7 Sailing Trips in the Bahamas Worth Booking

1.Catamaran Sail and Snorkel Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 131 reviews · 3h 30m · from $103Our pick

From Paradise Island Ferry Terminal, Seahorse Sailing Adventures takes you by catamaran toward Athol Island or Spruce Cay for about an hour of reef snorkeling. You get gear, safety instruction, water before snorkeling, then one hour of rum punch, cocktails, beer, and soft drinks on the return sail, with Atlantis and luxury homes along the way.

“We had an amazing time on this trip! We have a family of 6 and everyone had a great time! The guides were very informative and made the trip fun! The reef was great! Got to see many fish and were about to snorkel for an hour. Would definitely use this tour again!”

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2.Luxury Catamaran Cruise: Sip, Sail, Snorkel, and Swim with Pigs!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · from $225Top rated

Join Jason and the Tropical Breeze crew for a six-hour catamaran trip from Paradise Island. You’ll snorkel a coral reef, visit Pig Beach, relax on Rose Island, enjoy lunch, conch salad, rum punch, music, and a Bahamian Junkanoo-style party. The boat holds up to 60 people and returns to Hurricane Hole Marina.

“This trip includes snorkelling on a small reef, lunch, a trip to Pig Beach and another snorkelling session where there are often turtles. Trips like this often rely on the crew to make them work - and this one was excellent! The crew was young, Read more”

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3.4 Days, 3 Nights Sailing Catamaran Experience in the Exumas, Bahamas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews

Captain Glenn takes your private group of up to six aboard the three-bedroom catamaran SummerCamp for four days and three nights in the Exumas. You can snorkel, scuba, paddleboard, kayak, fish, visit sandbars, explore mangroves, and relax aboard a comfortable yacht. Food costs extra, and the route depends on weather and your interests.

“Setting sail on the pristine turquoise waters of Exuma, Bahamas was an experience like no other, thanks to our exceptional captain, Glenn, and his remarkable catamaran. From start to finish, every moment was filled with adventure, rRead more”

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4.Grand Bahama Catamaran Sunset Cruise with Drinks and Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $89Best value

Sail from Flamingo Bay Marina on a stylish catamaran during this two-hour Grand Bahama sunset cruise. You’ll get island drinks, chilled Prosecco, wine, soft drinks, light snacks, music, and open-deck views. The mood can be lively, with dancing and a DJ, so book it for a social evening rather than a quiet dinner at sea.

“It was wonderful! Dancing, food, cocktails and a great staff!! We would do it again! It was a party on a beautiful catamaran. My husband and I had a great time!”

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5.Half Day Private Yacht Charters

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews

Choose your departure time for a four-hour private yacht charter from Nassau. With room for up to 10, you can snorkel live coral, swim, visit Rose Island or pig island, and use free nonmotorized water toys. Bring your own food, or add a chef and WaveRunner for an extra charge.

“Captain and crew were welcoming. They made us feel at home and could not have been friendlier. The yacht is clean, organized, and the views from up top are spectacular. We had a party of 9 and had an excellent time snorkeling. We would absolutely go again with this charter. Only wish we went out longer!”

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6.Half-Day Private Rose Island Party Yacht Getaway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews

Captain Willy and his crew take your private group from Nassau to Rose Island for about four hours of cruising, snorkeling, beach time, swimming, and music. Choose between a Gilligan’s Island and reef route or a more relaxed Rose Island stop. Food and swimming with pigs cost extra.

“Captain Willy and his crew gave us the absolute best experience! Would highly recommend! From the drinks to the food! Everything was top notch!”

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7.Catamaran Snorkel & Beach Day with Turtles

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · from $110

Cruise from Montagu Beach through Nassau Harbour, snorkel a coral reef with provided gear, watch turtles at Green Cay Sanctuary, and swim or sunbathe at Gilligan’s Island Beach. Captain Alex and Carrington lead the small-group outing, which includes drinks, snacks, and bottled water.

“My wife and I did the reef snorkel & turtle trip with two other couples on our recent trip to Nassau. We were staying at Baha Mar but choose an offsite excursion to save money and to have a chance to get off of the resort to see a little morRead more”

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