The Peterson Cay Kayak & Snorkel Tour is one of my favorites. Peterson Cay, one of the smallest National Parks in the Bahamas is one mile off the southern shore of Grand Bahama. The Bahamas National Trust manages Peterson Cay National Park and all other national parks in The Islands of The Bahamas.

Access to Peterson Cay National Park is by boat only, hence the Kayak portion of this tour. As you approached Peterson Cay your guide will lead you with extreme care so that you paddle through the shallow sandy areas away from coral reefs.

The snorkeling there is excellent. Clear blue shallow waters are perfect for people that are either not strong swimmers or first timers. While snorkeling around the coral and sunken rocks you will see schools of tropical fish, soft corals and sea fans.

After snorkeling you can relax on the beach, however there are very few shaded areas, so lots of sunscreen is recommended. A light lunch and refreshments are included in the tour, but you may also want to bring along some drinking water.

Before heading back to your kayaks for the 30-minute kayak back to shore any garbage that you may have had must be packed up. This helps to keep Peterson Cay and the reefs clean.

This tour runs every day except Monday and due to limited space is often sold out. I highly recommend you make reservations ahead of time at the Discovery Sun Tour Desk.