Can you island hop from Bimini?

Bimini is one of the best islands to include in an island-hopping adventure because it is easy to get to some of the other popular islands of the Bahamas, such as New Providence, from there.



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Undoubtedly, Nassau offers travelers a range of attractions, from the Queen's Staircase to Cabbage Beach. However, compared to Bimini, Nassau can also be bustling with people. Thus, travelers seeking a quieter destination with chill tropical vibes should seriously consider a vacation in Bimini!

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Andros. Andros is one of those islands that'll make it easy to disconnect from the seemingly pressing issues of life. This is the largest island of The Bahamas, and it is possible to get there by plane or boat from Nassau. It'll take 2.5 hours to get to Andros by boat from Nassau, but only about 15 minutes by plane.

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Mayaguana is one of the least visited islands in the Bahamas! It has around 200 full time residents, and any tourists that come have to fly themselves or charted a flight. The beaches are beautiful, untouched and pristine.

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10 Best Islands of The Bahamas
  • New Providence.
  • Paradise Island.
  • Grand Bahama Island.
  • Andros.
  • Harbor Island.
  • Cat Island.
  • Exuma.
  • Eleuthera.


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Referred to by many as the Big Game Fishing Capital of the World, the waters of Bimini have since been made world famous by anglers and divers. The Lost City of Atlantis and the Fountain of Youth are just some of the legends that are believed to exist in Bimini.

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This Bahamas beach is connected to two other beaches, Blister Beach and Spook Hill Beach. Also called Bimini Bay Beach, this stretch of soft, white sand and clear, calm waters has always been a great spot for swimming and sunbathing. Snorkeling is also a popular pastime here.

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In Nassau and Freeport, you can easily rely on public transportation or taxis. In some of the Out Islands, there are a few car-rental companies, but most rental cars are unusually expensive and in poor condition (the roads are often in the same bad state as the rental cars).

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Itinerary: Five Days of Fun in Nassau Paradise Island
  1. Day 2: Go Padding & Golf Scenic Courses. ...
  2. Day 3: Beach Hopping & Bahamian Nightlife. ...
  3. Day 4: Horseback Riding & Bahamian Food Tours. ...
  4. Day 5: Snorkel, Shop & Sunset Dinner Cruise. ...
  5. Let the Fun Begin!


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You wont' need a car for your stay. There are plenty of taxis, ferries, jitneys etc available for you. If you want to explore the island for a day, you can rent a scooter, or a car for 1 day. Driving in the bahamas is not easy.

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Taxis are completely reliable and safe. Just make sure it is a licensed cab, very obvious, and you can't go wrong. If you are still nervous, you can call various cab/driver companies; all hotels, restaurants, etc will have numbers to call.

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I would say the big difference is in the size. I would compare Freeport more to a larger city and Bimini to a small pretty laidback Caribbean Island. Night and day really imo. Bimini is MUCH smaller and has less in the way of shopping, dining, activities.

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  • Avoid Nassau's “over the hill” (south of Shirley Street) and Fish Fry (Arawak Cay) areas, especially at night.
  • Stay alert to your surroundings at all times.
  • Don't walk alone, particularly after dark.
  • Don't carry large sums of cash or wear expensive jewellery.


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Centrally located, Radio Beach, also referred to as Alice Town Beach, is a popular spot with reasonably priced drinks and food; Most beaches are free to use on Bimini; you may just want to bring some beverages and snacks should you visit some of the more remote areas.

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Bigger, with nicer beaches and higher elevation than low-lying North Bimini, South Bimini is nonetheless the quieter of the two islands.

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