Rose Island is a small, largely uninhabited island 6nm east of Nassau offering a dramatic contrast to the capital's commercial bustle , brilliant turquoise water, white sand, excellent snorkelling on the shallow reefs, and the first taste of the classic Bahamian out-island experience without going all the way to the Exumas. The south side anchorage is well-protected from the prevailing NE trades and northers. The island has a small beach club that is occasionally active. The Bahamian water clarity here is extraordinary , the anchor chain is visible in 4m of water. The tidal range of 0.8m causes a noticeable colour change in the shallows as the tide falls. Rose Island is a popular day-trip from Nassau for local powerboats , arrive on a weekday for maximum solitude.
Sequence a smart, multi-stop boating itinerary built around this location.