And Ill be honest, I was REALLY suprised at how much food there was and how GOOD it was! I will never stay at Atlantis . By Former City Market on Cable Beach Now Open, Just Used Nassau Grocer Delivery Service at Harborside. When are you sailing? It is a beautiful area, with plenty of fish and other assorted ocean life. Start planning your next cruise vacation by selecting a If Balmoral is the beach next to Sandler, it is beautiful. We are avid travelers who love discovering new areas and traveling in our Camper Van. Thanks for your excellent review which look very fair and together with other review I read ,some previous experience and a little big of common sense lead me to take a great decision (and smart ). Option 2: Blue lagoon offers beach and Thank you I am going next week. Do we need to take sn excursion? But beware they are just like everything else in the Bahamasexpensive! I'm going in November and would like an honest review. I'm not sure when you're going but I'll report back after my trip to let you know how Pearl Island was. Pearl was my 1st choice until I saw some bad reviews. By Balmoral maybe? Started August 27, 2021, By It was, afte rall, a beach. The boat ride to Pearl Island is long - about 35 minutes. We are doing the Dream at the end of March. Even the kids found enough to eat and not complain (for once!). WebBlue Lagoon Island | Home of Dolphin Encounters - Nassau, Bahamas Experience the Real Bahamas on Blue Lagoon Island Home of Dolphin Encounters "Wow! We took the Blue Lagoon ship excursion this past November. We're booked for the Pearl Island Treasure Hunt, which includes a meal, did you run into anyone who took that excursion? On the ocean side of the island (not in the Lagoon), you can snorkel around the rocks. They didnt take In rescue dolphins due to risk of disease. Its also very costly so probably not something we are going to do every time we travel. LauraS Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Not that Pearl Island does, but they are very close to areas that the tour boat operators use. We got to the Island about 10:40-10:45. As part of your day pass, you get a ticket for one pass through their buffet line. Has anyone been to Pearl Island in 2017? Blue Lagoon Island is a small, private island located just off of Nassau, Bahamas. So we didnt arrive to Blue Lagoon Island until almost noon. Having only been to Pearl Island, I can only say that I really enjoyed it there. We were there in January and did the Segway tour. You cannot paste images directly. 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. Thanks, your message has been sent successfully. WebView live webcams in Bahamas and see whats happening at popular beach resorts in the Caribbean. The kids loved the inflatables and shallow water of the lagoon to play in. 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. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. If one or both are worth giving a try, which of the two would you recommend? ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-114753850', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');cruise in September. We were then loaded into a boat - packed shoulder to shoulder, no social distancing and some guests refusing to wear their masks even though it was required. It also has several decent sandy beaches and a calm lagoon area for the smaller children or if the waves are rough that day. I believe the BL day would be much better suited for your crew. Option 2: Blue lagoon offers beach and other activities. You will be salty for the rest of the day, just get used to it. Balmoral is on a private island shared by Sandals Royal Bahamian. We waited in a very long, slow line just off the ship for our tickets. Any updates or details would be appreciated. WebLocated just three miles from Nassau, private Blue Lagoon Island is also the home to dolphins, sea lions, stingrays and nurse sharks. You can take a segway ride around the island or just spend some time being lazy in a hammock. By then, a crowd of people was waiting and not very happy. It's open sea, not interior protected lagoon. Good luck in making your decision! The boat ride to Pearl Island is long - about 35 minutes. WebBe close to the top sights and adventures of the area while having a slice of peacefulness to return to at the end of the day. 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. The lagoon is really shallow andyou can basically walk across the enitre thing to the other side. Blue Lagoon Island is a small, private island located just off of Nassau, Bahamas. And they say you only get one, but the nice guy at the drink station had no problem giving us refills. 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 I want the most beautiful beach, don't care about swimming with dolphins but have an 11 yr old girl and a 6 yr old boy both very active. While we really did enjoy our day at Blue Lagoon Island, I do want to mention a not-so-great experince we had also. What are the advantages of Blue Lagoon in your opinion? Blue lagoon has easy access to all. Shirley Street 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. Option 1: Pearl Island offers a beach break and snorkel (lighthouse climb). JSJ. But, unfortunately, you are there for about 3 and a half hours. 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. To make your day truly memorable, add on swim or encounter. 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. New Providence, Bahamas This took approximately 30-40 min. 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 If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Don't go until May (cannot wait) so no review before you go but do post which you decide on and if it was worth it. There are good and bad parts to pearl island. The unpaved area is rocky and jagged. Explore our cruise itineraries and choose from a variety of rooms depending on your needs and budget. There were 3 baby dolphins that I could see . What a disappointing day. Don't expect a wide variety of beer.they only have Kalik, the "beer of the bahamas", affectionately nick-named "cow-lick" by Americans. Bye-Bye Beach Tower - Hello 'Somewhere Else'? As far as alcohol there is a small bar where you can grab some drinks like local beer or Bahama Mamas (my never favorite drink!). Any and all details about each island would be helpful. For the Blue Lagoon input, it was nice there as well. 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. CC Help Jenn Snorkeling in Nassau: Water Temps in December? You also get a choice between fresh water, lemonade or fruit punch to go with your meal. 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 hear da beach & food is off da chains.Wapps dat ga get beat bad buddy!!!!! The only negative is that I wish it was a longer stay. I noticed a Sail and Snorkel one in Nassau that may be fun as well. If it were me, I would go on a private excrusion with someone like Stuart Cove. They have a beach bar (extra price) and a lunch (included) that was very tasty. In this video I will show you what a day at Pearl Island is like - including the beach, the free lunch, and the lighthouse. Offered in: English. I have CC Help Jenn Ultimately decided to book the VIP Cabana for 2 at Pearl Island. T.: +1.242.698.9970. You can cancel your pass up until 11:59 p.m. the day before your arrival on their website, however, you can cancel by email up until 10 a.m. the day of your arrival. The buffet lunch served was delicious and the service very good. Blue Lagoon we've done 3 times now and it's great. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Hello! Do you have more pics of the island in general. If you are staying in the Bahamas for several days, then I highly recommend you check out the Blue Lagoon for a day. Pearl Island looks smaller, so it may be less crowded. Bringing three grandchildren (7,10, 12) on a (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? The boat left at 2 to take us back and we got back about 2:30pm. Check current weather conditions, enjoy scenic views of the beaches, and discover the best places to visit. Balmoral is much smaller than Blue Lagoon. 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. 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. Posted October 2, 2018 Blue Lagoon is an island that you can only get to on Blue Lagoon's ferry. It is a great experience, but now that I have experienced it, I probably wouldn't do it again. We won't share your email address. Drinks are expensive also, but WORTH IT, because the frozen drinks are very good. They are doing some work on one of the docks so there is some construction there too but if you go left off the dock, you can easily get away from it. Overall, Im glad we went and checked it out. And Blue Lagoon does NOT feed the fish/stingrays, like some other excursions do. :), My 1st time using this. 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 Blue Lagoon Island is, in fact, named Salt Cay but since it became a tourist attraction has become known by its main feature. It starts out like that but gets to above my waist out as you walk out further. LauraS The beach I was on was in the ocean lagoon section. There are 2 sides to the Blue Lagoon. The island is beautiful and the people are nice, don't get me wrong. It was a relatively inexpensive excursion, about $45 a person I think. You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By LauraS Pearl Island Bahamas East Bay Shopping Centre East Bay Street Nassau, The Bahamas. CC Help Jenn There is an Aqua Park, a games area and also snorkeling. One thing I did really love about Blue Lagoon Bahamas is how beauctil the little island was. PO Box CB-11567 So if you are set on swimming with dolphins, then definitely book the Blue Lagoon day excursion. We enjoyed Blue Lagoon and didn't find the water to be all that shallow. 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. You can definitely bring your own snorkel gear to BL. 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. My thoughts going into that decision: We just booked the Pearl Island private cabana excursion. looks like a pretty island. Combined with tasty local Bahamian food and drink. Did anyone make it to Pearl Island? Read more about our adventures byclicking here. I just got the beach day with lunch. Note- moot point. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. The two concerns I have are: Pearl Islands chairs seem to be not on the beach are they still scenic and peaceful? I'd like to know too. The current price for the day pass is $115 per adult, $45 for children 3-12 and under 3 years old is free. But if you are just looking for a good old beach day or some other more unique experience around Nassau, I would look elsewhere. How was pearl island? This incredibly beautiful island has had a fascinating past and continues to be the number one attraction in Nassau/Paradise Island for activities with families and is wonderfully enlightening and educational excursion suited for children and adults alike. Valmoisy, September 24, 2016 in Bahamas. Beach shoes need outside the actual beach. Started August 27, 2021, By That saved me a ton of money! 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. Includes a delicious barbecue lunch. Which is better Pearl Island snorkel or Blue Lagoon Snorkel? More activities at one for example? 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. My wife and I have taken our two girls over to Blue Lagoon on several occasions. The most recent was a few months ago. You can definitely bring you i was leaning towards Pearl until I read it was not ready for visitors. 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. We saw a lot more fish than we expected including several schools of fish. We are on a mission to travel as often as our time and budget allow us. 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. Around 11 am, we were still waiting for the ferry to show up. more. You will be salty for the rest of the day, just get used to it. The beach was crowded as a good number of people opted for VIP. Aqua blue water and nice sittings. There are good and bad parts to pearl island. Let me just say that the gear isn't the best. 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. 0 people have marked this place as a favorite. I think I'm going to do Pearl Island. 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. Ferry from Miami or Fort Lauderdale to Nassau. Its the perfect cruise port excursion if you are stopping in Nassau for a day! Totally agree with ScubaJC on BL. We also took the kids over to watch the dolphins swim. 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. Last time we went to Blue Lagoon the water was only 6 inches deep. Option 1: Pearl Island offers a beach break and snorkel (lighthouse climb). Looking at the pictures, I just worry about being able to cover up. First of all, we did just the pearl island snorkel, not the pearl island snorkel w/ treasure hunt. Pearl island has a rocky beach with little sand at times -- luck of the draw. I've been multiple times. Pearl island is a tiny coral island with a minuscule beach. The unpaved area is rocky and jagged. Beach shoes need outside the actual beach. Started June 21, 2021, By WebThe crystal clear waters surrounding Pearl Island is the perfect venue to explore these natural wonders. Advice needed. The boat ride to Pearl Island is long - about 35 minutes. By 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. CC Help Jenn I talked to Blue Lagoon and they were neither helpful nor apologetic about the delays. 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 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. Not sure if either is worth visiting, or if we should continue our tradition of staying on the ship. Once you get the Pearl Island, you can get all your gear (a mask, snorkel, fins, and a vest). Located just three miles from Nassau, it is now the Once there, your three grandkids will have a blast. We are cruising next May and are still undecided between blue lagoon and pearl island. So only 2 people went in the water. Upload or insert images from URL. I just got off a cruise and we snorkled at pearl island. :). I recently visited Nassau onboard the Celebrity Edge and took the cruise line sponsored excursion to Pearl Island. We're looking forward to it and hope that it's worth the money. looks like a pretty island. Also, the ONLY way you are allowed to visit BL is by using their excursion and their boats. Very colorful and fun, and more than enough room for everyone. 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. Were you satisfied? Adult Price: $79 (ages 10 and up) Child Price: $64 (ages 3 to 9) Infant Price: $0 (ages 0 to 2) It was $299 for 2 people (We are on the Carnival Dream) Very excited . I know they have snorkeling so there must be a deeper area on the other side for that. Lots to see and do! The plot of the Robert Louis Stevenson novel of the same name sounds not unfamiliar to the history of pirates in The Bahamas, and while Treasure Island in The Bahamas may not be the pirate haven of the storied novel, it is a haven nonetheless.. WebBlue Lagoon Islands Dolphin Encounters, home of Flipper, is an all-natural ocean habitat on an extraordinary private island. Nassau But we did end up finding 2 chairs really far down the beach. It's also a recent entry into the excursion business. BahamasLocal.com is a user-friendly search engine with exclusive listings on businesses and community organizations in The Bahamas. This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies. Pasted as rich text. Treasure Island. 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. If you want a relaxed beach day and something a bit unique, I'd take Blue Lagoon for sure. is Many times, both cruise travelers and cruise lines refer to this excursion by the most sought after activity in the Blue Lagoon Island - Dolphin Interaction or Swim and Sea Lion Encounter. I looked into these as well as we were just in Nassau last week. Bahamas Local 2023. But we were smart and decided to just wait an hour and by 1 pm, we were able to walk right up and get anything we wanted. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. LOVED blue lagoon when I did the excursion in 2019. A very calm and relaxed day at the beach. Beautiful and clear water. Lots of loungers (at least Supercharge your procurement process, with industry leading expertise in sourcing of network backbone, colocation, and packet/optical network infrastructure. 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. Thank you so much for coming back and updating us! Thank you. So if swimming with doplhins in on your list of things to do, then visiting Blue Lagoon would be a good option. To learn more about our resort and villas, call 1-800-310-5148. See All New Providence Island Conversations. Don't expect a wide variety of beer.they only have Kalik, the "beer of the bahamas", affectionately nick-named "cow-lick" by Americans. 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. 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. Is the popular Nassau excursion Pearl Island better than Blue Lagoon Island? Im leaving for Nassau in 10 days!! we are going for 11-14 June and your review will help me maximize my time and save money. The snorkel and mask are the basics - bring your own if you have them. For anyone who's been to these, what are the main differences? I snorkled at blue lagoon last year and there isn't that much too see. Next time I'll proof read before sending [emoji849]. Drinks are expensive also, but WORTH IT, because the frozen drinks are very good. Option 3: Other Nassau excursions? Balmoral would be my choice. Given the short day, probably looking to do just a beach excursion - no dolphin experience (though my kids would love it). I've never been there.but from what I heard & seen on pics, I wanna goooooooooo!!!!!!! Thanks for any input. The majority of the lagoon is on a sandbar and very shallow. I left feeling really sad and disappointed that the cruise line endorsed this type of entertainment. 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 Overall the Blue Lagoon is a great place to go and a great location at that. On 11/10/2018 at 7:36 AM, vacationlover_mn said: 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Note- moot point. Pearl I just got off a cruise and we snorkled at pearl island. Once you get the Pearl Island, you can get all your gear (a mask, snorkel, fins, and a vest). Powered by Invision Community. Which is the better beach day excursion, Balmoral Island, Pearl Island or Blue Lagoon? Im debating between the two. 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. It also made for some really good INSTAGRAM photo spots! They also make great drink at there bar. I guess it depends on when you are going - sounds like it will be nice but it's not there yet. Here are some gorgeous photos of Blue Lagoon Island thatll probably make you want to check it out! 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. 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. Blue Lagoon offers life vests of different sizes so kids and adults can use them to swim to the inflatable area. Wanted to see if there are any updates about Nassau Beach excursions? The lunch was BBQ flavored chicken and some sides. First of all, we did just the pearl island snorkel, not the pearl island snorkel w/ treasure hunt. Pearl island is a tiny coral island with a minuscule beach. Required fields are marked *. Its a great combination of things to do for your kids and relaxing time for the adults. We are on the March 26th sailing. which one did you like better for beauty and scenery and overall excursion enjoyment? Is the popular Nassau excursion Pearl Island better than Blue Lagoon Island? But it is a beautiful ride, and a good opportunity for lots of beautiful pictures and good conversation with your party. Frequently called the real Bahamas, Blue Lagoon has You are welcome to visit the marine park to see all these animals in their natural marine habitat. 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. Good to know! HELP PLEASE!! more, New Providence Island Destination Experts. Beach Escape incl. It's not a bad little trip for the money (considering how expensive everything else is). Powered by Invision Community. No one checks! Lunch. Did Blue Lagoon last time, so wanted to try Pearl Island and do the snorkeling there as well. But, unfortunately, you are there for about 3 and a half hours. Thats great flexibility if the weather happens to be bad. We didnt really have anywhere else to be so we sat and waited. Nice, but not a sweeping ocean view. Error, please try again. Food is expensive, 4 or 5 dollars for hamburgers and hotdogs and 7 or 8 dollars for bbq chicken. Food is expensive, 4 or 5 dollars for hamburgers and hotdogs and 7 or 8 dollars for bbq chicken. Sales & Marketing: (242) 698-1300 Disappointed? Leaning towards blue lagoon. I'm not into dolphin or other sea life excursions. Please give your opinions. It's very family friendly and the inner lagoon makes it safe swimming for the kids, no matter what the weather conditons. but what they do have is really really good. Thanks for your review. Your message has not been sent. The staff from BL seemed very disorganized, but people were patient for the most part. When I went couldn't choose what to do first. My snorkel didn't even fit in my mouth! It wasnt the most exciting thing we did during our stay, but we did like it. 2018 Petabit Scale, All Rights Reserved. The lighthouse is cute and the views of the beach and water are nice from the top. With Blue Lagoon, much of the attraction for people is the animal shows etc. 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. Also have my 80 yr old father in law(whose more like 60)so want to have something for all to do. Just looking for the best beach. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Junkanoo Beach, Nassau Everything You Need to Know! My wife and I have taken our two girls over to Blue Lagoon on several occasions. Your email address will not be published. Round out your day by cruising on a kayak or standup paddle board, and let the current sway as you explore the islands shores before taking a dip in the warm Bahamian water and catching a boat back to Nassau. Not that Pearl Island does, but they are very close to areas that the tour boat operators use. But at least the food was good. I'm between pearl island and blue lagoon as those two are offered by the cruise line. The water is protected within the lagoon, crystal clear, not terribly deep, flat, and just perfect. Any recent reviews or opinions on these 3 locations? Wow, that's crazy, we've been 3 times, never had it be that shallow. Mobile ticket. November 25, 2021 in Shore Excursions. You are ready to leave the island within an hour and a half. I have only been to Blue Lagoon, but it was AWESOME! We did the Pearl Island beach and snorkel excursion in October. 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