A quality outfitter offering a seven-hour "Blue Hole Snorkeling Safari", which explores the marine life of blue holes off the eastern end of Grand Bahama, followed by a barbecue lunch on a deserted cay. Group size is limited to eight. Adults US$85, kids $35. East End Adventures phone 242/373-6662.

Paradise Cove at Deadman's Reef phone 242/349-2677. Twenty minutes away on a secluded beach, a place to snorkel over lush reefs, float in a glass-bottomed kayak or relax on the sand. A snack bar and grill serves tasty beach food as well. Includes transport to and from your hotel, lunch and equipment usage. US$30, kids $23.

Superior Water sports phone 242/373-7863. Uses a large motorized catamaran for hour-long snorkeling trips along Treasure Reef, departing four times daily. Another catamaran departs daily at 11am for a five-hour "Robinson Crusoe Beach Party", including 90 minutes of snorkeling followed by a full buffet lunch and volleyball on a deserted beach. US$59, kids $39.