The Grand Bahamas Island is the property to the Lucayan National Park. This 40-acre park is just 20 miles east of Lucaya and Freeport, opened in 1982 and was founded by the Bahamas Countrywide Have confidence in. The park provides a glimpse into the exceptional normal beauty of the Bahamian ecosystem. The entire family can love the park guests might want to tour the park by hiking/going for walks, kayaking, diving/snorkeling or a blend of all 3. It is an exceptional practical experience for people to incorporate to their Grand Bahamas holiday, and entry is a low admission price of $3 for grown ups and kids.
Because the Bahamas Islands have comparatively flat terrain, the park may not be the greatest obstacle for the severe hikers having said that, the landscapes is worthwhile. As you wander the winding trails and elevated walkways, with or devoid of a tour guideline, you will see the organic natural beauty of the mangrove, palm and pine trees. You will discover the remarkable natural beauty of the dozens of exceptional flowers, ferns and even wild orchids, but if you are not a horticulturist do not fear since the park features experience much too.
For those who prefer a little bit of a do the job out while sightseeing in the park, you can guide a kayak tour. You can float your way by way of the reserve below the mangrove trees, and vacation the crystal clear calm h2o to Gold Rock Beach front. Some vacationers have referred to as Gold Rock Seaside the most wonderful beach they have at any time seen. Have a picnic, use the BBQ amenities or go for a swim. Just take your snorkeling equipment and enjoy the warm turquoise blue waters and check out the marvelous creatures that swim off the coral reef. This secluded seaside is a great spot to relaxation immediately after a day of kayaking or hiking. But don’t halt below simply because the park has more to present.
The highlight of the park is the underwater cave procedure. This technique is one of the largest fresh water caverns in the globe. There are around 6 miles of caves, caverns and tunnels that have been chartered. Divers are welcome in the caves, but in specified locations and only by permission of the Underwater Explorer Modern society (UNEXSO). For those on land you can examine two of the cave via a spiral wooden staircase that delivers you into the great, dim underworld. The h2o is composed of fresh h2o with substantially heavier layer of saltwater beneath. Footing for younger youngsters and those people with coordination challenge could want to refrain from this space.
Irrespective of whether you decide on to kayak, stroll or dive, this park is value the stop by. Invest the entire working day checking out the reserve or just a couple hours, possibly way you will be glad you came. This countrywide park is just moments away from your Bahamas holiday spot.
On a historic notice, The Lucayan Countrywide Park is named immediately after the initial inhabitants of the Island. In 1986, archaeologists discovered skeletal stays in the park, beach locations and in the caves.
