This page sets out our most up-to-date policies and information regarding Coronavirus / COVID-19 pandemic and it’s affect on our tours. Scroll to the bottom of this page for Official Bahamas Government Travel Information.
Updated 15 Jan 2021
Bahamas Government official Tourism reopening information page: bahamas.com/tourism-reopening
All tours, bookings and reservations remain subject to our Booking Terms and Conditions. See sections 3 (Cancellations), 6 (Force Majeure) and 10 (Fitness to Travel).
We encourage all customers to have Travel Insurance to cover irrecoverable cancellation costs.
Each Customer and Passenger will have a Waiver to sign, this includes notice that Bahamas Air Tours or any of our Partners cannot be held responsible or liable for catching Coronavirus/COVID-19 on any of our Tours or Services. Customers accept there is a high risk of catching the virus despite all mitigating procedures that we put in place such as increased cleaning.
Any Customer with symptoms of COVID-19, or has been requested by authorities to self-isolate due to exposure with an infected person, must not travel on our tours.
There are Temperature checks for Customers. Should you have a high temperature you maybe denied boarding.
All tourism entities within the Bahamas must have in place Government approved health and safety guidelines to receive Clean & Pristine certification.
Please ensure everyone in your group brings their face mask or face covering for the day trip. These must be worn when social distancing is not possible.
Our partners and operators have in place the following protocols and guidelines:
For all official government information please visit: Bahamas Government information page and for all FAQ’s about reopening.
The Bahamas has remained diligent in its efforts to minimize the spread of COVID-19 throughout the islands, and these measures are imperative to ensure that remains the case. The health and wellbeing of both residents and visitors remain the number one priority of public health officials. It is important to note, however, that due to fluidity of the COVID-19 situation, both in The Bahamas and worldwide, protocols are subject to change.
Below is the most recent synopsis:
New Protocols Effective 1st November 2020:
Prior to Travel:
1. COVID-19 RT-PCR Test
2. Bahamas Health Travel Visa
Upon Arrival
1. Comply with Monitoring Protocols:
2. Rapid COVID-19 Antigen Testing (if applicable):
Notwithstanding any health restrictions that may be implemented from time to time, all travelers abiding by these new protocols will be permitted to move about and explore the beauty and vibrant culture of The Bahamas beyond the confines of their hotel or other accommodations.
The cost of the rapid tests on and after arrival will be included in the cost of the visa.
The rapid tests are easy, quick and will yield results in 20 minutes or less with results being provided electronically.
Many hotel properties will provide relevant information on testing arrangements, while others will facilitate the required rapid test for their guests.
All persons on yachts and other pleasure craft will be able to make arrangements for their required rapid tests at the port of entry or via the relevant website.
All other visitors, returning residents and citizens will be able to make arrangements for their required rapid tests at the port of entry or via the relevant website.
Inter-island Travel
Electronic Health Visa Applications & Requirements:
Temperature Screening & Face Mask Requirements:
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