There are good and bad parts to pearl island. You can only get there by Ferry and there are no vehicles on this small island. I searched on youtube videos to see which one i'd like better before booking. This will be our first time to Nassau as well, so great question. The Blue Lagoon Island is, in fact, named Salt Cay but since it became a tourist attraction has become known by its main feature. This topic has been closed to new posts due to inactivity. You are ready to leave the island within an hour and a half. We are on the March 26th sailing. Also, the ONLY way you are allowed to visit BL is by using their excursion and their boats. My snorkel didn't even fit in my mouth! New Providence, Bahamas And I would "only" do the VIP Beach Break again, due to it not being crowded in their VIP sections and their lunch upgrade was good. Posted August 10, 2018. 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! Im debating between the two. No one checks! Totally agree with ScubaJC on BL. I'm wondering about this as well. Option 1: Pearl Island offers a beach break and snorkel (lighthouse climb). 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. I recently visited Nassau onboard the Celebrity Edge and took the cruise line sponsored excursion to Pearl Island. First of all, we did just the pearl island snorkel, not the pearl island snorkel w/ treasure hunt. Drink prices etc I remember were about $6 or so for Kaliks and $7 or so for imports such as Coors light etc. Disappointed? Nassau is the first day of the cruise so I don't want to get baked and have problems. LauraS 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. Heather have you been to Pearl Island? So only 2 people went in the water. Offered in: English. :). On the ride pack to port they will slow down and point out the waterfront homes of the rich and famous and historical sights. WebBlue Lagoon Island, also known by its official name Salt Cay, has been an interesting part of The Bahamas history for centuries. 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. 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. It's not a bad little trip for the money (considering how expensive everything else is). It is the most powerful Internet-based resource in and for the Bahamian market. That saved me a ton of money! To learn more about our resort and villas, call 1-800-310-5148. Pasted as rich text. And happy to show other single moms how traveling with their kids is always possible! Our Offers. We also took the kids over to watch the dolphins swim. 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!). All rights reserved. I loved the Bahamas when I went 2 years ago. I've read that the pool isn't complete and there is a lot of construction still happening. Display as a link instead, CC Help Jenn I'm not sure when you're going but I'll report back after my trip to let you know how Pearl Island was. I'm going in November and would like an honest review. If we are going to interact with animals, its going to be a unique experience. A Ghost tour too. Includes a delicious barbecue lunch. You also get a choice between fresh water, lemonade or fruit punch to go with your meal. Were you satisfied? 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. I think I'm going to do Pearl Island. we are going for 11-14 June and your review will help me maximize my time and save money. Photographer @ the Atlantis for family picture? HELP PLEASE!! Whether it renting a boat and exploring or just going on one of there tours. 0 people have marked this place as a favorite. 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. Nice, but not a sweeping ocean view. JSJ. Treasure Island. Balmoral is a small island off the coast of Cable Beach (Sandals, melia etc). T.: +1.242.698.9970. Not sure if either is worth visiting, or if we should continue our tradition of staying on the ship. It is a great experience, but now that I have experienced it, I probably wouldn't do it again. 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. Escape to an unforgettable day! We won't share your email address. The boat ride to Pearl Island is long - about 35 minutes. Was there much shade on Pearl Island? I've never been there.but from what I heard & seen on pics, I wanna goooooooooo!!!!!!! Blue Lagoon we've done 3 times now and it's great. In-depth strategy and insight into critical interconnection ecosystems, datacenter connectivity, product optimization, fiber route development, and more. Your email address will not be published. It's not a bad little trip for the money (considering how expensive everything else is). Paste as plain text instead, The beach itself is beautiful and there are plenty of loungers. We have our own snorkeling equipment, but cant figure out if you're allowed to snorkel on your own in either of these islands? Ultimately decided to book the VIP Cabana for 2 at Pearl Island. The kids were getting bored and when I tried asking where the ferry was, no one knew. This is a dangerous and controversial practice and those operators should be avoided. I do. But if you are just looking for a good old beach day or some other more unique experience around Nassau, I would look elsewhere. We got to the Island about 10:40-10:45. Pearl Island looks smaller, so it may be less crowded. 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. I just got the beach day with lunch. We're booked for the Pearl Island Treasure Hunt, which includes a meal, did you run into anyone who took that excursion? The boat ride to Pearl Island is long - about 35 minutes. It is a short trip. Note- moot point. :). CC Help Jenn Definitely choose Blue Lagoon over Pearl Island What are the advantages of Blue Lagoon in your opinion? WebPearl Island Activities. Very colorful and fun, and more than enough room for everyone. Your link has been automatically embedded. Drink package included in the price with unlimited water, soft drinks, beer, wine and cocktails. But it is a beautiful ride, and a good opportunity for lots of beautiful pictures and good conversation with your party. We are doing the Dream at the end of March. Hello, Any and all details about each island would be helpful. There is an Aqua Park, a games area and also snorkeling. Don't expect a wide variety of beer.they only have Kalik, the "beer of the bahamas", affectionately nick-named "cow-lick" by Americans. We took a small stroll and walked around to some other areas where there were noother poeple and the views were amaing. You can take a segway ride around the island or just spend some time being lazy in a hammock. It was $299 for 2 people (We are on the Carnival Dream) Very excited . Im leaving for Nassau in 10 days!! It's also a recent entry into the excursion business. I just got off a cruise and we snorkled at pearl island. Then I will let you know the truth: is Pearl Island better than Blue Lagoon?! Adult Price: $79 (ages 10 and up) Child Price: $64 (ages 3 to 9) Infant Price: $0 (ages 0 to 2) By Bye-Bye Beach Tower - Hello 'Somewhere Else'? If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. It is a great experience, but now that I have experienced it, I probably wouldn't do it again. Once you get the Pearl Island, you can get all your gear (a mask, snorkel, fins, and a vest). You will be salty for the rest of the day, just get used to it. Blue Lagoon offers life vests of different sizes so kids and adults can use them to swim to the inflatable area. While we really did enjoy our day at Blue Lagoon Island, I do want to mention a not-so-great experince we had also. It is a beautiful area, with plenty of fish and other assorted ocean life. 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. There is one area that is quite deeper and thats where youll find an inflatable water play area. 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. Members who are knowledgeable about this destination and volunteer their time to answer travelers' questions. Looking at the pictures, I just worry about being able to cover up. Started June 21, 2021, By We origionally booked our day at the Atlantis. Explore the reef on a guided snorkel adventure. Posted October 2, 2018 Blue Lagoon is an island that you can only get to on Blue Lagoon's ferry. We are cruising next May and are still undecided between blue lagoon and pearl island. The island is beautiful and the people are nice, don't get me wrong. The most recent was a few months ago. CC Help Jenn We spent most of our time in the water anyways. Which makes it the perfect relaxing beach day when visiting the Bahamas. After we finally boarded the ferry, we zipped across the blue water for about 30 minutes before arriving at Blue Lagoon. We did not do the dolphin experience at Blue Lagoon and still loved every minute of being there! Here is a recap of our experience and then you can decide if its a good option for you. 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 They have a concierge that can book you directly on several tours around the Bahamas. looks like a pretty island. 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