Are there ferries from Nassau to other islands?
Are there ferries from Nassau to other islands? You can travel from Nassau on a fully air-conditioned vessel to islands such as The Abacos, North Eleuthera, Harbour Island and more on a weekly (or more frequent) basis. For more information, visit Bahamas Ferries, and begin your island hopping journey today!
Is it worth going to Exuma?
The Exumas are a truly magical place and worth the visit. Most people will stay on Nassau which is the most touristy place in the Bahamas and only take a day trip to the Exumas but try to carve out at least three days to spend in the Exumas and then you can island hop around.
How do I get from Nassau to Long Island Bahamas?
The most common route taken to Long Island is through Nassau (NAS), on the island of New Providence. Most major air carriers have scheduled flights to Nassau (NAS). Once you have arrived in Nassau, Southern Air Charters and Bahamas Air offer scheduled flights from Nassau (NAS) to Long Island.
How many days do you need in Nassau?
With three days in Nassau, you'll have plenty of time to hit all the highlights, from colonial sites to beautiful Caribbean beaches, and still have time left over for a couple of island day trips.
What is the least touristy island in The Bahamas?
Mayaguana is one of the least visited islands in the Bahamas! It has around 200 full time residents, and any tourists that come have to fly themselves or charted a flight. The beaches are beautiful, untouched and pristine.
Where can you ferry from Nassau?
Whether you're island hopping or simply want a relaxing day away, Bahamas Ferries will take you wherever you need to go. You can travel from Nassau on a fully air-conditioned vessel to islands such as The Abacos, North Eleuthera, Harbour Island and more on a weekly (or more frequent) basis.
Can you take a ferry from Nassau to Harbour Island?
A ferry leaves Nassau daily for Harbour Island at 8:00 am and arrives at 10:30 am. The same ferry returns to Nassau late in the afternoon. The ferry from Nassau leaves from a port that is a 45-minute taxi ride from the Nassau airport. Click here to learn more.
How long is the bridge from Nassau to Paradise Island?
The 685 acre island is connected to the island of New Providence by two bridges that go across the Nassau Harbor, which were designed by HNTB. The 36 feet wide and 1,560 feet long roadway carries two lanes of traffic and consists of 15 concrete spans and 3 high elevation main channel spans.
How long is the boat ride from Nassau to Harbour Island?
The typical crossing time for ferries from Nassau to Harbour Island is approximately 2h 40m.
What islands are easy to get to from Nassau?
- Nassau to: The Abacos, Andros, Cat Island, The Exumas, Eleuthera & Harbour Island, Freeport.
- Freeport to: The Abacos.
How much is the fast ferry from Nassau to Harbour Island?
The fast ferry fee is around $150 round trip from Nassau. You will need to check the day of departure to see when the boat sets sail; as it can fluctuate based on demand and the weather conditions.
Can you go to Pig Beach from Nassau?
There are only 2 options for getting from Nassau to Pig Beach: Plane or Boat. Bahamas Air Tours offers flights from Nassau to Exuma Staniel Cay. There are a number of local airlines that also offer scheduled flights for getting from Nassau to Exuma. The other option is by Boat.