Half Moon Cay (Bahamas) Cruise Port Guide: Snorkeling On Your Own Update

[@markweaver2188]

Your presentations are the best!

[@TheJellyBeans]

Thank you so much! We're glad you enjoy them!

[@jopiaspieder1184]

Been to Half Moon Cay that water is perfect for snorkeling..well okay the water is just perfect.

[@TheJellyBeans]

Couldn't agree more! Glad you enjoyed it as much as we did!

[@margavsd1]

Awesome! Thanks again for another informative video. How many days cruise to Half-moon Cay?

[@TheJellyBeans]

It really depends on where you're sailing from and the ship's itinerary. If you're sailing out of Florida or similar, it's usually only a day or two before you're at Half Moon Cay.

[@margavsd1]

@@TheJellyBeansok Thanks! yes departing from Miami

[@terriwalton3820]

Ok I'm directionally challenged. When walking from the entrance to the beach which way is South? Right or left?

[@TheJellyBeans]

No worries! As you're looking from the beach to the water, left is South and right is North. So, if you enter the beach from the "main" entrance near the island's Information Hut, the snorkeling is basically directly in front of you and just a bit to the left. This is the view you see in the photo at the 1:10 mark in the video. Hope this helps!

[@s.eilenberger2406]

Can sharks get in that area

[@juliannelaird43]

I have never snorkeled. I'm assuming you brought your own equipment. From where did you purchase your equipment, and was it cumbersome to pack?

[@TheJellyBeans]

We purchased mask/snorkel combinations from Amazon. We also purchased some snorkel vests to help keep the day relaxing. We packed everything among the shoes and miscellaneous stuff, so it was very easy to bring along.

[@vernoffvernoff8255]

Can you rent snorkels at the island?

[@TheJellyBeans]

Most cruise lines should have snorkel rental available while you're at the island. For example, Carnival offers a mask, snorkel, fins, and vest: www.carnival.com/shore-excursions/half-moon-cay/all-day-snorkel-gear-rental-420056