Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Note- moot point. Here is a recap of our experience and then you can decide if its a good option for you. Did anyone make it to Pearl Island? https://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2604951, https://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2548890. If you want a relaxed beach day and something a bit unique, I'd take Blue Lagoon for sure. We are avid travelers who love discovering new areas and traveling in our Camper Van. Powered by Invision Community. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. 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 Lunch. So we didnt arrive to Blue Lagoon Island until almost noon. The lighthouse is cute and the views of the beach and water are nice from the top. We booked the VIP beach pass. Wanted to see if there are any updates about Nassau Beach excursions? :). 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. It left a ton of sand and beach area to run an play and crystal clear water to splash in. Beach shoes need outside the actual beach. The beach area at Blue Lagoon is what really makes this place perfect for families. Enjoy your own private cabana with personal server. The lunch was BBQ flavored chicken and some sides. It was a relatively inexpensive excursion, about $45 a person I think. 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 am going on Celebrity next April. Lots to see and do! After we finally boarded the ferry, we zipped across the blue water for about 30 minutes before arriving at Blue Lagoon. But it is a beautiful ride, and a good opportunity for lots of beautiful pictures and good conversation with your party. Popular Islands in the Caribbean Bahamas Turks & Caicos Cayman Islands Saint Lucia Saint Martin Saint Barts U.S. Virgin Islands Drink prices etc I remember were about $6 or so for Kaliks and $7 or so for imports such as Coors light etc. Good luck in making your decision! We too are trying to decide before the sale ends. Definitely choose Blue Lagoon over Pearl Island What are the advantages of Blue Lagoon in your opinion? 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Powered by Invision Community. Once you get the Pearl Island, you can get all your gear (a mask, snorkel, fins, and a vest). ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-114753850', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');cruise in September. CC Help Jenn 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. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. The boat left at 2 to take us back and we got back about 2:30pm. 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. Thanks! My thoughts going into that decision: We just booked the Pearl Island private cabana excursion. We also took the kids over to watch the dolphins swim. :), My 1st time using this. I do. I hear da beach & food is off da chains.Wapps dat ga get beat bad buddy!!!!! First of all, we did just the pearl island snorkel, not the pearl island snorkel w/ treasure hunt. Display as a link instead, Blue lagoon island was great I did swimming with the dolphins which was amazing. I wish I had time to do them allbut alas, no. 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 Thank you I am going next week. The kids were getting bored and when I tried asking where the ferry was, no one knew. There are good and bad parts to pearl island. WebBlue Lagoon has more activities and more space. One thing I did really love about Blue Lagoon Bahamas is how beauctil the little island was. 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. We spent most of our time in the water anyways. All views expressed on this post are posted by the users and do not represent the opinions of BahamasLocal.com, its management or staff. Let me just say that the gear isn't the best. We won't share your email address. Oh absolutely! Pasted as rich text. Started August 27, 2021, By Includes a delicious barbecue lunch. we are going for 11-14 June and your review will help me maximize my time and save money. So if you are set on swimming with dolphins, then definitely book the Blue Lagoon day excursion. D Alt Powered by Invision Community. They also offer the dolphin experiences, 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. Overall the Blue Lagoon is a great place to go and a great location at that. It also has several decent sandy beaches and a calm lagoon area for the smaller children or if the waves are rough that day. Thanks for any input. which one did you like better for beauty and scenery and overall excursion enjoyment? Im debating between the two. It starts out like that but gets to above my waist out as you walk out further. Thanks. That gives me some very good insight. It also made for some really good INSTAGRAM photo spots! I'm going in November and would like an honest review. Not sure if either is worth visiting, or if we should continue our tradition of staying on the ship. 0 people have marked this place as a favorite. 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. Pearl Island Bahamas East Bay Shopping Centre East Bay Street Nassau, The Bahamas. Of course ANY day at the beach is wonderful so I won't be too worried. But it's an experience nonetheless. It's very family friendly and the inner lagoon makes it safe swimming for the kids, no matter what the weather conditons. Telephone: (242) 698-1300 On the ocean side of the island (not in the Lagoon), you can snorkel around the rocks. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. 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.. Thats great flexibility if the weather happens to be bad. Your email address will not be published. The snorkel and mask are the basics - bring your own if you have them. WebView live webcams in Bahamas and see whats happening at popular beach resorts in the Caribbean. On 11/10/2018 at 7:36 AM, vacationlover_mn said: 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Note- moot point. Expert architecture and design solutions for private carriers, next-generation metro and long-haul optical networks, ultra low-latency networks, and Internet backbones. We have 3 boys (18, 15, 11). I'd like to know too. We're looking forward to it and hope that it's worth the money. But we did end up finding 2 chairs really far down the beach. It is a short trip. We are only there from 7-2:30, so trying to decide what to do. The two concerns I have are: Pearl Islands chairs seem to be not on the beach are they still scenic and peaceful? 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. BahamasLocal.com is a user-friendly search engine with exclusive listings on businesses and community organizations in The Bahamas. All rights reserved. We are Jen and Abby, a single mom and daughter traveling the world on a budget. It's not a bad little trip for the money (considering how expensive everything else is). 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. You will be salty for the rest of the day, just get used to it. The boat ride to Pearl Island is long - about 35 minutes. It wasnt the most exciting thing we did during our stay, but we did like it. They have a beach bar (extra price) and a lunch (included) that was very tasty. 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. Firstly, thank you for providing your take on travel! XoXo :). Is Pearl island less busy? I have some pictures of both excursions below. Blue Lagoon we've done 3 times now and it's great. It was a relatively inexpensive excursion, about $45 a person I think. Started June 21, 2021, By The buffet lunch served was delicious and the service very good. Started August 27, 2021, By Explore the reef on a guided snorkel adventure. I searched on youtube videos to see which one i'd like better before booking. Travel to the Blue Lagoon Island where you can enjoy the beach, swim or float in a kayak. looks like a pretty island. Web5 hours (approx.) They have a concierge that can book you directly on several tours around the Bahamas. Started June 21, 2021, By Thrilled? Was there much shade on Pearl Island? JSJ. We were there in January and did the Segway tour. There is an Aqua Park, a games area and also snorkeling. Leaning towards blue lagoon. Just looking for the best beach. Do you have more pics of the island in general. Very colorful and fun, and more than enough room for everyone. Its the perfect cruise port excursion if you are stopping in Nassau for a day! You can definitely bring your own snorkel gear to BL. Disappointed? Which should YOU choose on your next visit to Nassau and the Bahamas?#celebrityedge #cruisevlog #nassau I did the snorkel package. Option 1: Pearl Island offers a beach break and snorkel (lighthouse climb). Started June 21, 2021, By Read more about our adventures byclicking here. I don't do those, so I did just the beach. 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. Members who are knowledgeable about this destination and volunteer their time to answer travelers' questions. It was $299 for 2 people (We are on the Carnival Dream) Very excited . CC Help Jenn 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 Aqua blue water and nice sittings. Was looking at Blue Lagoon - ordinarily I like to plan mu pwn excursions, but I'm worried about timing with such a short day. 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. This will be our first time to Nassau as well, so great question. 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 Dolphin Encounter Price: $155.00 Enjoy a great shallow water encounter with these lovable mammals, with access to the Blue Lagoon resort. I just got off a cruise and we snorkled at pearl island. Required fields are marked *. The kids loved the inflatables and shallow water of the lagoon to play in. Thanks, your message has been sent successfully. Ferry from Miami or Fort Lauderdale to Nassau. but what they do have is really really good. While we really did enjoy our day at Blue Lagoon Island, I do want to mention a not-so-great experince we had also. 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 Then I will let you know the truth: is Pearl Island better than Blue Lagoon?! Located just three miles from Nassau, it is now the At the Blue Lagoon the possibilities are endless. My snorkel didn't even fit in my mouth! What are the advantages of Blue Lagoon in your opinion? It was the most amazing place I have ever stayed at and enjoyed it very very much. Like when we held a sloth in Honduras, or swan with the pigs of Exuma. WebPearl Island Activities. Powered by Invision Community. Bahamas Balmoral, Pearl Island or Blue Lagoon Balmoral, Pearl Island or Blue Lagoon By Valmoisy, September 24, 2016 in Bahamas Share Valmoisy 147 How To See The Famous Swimming Pigs of The Bahamas, Where You Can Hold a Sloth on Your Caribbean Cruise, Visiting Grand Cayman Island on a Cruise: Things To Do In Port, Visit Mahogany Beach in Roatan on Your Caribbean Cruise, The Atlantis, Bahamas Review The Good and the VERY Bad, What Its Really Like on an Alaskan Cruise. I posted a review and pictures on my blog. It is a beautiful area, with plenty of fish and other assorted ocean life. 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. 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. You are ready to leave the island within an hour and a half. Pearl Island looks smaller, so it may be less crowded. Nassau This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies. Upload or insert images from URL. But at least the food was good. more, New Providence Island Destination Experts. I talked to Blue Lagoon and they were neither helpful nor apologetic about the delays. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Posted August 10, 2018. Sign up for our newsletter. Don't expect a wide variety of beer.they only have Kalik, the "beer of the bahamas", affectionately nick-named "cow-lick" by Americans. CC Help Jenn We are going to (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? Blue Lagoon offers life vests of different sizes so kids and adults can use them to swim to the inflatable area. Were you satisfied? It's open sea, not interior protected lagoon. I stayed at Atlantis Royal Towers. 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. But at least the food was good. i was leaning towards Pearl until I read it was not ready for visitors. But looking into all 3, I'd say Blue Lagoon has the best beach - as it has a lagoon! looks like a pretty island. That saved me a ton of money! :). The Blue Lagoon Island in the Bahamas is a wonderful beach day excursion for families. It was very crowded in the non VIP area the day I was there. I'm not sure when you're going but I'll report back after my trip to let you know how Pearl Island was. Telephone (USA): 1-305-677-6594. WebOne of the best beaches in the Bahamas can be found at Blue Lagoon Island, also known by its official name Salt Cay. I snorkled at blue lagoon last year and there isn't that much too see. Is the popular Nassau excursion Pearl Island better than Blue Lagoon Island? Very colorful and fun, and more than enough room for everyone. Option 2: Blue lagoon offers beach and The island is beautiful and the people are nice, don't get me wrong. We did the Pearl Island beach and snorkel excursion in October. Bring your own gear and enjoy the BL -- lots to do and see for adults and kids alike. You will be salty for the rest of the day, just get used to it. This topic has been closed to new posts due to inactivity. But, unfortunately, you are there for about 3 and a half hours. Snorkeling in Nassau: Water Temps in December? Choose one of our exciting Beach Escape Packages and experience the perfect tropical getaway! Drinks are expensive also, but WORTH IT, because the frozen drinks are very good. 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. Our Offers. 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. Pearl island is a tiny coral island with a minuscule beach. 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? 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. Any and all details about each island would be helpful. Mobile ticket. 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. WebPearl island is generally flat concrete with a few steps to the beach. 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. The boat ride over is nice but they do may a quick stop at Margaritaville to pick up a few more passengers. 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 There are 2 sides though and we didn't really know. It is a great experience, but now that I have experienced it, I probably wouldn't do it again. In this video I will show you what a day at Pearl Island is like - including the beach, the free lunch, and the lighthouse. Which makes it great for kids to run and play on without it getting too deep. The staff from BL seemed very disorganized, but people were patient for the most part. The snorkel and mask are the basics - bring your own if you have them. What a disappointing day. PO Box CB-11567 But there was no shade or hammocks. They also make great drink at there bar. Shirley Street Its also very costly so probably not something we are going to do every time we travel. As mentioned a couple of guides take you out, and there's a good reef system out there, however, it is bleached. And as tide went out, it got more and more shallow as the day went on. 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. Blue Lagoon Island is a small, private island located just off of Nassau, Bahamas. I never booked a cabana there, I didn't find any need to after my excursion there. Blue Laggoon sounds great but a little short. Overall it was a nice day. Spending the day at the Blue Lagoon was a really nice and relaxing time for our whole family. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Hello! Looking at the pictures, I just worry about being able to cover up. Balmoral is a small island off the coast of Cable Beach (Sandals, melia etc). LauraS Former City Market on Cable Beach Now Open, Just Used Nassau Grocer Delivery Service at Harborside. Escape to an unforgettable day! And, DH needs an umbrella it seems like the VIP pkg at lagoon is the only way to ensure umbrella? Any updates or details would be appreciated. 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 ). We made lots of memories there, but wouldn't choose to do it a second time. The Blue Lagoon operation is top notch and offer many options to relax as well as many activities -- for young and old alike. Deploy network infrastructure faster and easier than ever before, with pre-packaged yet massively scalable infrastructure components for top packet and optical systems. 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. Option 2: Blue lagoon offers beach and other activities. When I went couldn't choose what to do first. Around 11 am, we were still waiting for the ferry to show up. 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. Do we need to take sn excursion? Be sure to bring lots of sunscreen -- there are plenty of shaded areas, but the sun is strong this time of year. 2018 Petabit Scale, All Rights Reserved. Heather have you been to Pearl Island? 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. It was, afte rall, a beach. Food is expensive, 4 or 5 dollars for hamburgers and hotdogs and 7 or 8 dollars for bbq chicken. The lagoon is really shallow andyou can basically walk across the enitre thing to the other side. If you have your own, no need to borrow gear from BL. Thanks for your review. Photographer @ the Atlantis for family picture? Is that the cruise you are booked on? Started August 27, 2021, By We origionally booked our day at the Atlantis. Error, please try again. 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. Months earlier I had visited Blue Lagoon during a port call to Nassau onboard the Carnival Mardi Gras. We are doing the Dream at the end of March. It's shared with Sandals. CC Help Jenn Ultimately decided to book the VIP Cabana for 2 at Pearl Island. 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!). On the ride pack to port they will slow down and point out the waterfront homes of the rich and famous and historical sights. There were 3 baby dolphins that I could see . Is one preferable to the other? The most recent was a few months ago. 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 Balmoral is much smaller than Blue Lagoon. November 25, 2021 in Shore Excursions. You are welcome to visit the marine park to see all these animals in their natural marine habitat. Bye-Bye Beach Tower - Hello 'Somewhere Else'? Is Pearl island less busy? Last time we went to Blue Lagoon the water was only 6 inches deep. I have only been to Blue Lagoon, but it was AWESOME! You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By WebLocated just three miles from Nassau, private Blue Lagoon Island is also the home to dolphins, sea lions, stingrays and nurse sharks. -ADD A TOUCH OF LUXURY- Choose your Cabana -YOUR OWN LITTLE PIECE OF PARADISE- Our Cabanas Cabana Area Cabana Area Group-Cabana Cabana awestover89, February 13, 2022 in Bahamas. 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? There are good and bad parts to pearl island. Experience the warm, secluded cays of Treasure Island (also called Blue CC Help Jenn I was told there were 26+ dolphins in total that were bred in captivity for the purpose of performing. 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. I loved reading your reviews. Also note that if you take the yellowbird party boat (booze cruise), it goes to pearl island (but these people have a much better time because they get all-you-can drink alcohol and a meal that is all paid for). We took the Blue Lagoon ship excursion this past November. And Ill be honest, I was REALLY suprised at how much food there was and how GOOD it was! Given the short day, probably looking to do just a beach excursion - no dolphin experience (though my kids would love it). PI we can do a VIP Cabana for $480 or just the beach day for $208. The beach itself is beautiful and there are plenty of loungers. 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. I've read that the pool isn't complete and there is a lot of construction still happening. Your email address will not be published. If I ever go again, I'd probably drag a chair from the lagoon side to the beach side anyway. Blue Lagoon does not have very many food or drink options (okay, they technically only have one!) The Blue Lagoon Island is, in fact, named Salt Cay but since it became a tourist attraction has become known by its main feature. Once you get the Pearl Island, you can get all your gear (a mask, snorkel, fins, and a vest). Balmoral maybe? It is a beautiful area, with plenty of fish and other assorted ocean life. But it is a beautiful ride, and a good opportunity for lots of beautiful pictures and good conversation with your party. Please give your opinions. We got to the Island about 10:40-10:45. Balmoral is on a private island shared by Sandals Royal Bahamian. WebBlue Lagoon Islands Dolphin Encounters, home of Flipper, is an all-natural ocean habitat on an extraordinary private island. My wife and I have taken our two girls over to Blue Lagoon on several occasions. A Ghost tour too. Here is a full review of our fun day at Blue Lagoon Island. I'm between pearl island and blue lagoon as those two are offered by the cruise line. We ended up booking Pearl Island via the cruiseline, You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By Paste as plain text instead, 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. I loved the Bahamas when I went 2 years ago. I have only been to Blue Lagoon out of the 3. When we first arrived at Blue Lagoon it was right around noon and they line for the food buffet was insanely long. With Blue Lagoon, much of the attraction for people is the animal shows etc. Started June 21, 2021, By It's not a bad little trip for the money (considering how expensive everything else is). Which makes it the perfect relaxing beach day when visiting the Bahamas. I would do Blue Lagoon again "only" if Pearl Island was sold out. LauraS We're looking at doing the Sting Rays on Balmoral, but the few reviews I've found are not great/mixed. I ended up booking the Pearl Island excursion for my March 5th cruise. I left feeling really sad and disappointed that the cruise line endorsed this type of entertainment. Good to know! more. We made lots of memories there, but wouldn't choose to do it a second time. Junkanoo Beach, Nassau Everything You Need to Know! As part of your day pass, you get a ticket for one pass through their buffet line. There is one area that is quite deeper and thats where youll find an inflatable water play area. info@pearlislandbahamas.com. 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. Bring your own gear and enjoy the BL -- lots to do and see for adults But it is a beautiful ride, and a good opportunity for lots of beautiful pictures and good conversation with your party. I've never been there.but from what I heard & seen on pics, I wanna goooooooooo!!!!!!! We saw a lot more fish than we expected including several schools of fish. We saw some people snorkeling there the last time we were there. The island is small, but everyone seemed to be spread out and it never seemed crowded at all. 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. Pearl Here are some gorgeous photos of Blue Lagoon Island thatll probably make you want to check it out! I will never stay at Atlantis . By Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. I wan swim & play wit da dolphins. Curious as well. Totally agree with ScubaJC on BL. 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