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Top 10 Best Things To Do in North Eleuthera

Looking to plan your next vacation to Eleuthera? Here are your MUST DOs for any trip to North Eleuthera. Curated by Eleutheran company Freedom Concierge Services to help you get the most out of your trip. North Eleuthera is home to some of the most iconic scenes on Eleuthera, and connects to Harbour Island, Spanish Wells, and Current Island. Make sure to check them all off your bucket list on your next trip to the island.

GLASS WINDOW BRIDGE

One of the most iconic views of Eleuthera and The Bahamas, shown around the world. Breathtaking panoramic views of the calm Bight of Eleuthera & the Atlantic Ocean. It is just two miles east of Upper Bogue and joins Gregory Town and Upper Bogue at the narrowest point on the island.

Queens Bath

QUEEN’S BATHS

A secret treasure from Mother Nature, with it’s natural salt water baths. Just .6 miles south of The Glass Window Bridge, these natural pools were formed over the years through erosion of the rocks by the dramatic crashing waves of the Atlantic Ocean.

PREACHER’S CAVE

Discover Eleutherian history by exploring this cave. You can visit this site, explore and even have a picnic at the lovely white sandy beach nearby. Discovered by William Sayle and a group of Christians seeking religious freedom from Bermuda, now referred to as “The Eleutheran Adventures.”

Saphire Blue Hole, The Bluff

SAPPHIRE BLUE HOLE

Take a dive in this “dreamy blue” blue hole, located just minutes away from Preacher’s Cave

HORSEBACK RIDING

What better way to start a real adventure than a horseback ride on the renowned Pink Sands Beach

TURTLE FEEDING

Want an experience of a lifetime? The answer, feed and swim with the turtles!

SNORKELING

Snorkel reefs & wrecks and reveal the wonders that await you, under the sea.

SWIMMING PIGS

You don’t want to miss a chance to swim, feed, & play with the adorable “famous swimming pigs”. Take a boat trip around the island stopping off at secluded beaches, snorkel picturesque reefs and take a selfie with the piggies! Swimming with pigs is a must-do when visiting Eleuthera on vacation!

FISHING

Whether you’re a pro or an amateur, or you’re looking for fun or food you’ll definitely be in for a catch when you go fishing. From bonefishing to reef/offshore fishing for tuna, wahoo, grouper and snapper, Eleuthera has it all.

CULTURAL EVENTS

Attend a homecoming, fish fry, regatta or Junkanoo to get a true Bahamian experience; food, music, dancing, art and more!

Freedom Concierge Services delivers exceptional services as we are experienced in the tourism industry for more than 16 years. Specializing in providing personalized services that will meet your needs while visiting with us on the island of freedom, Eleuthera.

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December 1, 2022
Snorkelling The Islands Of The Bahamas
Snorkelling The Islands Of The Bahamas

Snorkelling the waters of The Bahamas is a fantastic way to experience adventure for all ages.

Just be mindful of a few things when going out at all times.

Written by: Rea Bethel

Photographs by: Rea Bethel and Janet Simonson

Tips & Rules
- Number 1 rule, use the buddy system at all times, NEVER GO OUT ALONE. If in a group be aware of everyone’s ability and appoint one member of the group to keep track of the entire group.
- Do not stand on the actual reef. It can cause reef damage. If you need to stand, find a sandy spot on or near the reef.
- Corals are living animals. We need to protect and preserve them. Do not break off pieces of coral to take home with you.
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Image by Tammy616
- Do not touch the reef with bare hands to stabilize yourself while taking footage unless wearing gloves. Find a secure rock underside to hold onto.
- If any trash is spotted on the reef, carefully remove it. If you can take it back to shore dispose of it properly.
- If a shark is spotted. Swim to shore calmly. Stop, wait, and watch to see which direction the shark goes and continue on. NEVER panic.
- Avoid wearing anything silver or shiny while snorkelling, take it off before going into the water. Mature barracudas are attracted to shiny objects. If you have forgotten to take off jewelry beforehand and you spot a barracuda that is starting to follow you, swim calmly back to shore and take it off. Do not attempt to take it off while in the water. Depending on how you feel, snorkelling can be resumed.
- To prevent your mask from fogging while in the water. Prior to snorkeling use saliva, baby shampoo, or specifically designed mask sea drops. Do not rinse out entirely, fogging will occur.
- For a perfect fit do a dry seal test with your mask. To do this place the mask against your face and create a seal by breathing in, make sure it sticks. The goal is to make sure you have a perfect seal that is not too loose nor too tight. A poor fit will create an unpleasant snorkel. If your snorkel has a leak valve make sure it’s not broken for that too will create an unpleasant snorkel. If it is broken, do your best to find a working one.
The Sugar Wreck – strmko

The Bahamas has some of the best places to have an underwater adventure including snorkelling trips around some of our amazing national parks and reserves such as: Exuma Cays Land & Sea Park

Learn more about snorkelling adventures from the Bahamas National Trust who are in charge of the national parks around The Bahamas.

Most of all have fun and enjoy the beauty of
our reefs!

Abiding by the guidelines above will help in the protection and recovery growth of the reefs. Thank you!

In tribute to Fritz, snorkel enthusiast extraordinaire.
May 27, 2022