Getting to Bahamas By Air - There are approximately 57 airports throughout The Bahamas. Twenty-four of these airports are official Ports of Entry.

 

Getting To Bahamas By Sea - There are several cruise ship lines that visit ports in The Bahamas. 

 

• Cruise Ferry - Due to the islands’ close proximity to Florida, there are two cruise ferries that do day-trips as well as overnight trips – one from South Florida to Nassau/Paradise Island and one to Grand Bahama Island.

 

• Private Boat - Visiting boaters must clear Customs and Immigration at the nearest designated Port of Entry. As you enter port, fly the yellow quarantine flag and notify Customs of your arrival. Customs and Immigration will come to your vessel.

  Cost of entry for vessels up to 35 feet is US $150 and US $300 for vessels over 35 feet.

 

Getting Around Bahamas - Rental cars, equipped for left-hand driving, are available on every island. Rental car facilities are often located at hotels and at airports. Renting a car is a convenient way for you to explore more of the island on your own time. 

 

Car Rental Companies

• Hertz

• Avis

• Budget

• Dollar

• Thrifty

• National

• Almo

 

Public transportation - Service (referred to as jitneys) is available on several of the major islands, such as Nassau/Paradise Island and Grand Bahama Island. Service is generally from early morning (about 6:30 a.m.) until about 7:00 p.m. Fares vary, depending on the route, and exact change is required. Bus stops are marked. The basic fare is $1.25 per person. Out of town zones in New Providence could cost up to $2.25.

 

Local Ferries - Most islands have a local ferry service to shuttle travelers (and locals) to and from neighboring cays and harbors of the main island, and sometimes between two different island groups. They are known as water taxis, and provide a fun and convenient way to island hop. Prices and schedules vary from island to island, but what remains constant is the opportunity to ride on many types and sizes of boats skippered by a variety of Bahamian personalities.

 

Taxis - You can call a taxi or flag one down on the street in the major islands. Taxi stands are also conveniently placed at most hotels and at airports. Although metered rates vary by island, they are reasonable and are fixed by law.