5-Day Family Friendly Itinerary in the Bahamas

  1. Day 1: Aquaventure Waterpark
    20 minutes (10 miles) from Nassau

    Experience the thrill of the 141-acre water park which features waterslides, a mile-long river, and 20 swimming areas. The park also has a marine habitat that houses sharks, stingrays, and other sea creatures.

  2. Day 2: Ardastra Gardens, Zoo and Conservation Center
    20 minutes (5 miles) from Aquaventure Waterpark

    A 4-acre botanical garden, home to more than 200 birds, reptiles, and mammals. Visitors can interact with parrots and watch flamingos as well as feed South Pacific Lories.

  3. Day 3: Blue Lagoon Island Beach Day
    30 minutes (10 miles) from Ardastra Gardens, Zoo and Conservation Center

    A paradise beach escape where families can relax and enjoy the clear waters. The island offers water sports like kayaking, paddle boarding, and snorkeling. Kids can also interact with sea lions at Dolphin Encounters.

  4. Day 4: Pirates of Nassau Museum
    20 minutes (5 miles) from Blue Lagoon Island Beach Day

    A museum that brings Nassau’s pirate history to life with interactive exhibits. Visitors can board a replica pirate ship, hear pirate stories, and explore the museum's collections.

  5. Day 5: The Retreat Garden National Art Gallery of the Bahamas
    20 minutes (6 miles) from Pirates of Nassau Museum

    A lush and picturesque 11-acre garden with a variety of exotic plants, fruit trees, and a bird sanctuary. Adjacent to the garden is The National Art Gallery of the Bahamas. The gallery caters to all ages and showcases a wide range of Bahamian art.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Aquaventure Waterpark (6 hours, $150 per person)
  • Ardastra Gardens, Zoo and Conservation Center (3 hours, $40 per person)
  • Blue Lagoon Island Beach Day (4 hours, $70 per person)
  • Pirates of Nassau Museum (1.5 hours, $23 per person)
  • The Retreat Garden National Art Gallery of the Bahamas (3 hours, $20 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $303 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, add a visit to the Clifton Heritage National Park, where visitors can learn the history of West Africa and see the ruins of slave plantations. Another great addition would be a day trip to Exuma Islands to see swimming pigs and explore monument sandbars. If you have less time, consider skipping the Pirates of Nassau Museum and National Art Gallery of the Bahamas. Opt for a scenic island drive or snorkeling excursion instead.

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