Things to do in Freeport on a ferry day trip
On the Freeport Day Trip you have about 6 hours in Grand Bahama, so plan one main activity. The ferry leaves Fort Lauderdale at 9:00 AM, reaches Freeport around noon and sails back at 6:30 PM. These are the most popular options. We sell the ferry Day Trip; the excursions and rentals are booked on the island or at the excursion desk on board.
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The Freeport Day Trip
A round-trip ferry ticket for the same day: Fort Lauderdale – Freeport – Fort Lauderdale, from $246 per adult as of October 2026. See the Day Trip dates and fares.
Popular excursions (information only)
These excursions include round-trip transportation from the port. Ask about them at the excursion desk on board the ferry. I Love Ferry does not sell them.
- Port Lucaya and Marketplace: shops, restaurants, music and Bahamian crafts next to the harbor.
- Resort day passes: a day at the Viva Fortuna resort (meals and drinks included) or at Lighthouse Point, a short walk from Port Lucaya, both with beach and pool.
- Paradise Cove with snorkel: snorkel equipment, beach and lounge time.
- Swimming with pigs: 30 to 40 minutes in the water with the pigs and free time on the beach. The place closes at 3:00 PM.
Getting around on your own (information only)
On the island you can rent a car, a scooter, a bike or a golf cart. A taxi takes you from the harbor to Port Lucaya. Ask at the excursion desk on board or in Freeport. We do not sell these rentals.
How to fit it into your day
The terminal doors for the 6:30 PM return close one hour before, at 5:30 PM. Activities such as the pig swim end around 3:00 PM, so choose one main plan and leave time to get back to the harbor. If you want to do more, stay one or more nights with a ferry and hotel package.
Which one should you choose?
- First time and short on time: Port Lucaya Marketplace.
- Families and groups: a resort day pass with pool and beach.
- Nature and photos: Paradise Cove or the pig swim.
Frequently asked questions
What can I do in Freeport on a day trip?
Walk Port Lucaya Marketplace, spend the day at a resort with a day pass, snorkel at Paradise Cove or swim with pigs. Pick one, because the ferry back leaves at 6:30 PM.
Does I Love Ferry sell the excursions?
No. We sell the ferry Day Trip. Excursions and car, scooter, bike or golf cart rentals are booked on the island or at the excursion desk on board.
Can I swim with the pigs and still catch the ferry back?
Yes. The pig swim ends around 3:00 PM and the return terminal doors close at 5:30 PM.
How long is the ferry to Freeport?
About 3 hours each way from Fort Lauderdale.
Up to date as of October 28, 2026. Rules and fees can change, so check again close to your travel date. Written by the I Love Ferry team. Questions? Contact us.
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