Rose Island, Bahamas

Rose Island is a small island in the Bahamas that lies 3 miles east of Paradise Island, which lies directly off of New Providence Island. The largest mass of the island is made up of a shallow inland lagoon in the center of the island. Some parts of the island can have an elevation of up to 52 feet. The island has a thin peninsula which juts out east an additional 7 miles.

Rose Island is a nature reserve, comprising eleven acres of extraordinary beauty, winding nature trails and protected wetlands. There are many magnificent powdery white sand beaches fringing the island, crystal clear waters, secluded bays and abundance of coconut trees and lush vegetation. There are a wide array of activities on offer including fishing, diving, snorkeling, spearing, boating and kayaking.

Things to see and do

* Beaches
* Water sports
* Nature trails
* Wetlands
* Snorkeling & diving

General Information

Cruise Season – Jan - Dec
Currency – Bahamian dollar (BSD)
Language – English
Population – 0
Electricity – 2 perpendicular flat pins US style or with a round pin below
Time – GMT minus five hours
International Country Telephone Code – + 1 – 242

Transport Links – Rose Island is accessible by boat from Nassau (50 mins).