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GusMan
07-20-2004, 03:04 PM
Hey everyone!

Going to be doing a 3 day Cruise on the Wonder at the end of September as a part of a land/sea package. Can't tell you how excited my family and I are and cant wait.

Wanted to know if you have any sugguestions for Shore Excursions? It will be my wife and I, and my kids are 9 and (will be) 5 months. Wife and I know that for some things, we may just have to split up and thats ok.

Thanks in advance.
-Chris

Niwel
07-20-2004, 04:57 PM
It depends on how much you want to spend and how long you want to do it. Personally, I enjoyed the ship more than Nassau. ;) On Castaway Cay, you can rent water toys -- and the kids have their own program with the Castaway Club.
These would be my kid-friendly picks in Nassau:

Discover Atlantis (2-5 hours)
Immerse yourself in the legend of Atlantis during this exciting excursion. After a 35-minute historical harbor cruise to Paradise Island Ferry Terminal across from Atlantis, you'll be escorted to the resort to begin a guided journey through the attraction, Discover Atlantis. Home to more than 120,000 fish representing 150 species, this attraction re-creates the lost city of Atlantis while providing a fascinating look at life in the ocean's depths. Return ferry transportation is included and available until 5:30pm. After this time, you will need to take a taxi (additional cost) back to the ship before departure.
NOTE: This excursion involves extensive walking. Please wear comfortable shoes.
Adult Price:Â*$33 (ages 10 and above)
Child Price:Â*$23 (ages 3-9)
Departure Times: 11:00 am, 1:00 pm

Sunshine Glass Bottom Boat Tour (1.5 hours)
Want to get an up-close look at the beauty of a coral reef without getting wet? Then come aboard this glass-bottom boat, which will ply the waters of Nassau Harbor as the host points out sights around this historic port city before heading off to the area's protected coral reefs. Here, you'll have a fascinating view of a variety of colorful tropical fish, corals and other aquatic life. Weather permitting; you may get a chance to see a shipwrecked vessel, the Mahoney, on the far side of Paradise Island.
Adult Price:Â*$23.50 (ages 10 and above)
Child Price:Â*$16.50 (ages 6-9)
Departure Time: 10:30 am, 2:30 pm

Blue Lagoon Dolphin Encounter (4-7 hours)
You'll flip for this unique chance to interact with a friendly dolphin! After entering waist-deep water, a trainer will instruct the group on how to interact with these marine mammals. Then, you'll have the opportunity for a one-on-one encounter with a dolphin. Bring a camera to record this unforgettable experience.
Adult Price:Â*$113.50 (ages 10 and above)
Child Price:Â*$88.50 (ages 3-9)
Departure Time: 9:15 am

Stingray City and Blue Lagoon Combination Tour (4-7 hours)
Venture via boat to Blue Lagoon Island and Stingray City Marine Park. Visit an entire underwater "city" of Stingray for an exciting up-close encounter with these fascinating and friendly creatures. Hop in the water to meet and feed the stingrays before unwinding on the relaxing beach for a delectable lunch.
Adult Price:Â*$60 (ages 10 and above)
Child Price:Â*$33 (ages 5-9)
Departure Time: 9:15 am

Ardastra Gardens and City Tour (2.5 hours)
Discover the lush, tropical Gardens of Ardastra, where you can see the world-famous marching flamingos strut their stuff, feed beautiful lory parrots by hand, and view the largest collection of Bahamian land animals in the world. Then depart on a narrated city tour with visits to many of Nassau's historical points of interest, such as Fort Fincastle, Water Tower, the Queen's Staircase and many more.
Adult Price:Â*$36 (ages 10 and above)
Child Price:Â*$26 (ages 3-9) Children under three are free
Departure Time: 12:45 am

GusMan
07-26-2004, 07:22 AM
Niwel, thanks for the supurb details. I will be printing that out for when we leave for our trip!

Would anyone be able to share some of their personal experiences from the excursions?


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