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Blue Lagoon Island Beach Day Overview

Take a day to escape the crowds and enjoy the sand, sun, and water of Blue Lagoon Island. This pristine island away from the crowds has everything you need to forget the hustle and bustle of the world and to relax with family and friends.

Blue Lagoon Island, located three miles from Nassau, Bahamas, is a private island. Centuries ago, the island was a salt marsh that attracted pirates and privateers. They would cull the salt from the lagoon and use it to preserve their food. They would also use the island as a rest stop while waiting for permission to proceed to Nassau Harbor. In the early 1900s, the salt marsh was dredged, palm trees were planted, and the island became a paradise garden. Privately owned, the island saw few visitors and was left to flourish under the Caribbean sun.

Your visit to Blue Lagoon Island will begin with a cruise from Nassau Harbor to the Blue Lagoon beach. Scattered along the beach are hammocks, beach chairs, and picnic tables. The island is a great place for quiet walks among the native palm trees, home to a variety of tropical birds. Hidden in the middle of the island is another beautiful lagoon. The island also features volleyball and basketball courts. The water around the island is crystal clear and warm. If you want to go out into the water, you are welcome to use any of the floating tubes and mats on hand. Many aquatic animals call the water around Blue Lagoon Island home, including sea turtles and colorful fish. In the middle of the day, there will be a complimentary BBQ-style lunch prepared.