Nassau is a lively port of call, and cruise passengers often have limited hours ashore. A little advance planning can make a real difference — especially when it comes to transportation. Pre-booking a ride helps you spend more time enjoying the island and less time working out how to get around after leaving the ship.
This guide walks through what cruise visitors typically need to know about transportation from the Nassau Cruise Port: pre-booking, where Taxi-98 can take you, private tours, and how to plan a scheduled return to the ship.
Can cruise passengers pre-book transportation in Nassau?
Yes. Taxi-98 accepts advance reservations for cruise passengers arriving at the Nassau Cruise Port. Pickup can be scheduled before your ship arrives, and return transportation back to the port can be planned at the same time.
Advance reservations give you a clear pickup time, help our team plan around your schedule and make communication easier once you are ashore. If you would like an overview of what is included, see our dedicated page on Nassau Cruise Port transportation.
Booking ahead also helps if you are traveling with children, seniors or a larger group — vehicle space, luggage assistance and timing can be planned before your day begins.
Where can Taxi-98 take cruise passengers?
Cruise visitors reach out for all kinds of Nassau days. Taxi-98 provides private scheduled transportation to a wide range of destinations across Nassau, New Providence and Paradise Island, including:
- Paradise Island
- Atlantis Paradise Island
- Baha Mar
- Cable Beach
- Downtown Nassau
- Margaritaville Beach Resort Nassau
- Nassau hotels and resorts
- Restaurants and local dining stops
- Private scheduled stops along your route
- Popular Nassau attractions
- Day-pass destinations
Every trip is arranged as private, scheduled transportation for your travel party — not shared transport.
Nassau Cruise Port to Paradise Island
Paradise Island is one of the most requested destinations for cruise passengers, whether it is a day visit to Atlantis, a beach day, or a private stop. Taxi-98 provides scheduled private transportation between the cruise port and Paradise Island so you can plan the day around your ship's schedule instead of trying to arrange a ride after arrival.
If you happen to be flying in on a different day, our LPIA to Atlantis Transportation page covers airport arrivals to the same area.
Cruise passengers visiting Baha Mar or Cable Beach
Some cruise visitors prefer to spend the day on the western side of the island. Taxi-98 can arrange private scheduled transportation from the Nassau Cruise Port toward Baha Mar and the Cable Beach area, whether the plan is a resort day pass, dinner or simply a change of scenery.
For travelers arriving by air on a separate trip, we also cover LPIA to Baha Mar Transportation from the airport directly.
Private Nassau tours from the cruise port
If you would rather see the island than head to one specific resort, Taxi-98 offers relaxing private Nassau tours for cruise passengers. Private tours are a calmer, more personal way to spend a day in port.
Depending on the tour you choose and the time available, a private Nassau tour can include:
- Historical stops around the city
- Cultural landmarks and viewpoints
- Scenic drives and coastal areas
- Local food and refreshment stops
- Flexible pacing based on your interests
Private tours work well for couples, families, small groups and repeat cruise visitors who want more than a standard drop-off and pickup.
Returning to the ship
The most important part of any cruise day is getting back to the ship on time. Nassau traffic, port activity and cruise foot traffic can all vary throughout the day, and no transportation provider can control every condition on the road or at the port. That is why cruise passengers are encouraged to build in comfortable buffer time before their ship's required return.
A scheduled return pickup can help travelers plan their day with the ship's required return time in mind. When you book, share your ship name, cruise line, port location and required all-aboard time so Taxi-98 can schedule a return pickup that fits comfortably within your available hours.
If you have questions before you sail, our Nassau transportation FAQs cover a few of the most common ones from cruise travelers.
Payment options
Pre-Booking Available • Major Credit Cards • Apple Pay / Tap-to-Pay • PayPal • Cash Accepted
Taxi-98 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Apple Pay / Tap-to-Pay, PayPal and Cash. Payment can be completed at pickup or confirmed after booking — whichever is more convenient for your day.
Planning your Nassau cruise day
Planning your Nassau cruise day? Pre-book Taxi-98 for private cruise-port transportation, resort transfers, Paradise Island transportation or a private Nassau tour.
Start with our Nassau Cruise Port transportation page, or head straight to book your ride. To get a quick sense of pricing, use the fare calculator. For a broader look at everything we do, see the full list of Taxi-98 services.
Have a smooth day ashore and an easy return to the ship.