Simply Dave Nassau Tours
Rating
Family of 4
USD 220-380 for a family of 4
Duration
3-5 hours
Best Ages
6 and up
About
There's a reason local guide services often beat big tour companies on reviews: the personal connection. Simply Dave Nassau Tours offers exactly that — a knowledgeable Nassau local who knows the island well and can adapt to what your family actually wants from their day.
Based at Woodes Rodgers Wharf on Nassau's waterfront, Dave is easy to find and positioned perfectly for city and beach excursions. The wharf location itself is historic — Woodes Rodgers was the British governor who cleared Nassau of pirates in the early 18th century, so there's immediate context all around before the tour even begins.
With a 4.7 rating from 11 reviews, his track record is strong for a small independent operator. Family reviews tend to highlight flexibility — the ability to spend more time at spots kids enjoy and move on quickly from ones they don't care about. That's impossible with a 30-person bus tour.
He runs tours Monday through Saturday, 8 AM to 5:30 PM on weekdays and 8 AM to 6:30 PM Saturdays. Closed Sundays. Tours typically cover Nassau's historic downtown, viewpoints, beaches, and local markets — adjust based on what your family is most interested in.
Bringing cash is advisable for small independent guides. The Facebook page (facebook.com/simplydavetours) is the best place to reach him in advance to confirm availability and arrange your tour.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Limited
Nursing / Changing
Unknown
Kid Meals
N/A
Setting
Indoor & Outdoor
Rainy Day
Not ideal
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Morning for beach and city tours — closed Sundays
Wait Times
Minimal — book at Woodes Rodgers Wharf or in advance
Nearby Food
Woodes Rodgers Wharf area has several local food vendors and restaurants along the waterfront, plus the Straw Market is steps away.
Why Kids Love It
Simply Dave is exactly what the name suggests — a personalized local tour experience from someone who knows Nassau deeply. Kids get a guide who's engaged and flexible, not a rehearsed group tour operator managing 30 people. The Woodes Rodgers Wharf location puts families right at the waterfront with easy access to Nassau's most interesting sights.
Pro Tips from Parents
- Find Dave at Woodes Rodgers Wharf on the Nassau waterfront — he's a local fixture
- Closed Sundays — plan your Nassau day trip for Monday through Saturday
- Bring cash as small independent guides may not take cards
What to Bring
- Cash for tour payment and local stops
- Sunscreen and a hat
- Camera for waterfront and fort views
Cost Info
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
USD 220-380 for a family of 4
Tips to Save
- Dave is a local guide with personalized service — ask directly about what you want and he'll often accommodate.
- Negotiating for a custom tour can be more economical than a packaged option.
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Monday
- 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Saturday
- 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Thursday
- 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM