Ships dock directly at the Resorts World Bimini Cruise Port on the northern tip of North Bimini — no tender required.
💡 Pro move: Currency is the Bahamian dollar, pegged 1:1 to USD — US dollars accepted everywhere.
Bimini has one dedicated cruise pier, opened in 2021 and capable of handling Oasis-class vessels.
| Cruise Line | Typical Berth / Arrival | Dock or Tender |
|---|---|---|
| Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, Virgin Voyages & others | Resorts World Bimini Cruise Port, North Bimini📍 | Docked |
Water activities dominate — from swimming with stingrays to snorkeling shark reefs and exploring a legendary concrete shipwreck.
Boat out to Honeymoon Harbor Beach to swim alongside friendly southern stingrays in shallow, crystal-clear water. Nurse sharks often appear too.
Find stingray tours →The SS Sapona — a WWI-era concrete-hulled freighter — partially sank in the 1920s and now sits in shallow water teeming with tropical fish and coral.
Find Sapona snorkel tours →Snorkel alongside Caribbean reef sharks and blacknose sharks at a managed reef site. Guides ensure safe, respectful encounters with these impressive animals.
Find shark snorkel tours →Explore the mysterious underwater rock formation off North Bimini — a natural geological feature that sparked legends of Atlantis. Clear, shallow water makes it easy to see.
Find Bimini Road tours →Cycle through Alice Town and Bailey Town past Ernest Hemingway's old haunts, the Dolphin House Museum, and local conch shacks. Bimini's fishing culture shaped American literature.
Find Bimini bike tours →Skip the excursion bus and spend the day on Bimini's white-sand beach or at the Resorts World pool with swim-up bar, lounge chairs, and clear Bahamian water steps from the ship.
Book a beach cabana →The Resorts World complex is easily explored on foot; reaching Alice Town and its local flavor requires a short taxi or golf cart ride.
From the cruise pier, walk south along the resort path past Kayak Beach to Fisherman's Village — a small marina with souvenir shops, a few restaurants, and great views of the harbor. Return via the tram or walk back.
🗺️ See full route in Maps →Alice Town is Bimini's original settlement. Walk King's Highway past the site of the old Compleat Angler (Hemingway's former haunt, lost to fire in 2006), the Dolphin House Museum, and local conch stands. Grab fresh conch salad before heading back.
Climate normals for Bimini Islands, Bahamas (2014–2023 averages). Pack for the month you sail — highs, lows, and how many rainy days to expect.
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Rainy Days | Sunrise | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 67°F / 19°C | 50°F / 10°C | 8 | 7:21 AM | 5:49 PM |
| Feb | 72°F / 22°C | 54°F / 12°C | 9 | 7:04 AM | 6:14 PM |
| Mar | 76°F / 24°C | 58°F / 14°C | 8 | 7:34 AM | 7:33 PM |
| Apr | 80°F / 27°C | 63°F / 17°C | 10 | 6:58 AM | 7:52 PM |
| May | 84°F / 29°C | 68°F / 20°C | 11 | 6:33 AM | 8:10 PM |
| Jun | 88°F / 31°C | 73°F / 23°C | 19 | 6:25 AM | 8:26 PM |
| Jul | 89°F / 32°C | 75°F / 24°C | 24 | 6:36 AM | 8:26 PM |
| Aug | 89°F / 32°C | 75°F / 24°C | 24 | 6:53 AM | 8:05 PM |
| Sep | 86°F / 30°C | 73°F / 23°C | 20 | 7:10 AM | 7:29 PM |
| Oct | 81°F / 27°C | 67°F / 19°C | 11 | 7:27 AM | 6:54 PM |
| Nov | 74°F / 23°C | 60°F / 16°C | 10 | 6:50 AM | 5:29 PM |
| Dec | 71°F / 22°C | 56°F / 13°C | 8 | 7:12 AM | 5:28 PM |
Source: Open-Meteo ERA5 (10-yr daily averages)
Transport options from the pier — taxis, shuttles, transit passes, and whether ride-share apps work here.
Local taxis wait at the pier and can take you to Alice Town (~2 miles away) or Radio Beach. Fares are roughly $5 per person to most destinations.
Complimentary tram runs every 15–30 minutes between the cruise pier, the Hilton casino, Fisherman's Village, and Paradise Beach. Does not reach Alice Town.
Four-seater carts rent for ~$90/day; six-seaters ~$120/day. Rentals available at the pier and are the most flexible way to explore North Bimini independently.
Short water taxi runs between North and South Bimini for passengers wanting to visit the shark lab or quieter beaches on South Bimini.
North Bimini is narrow and small — many spots are walkable from Alice Town. Bicycle rentals may be available locally for a low daily rate.
Upcoming cruises that call at Bimini Islands, Bahamas. Dates, prices, and ports of call change — always confirm with the cruise line before booking.
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