Grand Bahama / Freeport

"located 32 km (20 mi) or an hour, by boat, off the coast of the West End of Grand Bahama Island"; depth "from 6m (20 ft) to 30m (100 ft)"; tiger sharks year-round, "October to January are the best months"; also nurse, Caribbean reef and lemon sharks; operators "request for you to have your Open Water certificate with more dives. Some companies will request at least 30 dives logged"; LiveAboard.com lists Bahamas Aggressor II and Dolphin Dream

"Opening its doors in 1965, UNEXSO was one of the first organizations to offer recreational scuba diving in the Bahamas"; "known as the most established dive center in The Bahamas"; ⚠️ "We will be relaunching our diving program" - Wreck Dive, Shark Dive and Concierge Diving all marked "RETURNING SOON!" on 2026-10-02

"this 40-acre National Park" holds "one of the largest underwater cave systems in the world, with two caves open to the public. Swimming in the caves is prohibited"; "a special permit is required for diving"; the island page adds nature trails, boardwalks, six ecosystems, mangrove swamp and pine forest

on the East End inside Lucayan National Park; the Ministry of Tourism notes it was "featured in Pirates of the Caribbean films"

UNEXSO's dolphin site at Sterling Circle, Freeport: "the dolphins live in ocean enclosures that mirror their natural habitat"; a "natural 9-acre lagoon"; Dolphin Encounter "$85 (adults) | $50 (children) exc. VAT", Dolphin Swim "$219.00 exc. VAT | 2.5 hours", Glass Bottom Boat Adventure on a "56 foot glass bottom boat" "$65 (adults) $55 (children) exc. VAT | 1.5 hours"; "Open 9am-5pm Monday to Saturday"

"Snorkeling, Watersports & Activities near Freeport": snorkel tours, kayak and SUP, freediving and spearfishing courses, the Red Bar and beach front villas; "*Transportation is provided for all our activities"; the Ministry calls Deadman's Reef "The largest contiguous man-made reef, is perfectly suited for snorkeling"; "All booked activities and tours include a non-refundable 7% processing fee"

"Uncover the sole all-inclusive resort on the island"; "274 rooms" each with "a balcony or terrace" in "Victorian structures"; "three a la carte dining venues, a buffet restaurant, beach snack bar, and two full-service bars"; water sports, paddleboard, pickleball and trapeze lessons; "perfect for families, couples"

"the largest shopping, dining and entertainment open air facility in the Bahamas, with over forty specialty stores and boutiques, eleven restaurants ... and eleven bars/lounge"; "a 9 1/2 acre waterside open-air facility situated on the Lucayan Strip"; "two generously stocked Straw Markets, two Craft Centres"; "roughly 12 miles from the Harbour/Cruise Port"

"Tiger Beach - departs from Freeport and visits the remote areas around the West End of Grand Bahama and Tiger Beach which is frequented by Caribbean Reef Sharks, Lemon Sharks and Tiger Sharks"; "Up to 4 dives per day (night dives not included), averaging 19-22 dives"; depth "25 – 130 ft (8m – 40m)"; "All dives are from the yacht"

"WORLD CLASS FLY FISHING EXPERIENCE ON GRAND BAHAMA ISLAND"; packages include "ALL AIRPORT TRANSFERS", "All inclusive meals and accommodations", "Daily Guided fishing", "Fishing equipment" and "all taxes & resort fees"; "Same affordable pricing all year round"

"WE ARE KNOWN FOR HAVING SOME OF THE LARGEST BONEFISH IN THE WORLD"; "average size of bonefish is in the 4+ lb range"; "We trailer our boats to make the most of the fishing and the weather"; publishes a 2027 package rate of $1961 per person double occupancy for 3 nights and 2 days fishing

"Located just off the coast of Grand Bahama Island, Peterson Cay is a protected National Park managed by the Bahamas National Trust"; a 1.5-acre park with snorkelling and diving over four reef zones

"Explore winding trails through lush vegetation, cascading waterfalls and sparkling fountains"; "the picturesque chapel, which has been consecrated and is a favourite place for weddings"; the island page gives 12 acres and a Christian labyrinth

"Popular beach with calm waters, beach bars, and a casual local vibe. Great choice for families and relaxed beach time"

"Since 1992, his conch shack has remained on the same spot, overlooking Taino Beach"; visitors come "for the conch burgers, the homemade hot sauce, or even the weekly live jazz on the beach"

the island's oldest town, 55 nautical miles from Florida, a "First-rate destination for bonefishing and big game fishing"; Tiger Beach liveaboards depart from Old Bahama Bay at West End

Carnival Cruise Line's destination "at Sharp Rocks, on the eastern coast of Grand Bahama Island", "officially opened and inaugurated on July 19, 2025, with the call of Carnival Vista"; designed for "two of the world's largest passenger ships simultaneously"; Cruise Hive: "20 miles east of Freeport"

the Ministry's December 2, 2025 release dated the parades Boxing Day, December 26, and New Year's Day, January 1, 2026: "Nassau's parades are the largest and most competitive, but Grand Bahama, Bimini, Eleuthera and Abaco host their own spectacular versions"

"The Happiest Hotel on Grand Bahama Island" on Sea Horse Road at Port Lucaya; "Three Pools"; Sabor Restaurant & Bar on site; "Book Direct for the Best Rate Guarantee" from "$150"; Port Lucaya Marina cites "over 185 rooms at the Pelican Bay Resort"

the dive shop at Bell Channel Inn: "1 DIVE $55 2 DIVE $95" up to "10 DIVE $310"; "LEARN TO SCUBA DIVE $120 CERTIFICATION COURSE $399"; resort classes "held daily from 9 a.m. till 12:00 noon" with "A 5-10 min. boat ride to the dive site"; Wreck Dive and Shark Dive specialties; hotel and dive packages by season

a dive centre inside Viva Fortuna Beach billed as "The shark capital of the Caribbean"; 14 mapped sites including Sharks Alley, wrecks and blue holes; 2-dive package $146, shark dive $240, snorkelling from $79, prices exclude 10% VAT; courses from age 8

"comprises 100 acres of natural beauty in the heart of Freeport"; "A 2,000 foot trail winds through through pine barrens, native and exotic coppice"; "Peak birdwatching season is from October to May"; "Acquired by the BNT in 1992"

"Full-Service Marina and Port of Entry": "Dockage for vessels up to 200 feet", "Customs and immigration clearance", "High-speed, triple-filtered fuel", "24-hour security", "Marina assistance on VHF Channel 16"; "Free ferry service for marina guests to Port Lucaya Marketplace and the nearby beach"

"a Beautiful and Budget-Friendly Hotel ideal for the whole family, couples or groups of friends"; "Our collection of 32 rooms" with the "Upstairs on the Bay" restaurant and the Caribbean Divers dive shop on site; King's Road, Freeport

"located off Midshipman Road, Freeport Grand Bahama on the third floor of Bell Channel Inn"; "7 Days/A Week - 7:30 AM - 11:00 PM"; "American Cuisine & Authentic Bahamian Island style food" with "fresh seafood dishes, made with locally-caught seafood"

at West End: "Hugger, Big Mama, and Dark Chocolate are just a few of the familiar faces that swim up to greet Keith and his guests during his routine meet-and-greets"

an inland blue hole in the Lucayan cave system "accessible only with authorized dive instructor" per the Ministry of Tourism

"Fresh water blue hole hidden in a vast forest of Caribbean pine", reached by ATV

"a dive spot famous for its vibrant coral heads in the shape of a painter's palette"

named by Port Lucaya Marketplace "for authentic Bahamian Island treats"

the on-site restaurant and bar at Pelican Bay Hotel, Port Lucaya

a membership resort: "Unlock the Ultimate Paradise with Taino Beach Resort & Clubs Membership"; site lists Flamingo Bay Hotel & Marina, watersports, a restaurant and weddings, and Interval International

"our famous Coconut & Fruit Daiquiri Stand" at Port Lucaya Marketplace