Private Tour
Snorkel/Swim with the Turtles Experience
Overview
Available languages
6 hours
Mobile ticket
"No Crowds, No Buses, No Time Schedule but Yours!"
Experience local aquatic wildlife first hand, namely the Green Sea Turtle and Hawksbill Turtle, whilst snorkeling our vibrant coral reefs, teeming with marine life!!!
On this exclusive personal customized day trip you will experience snorkeling and swimming with sea turtles in a lovely secluded bay which the turtles have made their home. You could even look out for one of the specially named turtles (named for their distinguishing features) while you are snorkeling!
We will also visit the Open-Air Farmers Market, Port Lucaya Marketplace, the Bahamian Brewery where seven local beers are brewed and the Bahamas Distilling Co. where they make several types of rums and other spirits.
Lastly we will visit a magnificent beach where you can try local tropical drinks and native dishes on a lovely wooden deck. At this beach you can either walk the extensive sand bars which stretch for miles or just sit , relax and enjoy the amazing view.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Face Masks
Private transportation
Bottled water
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hand Sanitizer
Lunch
What To Expect
Experience local aquatic wildlife firsthand, namely the Green Sea Turtle and Hawksbill Turtle, whilst snorkeling our vibrant coral reefs, teeming with marine life. We will first Snorkel/Swim with the Turtles for as long as you are wanting to enjoy this exciting activity. After snorkeling we will then visit our Bahamian Brewery where they make seven different types of beers including a pink grapefruit and a passion fruit radler. We can also visit the Bahamas Distilling Co. where they make several varieties of rums and other spirits here on island. We will next visit the Open-Air Farmer's where you can try the best conch fritters and shop for your souvenirs to take back with you. Also, we visit the Port Lucaya Marketplace where we have the Bahamas Maritime Museum which is very informative and well worth the tour. There is more shopping here for the shoppers. We will spend the rest of the afternoon on a beautiful beach where you can enjoy a refreshing tropical drink while sitting on a lovely deck overlooking this amazing beach. You can swim, sunbathe, collect shells, beach walk or simply sit and enjoy the view before we return to your ship or resort. Perfect way to end the day!
Options
Snorkel/Swim with the Turtles Experience
Pickup included
Reviews
15 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Not worth the price
Joshua G,
Mar 22, 2025
- Viator
3.00The tour in itself is not bad. However for the price you pay it’s not nearly worth it. The tour consists of driving around with Hida to the more less touristy parts of the island. You will be picked up and driven to the snorkeling spot which in itself costs $25 a person to rent the gear. I would recommend just taking one of the tour bosses to this spot if the snorkeling is all you’re interested in. Snorkeling was fun but does not require hida to be the one to take you there. After snorkeling she will take you to some breweries so if you are not a drinker I would really not recommend this tour. Throughout the tour she will give you some basic facts about the island and that’s kinda about it in terms of learning anything. She will take you to local vendors and essentially try to sell you their business and makes it a strong point that you should buy their stuff which I didn’t appreciate very much since the tour costs $250 per person already. Lunch is also not provided which for the price is ridiculous. There are far better ways to spend your money on this island and I would recommend a different excursion. At the very most I would say this excursion is worth about $100 per person and anything over that feels like robbery. It was not a bad experience but for the price you are not getting what you should get. We were combined with another group in a small car and had to fit 6 people in it. In total with tips she made around $1700 from our trip and all she had to pay for was gas and the snorkel gear which costs $25 per person. I recommend you do another excursion instead as doing this one was my only regret of my trip due to the cost.
Not what we planned, but better than we imagined
Nick B,
Jan 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00Hida was an absolutely wonderful tour guide and helped us experience Grand Bahama Island from a local’s perspective. Due to some unexpected inclement weather, our original plans for the day wound up off the table. Rather than calling things off, Hida worked with us to build a new itinerary that I wouldn’t have traded even for our original plans. We toured a local fruit farm and tasted the family’s crops, we found a gorgeous beach that required us to off-road through a forest, we toured a rum distillery, and so much more. Any time a member of our group had a question, Hida not only knew the answer, but could make two phone calls and take us someplace we hadn’t even thought of going. Hida’s flexibility and creativity turned what could have been a lost day due to the weather into the most memorable day of our vacation. When we got back to the cruise ship, people were complaining left and right about how ripped off they felt by the cruise line’s shore excursions underdelivering because of the weather. We made the right choice booking with Hida and you should, too.
Hida is the best tour guide in town!
Michal O,
Jul 5, 2024
- Viator
5.00I booked the turtle snorkel experience. Hida picked me up in the morning, and she was very friendly and knowledgeable and told us all about the island and all of the major landmarks. She tailored the day based on the preferences of the group. We went snorkeling at the gorgeous Paradise Cove and were lucky enough to see so many sea turtles! After that, we went swimming with pigs, which was also a fun and very memorable experience. Then we went to the market and walked around while we did some shopping, and we ended the tour at the beautiful Banana Bay. What a perfect day! So happy I chose this tour. Hida was lovely and I plan on staying in touch with her!
Favorite day on the island!
Ashleigh S,
Jun 28, 2024
- Viator
5.00I can not sing enough phrases for Hida! She totally customizes the trip to what you want to do and has connections actually everywhere. Our trip started with a nice car ride along various spots of interest, with her detailing each building and sharing with us her vast knowledge of the island. First stop was Pinders Point lighthouse, then a quick stop at a small bakery where we bought delicious carrot cake and coconut tarts. Then we ventured on to swim with the pigs, which Hida was so gracious to include in our excursion, as our original swim with the pigs event the day before had been weather cancelled. After a great experience swimming with and feeding pigs and holding piglets, we ventured over to Paradise Cove for snorkeling. After a quick demo we jumped in the water and snorkeled around the reef balls. Hida could see we were struggling a bit with getting the technique down, so she sent an amazing guide, Ryan, out to help us. He gave us all the tips and accelerated our experience to a maximum level. We saw 6-7 sea turtles, sting rays, barracudas, some many types of coral and so many variations of coral. Seriously the most amazing experience!! We grabbed some cracked conch there and then as we aren’t big drinkers we decided to pass on the Brewery and Distillery option and instead she showed us the most beautiful beach that had the most scenic sandbar nestled between ocean shades or aquamarine, turquoise and navy blue. We enjoyed Wacky Banana drinks (avl in alcoholic and virgin options) and then rounded out the day with some conch fritters to go from the open air market and a drive down “millionaires row”. Hida left us with a few other suggestions for our remaining days in the island, gave us some ice cold water and bid farewell. She even called the next day with more recommendations for our stay. A+ experience and our favorite day on the island!
The Best Experience on Grand Bahama Island
Grant D,
Jun 10, 2024
- Viator
5.00Our experience with Hida on Grand Bahama Island was exceptional! The tour was personalized to our interests, allowing us to explore the island’s hidden gems at our own pace. Hida’s extensive local knowledge and warm, professional demeanor made the trip unforgettable. Highlights included the entire tour of the island, snorkeling with turtles, visiting the local farmer’s market, and enjoying a tour of the island rum distillery. Hida’s passion for the island and commitment to providing a memorable experience truly set this tour apart. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Grand Bahama!
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