Shore Excursion Details

Coopers Island E-Bike Beach & Reserve Ride

Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda

Coopers Island E-Bike Beach & Reserve Ride

DETAILS

  • 4
    hrs Estimate Duration

Enjoy a carefree and immensely scenic ride on an electric bike from St. George’s to Cooper’s Island Nature Reserve, where you will be free to enjoy the beach as you please.


Departing from the ship pier, enjoy the high-speed tender service across the mouth of the Great Sound before arriving thought the narrow ‘Town Cut’ into St. George’s, settled in 1612. UNESCO has designated St. George’s a World Heritage site as it is an authentic example of an English colonial town in the New World.


After an orientation, instructions and observed test ride by your guide, you will be ready for your electric-enhanced bicycle riding experience. You’ll find the extra boost in your pedal power offered from the bikes allows for an effortless ride over hilly terrain and across bridges to pristine Cooper’s Island Nature Reserve. Once occupied by the U.S. military and later used as a NASA space tracking station, this serene 12-acre reserve is now protected public land that is extraordinarily beautiful.


Before long, you will reach Clearwater Beach, where you will have time to enjoy the lovely coastal setting however you please. You might take a refreshing swim in the shallow waters, stretch out on the sand and enjoy the serenity, and walk to the nearby salt marsh to observe the wildlife. Herons, egrets and kingfishers are abundant, before the return ride back to the St. George’s to meet your return tender back to the ship. Participants must have intermediate to advance riding skill level with the desire for fun and adventure!


Need to Know:

Note: There is approximately 1 ½ hours of cycle time with approximately 3 miles of terrain covered and 30 mins stop for swim. Closed in toed shoes mandatory with comfortable active-wear and swim wear worn under clothing recommended to be worn with small bag-pack or fanny-pack for personal items and bring a towel! It is not recommended for guests who utilize a wheelchair. Those guests with mobility concerns are cautioned to evaluate their personal level of ability and stamina. Chase-Van will accompany the cycle tour and follow behind group. Not suitable for guests with walking & breathing difficulties. Electric bikes used to meet, intermediate or advanced abilities. Ride will be along railway trails, trestle bridges and through shared roadways in parts with motorists. Ferries/tenders will be utilized to assist with transportation to and from ship. Approx 1 ½ hours of cycle time. Ages 18yrs and above to ride Guests who go ashore do so with the understanding that they will be mixing with members of the general public.

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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

Excursion Type:

Adventure
Scenic & City Tours
Wildlife Tours

Activity Level:

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    Challenging
Tours with this activity level involve a considerable amount of physical activity such as substantial walking over cobblestone streets, uneven or steep terrain, climbing stairs, or extended periods of standing. Not recommended for guests with physical limitations. Comfortable, sturdy shoes are recommended.
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