Depending on the number of ships, it can get to be crowded. Yes, there are other activities and official shore excursions at the island, but the only thing on your agenda should be enjoying the beach.
Rent a clamshell. There are very few trees on the island. Go snorkeling. However, we do love snorkeling and have seen fish and rays off the beach. We recommend bringing your own snorkel gear on the trip. They will run out of food before lunch officially ends. Consider eating a very early lunch and then going back to the ship for a late afternoon snack. Last Tender. One of the most common questions asked is: when is the last tender of the day back to the cruise ship? The answer is that it varies.
This is based on the itinerary route of the boat, tides, and which cruise line you are on. However, it is usually sometime between pm.
Sunscreen and water. The sun can be deceptively strong here. As with any other Caribbean Island, you should be using sunscreen and reapplying often. Also, consider bringing a collapsible water bottle to stay hydrated. Learn more. The private island of Little San Salvador , Bahamas, is a cay.
The cruise lines station a small group of seasonal employees on the island, however, Little San Salvador has an official permanent population of zero. Additionally, the saltwater lagoon that is almost completely surrounded by the island comprises another 1, acres.
Cruise ship visitors can only visit a small portion of the island. The island has almost 10 miles of beaches, but the main beach is about 2 miles long. There are several map boards stationed around the island but having this in mind can help you make the most of your time on the island.
Visiting the Beer Town of Bamberg, Germany. The work was due to start mid but has been delayed. The plans exceed the requirements laid down by the USCG in order to withstand even Category 5 hurricanes. Not all itineraries include Half Moon Cay as a port of call, so check the details before booking your cruise.
The island enjoys an average of days of sunshine each year and maintains warm seas and balmy temperatures tempered by sea breezes. The island has two seasons: a wet season from May to October and a dry season through winter and spring which coincides with the main months for Caribbean cruises. The northeast trade winds keep the island pleasantly fresh.
Hurricane season officially runs from June to November, but tropical storms most likely affect the Bahamas between July and October. The island has been affected by two hurricanes in the past: Hurricane Andrew in and Hurricane Dorian in Half Moon Cay is surrounded by shallow waters and reefs and there is no currently deep-water dock for the cruise ships.
It can take a while to get everyone ashore so the best advice is either to get up early and be one of the first in line or hang around enjoying a leisurely breakfast and relaxing until the rush is over. Plans have been approved by the Bahamian government for a new port and pier to be built. This will allow future cruise ships to dock and passengers can walk ashore.
The advantages are many. It will provide more time for passengers to enjoy the island and supplies can more easily be transferred ashore to stock the bars and eateries. Also, a permanent port will avoid any problems associated with rough seas which can affect ship-to-shore transfers by tender. One of the best features about the private island is the powder-soft white sand stretching around the 2.
It is nicer than some other private islands such as Princess Cays which has coarser sand and some rocky areas. There are plenty of lounge chairs and hammocks dotted around the island for relaxing, napping and absorbing the gorgeous views.
Surrounded by clear warm waters, the cruise line private island is perfect for swimming, snorkeling, and scuba diving.
Close to shore there are not much fish due all the visitors but you can join a boat trip to go snorkeling and diving in these clear warm waters. Other watersports activities that you can sign up for include parasailing, fishing, glass-bottom boat rides, jet skiing, sailing Hobie catamarans and sunfish sailboats, stand-up paddle-boarding, and kayaking. You can hire any of these watercraft from one of the three water sports centers available on the island.
Alternatively, hire water bikes for a fun time on the water or go kayaking at Bonefish Lagoon. Your cruise entertainment crew will organize some team games and fun activities while ashore so get ready to join an impromptu game. Half Moon Cay has a contrasting mix of green vegetation, white sand and blue sea. There are nature trails all over the island either on hard pavement or sandy trails. There are numerous native birds and waterfowl species in the Bahamas for birdwatching fans. There are at least 47 different species of birds spotted at Half Moon Cay between , according to a survey by Majestic Feathers.
The most common birds are gulls and waterfowl such as sooty terns, roseate terns, and noody terns. Other birds include wading birds such as egrets, ruddy ducks, herons and Caribbean coots. These can be spotted in the brackish lagoon which has been designated as a bird preserve by the Bahamian National Trust. Wonder of the Seas Completes Sea Trials.
Celebrity to Restart from U. Norwegian Breakaway Photo Tour. Royal Caribbean's Oasis Class Vs. Majesty Of The Seas - Video. Norwegian Getaway Photo Tour. Photo Tour of Regal Princess. Norwegian Escape Photo Tour. Harmony Of The Seas Boardwalk. Cruise Critic Tours Anthem of the Seas. Gavin Macleod - Capt. Norwegian Breakaway Video Tour See all videos. The new "Lobster Shack" is offered in addition to the island's usual complimentary barbeque. It serves up grilled spiny lobster with rice and Caribbean coconut beans and one of two salsas pineapple or sofrito.
While the cruise ship is docked, its cooks come ashore to operate the venue open between 11 am - 2 pm following a recipe developed in part with the line's partner Master Chef Rudi Sodamin. Lunch costs USD 20 per person. The new restaurant's inauguration was on Nov 11, during the MS Koningsdam 's inaugural cruise. The venue is casual, with a Tiki hut-style vibe and "no shoes, no shirt" dress code.
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