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Paradise Island Eco Tour: Semi-Submersive Glass Boat
4.8
76 Ratings
Paradise Island Ferry Terminal
Embark on a semi-submersive glass boat tour in Paradise Island, supporting a natural environment aquatic observatory and preserving the fragile underwater ecosystem. Explore Nassau Harbor’s history and discover the vibrant coral reef and marine life in the sea garden.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Paradise Island - All aboard Cay Island Tours! Something nautical and newfangled now navigates Nassau’s harbor, above the coral reef and when the seas allow, over an old shipwreck! We are talking about a seacraft that looks like a UFO (unidentifiable floating object) with its sleek, semi-submersive design and 10-by-7-foot-monocular view.
The vessels are European-crafted 37’ Lookers, are not just glass-bottom boats; guests get an underwater view with a fish-eyed monocular. The boat’s build includes the innovative underwater fin; a curved winglike surface that is designed to lift a boat in motion, by means of reaction upon its surface from the water through which it moves
We are proud to announce that this product is eco-conscious. Our guests view the delicate marine life without caging, catching, or contact, which allows the biodiversity of the reef to thrive as it was naturally intended to.
What's Included
- Bottled water, soft drinks, and beer included
- Complimentary dry snacks
- Visit to a shipwreck site
- Explore four coral reef stops
- Tour the Bahamas by boat
What's Not Included
- Private transportation
Additional Information
This journey is limited to a maximum of 20 participants to ensure a semi-private experience. We are honored to offer an experience that upholds the principles of environmental sustainability by promoting a natural aquatic observatory without disturbing the delicate underwater ecosystem. Our excursion starts from the Paradise Island Ferry Terminal, during which we navigate the historic Nassau Harbor while discussing the island’s rich history and current reputation. The tour continues westward to the sea garden where guests can see the coral reef and indigenous marine life.
Location
Paradise Island Ferry Terminal
Paradise Beach Drive
Guests are to check-in 30 minutes prior to their scheduled departure at the Paradise Island Ferry Terminal on Paradise Island and present booking payment verification and identification. The tour departs on time.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.8
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Pernell
Aug 16, 2024
Fun time on the boat with Captain Turbo and Marvin - Our departure time was moved up from 14:00 to 11:30 with an 11:00 check in time. I was informed of this a little after 10:00. We had to rush and get ready so that we could make it on time. Fortunately we were staying close to the pier so we got there a few minutes after 11:00 but with plenty of time to check in before departure.
It was a fun and informative boat ride/tour. My wife and I both enjoyed it.
Captain Turbo and Marvin were both very friendly, professional and informative. We were able to see quite a few interesting sights and landmarks plus take plenty of nice pictures. They gave us the option of jumping in the water at one point but there were only a few who were confident enough to do it. Feeding the fish and the birds was fun also. They had plenty of drinks available. They boat Oculus II was nice and clean and mechanically sound. I would definitely recommend this excursion to anyone.
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Z7194oidavec
Jul 27, 2024
Glass bottom boat fun! - This was a really fun excursion on our vacation. A.j. and Marvin were their names. I believe? They were fun, and teaching us all about the island, the history, different hotels, spots to see. Took us to a ship wreck which was very cool! Then took us out to see other things in the ocean. Then AJ asked if any of us wanted to join him in jumping in the ocean, out of a perfectly good boat, so I couldn't let him do it all by himself, so I jumped in! Lol. Gave me goggles, so I could see for myself, the beautiful seascape under us. Amazing! We recommend !Thank u AJ and marvin
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S9492ezmarka
Jul 9, 2024
Boat trip definitely worth your time - Captains Turbo, Marvin and Brandon were such a joy and so knowledgeable. They treated us to a wonderful two-hour experience we won't forget and highly recommend. They took us to a shipwreck, reefs and past the homes of the rich and famous while educating us on the rich history of the Bahamas.
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Waheedah_s
Jun 23, 2024
Glass Bottom Boat- the Best Tour in the Bahamas - Watching the professional crew take care of us and the boat. They made us feel safe and valued.
Learning about the Coral Reefs and how to protect them.
Watching and learning about the fish - viewing them through the bottom of the boat.
The history of Lime.
The Light House
Watching people swimming with the pigs.
OMG! The beautiful private Yachts along side us.
Breathtaking views and speeds you can not beat.
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Jesseh692
Jun 1, 2024
Captain Marvin and Captain Turbo Reign Supreme!! - This was by far the absolute BEST tour/excursion we did out of Nassau!! Captain Marvin and Captain Turbo were Amazing and full of very useful knowledge about the island and underwater eco systems, as well as several historical and meaningful landmarks! If we had taken this tour first we probably would’ve stuck with them for snorkeling adventures and any other tours they offer every day!
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H3474prryanb
May 25, 2024
Best Tour Ever - My wife and I wanted to do something really different on our 33rd wedding anniversary, as we have traveled all over the world celebrating this milestone, OMG never did we ever Imagine that a Glass Bottom Boat Tour would be our best Tour Ever. First mate AJ “Spider man” and Captain “Turbo” should be made official Bahamian Tour Guides trainers and advisers, this magnificent duo will forever be etched in the minds of our world wide yearly anniversary Tours inclusive of our 2 week European Tour, Alaskan Cruise and so many other places we have been. These guys are knowledgeable, funny, kind, cool, down to earth, we all felt like one big family out there, we definitely recommend this tour to everyone seeking a unique tour that will inform you with so much information that you yourself will feel like a born and bred Bahamian. Continue to soar Captain “Turbo” and first mate AJ “Spider man,” you guys made our anniversary super exciting and very memorable.
Ryan and Laverne Bethell
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643michaelag
May 20, 2024
Fun for the Whole Family - We had the best experience with AJ and Marvin. They were incredible! AJ had tons of information on the island and marine life. Marvin obviously enjoys his job and it was so fun to hydroplane.
I went for mothers day with my grandma, mom, and daughter (4 generations) and we all had fun. So no matter your age or boating experience this tour is for you.
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Stephaniepf3977kx
May 14, 2024
Great tour! - Marvin and Turbo were the best! Made our experience fun and very educational. Glass bottom was cool. Although we didn’t see any turtles on our watch the whole trip was so much fun it didn’t matter!
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Yaneli_v
Apr 23, 2024
Best experience ever!! - Was the most wonderful time in all my stay in Bahamas ..
Thank you to the capitán you both are the best .
Thank you for making our day so special .
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Aroldo_r
Jul 24, 2024
Fun in a degraded ecosystem - The 2 captains (I believe their names were Turbo and his partner (not sure of name, Mark? Brian?). They were fun, knowledgeable, courteous. If the tour had been advertised as a tour of the island, I would give it 5 stars. But the “glass bottom” leads one to believe that one would see the fauna under water. If that was ever the case, greed by large corporations has made it impossible. The environmental destruction of the area is abysmal, disguised as “improvement of facilities.” Royal Caribbean is destroying acres of vegetation to build recreation facilities for its customers (as if their cruise ships did not caused enough mayhem). As for Atlantis, it has had the nerve to bankrupt its competition and leave its facilities (former Mediterrane) to rot by the shores of the bay… With all that, the local population, trying to make a living based on the natural resources of THEIR country, are left having to improvise. At that Captains Turbo & Mark/Brian do an excellent job and make the experience worthwhile !!!!
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