Zip 49 miles across the Gulf Stream from Port Everglades to Bimini aboard a fast ferry and spend the day at Hilton Beach Club. This split-cruise option lets you sail one day and return another while enjoying beach access, reef snorkeling and on-board comforts.
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You step onto the ferry at Port Everglades as the harbor smells faintly of diesel and salt; the boat slips away and the ocean opens, a wide, crystal-blue highway.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–10 hours (single-day typical; split-return varies)
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires basic mobility for boarding, short beach walks and light stairs.
Wildlife
History
Bimini has a strong fishing heritage and a Prohibition-era rum-running past; it’s also linked to literary visitors and sportfishing lore that shaped its tourism.
Conservation
Reef health is fragile—use reef-safe products, avoid touching coral and support operators that follow Bahamian marine-protection rules.
Reserve your spot on the Split Cruise To Bimini & Free Transportation! today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring your passport
You pass through Bahamian customs on arrival and re-entry to the U.S.; bring a valid passport and have it accessible.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Apply biodegradable sunscreen before snorkeling and avoid lotions that damage coral and marine life.
Plan for sun and wind
Bring a wide-brim hat and a light wind layer for the crossing—sun can be intense and the ferry is breezy.
Confirm your split-return date
If using the split option, double-check return availability and times to avoid being stranded on preferred dates.
Valid passport
Required for entry into the Bahamas and re-entry to the U.S.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects you from sun and protects coral while snorkeling.
summer
Light wind layer
Keeps you comfortable during the breezy crossing and cool evenings.
spring
Water shoes or reef sandals
Useful for rocky shoreline landings and reef entry/exit.
summer