Bahamas Warning Cites Sharks, Jet Skis, and Firearm Arrests

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U.S. State Department's March 31 update keeps The Bahamas at Level 2 status but adds new warnings about rising crime and water safety risks.

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Violent crimes like armed robberies and sexual assaults are most common in Nassau and Freeport, with the "Over the Hill" area flagged as particularly dangerous.

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Travelers staying in vacation rentals without security staff face higher risks and should take extra precautions with doors and windows.

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Poorly regulated boating activities have caused injuries and deaths, with some jet ski operators linked to sexual assaults.

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U.S. government workers are banned from using jet skis rented from independent operators on New Providence and Paradise Islands.

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Recent shark attacks have turned deadly, including a Massachusetts tourist killed while paddleboarding in December 2023.

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A 10-year-old boy was bitten by a shark in a resort tank in January 2024, while two more Americans were attacked at Bimini Bay in February 2025.

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The Bahamas enforces strict firearm laws—even small quantities of ammunition in luggage can lead to arrest and jail time.

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Cruise passengers on Carnival, Disney, and Royal Caribbean ships will be affected as all make regular stops in The Bahamas.

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