Travel Alert Issued by US Embassy in Bahamas Over Jet Skis

The U.S. Embassy in Nassau has issued a security alert warning American travelers about risks associated with jet ski and personal watercraft rentals in The Bahamas, highlighting reports of sexual assaults involving jet ski operators.

The warning underscores ongoing concerns about inadequate regulation and advises visitors to exercise caution when considering water-based excursions.

“Due to security risks and the lack of safety regulation enforcement, U.S. government employees working in The Bahamas are prohibited from renting and using jet skis on New Providence and Paradise islands,” the alert says in part.

Newsweek reached out to the U.S. Embassy in Nassau via email for additional information on Monday.

The new security alert follows a similar one in April of last year.

Other Travel Alerts or Advisories

Other countries near The Bahamas are also under level 2 advisories including Turks and Caicos, Cuba and the Dominican Republic.

The Cayman Islands are under a level 1 advisory, meaning travelers may exercise normal precautions. Other islands including Barbados, Saint Lucia, Aruba, Bonaire, Curacao, Martinique, Dominica, Guadeloupe and others are also under a level 1.

Haiti is under a level 4 precaution, as Americans are advised to not travel there.

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This story was originally published June 15, 2026 at 6:58 PM.