Island Hopping, Lunch Included

Nassau Island Hopping Boat Tour Swimming Pigs Turtles Snorkeling

★ 4.0 125 reviews

from $150 per person

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Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Meal: Lunch included
Run by: Shore TO Shore

Overview

Shore to Shore runs a four-hour speedboat loop out of Paradise Island that packs three stops into one half-day: snorkeling, turtle spotting, and time with the swimming pigs. The boat ride itself is part of the outing, and reviewers mention good music and a lively, fun atmosphere on board.

The route runs to Atholl Island first for an hour, then roughly two hours on Rose Island, and finally an hour at Green Turtle Cay, before returning to the marina. Landing and facility fees are covered in the price, along with lunch and paddle boards.

The boat is capped at 22 travellers and most travellers can participate. It is less suitable for anyone with back problems, pregnant travellers, or infants, who are not allowed, and the tour is not wheelchair accessible. Reviewers also describe a rocky beach landing with some steep steps, so a basic level of mobility helps.

What's Included

Included

Bottled water
Landing and facility fees
Paddle boards
Lunch

Itinerary

Meet at Paradise Island marinaCheck in at the Shore to Shore kiosk by the marina behind Margaritaville on Paradise Island, arriving 30 minutes before departure. Pickup and drop off can be arranged by calling the operator.
Atholl IslandThe first stop runs one hour, with the admission ticket included.
Rose IslandA two-hour stop with free admission.
Green Turtle CayOne hour here, with free admission.
Return to the marinaThe boat returns to the same meeting point at Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville, Paradise Island.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will make the day smoother, especially around the meeting spot and what the turtle stop actually involves.

Finding the dock. Multiple reviewers went to the wrong Margaritaville or the wrong side of the island and missed the boat. The kiosk is by the marina behind the two-story Margaritaville on Paradise Island, just over the bridge and first right. Allow extra travel time.
Pace and fitness. This is a speedboat trip with a rocky beach landing and some steep steps, as reviewers described. Most travellers can participate, but against it for those with back problems, pregnant travellers, and infants are not allowed.
Turtles from the boat. Several reviewers say the turtle stop is viewing from the boat rather than swimming with them, so set expectations accordingly.
Food and drink. Lunch and bottled water are included, and several reviewers call the island lunch delicious, though opinions vary. One reviewer mentioned a cash bar at the beach, so having some cash on hand can be useful.
Bring and wear. Plan for a boat and beach day. Paddle boards are included, and snorkeling is not permitted for those menstruating.
Timing flexibility. Several travellers reported late starts or schedule shuffling on busy days, which mattered most to cruise passengers. Build buffer time into any evening plans, since a delayed return can be stressful.

Common issues. The recurring complaints are about logistics rather than the sites: late departures and unclear meeting point directions that led some groups to the wrong Margaritaville, with no refund offered in those cases. The tour requires good weather and a minimum number of travellers, and either can cause cancellation, with a different date or a full refund offered. The experience is not wheelchair accessible and is limited to a maximum of 22 travellers. Cancellations by travellers must be made at least 24 hours before start time for a full refund.

Common Questions

What Is Included In The Price?

Lunch, bottled water, paddle boards and all landing and facility fees are included. Any drinks or extras beyond that are not listed as included.

Is Hotel Pickup Available?

Pickup and drop off are available, but you need to call the operator to arrange transportation. Otherwise, meet at the Shore to Shore kiosk by the marina behind Margaritaville on Paradise Island, and check in 30 minutes before departure.

How Long Is The Tour And What Are The Stops?

The tour runs four hours. It stops at Atholl Island for one hour, Rose Island for two hours, and Green Turtle Cay for one hour, then returns to the same marina.

Can Children Or People With Limited Mobility Join?

Most travellers can participate, but infants are not allowed and the tour is not recommended for infants or travellers with back problems, and pregnant travellers are advised against it. It is not wheelchair accessible, and the beach landing involves a rocky walk and steps.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

Cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside 24 hours, no refund or changes are accepted. If the operator cancels for weather or because the minimum number of travellers is not met, you get a different date or a full refund.

Can You Swim With The Turtles And Pigs?

Reviewers mention feeding the pigs and describe them as well behaved, so expect close contact with the animals on the beach.