Bimini
On the Bahamian beat
It isn’t just the impossibly neon turquoise water, or the seemingly unperturbed beaches that coyly dance with the waves that make Bimini so enticing. Sitting on the westernmost part of the Bahamian Islands, Bimini is the far less-visited port home to a decidedly more intimate and visceral heartbeat.
Beyond the quiet beach moments or the adrenaline-inducing shark dives, the three islands that unite to make Bimini are drenched in rich cultural history — where the conch is so fresh you taste the path from which you came, natural watering holes are rumored to have the power to heal, and nights end next to bonfires under star-kissed skies.
The Musts
What to do in Bimini
Swim with Stingrays
Meet and swim with Honeymoon Harbour’s stingrays
Guided Two-Tank Scuba Dive
Scuba diving in the reefs and wrecks of Bimini
Bimini Heritage and Cultural Tour
An interactive historical tour of North Bimini
Swim with Stingrays
Meet the friendliest fish in the harbor: stingrays. You’ll board a boat to cruise out to Honeymoon Harbour to swim with stingrays. Before jumping in the water, you’ll get professional instruction from the stingray pros. Interact with these amazing creatures by swimming alongside as they glide through the water.
Guided Two-Tank Scuba Dive
For two-tank certified scuba divers, this tour of Bimini’s reefs is the perfect way to use what your mama gave you (er, what you are certified for). With its direct exposure to the Atlantic Ocean’s relatively shallow reefs, Bimini is one of the most diverse aquatic destinations in The Bahamas.
Bimini heritage and cultural tour
Experience the island and its rich history with a tour through North Bimini via an open-air tram cart with the Caribbean wind flowing through your hair. A tour guide will take you through the history of the islands, while hitting 6 historical spots and famous favorites along the way.
Jet Ski Tour for Two
Beach Club at Bimini
On a Jet Ski for two, soar along the coast of North and South Bimini Islands. As you glide through the water on your own easy-to-drive Jet Ski, a guide will take you to old plane and ship wreckage sites, plus you’ll see mangroves and the gorgeous marine life that call these waters home. Never ridden before? No worries — your guide will show you how to use the controls and give you some tips before you head out — or just enjoy the waves from the rear while your partner does all the steering.
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- Soar to areas where overhead you can have a peek at different wrecks, reefs, and amazing marine life
- Ride along the the stunning coastline of North and South Bimini Islands
- With a two-seat option, grab the handlebars on your own Jet Ski, or ride the waves with a partner
- A guide will be on hand to take you to each aquatic destination
- Please be aware this Shore Thing is not wheelchair accessible
- This Shore Thing is not suitable for pregnant Sailors
- Sailors should consider their physical fitness level and medical history when determining whether this Shore Thing is appropriate
- The price per jet ski, for up to 2 Sailors
- This Shore Thing is weather dependent
- A change of clothes is recommended
- Gratuities are included
- This Shore Thing is considered 'daring' and not for the faint of heart. Sailors are reminded that they assume full risk and responsibility
- Maximum weight capacity is 500 lbs per jet ski
- All Sailors are required to wear a life jacket
- Consumption of alcohol prior to riding the jet ski is strictly prohibited
- All sites are subject to weather/water conditions and will be visited at the discretion of the tour guide
If you make a cancellation prior to the first day of your voyage and at least 24 hours (unless otherwise stated in the tour details) prior to the start of your Shore Thing, you will be refunded to the original form of payment after midnight Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the day of cancellation.
If you make another purchase prior to midnight EST, after canceling a booking eligible for a refund, the credit from the canceled booking will be applied to your new booking. Therefore, you’ll only be charged for the price difference between the canceled and new experience. If you have remaining temporary credit left on your account after you’ve made another experience purchase, the remaining credit will be refunded to your original form of payment after midnight EST.
If you cancel a Shore Thing during your voyage and are eligible for a refund, a credit will be applied to your folio and not to your original form of payment.
Please visit this link for more information regarding Shore Things terms & conditions.
Views-n-Blues Mid-Afternoon Cruise
Beach Club at Bimini
Picture this: the Bahamian breeze in your hair, music in the air, and sipping beer like you just don’t care (because it’s all included) — that’s what you’ll find on this mid-afternoon cruise through the Bimini waters. Watch as the sun starts melting into the ocean horizon aboard your sweet pontoon; all while enjoying local beer, rum punch, sodas, and chips.
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- Cruise along the Bimini blues on a pontoon boat — built to bring the chill, Bahamian beach vibes out sea
- Surround yourself in electric shades of turquoise water while cruising around Bimini's spellbinding coast
- Groove to the music while enjoying a selection of local beer, cocktails, sodas, and chips
- Exclusive to Virgin Voyages
- Please be aware this Shore Thing is not wheelchair accessible
- Sailors prone to motion sickness should take precautions prior to this Shore Thing
- Includes light bites & cocktails
- A donation will be made on behalf of your Shore Thing booking to our environmental and social impact charity partners
- This Shore Thing is weather dependent
- Gratuities are included
If you make a cancellation prior to the first day of your voyage and at least 24 hours (unless otherwise stated in the tour details) prior to the start of your Shore Thing, you will be refunded to the original form of payment after midnight Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the day of cancellation.
If you make another purchase prior to midnight EST, after canceling a booking eligible for a refund, the credit from the canceled booking will be applied to your new booking. Therefore, you’ll only be charged for the price difference between the canceled and new experience. If you have remaining temporary credit left on your account after you’ve made another experience purchase, the remaining credit will be refunded to your original form of payment after midnight EST.
If you cancel a Shore Thing during your voyage and are eligible for a refund, a credit will be applied to your folio and not to your original form of payment.
Please visit this link for more information regarding Shore Things terms & conditions.
Bimini Beach Cabana
Beach Club at Bimini
The Beach Club at Bimini is already a decadent experience—but for Sailors who are looking to take it up a notch or want a special beachside home-base for your crew, securing a cabana on the beach is the best way to do it. The beachfront cabanas are a stone’s throw from the turquoise Bahamian sea—complete with comfy day beds, coolers, and a variety of extra extras.
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- Each cabana comes with an adjustable double day bed and side table, 2 cushy beach chairs, drink cooler and coffee table
- Surprise and delight amenities
- Full day use of a private cabana
- Dedicated services teams
- Exclusive to Virgin Voyages
- First round of drinks are included (up to $100)
- Gratuities are included
- Head's up — the price is per cabana. Please book using only one (1) Sailor name per cabin
Wild Dolphin Safari in Bimini
Beach Club at Bimini
Twist, twirl, dive, do the robot, and watch as Bahamian dolphins follow suit. (Maybe the robot is a stretch.) Accompanied by a guide, you get to experience Bimini’s dolphins while honoring their natural space. Connecting with these curious mammals can be transformative and exhilarating. Remember, this encounter takes place on the animals' turf in their home environment — so while no sightings can be guaranteed, you are guaranteed to enjoy the alluring Bahamian surroundings.
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- Enjoy a relaxing day on the Bahamian waters where wild dolphins are known to travel
- Connect with these curious and playful marine mammals who often mimic human behavior by dancing and playing
- Dolphins are known to swim solo, in pairs, or in a pod of 2 or more
- When spotted in their natural habitat, you'll be given the green light when to jump in and swim with the dolphins
- Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed
- Please be aware this Shore Thing is not wheelchair accessible
- This Shore Thing is not suitable for pregnant Sailors
- Sailors should consider their physical fitness level and medical history when determining whether this Shore Thing is appropriate
- Masks, Fins & Snorkel Included
- This Shore Thing is weather dependent
- Gratuities are included
If you make a cancellation prior to the first day of your voyage and at least 24 hours (unless otherwise stated in the tour details) prior to the start of your Shore Thing, you will be refunded to the original form of payment after midnight Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the day of cancellation.
If you make another purchase prior to midnight EST, after canceling a booking eligible for a refund, the credit from the canceled booking will be applied to your new booking. Therefore, you’ll only be charged for the price difference between the canceled and new experience. If you have remaining temporary credit left on your account after you’ve made another experience purchase, the remaining credit will be refunded to your original form of payment after midnight EST.
If you cancel a Shore Thing during your voyage and are eligible for a refund, a credit will be applied to your folio and not to your original form of payment.
Please visit this link for more information regarding Shore Things terms & conditions.
Great Hammerhead Safari and Scuba Dive
Beach Club at Bimini
Bimini has emerged as one of the best places on the planet to encounter one of the ocean’s most amazing creatures—the great hammerhead shark. These elusive giants have evaded divers for years, but Neal Watson’s Bimini Scuba Center has access—and is the first and only operator in Bimini to offer this experience. Having learned the secrets from the locals who discovered this dive years ago, you’ll have the opportunity to scuba dive with these majestic sharks in the famed reefs and shallows.
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- Scuba dive with great hammerhead sharks around Bimini’s reefs and shallows
- Learn the secrets of this dive from the original divers who found it years ago
- Includes safety instruction, guidance and narration
- Available December through April only
- You must be a certified scuba diver to partake in this Shore Thing
- Dive gear is included — a guide will go over gear and equipment details before you splash down
- Due to the nature of this dive, all divers will be overweighted
- All divers are required to wear full-length wetsuits and cannot show skin — your guide will provide you one if you do not want to bring your own
- Proof of SCUBA certification is required
- Please be aware this Shore Thing is not wheelchair accessible
- This Shore Thing is not suitable for pregnant Sailors
- Sailors should consider their physical fitness level and medical history when determining whether this Shore Thing is appropriate
- Sailors prone to motion sickness should take precautions prior to this Shore Thing
- This Shore Thing is seasonal and may not operate on all voyages
- This Shore Thing is available December through April only
- Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed
- This Shore Thing is weather dependent
- Gratuities are included
If you make a cancellation prior to the first day of your voyage and at least 24 hours (unless otherwise stated in the tour details) prior to the start of your Shore Thing, you will be refunded to the original form of payment after midnight Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the day of cancellation.
If you make another purchase prior to midnight EST, after canceling a booking eligible for a refund, the credit from the canceled booking will be applied to your new booking. Therefore, you’ll only be charged for the price difference between the canceled and new experience. If you have remaining temporary credit left on your account after you’ve made another experience purchase, the remaining credit will be refunded to your original form of payment after midnight EST.
If you cancel a Shore Thing during your voyage and are eligible for a refund, a credit will be applied to your folio and not to your original form of payment.
Please visit this link for more information regarding Shore Things terms & conditions.
In the 1500s, Ponce de León visited Bimini in search of the Fountain of Youth.
Shore Excursions
Sapona Shipwreck & Shark Snorkeling
The first stop on this underwater safari is a dive with nurse and reef sharks in a controlled environment at Triangle Rock. The next stop, The Wreck of Sapona, is widely regarded as the most famous dive site in Bimini and is evidence of the island’s storied history.
Discover More Shore Things
So if you’re looking for the hustle and bustle of grand-scale resorts in other Bahamian spots like Nassau — the shipwreck-dotted, wild blue waters and conch shack-lined beaches of Bimini with its small-town feel won’t exactly be up your alley. But that’s by design. And it’s a good thing.
Barely 60 miles away from Miami, Bimini has emphatically prioritized environmental and cultural preservation — and in the process, cultivated a paradise oasis emblematic of the dreamy reputation of the Caribbean islands.
