The snorkel and mask are the basics - bring your own if you have them. We origionally booked our day at the Atlantis. Let me just say that the gear isn't the best. Read more about our adventures byclicking here. The beach itself is beautiful and there are plenty of loungers. First of all, we did just the pearl island snorkel, not the pearl island snorkel w/ treasure hunt. XoXo :). Thanks. That gives me some very good insight. Bringing three grandchildren (7,10, 12) on a (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? Here is a full review of our fun day at Blue Lagoon Island. We are cruising next May and are still undecided between blue lagoon and pearl island. So if you are set on swimming with dolphins, then definitely book the Blue Lagoon day excursion. Clear editor. HELP PLEASE!! :). CC Help Jenn Upload or insert images from URL. Started August 27, 2021, By If I ever go again, I'd probably drag a chair from the lagoon side to the beach side anyway. This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies. We're looking at doing the Sting Rays on Balmoral, but the few reviews I've found are not great/mixed. Blue Lagoon offers life vests of different sizes so kids and adults can use them to swim to the inflatable area. Balmoral is much smaller than Blue Lagoon. We were there in January and did the Segway tour. I have only been to Blue Lagoon out of the 3. You are ready to leave the island within an hour and a half. No steps except the restrooms Report inappropriate content Jessie B Maine One of the best beaches in the Bahamas can be found at Blue Lagoon Island, also known by its official name Salt Cay. If it were me, I would go on a private excrusion with someone like Stuart Cove. Started June 21, 2021, By D Alt Looking at the pictures, I just worry about being able to cover up. 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. Also, the ONLY way you are allowed to visit BL is by using their excursion and their boats. Your previous content has been restored. But, unfortunately, you are there for about 3 and a half hours. It was already about noon so the first thing we did was try to find some lounge chairs. Around 11 am, we were still waiting for the ferry to show up. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Hello! So we didnt arrive to Blue Lagoon Island until almost noon. Leaving on the Edge on the 20th of this month. They didnt take In rescue dolphins due to risk of disease. Nice, but not a sweeping ocean view. Note- moot point. 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. Web5 hours (approx.) I loved the Bahamas when I went 2 years ago. Any recent reviews or opinions on these 3 locations? Here is a recap of our experience and then you can decide if its a good option for you. 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 But at least the food was good. I've never been there.but from what I heard & seen on pics, I wanna goooooooooo!!!!!!! Leaning towards blue lagoon. Definitely choose Blue Lagoon over Pearl Island I have only been to Blue Lagoon, but it was AWESOME! Read More How To Book Two Cruise Cabins For the Price of OneContinue, Read More Junkanoo Beach, Nassau Everything You Need to Know!Continue, Read More Visit Mahogany Beach in Roatan On Your Carnival CruiseContinue, Read More What To Expect on a Caribbean Cruise: Ultimate Cruising TipsContinue, Read More What To Do In Nassau With KidsContinue, Read More Review of Grand Hyatt Baha Mar Resort in NassauContinue, Jenny: Thanks for the great Atlantis Bahamas review, etc. 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). Having only been to Pearl Island, I can only say that I really enjoyed it there. I have If you have smaller kids than Blue Lagoon will be a GREAT place to visit. WebThe crystal clear waters surrounding Pearl Island is the perfect venue to explore these natural wonders. 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. WebThe 8 Night Southeast Coast & Bahamas visits Baltimore, Maryland; Orlando, Florida; Grand Bahama Island, Bahamas; Nassau, Bahamas; Bimini, Bahamas and Baltimore, Maryland. Balmoral uses the south side/ Sandals the North. Balmoral is on a private island shared by Sandals Royal Bahamian. It was a relatively inexpensive excursion, about $45 a person I think. Popular Islands in the Caribbean Bahamas Turks & Caicos Cayman Islands Saint Lucia Saint Martin Saint Barts U.S. Virgin Islands Members who are knowledgeable about this destination and volunteer their time to answer travelers' questions. We waited in a very long, slow line just off the ship for our tickets. I like that Balmoral is 5.5 hours long but my kids are so spoiled and swam with the dolphins so many times, its not even special to them anymore. You will be salty for the rest of the day, just get used to it. Beautiful beach. Thanks for your review. But it's an experience nonetheless. We too are trying to decide before the sale ends. Any updates or details would be appreciated. When we first arrived at Blue Lagoon it was right around noon and they line for the food buffet was insanely long. We ended up booking Pearl Island via the cruiseline. You can definitely bring your own snorkel gear to BL. Explore our cruise itineraries and choose from a variety of rooms depending on your needs and budget. I just got off a cruise and we snorkled at pearl island. But looking into all 3, I'd say Blue Lagoon has the best beach - as it has a lagoon! We are going to (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? Wow, that's crazy, we've been 3 times, never had it be that shallow. Thanks! Bahamas Balmoral, Pearl Island or Blue Lagoon Balmoral, Pearl Island or Blue Lagoon By Valmoisy, September 24, 2016 in Bahamas Share Valmoisy 147 I'd like to know too. It was a relatively inexpensive excursion, about $45 a person I think. but what they do have is really really good. We took the Blue Lagoon ship excursion this past November. On the ocean side of the island (not in the Lagoon), you can snorkel around the rocks. The lighthouse is cute and the views of the beach and water are nice from the top. Nassau Even the kids found enough to eat and not complain (for once!). Supercharge your procurement process, with industry leading expertise in sourcing of network backbone, colocation, and packet/optical network infrastructure. They also offer the dolphin experiences, I was told there were 26+ dolphins in total that were bred in captivity for the purpose of performing. It was the best day of my whole trip and we didn't even "book" anything special, just layed out on the beach. 2018 Petabit Scale, All Rights Reserved. Mobile ticket. My Tip: bring some of your own water bottles with a little alcohol in them to save some money. There are 2 sides to the Blue Lagoon. The lunch was BBQ flavored chicken and some sides. And Blue Lagoon does NOT feed the fish/stingrays, like some other excursions do. By If Balmoral is the beach next to Sandler, it is beautiful. Enjoy! The unpaved area is rocky and jagged. If you want a relaxed beach day and something a bit unique, I'd take Blue Lagoon for sure. I've read that the pool isn't complete and there is a lot of construction still happening. Blue Lagoon Island is a small, private island located just off of Nassau, Bahamas. Expert architecture and design solutions for private carriers, next-generation metro and long-haul optical networks, ultra low-latency networks, and Internet backbones. 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. Valmoisy, September 24, 2016 in Bahamas. Has anyone been to Pearl Island in 2017? There were 3 baby dolphins that I could see . Started June 21, 2021, By I know they have snorkeling so there must be a deeper area on the other side for that. The boat left at 2 to take us back and we got back about 2:30pm. Overall the Blue Lagoon is a great place to go and a great location at that. I'm not into dolphin or other sea life excursions. There is one area that is quite deeper and thats where youll find an inflatable water play area. Do you have more pics of the island in general. 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. CC Help Jenn Im leaving for Nassau in 10 days!! In this video I will show you what a day at Pearl Island is like - including the beach, the free lunch, and the lighthouse. JSJ. Definitely choose Blue Lagoon over Pearl Island What are the advantages of Blue Lagoon in your opinion? WebBlue Lagoon Islands Dolphin Encounters, home of Flipper, is an all-natural ocean habitat on an extraordinary private island. We also took the kids over to watch the dolphins swim. It is a beautiful area, with plenty of fish and other assorted ocean life. 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, This is a birthday cruise, so the idea of a VIP cabana sounded nice as a celebration, We usually travel with friends, not often it's just the two of us, and since it's a 2 person cabana, now seemed like a good time, Reviews online regularly repeated that people like the food at Pearl Island more than Blue Lagoon, At BL, I'd probably be most interested in either the dolphin swim or sea lion encounter, and I can do both of those in the Florida Keys, so less of a push to try it in the Bahamas. I did the snorkel package. LauraS Overall it was a nice day. I talked to Blue Lagoon and they were neither helpful nor apologetic about the delays. WebBlue Lagoon Dolphin Encounter Price: $155.00 Enjoy a great shallow water encounter with these lovable mammals, with access to the Blue Lagoon resort. By Thanks for any input. Junkanoo Beach, Nassau Everything You Need to Know! Another beach is located behind the pavilion. Wanted to see if there are any updates about Nassau Beach excursions? I do. Enjoy your own private cabana with personal server. But at least the food was good. Your email address will not be published. Which should YOU choose on your next visit to Nassau and the Bahamas?#celebrityedge #cruisevlog #nassau 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. Very colorful and fun, and more than enough room for everyone. Has anyone been to Pearl island to give their opinion? Im going in 30 days and need advice between the two. Ive seen comments say Blue Lagoon was 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. Once you get the Pearl Island, you can get all your gear (a mask, snorkel, fins, and a vest). Option 3: Other Nassau excursions? My snorkel didn't even fit in my mouth! Aqua blue water and nice sittings. You can take a segway ride around the island or just spend some time being lazy in a hammock. And by the time we arrived, most of the lounge chairs where filled and we had a really hard time finding a place to lay out. Thanks. Please do let me know what you thought of the other excursion. There are good and bad parts to pearl island. LauraS You are welcome to visit the marine park to see all these animals in their natural marine habitat. As for Pearl, I've been by it multiple times by boat but have never actually visited it. We enjoyed Blue Lagoon and didn't find the water to be all that shallow. Be sure to bring lots of sunscreen -- there are plenty of shaded areas, but the sun is strong this time of year. Option 1: Pearl Island offers a beach break and snorkel (lighthouse climb). awestover89, February 13, 2022 in Bahamas. We are avid travelers who love discovering new areas and traveling in our Camper Van. I stayed at Atlantis Royal Towers. CC Help Jenn Snorkeling starts near the lighthouse and they have a couple of guides to help you with gear, and point out fish, it lasted about 45 minutes. I loved reading your reviews. Pearl island has a rocky beach with little sand at times -- luck of the draw. One thing I did really love about Blue Lagoon Bahamas is how beauctil the little island was. Drink prices etc I remember were about $6 or so for Kaliks and $7 or so for imports such as Coors light etc. The majority of the lagoon is on a sandbar and very shallow. When planning out your Bahamas getaway itinerary, be sure to include a ferry ride to Blue Lagoon Island. I believe the BL day would be much better suited for your crew. They also make great drink at there bar. I wish I had time to do them allbut alas, no. I hear da beach & food is off da chains.Wapps dat ga get beat bad buddy!!!!! LauraS Thats great flexibility if the weather happens to be bad. 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. Former City Market on Cable Beach Now Open, Just Used Nassau Grocer Delivery Service at Harborside. Get answers to your questions about New Providence Island, Last Minute Hotels in New Providence Island, Browse all 25,251 New Providence Island topics , Back from Margaritaville Resort- Trip Report, SLS Baha Mar - need help deciding (option 2 is the Reef). How was pearl island? Started August 27, 2021, By PI we can do a VIP Cabana for $480 or just the beach day for $208. Lunch. So if swimming with doplhins in on your list of things to do, then visiting Blue Lagoon would be a good option. 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. https://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2604951, https://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2548890. The staff from BL seemed very disorganized, but people were patient for the most part. Pearl Island package from Nassau: Escape the crowds. More activities at one for example? You can only get there by Ferry and there are no vehicles on this small You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By The Blue Lagoon operation is top notch and offer many options to relax as well as many activities -- for young and old alike. If you are staying in the Bahamas for several days, then I highly recommend you check out the Blue Lagoon for a day. After we finally boarded the ferry, we zipped across the blue water for about 30 minutes before arriving at Blue Lagoon. The buffet lunch served was delicious and the service very good. Were you satisfied? We're looking forward to it and hope that it's worth the money. Blue lagoon has easy access to all. more. The kids were getting bored and when I tried asking where the ferry was, no one knew. PO Box CB-11567 To make your day truly memorable, add on swim or encounter. 0 people have marked this place as a favorite. If you have your own, no need to borrow gear from BL. Oh absolutely! You can post now and register later. Started August 27, 2021, By Which is better Pearl Island snorkel or Blue Lagoon Snorkel? But it is a beautiful ride, and a good opportunity for lots of beautiful pictures and good conversation with your party. They have a concierge that can book you directly on several tours around the Bahamas. And, DH needs an umbrella it seems like the VIP pkg at lagoon is the only way to ensure umbrella? Firstly, thank you for providing your take on travel! LauraS As part of your day pass, you get a ticket for one pass through their buffet line. I put some Bahamas Coconut Rum in my Hydroflask and added some juice when I got to Blue Lagoon. Good to know! info@pearlislandbahamas.com. This is a dangerous and controversial practice and those operators should be avoided. Blue Lagoon has more activities and more space. 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. They have animal encounters where you can swim with dolphins or sea lions. I snorkled at blue lagoon last year and there isn't that much too see. We saw a lot more fish than we expected including several schools of fish. I'm not sure when you're going but I'll report back after my trip to let you know how Pearl Island was. It is a short trip. It was very crowded in the non VIP area the day I was there. Months earlier I had visited Blue Lagoon during a port call to Nassau onboard the Carnival Mardi Gras. Pearl Island looks smaller, so it may be less crowded. Bahamas Local 2023. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. Good luck in making your decision! Located just three miles from Nassau, it is now the Did anyone make it to Pearl Island? We didnt really have anywhere else to be so we sat and waited. Also have my 80 yr old father in law(whose more like 60)so want to have something for all to do. Which makes it great for kids to run and play on without it getting too deep. WebLocated just three miles from Nassau, private Blue Lagoon Island is also the home to dolphins, sea lions, stingrays and nurse sharks. Is Pearl island less busy? We are only there from 7-2:30, so trying to decide what to do. 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. 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 Option 1: Pearl Island offers a beach break and snorkel (lighthouse climb). I don't do those, so I did just the beach. It also has several decent sandy beaches and a calm lagoon area for the smaller children or if the waves are rough that day. Ferry from Miami or Fort Lauderdale to Nassau. What a disappointing day. Is the popular Nassau excursion Pearl Island better than Blue Lagoon Island? BahamasLocal.com is a user-friendly search engine with exclusive listings on businesses and community organizations in The Bahamas. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. If we are going to interact with animals, its going to be a unique experience. Beach Escape incl. See All New Providence Island Conversations. We are on a mission to travel as often as our time and budget allow us. Which is the better beach day excursion, Balmoral Island, Pearl Island or Blue Lagoon? But it is a beautiful ride, and a good opportunity for lots of beautiful pictures and good conversation with your party. 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? i was leaning towards Pearl until I read it was not ready for visitors. There is an Aqua Park, a games area and also snorkeling. Totally agree with ScubaJC on BL. Snorkeling in Nassau: Water Temps in December? BL has more options, ranging from about $94 for the stingrays and beach day, up to $500 for the VIP dolphins and beach day (and several price points between the two. Thank you so much for coming back and updating us! It's shared with Sandals. The ferry didnt arrive until about 11:30 (and we had been there since 9:15 am). Required fields are marked *. 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. Also, you can spend the day enjoying one of the most secluded Thank you I am going next week. CC Help Jenn The Blue Lagoon Island is, in fact, named Salt Cay but since it became a tourist attraction has become known by its main feature. Welcome to Bahamas Local, Your Bahamas Online Search Engine, Exuma Kitesurfing Bahamas Kiteboarding and SUP. Blue lagoon is more of a relax at the beach day. I ended up booking the Pearl Island excursion for my March 5th cruise. Don't expect a wide variety of beer.they only have Kalik, the "beer of the bahamas", affectionately nick-named "cow-lick" by Americans. The boat ride to Pearl Island is long - about 35 minutes. Which makes it the perfect relaxing beach day when visiting the Bahamas. Travel to the Blue Lagoon Island where you can enjoy the beach, swim or float in a kayak. The weather was a bit too cool for swimming and the waves were rough. Includes a delicious barbecue lunch. Bye-Bye Beach Tower - Hello 'Somewhere Else'? There are good and bad parts to pearl island. My wife and I have taken our two girls over to Blue Lagoon on several occasions. However, if its right in there faces..of course they will want to do it. Next time I'll proof read before sending [emoji849]. It is the most powerful Internet-based resource in and for the Bahamian market. Hello, You will be salty for the rest of the day, just get used to it. We saw some people snorkeling there the last time we were there. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952023 The Independent Traveler, Inc. But we were smart and decided to just wait an hour and by 1 pm, we were able to walk right up and get anything we wanted. At the Blue Lagoon the possibilities are endless. It's not a bad little trip for the money (considering how expensive everything else is). I posted a review and pictures on my blog. When are you sailing? It also has several decent sandy beaches and a calm lagoon area for the smaller children or if the waves are rough that day. Blue Laggoon sounds great but a little short. As mentioned a couple of guides take you out, and there's a good reef system out there, however, it is bleached. Its a great combination of things to do for your kids and relaxing time for the adults. 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. But if you are just looking for a good old beach day or some other more unique experience around Nassau, I would look elsewhere. It starts out like that but gets to above my waist out as you walk out further. Ultimately decided to book the VIP Cabana for 2 at Pearl Island. You also get a choice between fresh water, lemonade or fruit punch to go with your meal. Check current weather conditions, enjoy scenic views of the beaches, and discover the best places to visit. Pearl was my 1st choice until I saw some bad reviews. If any of the Business Information is incorrect, please let us know and we'll update the information. We got to the Island about 10:40-10:45. Scroll down to Day 3. http://susancrow.blogspot.com/2016/01/breezes-nassau.html, I have a full review of Blue Lagoon in my signature line with TONS of pictures if you are interested. Powered by Invision Community. We are Jen and Abby, a single mom and daughter traveling the world on a budget. Choose one of our exciting Beach Escape Packages and experience the perfect tropical getaway! 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Balmoral maybe? So all in all - the water was pretty, the food good, the logistics getting there not so much and the treatment of beautiful sea animals not something I can feel good about. 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!). The excursions in Nassau don't sound great and Atlantis is too expensive for time you get. But we did end up finding 2 chairs really far down the beach. And they say you only get one, but the nice guy at the drink station had no problem giving us refills. Telephone: (242) 698-1300 +The Atlantis, Bahamas Review The Good and the VERY Bad+What Its Really Like on an Alaskan Cruise+Review of Grand Hyatt Baha Mar Resort in Nassau, 2023 See Mama Travel - WordPress Theme by Kadence WP, How To Book Two Cruise Cabins For the Price of One. We arrived right on time and were promptly told that our 10am ferry had been canceled and there wouldnt be another one until 11 am. But it is a beautiful ride, and a good opportunity for lots of beautiful pictures and good conversation with your party. New Providence, Bahamas Spending the day at the Blue Lagoon was a really nice and relaxing time for our whole family. 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. Start planning your next cruise vacation by selecting a Our Offers. Good luck in making your decision! Heather have you been to Pearl Island? November 25, 2021 in Shore Excursions. 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. I just got the beach day with lunch. The current price for the day pass is $115 per adult, $45 for children 3-12 and under 3 years old is free. The Blue Lagoon Island in the Bahamas is a wonderful beach day excursion for families. But beware they are just like everything else in the Bahamasexpensive! WebView live webcams in Bahamas and see whats happening at popular beach resorts in the Caribbean. Your email address will not be published. The boat ride to Pearl Island is long - about 35 minutes. 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. We made lots of memories there, but wouldn't choose to do it a second time. I've been multiple times. Its also very costly so probably not something we are going to do every time we travel. Powered by Invision Community. You cannot paste images directly. Visibility is awesome if you can get the cheap mask to seal to your face good enough to stay under for longer than 20 seconds. Don't go until May (cannot wait) so no review before you go but do post which you decide on and if it was worth it. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. And happy to show other single moms how traveling with their kids is always possible! Paste as plain text instead, It's not a bad little trip for the money (considering how expensive everything else is). Pearl island is a tiny coral island with a minuscule beach. The unpaved area is rocky and jagged. Beach shoes need outside the actual beach. The lagoon is really shallow andyou can basically walk across the enitre thing to the other side. Your link has been automatically embedded. WebPearl island is generally flat concrete with a few steps to the beach. And Ill be honest, I was REALLY suprised at how much food there was and how GOOD it was! We found some hammocks in the shade on the adventure side that had some water floaty things and it was more of a lagoon, but then the other side was open ocean and gorgeous! The beach is small but nice and they have lots of water toys (kayak, paddleboard, trampoline) that you can use in the equally small roped off swimming area. Is that the cruise you are booked on? Started August 27, 2021, By 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. Its the perfect cruise port excursion if you are stopping in Nassau for a day! The boat ride over is nice but they do may a quick stop at Margaritaville to pick up a few more passengers. 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. 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 200 guests per day so it never felt crowded. 43 Reviews Full Details Excursion Size:Small Excursion Type:Active, Water/Beach Food/Beverage:Not Included Activity Level:Moderate Excursion Duration:3+ Hours Taste of Nassau Cuisine and We did the Pearl Island beach and snorkel excursion in October. We are on the March 26th sailing. I'm going in November and would like an honest review. No one checks! We have our own snorkeling equipment, but cant figure out if you're allowed to snorkel on your own in either of these islands? 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 My Hydroflask and added some juice when I went 2 years ago problem us! The weather was a relatively inexpensive excursion, about $ 45 a person think. 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