Board a custom catamaran from Paradise Island and sail to Athol Island for guided snorkeling among coral ridges, then relax with a one-hour open bar on the return. Expect calm waters, abundant reef fish, and a 3–4 hour outing ideal for swimmers with moderate fitness.
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The catamaran slips out of Paradise Island marina and the harbor shrinks to a line of pilings; salt wind fills the sails and the Bahamas’ clear Atlantic unfurls in every direction. On this 3.5-hour outing you’ll glide toward Athol Island’s shallow reef, where coral ridges rise like submerged ridgelines and tropical fish curve around sponges. The crew anchors, hands out masks and fins, and the ocean dares you to dive in.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness—comfortable swimming ability and basic stamina for boarding and short swims.
Wildlife
History
Athol Island and nearby cays sit off New Providence, an area shaped by Lucayan settlement and later British colonial shipping routes that shaped Nassau’s maritime culture.
Conservation
Reefs off Nassau are sensitive to bleaching and anchor damage—use mooring bouys when offered, apply reef-safe sunscreen, and avoid touching corals to reduce impact.
Reserve your spot on the Nassau Sail & Snorkel Adventure with 1 Hour Open Bar today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Know the meeting point
Arrive at the Paradise Island ferry terminal near Margaritaville at least 30 minutes early to check in and confirm ship re‑boarding times if you’re coming from a cruise ship.
Swim skill matters
You must be able to swim confidently—snorkel time is about an hour in open water with currents and surge possible.
Protect the reef
Use reef-safe sunscreen and avoid touching coral or feeding fish to prevent damage and illness to marine life.
Bring ID and cash
Minimum drinking age is 18; bring ID plus a small tip for crew service and stow your belongings in a dry bag.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and reefs in strong tropical sun.
summer
Snorkel mask (personal)
A well-fitting mask reduces leaks and fog compared with rental gear.
Lightweight dry bag
Keeps phone, ID and cash dry while you snorkel.
Water shoes or reef sandals
Useful for boarding ladders and walking on rocky docks or shorelines.
summer