Pirate's Cove Zipline and Water Park — Attraction in City of Freeport

I went to pirate's cove as a part of the margaritaville cruise. I don't know if this review is more of a reflection of my cruise or on the cove. It was an okay time. It was a beautiful day and the people were wonderful. But I would not recommend the zipline, especially for any of my plus size ladies who have large hips large thighs large butts. I am 5'4, a size 16/18 pant size, xl shirt, and their equipment did not fit me. I have been zip lining before and had a wonderful experience in Jamaica. For pirate's cove Bahamas, I did not receive any information about size or weight restrictions concerning the zipline to make any informed changes. I'm not a particularly oversized individual just a bit hip heavy, and found the experience of it embarrassing to say the least. Unfortunately since it was an excursion as a part of my cruise they refused to give me a refund. And then there was no way back to the ship after the main experience I wanted was not available to me because they do not allow you to leave until 3: 00. We got there at 9:30 a.m. So in terms of value of this particular location I would have just preferred to stay on the the ship if I knew in advance restrictions concerning it. I also found the cove had many rocks in its Sandy Waters, so suggest wearing water shoes or Crocs when in the water. There are a lot of wasps and bees out there as well as large flies so if you have any allergies be sure to bring an EpiPen or to take any precautions you need to. Cash for tipping is always necessary for those who are working and not a part of the margaritaville crew. But I will share the best conch salad I have ever had was at this location with I believe her name was Sheila. She shared she went to the fish market and got the conch early and so I particularly witnessed how fresh all the ingredients were. Thanks Sheila for a wonderful experience with your $25 conch...

This was an amazing place. We came as an excursion with Carnival. But my youngest, 6 years old, wants to go back. We rented a cabana for our party of 6 so my review will be based on what we saw and what we got with that packaged. The cabana was a nice place out of the sun to relax. We got 2 loungers and an umbrella as well. The kids had 2 floater beds they could have used but didn't because they were having fun elsewhere. Our cabana came with conch fritters, which many enjoyed, a coer that was also a table, a couch and 2 arms chairs a small table 4 small bathtub size towels and 2 sets of snorkels and fins my kids enjoyed. Our server who was assigned to us was amazing and I wish I had written her name down. I enjoyed chatting with her and she offered my youngest a set of sand toys as we forgot ours. There was a small pool to splash in and a playground free of charge. We got to take pictures for an extra fee with a parrot, we also got to see them walk the pigs on the beach. Ladies nearby did hair braiding, we could rent paddle boats or kayaks. The trampoline on the water was free to use as well. The siplines were extra and we didn't take advantage of those but they looked fun. Our food was not included but it wasn't expensive and we easily feed my kids well udnerbudget. We did take advantage of the 6 bahama mama's that came with our package and did find bringing extra water beneficial as there were only 6 bottles of water included tho you could order more as need. Rather than paying for eachbitem as we needed for food and additonal drinks we were set up with a tab. Definitely loved it here and...

Went as part of a Carnival excursion. Transportation staff were very friendly and funny and gave history of the island as we were driving to the beach. Beach was okay. Water was really pretty. The locals selling shells, bags, shirts, etc were friendly but a little pushy. I told the same lady "no thank you" at least 5 times. I was trying to play with my daughter in the sand, and she would interrupt us every single time. Also, be aware that hair braiders along the beach will only take cash. My daughter wanted hers done and the lady told me she would be fast. Well, she was fast and very friendly but I'm so disappointed that I paid over $100 for these braids. She didn't use any gel, and by the time we left, her braids were frizzy and her curly hair was sticking out of the braids. (We've gotten her hair braided at other islands and Mexico in the past and they've lasted for weeks) By the end of the 4th day, her hair had matted so badly, they were practically dreadlocks and it took us 3 hours to get them all out. This was the first and only time her braids have done that, and I know it's because she went fast and didn't use any gel. Bar service was slow.. I stood at the bar for a solid 10 minutes before being acknowledged.

Overall, not sure I'd go back. The people of the Bahamas are friendly but would maybe try another excursion next time or maybe...