Skip the packed headline beaches and spend seven hours exploring quieter pink-sand coves along Bermuda’s coast. This beach hop visits John Smith’s Bay, Clearwater, Turtle Bay and Cooper’s Island with beach chairs, umbrella and time to swim, picnic and explore.
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The day begins at Dockyard, where the harbor hums with cruise whistles and the air smells faintly of salt and sunscreen. Small groups file into an air-conditioned vehicle and head east across the island, tides and trade winds dictating where the sand will be calm enough for swimming. The route avoids Horseshoe Bay’s cruise-ship crowds and instead drops visitors at John Smith’s Bay, Clearwater Beach, Turtle Bay and the shoreline trails of Cooper’s Island Nature Reserve.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
7 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires short walks on sand and stair-free access in most spots
Wildlife
History
Royal Naval Dockyard established Bermuda as a strategic Atlantic base; many east-coast coves were later used by military and space programs before conservation.
Conservation
Cooper’s Island is a protected reserve and fragile reef ecosystems surround many beaches — practice leave-no-trace and use reef-safe products.
Reserve your spot on the Bermudaful Island Beach Hop today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Coral and reef life are sensitive; use reef-safe sunscreen and reapply regularly in bright sun.
Hydrate and pack snacks
There’s a scheduled convenience-store stop but bring a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated between beaches.
Mind the surf and tides
South Shore can get rough; listen to staff about the safest swim spots and choose sheltered coves if unsure.
Plan transport around ferries
Hotel guests are advised to take the Hamilton–Dockyard ferry to avoid island traffic and ensure timely pickup.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects reefs and prevents sunburn during extended beach time.
summer
Swimwear and quick-dry towel
For swimming at calm coves and drying off between stops.
summer
Water shoes
Useful on rocky access points and for shallow reef areas near Turtle Bay.
Light windbreaker or cover-up
Bermuda’s winds can chill after a swim—useful in spring and fall.
spring