Blue Lagoon Island Tours and Tickets

Blue Lagoon Island (also called Salt Cay) is known for clear blue water and white sand beaches. This private island off the coast of Nassau in The Bahamas is a tourist destination for snorkeling and sunbathing. You can rent water sports equipment and play at an inflatable aqua park.

To get to Blue Lagoon Island, you can ride a ferry from the Paradise Island terminal, which is just off the coast of Nassau, or take a water taxi. The 25-minute ferry ride to Blue Lagoon Island passes through Nassau’s harbor and provides views of the shore and nearby islands.

The best time to visit Blue Lagoon Island in Nassau is from December to April. December is also one of the busiest months in The Bahamas, so expect to encounter the biggest crowds then. Check the Paradise Island ferry terminal schedule for departure and return times during your stay.

Blue Lagoon Island offers a variety of activities, including animal encounters. You can go swimming with dolphins, learn about stingrays and sharks, or get up close with sea lions. When you’re back on land, you can tour the island on a Segway or on a guided walking tour.

Yes, you can purchase a Bahamian lunch buffet with burgers, hot dogs, BBQ chicken, salad, and more. Some tours include lunch in the price of a tour package or cruise excursion, though alcoholic drinks are typically extra. You also can grab something to eat at a restaurant by the pier.

Yes, because Blue Lagoon Island is in a sheltered lagoon, the water is calm and great for young swimmers. Kid-friendly attractions include animal encounters, like swimming with dolphins, and an inflatable water park. You also can rent snorkeling gear, kayaks, paddleboards, and other water sports equipment.