Discover, Walk & Taste Nassau & Salt Cay History
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Price
$120
*plus 10% Value Added Tax
Includes round-trip transportation by large catamarans to Blue Lagoon Island
Historic Nassau: Venture back 100 years to old Nassau and discover quiet tree-lined streets, historic architecture and a fascinating history covering pirates, slavery and royalty on an easy walking tour led by an expert guide.
Private Island Experience: Head to private Salt Cay (Blue Lagoon Island) by boat to enjoy stunning scenery, a beautiful lagoon and white sand beaches as you uncover the intriguing links to historic Nassau.
Rum & Cuisine: Dine on delicious Bahamian cuisine, sip rum cocktails and sample local bush tea while learning more about the history and culture of the Bahamas through its food and drink.
- TIME: A customer service representative will contact you ahead of your booked excursion to confirm your downtown Nassau meeting time and location. This excursion is 5 hours including the 1-hour walking tour and ferry transportation to and from Salt Cay (Blue Lagoon Island). Drop off at the end of the excursion will be at the western end of Prince George Wharf, downtown Nassau. Please contact our Reservations Department via phone Toll free: 1-866-448-9535 or Local 242-363-1003 or email reservations@dolphinencounters.com if you need to speak with us prior to receiving that call
To Book:
Please contact reservations toll free: 1-866-448-9535 or Local 242-363-1003 or email reservations@dolphinencounters.com
Highlights
- Unique guided walking tour of historic downtown Nassau
- Traditional Bahamian lunch
- Bush tea bar
- 30 min scenic guided ferry ride through Nassau Harbour
- Beach access
Inclusions:
- Hour-long guide-led walking tour of historic Nassau
- Private boat tour to remote Salt Cay (Blue Lagoon Island)
- Shared ferry ride back to Prince George Wharf (priority boarding offered)
- Bottled water at start and end of walking tour
- Special Bahamian plated lunch in private palm grove
- Two rum drinks
- Bahamian Bush Tea Bar with locally baked rum cake
- Use of audio system receiver
- Access to powder white sand beach and calm and shallow lagoon
- Beach lounge chairs
- Discounts on locally-made items in Bahamian Village
Exclusions:
- Ground transportation from hotel, or rental property
- Any food or drink not included with lunch
- Non-motorized watersports equipment, Aqua Park access, animal programs
What to Bring:
- Comfortable shoes, hat, sunblock and cash or credit card for additional purchases
- Additional water for walking tour if required
- Swimsuit and towel optional
- Note that you will need to carry whatever you bring for the duration of the walking tour
Know Before You Go:
- Salt Cay is the official name of the island better known as Blue Lagoon Island
- This is a fair-weather tour. Any time adjustments or cancellations due to forecasted inclement weather will be communicated the day before
- All guests are required to complete a WAIVER at check in. Parents must complete for all minors
- Payment in full must be made online or at the Blue Lagoon Island Welcome Center prior to the start of the tour. Tour guides will not be able to accept payment
Restrictions:
- The Salt Cay Experience is available to guests 12 years or older
- Guests between 12-17 years must be accompanied on the tour by a parent/guardian (with ticket for the Salt Cay Experience Tour)
- Guests must wear comfortable walking shoes
- Guest must be able to stand unaided for long periods of time and have full use of both legs
- Guests must be able to walk a mile over the course of an hour
- Pregnant women are not allowed to participate in the Salt Cay Experience.
- No drones, scuba equipment or metal detectors are allowed on Salt Cay (Blue Lagoon Island)
- No outside food or drinks are allowed on Salt Cay (Blue Lagoon Island)
- Salt Cay (Blue Lagoon Island) reserves the right to refuse service to any guest under the influence of alcohol or any illegal drugs
Cancellation Policy:
- No refunds will be issued for cancellations made by the guest less than 24-hours prior to the booked program. Groups may require a longer cancellation period depending on size
- No refunds will be issued for guests who do not meet the program requirements for age, physical fitness, maternity reasons or who violate company policies
- This is a fair-weather tour. Decisions on whether to adjust the timing or cancel the tour due to forecasted weather will be made by Blue Lagoon Island and communicated to guests
Accessibility:
- This tour includes an hour-long walking tour along streets and sidewalks of downtown Nassau. As such, we cannot accommodate guests who have any mobility issues or require walkers or wheelchairs or are unable to walk unaided for a mile