Honeymoon Harbour

The Stingray Experience

The southern stingrays at Honeymoon Harbour have been fed by visiting boaters for decades, creating a population of rays remarkably comfortable around humans. Anywhere from three to fifteen stingrays typically gather to greet arriving boats, swimming directly to visitors as they wade into the shallow water.

The experience takes place in water just three feet deep with a sandy bottom, making it accessible for children and non-swimmers who can stand comfortably while interacting with the rays. Visitors can touch and pet the stingrays, which are harmless as long as you avoid stepping on them — shuffling your feet as you walk alerts them to your presence.

Tour Options and What to Expect

Most visitors reach Honeymoon Harbour on organized excursions departing from Alice Town or Resorts World Bimini. Tours typically begin with a catamaran or powerboat ride of approximately 20 minutes, followed by two to three hours at the harbour for stingray interaction, swimming, and relaxation on the sandbar.

Operators provide squid or fish for feeding the rays, and guides offer instruction on how to safely interact with the animals. The shallow, calm conditions and clear water make Honeymoon Harbour ideal for underwater photography, with GoPros and waterproof cameras capturing memorable encounters.

The Setting and Surroundings

Honeymoon Harbour occupies a small anchorage at Gun Cay's northern end, where the historic 1836 lighthouse rises from the uninhabited cay in the background. The harbour's protected position creates calm conditions even on days when wind affects other Bimini waters.

Beyond the stingrays, the area offers excellent snorkeling over patch reefs, and many tours combine Honeymoon Harbour with stops at the SS Sapona shipwreck or other southern Bimini sites. The sandbar itself provides a place to beach and wade, though there are no facilities on the uninhabited cay.

Getting there

Honeymoon Harbour is accessible only by boat, with organized tours departing regularly from Alice Town and Resorts World Bimini. The boat ride takes approximately 20 minutes. Tours typically last two to three hours including travel time. Private yacht crews can anchor in the protected harbour directly.

Frequently asked questions

Are the stingrays at Honeymoon Harbour safe?

Yes, the southern stingrays at Honeymoon Harbour are accustomed to human interaction and are not aggressive. As with all stingrays, visitors should shuffle their feet when walking to avoid accidentally stepping on a ray. Tour guides provide safety instructions before entering the water.

Can children do the Honeymoon Harbour stingray tour?

Yes, Honeymoon Harbour is ideal for children. The water is only about three feet deep with a sandy bottom, allowing kids to stand comfortably while the stingrays swim around them. The calm, protected conditions make it one of the most family-friendly wildlife encounters in the Bahamas.

How do you get to Honeymoon Harbour?

Honeymoon Harbour is reached by boat only. Tour operators from Alice Town and Resorts World Bimini run regular excursions, with the journey taking approximately 20 minutes. Private boats can anchor in the protected harbour off Gun Cay.