebration, We usually travel with friends, not often it's just the two of us, and since it's a 2 person cabana, now seemed like a good time, Reviews online regularly repeated that people like the food at Pearl Island more than Blue Lagoon, At BL, I'd probably be most interested in either the dolphin swim or sea lion encounter, and I can do both of those in the Florida Keys, so less of a push to try it in the Bahamas. LauraS But at least the food was good. LauraS If you are staying in the Bahamas for several days, then I highly recommend you check out the Blue Lagoon for a day. 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? 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Escape to an unforgettable day! I like that Balmoral is 5.5 hours long but my kids are so spoiled and swam with the dolphins so many times, its not even special to them anymore. Start planning your next cruise vacation by selecting a Beach Escape incl. Check current weather conditions, enjoy scenic views of the beaches, and discover the best places to visit. Note- moot point. Thanks. That gives me some very good insight. But we did end up finding 2 chairs really far down the beach. They also offer the dolphin experiences, 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. Wow, that's crazy, we've been 3 times, never had it be that shallow. Blue Lagoon we've done 3 times now and it's great. Located just three miles from Nassau, it is now the LauraS This is a dangerous and controversial practice and those operators should be avoided. I searched on youtube videos to see which one i'd like better before booking. 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. And Ill be honest, I was REALLY suprised at how much food there was and how GOOD it was! Option 1: Pearl Island offers a beach break and snorkel (lighthouse climb). Not sure if either is worth visiting, or if we should continue our tradition of staying on the ship. Any and all details about each island would be helpful. If it were me, I would go on a private excrusion with someone like Stuart Cove. I was told there were 26+ dolphins in total that were bred in captivity for the purpose of performing. And lets be honest, there are tons of beaches around Nassau! Bahamas Local 2023. I have only been to Blue Lagoon, but it was AWESOME! WebBlue Lagoon Dolphin Encounter Price: $155.00 Enjoy a great shallow water encounter with these lovable mammals, with access to the Blue Lagoon resort. We did not do the dolphin experience at Blue Lagoon and still loved every minute of being there! The kids loved the inflatables and shallow water of the lagoon to play in. The beach area as mentioned by Va4fam has several paddleboards, kayaks, and other water things. And Blue Lagoon does NOT feed the fish/stingrays, like some other excursions do. Very colorful and fun, and more than enough room for everyone. Of course ANY day at the beach is wonderful so I won't be too worried. Balmoral maybe? WebLocated just three miles from Nassau, private Blue Lagoon Island is also the home to dolphins, sea lions, stingrays and nurse sharks. CC Help Jenn more. They have animal encounters where you can swim with dolphins or sea lions. Read More How To Book Two Cruise Cabins For the Price of OneContinue, Read More Junkanoo Beach, Nassau Everything You Need to Know!Continue, Read More Visit Mahogany Beach in Roatan On Your Carnival CruiseContinue, Read More What To Expect on a Caribbean Cruise: Ultimate Cruising TipsContinue, Read More What To Do In Nassau With KidsContinue, Read More Review of Grand Hyatt Baha Mar Resort in NassauContinue, Jenny: Thanks for the great Atlantis Bahamas review, etc. You are welcome to visit the marine park to see all these animals in their natural marine habitat. Ferry from Miami or Fort Lauderdale to Nassau. 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 Bahamas Balmoral, Pearl Island or Blue Lagoon Balmoral, Pearl Island or Blue Lagoon By Valmoisy, September 24, 2016 in Bahamas Share Valmoisy 147 The unpaved area is rocky and jagged. We ended up booking Pearl Island via the cruiseline, You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By It is a short trip. 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. You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By 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. i was leaning towards Pearl until I read it was not ready for visitors. 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. Like when we held a sloth in Honduras, or swan with the pigs of Exuma. The lagoon is really shallow andyou can basically walk across the enitre thing to the other side. WebBlue Lagoon Island | Home of Dolphin Encounters - Nassau, Bahamas Experience the Real Bahamas on Blue Lagoon Island Home of Dolphin Encounters "Wow! The beach I was on was in the ocean lagoon section. Looking at the pictures, I just worry about being able to cover up. So if you are set on swimming with dolphins, then definitely book the Blue Lagoon day excursion. Our Offers. WebThe 8 Night Southeast Coast & Bahamas visits Baltimore, Maryland; Orlando, Florida; Grand Bahama Island, Bahamas; Nassau, Bahamas; Bimini, Bahamas and Baltimore, Maryland. We won't share your email address. 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. 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. But, unfortunately, you are there for about 3 and a half hours. 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 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. Don't expect a wide variety of beer.they only have Kalik, the "beer of the bahamas", affectionately nick-named "cow-lick" by Americans. So if swimming with doplhins in on your list of things to do, then visiting Blue Lagoon would be a good option. Sales & Marketing: (242) 698-1300 Aqua blue water and nice sittings. It is a beautiful area, with plenty of fish and other assorted ocean life. Is the popular Nassau excursion Pearl Island better than Blue Lagoon Island? Having only been to Pearl Island, I can only say that I really enjoyed it there. more, New Providence Island Destination Experts. And, DH needs an umbrella it seems like the VIP pkg at lagoon is the only way to ensure umbrella? Lunch. Drink package included in the price with unlimited water, soft drinks, beer, wine and cocktails. The beach itself is beautiful and there are plenty of loungers. Your email address will not be published. So only 2 people went in the water. So we didnt arrive to Blue Lagoon Island until almost noon. 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 The only negative is that I wish it was a longer stay. Which is better Pearl Island snorkel or Blue Lagoon Snorkel? Explore the reef on a guided snorkel adventure. It left a ton of sand and beach area to run an play and crystal clear water to splash in. Also, the ONLY way you are allowed to visit BL is by using their excursion and their boats. 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