How do I spend a week in The Bahamas?

Popular routes for a one week stay in The Bahamas:
  1. Nassau + Rose Island (day trip), Exuma (day trip)
  2. Exuma: Great Exuma, Big Major Cay, Staniel Cay, Stocking Island.
  3. Eleuthera + Harbour Island (day trip)
  4. The Abacos: Great Guana Cay, Green Turtle Cay, Elbow Cay, Man-O-War Cay.




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Low season, August to November, is best for budget travelers Fall is the cheapest time to visit the Bahamas.

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Violent crime, such as burglaries, armed robberies, and sexual assaults, occur in both tourist and non-tourist areas. Be vigilant when staying at short-term vacation rental properties where private security companies do not have a presence.

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Yes! Island hopping is easily done by air or by sea. Read on for our tips and don't hesitate to reach out to your hotel! They are your local expert and your best guide, and always happy to give you the inside scoop on how to get here and how to hop around.

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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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Hurricane season in The Bahamas starts June 1st to November 30th. A hurricane can appear in May, so the storm is not limited to those dates specifically. Researchers assess hurricane activity in the past 170 years to predict the severity of future storms.

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Hottest months: July and August (average 84 F) Coldest month: January (average 72 F) Wettest month: August (average rainfall: 6.2 inches)

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The wet season runs from June to November; the two wettest months are October and June. Although some days are wet and grey in the rainy season, showers usually pass quickly. The island has over 300 days of sunshine each year.

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The location of the Bahamas archipelago in the Atlantic hurricane belt means that the islands are subject to regular hydro-meteorological disasters including hurricanes, storms and cyclones which occur most frequently in the months of September, October, August and November.

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Before setting off to the Bahamas, know that it is the third most expensive country in the world to live in, according to a survey by Numbeo. If you're not staying at an all-inclusive resort, expect to be paying up to 10 USD for a beer and 18 USD for a cocktail.

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Seafood is a staple in the Bahamas. Conch, a large tropical mollusk (sea snail) with firm, white flesh, is the national dish of the Bahamas. Conch can be prepared in a number of ways: served raw with lime juice, raw vegetables and even fruit called conch salad.

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Even if you are coming from farther away, this island chain is worth the journey. “We have always been known for our beautiful beaches and weather; I'm glad that more travelers want to experience something even more valuable than that — the Bahamian people,” Kya Nguyen told Travel + Leisure.

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