The Bahamas - The Sharks & Dolphins of South Bimini

Tour Code: BHS01

A 9-day holiday to the Bahamas, including the opportunity to snorkel with an exciting array of shark species – and other marine-life – all while enjoying beautiful beaches and directly contributing to shark conservation.

We hope to run this tour in the future, but have not yet finalised dates and prices. To be added to a waiting list and be informed when details are confirmed, please click on the register interest button, or phone 01962 733051.
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Highlights

Summary

Summary

On this pioneering holiday to the sun kissed island of South Bimini in the Bahamas, we will have the opportunity to work with leading shark scientists and swim with up to eight species of these fascinating creatures. Great Hammerhead, Lemon, Nurse, Bull and possibly Tiger are among the species we hope to see with varied snorkelling sessions also including the chance to get in the water with Atlantic Spotted Dolphins, Green Turtles, Eagle Rays and a range of other marine life in the crystal clear, warm waters. We will learn about the marine life here along the way, directly contributing to shark conservation while enjoying the beautiful beaches and relaxed island life.

  • Seven nights on Bahamian island of South Bimini, with white sandy beaches and the clearest water in the world
  • Get close up with a wide range of shark species
  • Directly help in shark conservation by helping to catch and tag sharks
  • Snorkel with Caribbean Reef Sharks, Great Hammerheads, Lemon, Nurse, Blacktip, Bull and possibly Tiger Sharks
  • Wonderful range of other marine life, including Eagle Rays and Green Turtles
  • Swim with Atlantic Spotted Dolphins
  • Snorkel over teeming coral reefs
  • Plenty of time to relax on the beach!

The Bahamas are made up of over 700 beautiful islands scattered over 100,000 square miles of the Atlantic Ocean. Boasting pristine, white sandy beaches and the clearest waters on the planet, this archipelago is legendary amongst snorkelers and divers. Following a night in Miami, we will be based for seven nights on the tiny, picturesque island of South Bimini, which lies just 50 miles off the coast of Miami. Here we will have the unique opportunity to accompany researchers and snorkel with a diverse range of shark species, including Caribbean Reef, Nurse, Lemon, Blacktip, Great Hammerhead, Bull and even Tiger Sharks. Of course there will also be time to relax on the beaches, explore the island, and go diving for those who wish to do so.

Sharks, as apex predators, are vital for the survival of healthy marine ecosystems, but they are sadly being lost at an alarming rate. We will learn about these species and enter the calm, warm waters to snorkel with Caribbean Reef Sharks and the legendary Great Hammerhead, float over the wreck of the SS Sapona, which teems with stingrays and beautiful corals, and watch juvenile Lemon Sharks leave their mangrove nurseries. Other snorkelling sites may hold Eagle Rays and Nurse, Bull and even Tiger Sharks, while swimming with Atlantic Spotted Dolphins is another special experience we will aim to achieve. Offshore, we will assist with catching and tagging sharks, and we will even have the opportunity to see some species close up as we contribute directly to cutting-edge conservation.

Our apartments are close to the beach and there will be ample time in which to relax and enjoy the tranquillity of this special place. We can take walks to find the island’s Burrowing Owls and other wildlife, while those who are qualified may wish to go scuba-diving on the scheduled rest day. After a week of world-class snorkelling, truly unique experiences and relaxation, we fly back to Miami and onward to the UK.

DETAILED INFORMATION
Itinerary

Outline Itinerary

Day 1
Fly to Miami. Overnight
Day 2
Fly to South Bimini
Day 3/8
Activities on South Bimini
Day 9
Fly to Miami
Day 10
Arrive London
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What's Included

What's Included?

  • Flights
  • Accommodation:

    On Bimini we will use local apartments. Private facilities will be available on request. Please see the detailed itinerary for more information.

  • Food:

    All food included in the tour cost except dinner in Miami on the first night and while in transit on the final day.

Why Naturetrek?

Why Naturetrek?

At Naturetrek we craft expertly-guided group and tailor-made wildlife holidays and cruises to all seven continents. On one of our holidays, you can be assured that our passionate team will enable you to experience and enjoy the best of the world's wildlife and natural spectacles in as comfortable and rewarding a manner as possible, caring as best we can for the environment in the process. We are proud to provide:

  • The widest choice of wildlife holidays worldwide
  • Tours managed and led by naturalists, for naturalists
  • Outstanding value and exceptional customer service

Furthermore, as a Naturetrek client, our office team are always to on hand to help you – so if you have any queries about your holiday, whether before or after you have booked, we will be delighted to answer them on the phone. Please just give our team a call!