Central America & Caribbean
The Bahamas in April
Easter week is busy; the second half of the month is the sweet spot. The National Family Island Regatta sails in George Town, Exuma.
The straight answer
April is one of the best months of the year to visit The Bahamas. Easter week is busy; the second half of the month is the sweet spot. The National Family Island Regatta sails in George Town, Exuma.
- Weather
- Warm and dry, highs near 82F (28C), water warming
- Crowds
- 4 of 5
- Prices
- 4 of 5
What April is like in The Bahamas
April is one of the best months. Warm and dry, with highs near 82F (28C) and water warming up. Easter week is busy, and the second half of the month is the sweet spot. In late April, the National Family Island Regatta brings traditional wooden sloop races to George Town in the Exumas, and rooms there book up.
This month suits families, couples, snorkelers, and sailors. Seas are calm and the water is comfortable for kids. Book around Easter and the regatta if you want lower prices. If April doesn't work, May is just as good and a little cheaper.
Make the most of April
What is especially good about The Bahamas this month.
National Family Island Regatta
Bahamian wooden sloops race in Elizabeth Harbour, George Town, in late April. It is the Exumas' biggest week of the year.
Calm seas in the Exuma Cays
Spring's calm days are the best for boat trips to Thunderball Grotto and the sandbars.
Warmer water for kids
The sea warms up nicely, making beach days much more comfortable for families.
What to pack for April
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- A rash guard
- Snorkel gear if you have a well-fitting mask
- A light cover-up for sun protection
Our timing tip
Book George Town rooms months ahead if you want the regatta, or come after Easter week for the best mix of weather and price.
Book The Bahamas for April.
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- Hotels for April
Hotels. Expedia
Hotels in The BahamasOpens a hotel search for The Bahamas in April, dates filled in. Book early for the best months: the good rooms go first.
- Rentals on Vrbo
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Vacation rentals in The BahamasWhole homes, condos and villas. Usually the better deal for families and groups, with a kitchen and room to spread out.
- Tours and tickets
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Tours and tickets in The BahamasTimed-entry tickets, day trips and guided tours in The Bahamas for April. Popular slots sell out in the best months.
What's on in April
National Family Island Regatta
Late April
Traditional Bahamian wooden sloops race in Elizabeth Harbour, George Town, Exuma. The Exumas' biggest week; rooms book up.
Things to do in The Bahamas
Exuma Cays by boat
A day through the cays: Thunderball Grotto, the swimming pigs of Big Major Cay, iguanas on the cays, and sandbars at low tide. Calm-sea days in spring and early summer are the best.
Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park
A no-take marine reserve run by the Bahamas National Trust, reached by boat. Some of the healthiest reefs in the country.
Harbour Island's pink sand
Three miles of pink-tinged sand on the Atlantic side of Eleuthera, reached by a short water taxi from North Eleuthera airport.
Atlantis, Paradise Island
The mega-resort's water park, aquariums, and marine habitat. Day passes are available but limited; check before planning a visit.
Nassau on foot
Queen's Staircase, Fort Fincastle, and Arawak Cay's fish fry stalls for conch salad. Cruise-ship days make downtown crowded.
Andros blue holes
The largest Bahamian island is mostly wild, with inland and ocean blue holes, a huge barrier reef, and world-class bonefishing.
Beat the crowds
- Skip Nassau and Paradise Island in March if you are not there for spring break; go to Eleuthera, the Exumas, or Andros instead.
- Check the Nassau cruise schedule: downtown and Paradise Island beaches are packed on multi-ship days and noticeably quieter on light days.
- Book Exuma boat tours for the first departure of the day; the pig beach and grotto get crowded as the day tours stack up.
- Target the two value windows: late April to May, and early November to mid December outside Thanksgiving week.
Know before you go
- September and early October: some Out Island resorts, restaurants, and dive shops close for several weeks. Nassau's big resorts stay open year-round.
- Winter cold fronts can cancel boat tours and ferries for a day or two; build slack into an Exumas itinerary between December and March.
- The Abacos and parts of Grand Bahama were heavily damaged by Hurricane Dorian in 2019. Much has been rebuilt, but some properties never reopened; confirm current status before booking.
- Junkanoo nights (Boxing Day and New Year's Day) close roads in downtown Nassau and shift business hours around the parades.
The Bahamas in April, quick answers
Is April a good time to visit The Bahamas?
April is one of the best months of the year to visit The Bahamas. Easter week is busy; the second half of the month is the sweet spot. The National Family Island Regatta sails in George Town, Exuma.
What is the weather like in The Bahamas in April?
Warm and dry, highs near 82F (28C), water warming.
Is The Bahamas crowded in April?
The Bahamas is busy in April, though mornings and late afternoons stay workable.
What is happening in The Bahamas in April?
National Family Island Regatta (late april).
Keep planning The Bahamas.
The months either side, and the best one if this is not it.
Also at their best in April
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