Is 3 days in Bahamas enough?

With three days in Nassau, you'll have plenty of time to hit all the highlights, from colonial sites to beautiful Caribbean beaches, and still have time left over for a couple of island day trips. Here's how to make the most of three days in the Bahamian capital.



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Traveling to the Bahamas via plane is the fastest and most efficient method of travel, especially if you're planning a short trip for a day or for a weekend. And, depending on the island, it may be the only way to reach one of the 700+ islands in the Bahamas chain.

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For a family of four, the average Bahamas trip cost is about $630 per day. Overall, the total budget for a week's trip should be around $5500, considering the flight, transport, food, entertainment and souvenirs??. Without enough budget, creating enjoyable traveling memories becomes hard??.

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One of the most significant differences between the destinations is pricing. The Maldives is generally considered to be a more expensive destination than The Bahamas, with luxury resorts charging upwards of $1,000 per night.

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The best time to visit the Bahamas is from mid-December to mid-April, the country's peak season. Though temperatures here are great year-round (they rarely dip below 60 degrees), the islands fall within the hurricane belt, so hurricanes may be a factor between June 1 and Nov.

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So, Why Are The Bahamas So Expensive? The Bahama's remote island location makes things harder to import and export. The Bahamas does not have an income tax, so they rely on sales tax or VAT to support infrastructure.

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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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We've reviewed our advice for The Bahamas and continue to advise exercise a high degree of caution. Travellers may be victims of violent crime, including in resorts. Be aware of your surroundings and keep valuables out of sight (see 'Safety').

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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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Their beauty, amazing weather, and the fact that there are so many islands (700 in total) are part of what makes this tropical archipelago special. Picture: Couple lounging over the Bahamian ocean at Sandals Royal Bahamian.

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Downtown Nassau, Cable Beach and Paradise island are well well-policed and typically safe. As travelling in any unfamiliar area, common sense applies. Don't walk around at night alone, flash jewelery and cash, and if renting a car, keep your belongings out of sight. Be aware of your surroundings and use common sense.

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Hurricane season in the Bahamas runs from early June to late November. It tends to peak in the fall, especially in September. The months with the highest risk for hurricane activity are August, September, and October. The Bahamas is an island country in the North Atlantic Ocean.

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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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