Bahamas Family Vacation Planning

Plan a family trip to The Bahamas with a local: calm beaches, boat days, kid-friendly activities and a night off for the grown-ups, sorted for every age

Your Bahamas family vacation should be fun for everyone, including the person who planned it. Finding beaches that are safe for little ones, activities teens won’t roll their eyes at and restaurants that work for the whole table takes hours of research. I bring the insider knowledge of a Bahamian who has called both Nassau and Harbour Island home, so your family lands with a plan that’s already sorted.

Tell me about your crew: toddlers, teens, grandparents or all of the above. I plan your family trip around nap times, early dinners and the adventures your kids will talk about for years, with a little time set aside just for the grown-ups.

Everyone gets one plan to follow, so you can spend less time deciding and more time on the beach together.

Plan your family trip
Family of four swimming in the Queen’s Bath tide pool in Eleuthera, The Bahamas

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Family trip planning is new for me, so here’s a sweet deal. The first family to book a trip before June 2027 gets 50% off my planning fee, in exchange for permission to share photos and video from the trip.

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Bahamas Family Vacation Ideas

Mix and match these into a trip the whole family will love.

Calm beach days

Shallow, clear water that’s easy for little swimmers, with shade, snacks and restrooms nearby.

Boat day & swimming pigs

A family boat day with snorkelling and a sandbar stop, or a day trip to swim with the famous pigs.

Horseback riding on the beach

Ride along the pink sand on Harbour Island, a favourite for kids and grown-ups alike.

Golf cart island tour

Explore Harbour Island by golf cart, with ice cream, pastel cottages and plenty of photo stops.

Teens’ night out

A safe, chaperoned evening of music and mocktails, so older kids get a taste of island nightlife.

Date night for parents

I can point you to trusted local sitters, then book you a dinner with a view for some time to yourselves.

Best Island for a Family Vacation

Nassau & Paradise Island

The most flights, resorts, restaurants and activities, plus water parks and boat trips. Best for busy, action-packed holidays.

Harbour Island

Small, safe and easy to get around by golf cart, with calm water and a pink sand beach. Best for a slower, relaxed family trip.

Both

Base yourselves in Nassau and add a day trip to Harbour Island or Eleuthera for the best of both.

Family Trip Planning Packages

Choose the package that fits your family, or send your plans and I’ll recommend the best option.

Custom Itinerary

$250

up to 4 days, one island

A day-by-day plan built around your kids’ ages, with my favourite spots, restaurants and getting-around tips. +$50 per extra day.

Group Trip Planning

from $500

up to 8 people, +$50 per extra person · 16+ custom quote

Your full family itinerary, reservations and activities coordinated for everyone, from grandparents to toddlers.

Island Insider Call

$75

just need a few local picks?

A 30-minute call to answer your questions and share kid-friendly picks, with a written recap after.

Add On-Island Support: WhatsApp help during your trip for changes and last-minute questions, $100 per trip. See all trip planning services.

How It Works

Tell me about your family, your kids’ ages and your dates using the form below.

I’ll reply with the best option for your family and a quote.

Pay a 50% deposit and I start planning. The balance is due when your itinerary is delivered.

Pack the sunscreen and enjoy your family vacation.

Planning starts at least 3 months before your trip. Travelling sooner? Send a last-minute request and I’ll let you know what’s possible.

Bahamas Family Vacation FAQs

Is The Bahamas good for a family vacation?

Yes. Calm, shallow beaches, short flights from the US and plenty to do on land and water make The Bahamas an easy family trip, whether your kids are toddlers or teens.

What is the best island in The Bahamas for families?

Nassau and Paradise Island have the most flights, resorts, restaurants and activities. Harbour Island is small, safe and easy to get around by golf cart, with calm water and a famous pink sand beach that kids love.

Can you help us find a babysitter or a chaperone for teens?

Yes. I can point you to trusted local sitters so the grown-ups get a night out, and I offer chaperone services so older kids can enjoy the island safely.

How far ahead should we start planning?

Start at least three months ahead, especially for school holidays, when family rooms, boat days and golf carts book up fast. Travelling sooner? Send a last-minute request and I’ll let you know what’s possible.

Do you plan multi-generation family trips?

Yes. Group Trip Planning covers up to 8 people, with $50 per extra person, and I plan days that work for grandparents, parents and kids alike.

Good to Know

REQUEST YOUR TRIP

Tell me about your family, your kids’ ages and your dates, and I’ll get back to you with the best option and a quote.

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Free Bahamas 101 Guide

Money, tipping, which island to pick, what to eat and the slang you’ll hear. Everything I’d tell my cousin before their first trip home.