Island-Hopping Trips in the Caribbean: 15 on the Shortlist

1.3 Islands Tour, Snorkel, Pig Beach, Turtles & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,585 reviews · 4 hours · from $136Our pick

Spend four hours speeding from Nassau to Pearl Island, Rose Island, Green Cay and Athol Island. You will snorkel over reef, look for turtles, feed swimming pigs and eat Bahamian-style barbecue on a private beach. Captains Mike, Chris and Ray are among the crew names often assigned to this lively tour. Bring a towel and sunscreen.

“There are several snorkel/pig/lunch/turtle tour options available and I'm so grateful we choose this one! Communication through WhatsApp (in response to some questions I had before the trip) was very prompt and professional. The boat was clean and beautiful, crew was fun and helpful and the water and beach club at Rose Island just breathtaking. We got some lifetime-memory type photos! They are doing some renovations of the beach club (including building infinity swimming pool) and I would love to return once that's complete. Lunch was Caribbean rice and jerk barbecue chicken, light but delicious. Pigs were a blast. They even were attentive to the fact that we had to…”

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2.Exuma Island Hopping Swimming Pigs Tour with Lunch from Nassau

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 482 reviews · from $438Top rated

From Paradise Island, Born Free Charters takes you by fast powerboat to Allen Cay, Compass Cay, Great Exuma, Big Major Cay, Norman’s Cay, and a final beach or sandbar. You’ll see rock iguanas, swim with nurse sharks, feed pigs, snorkel a wreck, and enjoy lunch, drinks, snacks, and equipment.

“We loved this excursion, it was so well organised and fun. Highlights of the trip were visiting Bitter Guana Cay where iguanas live, spending some time with nurse sharks, feeding the pigs on the pig beach. I recommend to take warm clothes, a hoodie, because it is very windy on the boat, and it takes a lot of time to get to this attractions. Food and drinks are offered, there was also a stop for a buffet lunch. The staff is great and helpful, totally recommend this experience!”

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3.Captain Alan’S 4hr -3 Islands-snorkeling-turtles-beach Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 431 reviews · from $99

Join Captain Alan’s crew for a four-hour, small-group speedboat trip from St Maarten to Tintamarre, Creole Rock or Green Key, and Pinel Island. You’ll get snorkeling gear, sandwiches, beer, soda, and water, with possible turtle sightings and time to relax on the beach. The boat holds no more than 12 people.

“Great experience! Beautiful snorkeling and fun captain (Marcus) and first mate (Alina). Swam with turtles, saw cool reef with many fish, enjoyed a great sandwich! Highly recommend.”

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4.US Virgin Islands Island Hop & Food Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 417 reviews · from $250

Join Stormy Pirates for an eight-hour food and island-hopping cruise from St. Thomas or St. John. You’ll circle St. John, swim to Lime Out for tacos, snorkel at Christmas Cove, receive Pizza Pi by dinghy, and finish at Lovango Beach Club. Crew members such as Grant, Tyler, Kevin, and Lacey add local stories, drinks, and practical help throughout the day.

“Captain Ron and crew were the best , would recommend to everyone , saw lots of sea life, drinks, music, fun fun fun”

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5.3 Islands Tour, Swim with Pigs, Turtles, Snorkelling & lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 296 reviews · from $175

Spend about four hours on the water from New Providence with guides such as TJ, Lee, Miko, or Tiggie. Visit Atlantis by boat, snorkel at Pearl Island, search for sea turtles near Green Turtle Cay, then meet pigs at Rose Island. Lunch, drinks, beach time, kayaks, and paddleboards round out the trip.

“I’d give them 10 stars if I could! Tj went above and beyond to make our time on the water amazing! We saw so many turtles, got to feed and swim with the island pigs, and swam the rainbow reef. Spectacular day!”

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6.Two Islands, Twice the Fun

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 239 reviews · from $60Best value

See the Dutch and French sides of St. Martin in about four to six hours with Sunita Tours St Maarten. Guide Raj leads you from Oyster Pond and Grand Case to Maho Beach, Marigot, Orient Bay, and scenic lookouts. The small-group tour includes bottled water, hotel or port pickup, and free time at the beach, but not French-side pickup, meals, or chairs.

“Raj is a great guide and a driver. We enjoyed our excursion very much. We leaned a lot about St. Martin, its history, and present.”

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7.3 islands Pigs,Turtles,Snorkel & Beach Club with lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 207 reviews · from $175

Join BahaWaterTours for a four-hour speedboat trip from Nassau to Pearl Island, Athol Island, Green Turtle Cay, and Rose Island. You’ll snorkel with fish, feed turtles, meet swimming pigs, and stop for lunch and beach time. Captains such as TJ, Lee, Q, and Mico are often praised for their friendly, careful service.

“This was truly a day we will never forget!! Captain Tegee and first mate Johnathan were lifesavers and went above and beyond to give my family a first class experience. The pig experience was so adorable and fun, they led us to the perfect spot for sea turtle snorkeling and helped us find so many turtles, and the rainbow reef snorkeling was breathtaking. The day was topped off with a delicious lunch at a floating bar (try the crack chicken tenders!). Captain Tegee took so many great photos for us during the day that we will forever cherish”

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8.Half Day Snorkeling, Sightseeing & Island Hopping Private Charter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 133 reviews

Set out at 8:30 a.m. from Leeward for a four-hour private charter with Island Adventure. You’ll visit Little Water Cay’s rock iguanas, snorkel near Pine Cay, and cruise Grace Bay Beach. Crews such as DJ and Rico tailor the route, watch for turtles and dolphins, and provide snorkeling gear, drinks, and snacks.

“Both the Captain and Lion King were unbelievable! Did exactly what we wanted to do/see and treated us like royalty. Would 100% recommend and will be back!!”

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9.Half Day Snorkeling, Sightseeing & Island Hopping Private Charter (Afternoon)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 105 reviews

Spend four private hours on the water from Providenciales with a captain and crew such as Rico and DJ. Visit Little Water Cay, Pine Cay, Grace Bay Beach, and possibly Smith’s Reef, with snorkeling gear, snacks, soft drinks, alcohol, bottled water, and an onboard restroom included. The route can shift to suit your group.

“This was worth every freaking dollar. First, the boat. The boat is beautiful, comfortable, seats are leather, there's ample space. We went parasailing the day before this tour, and I had assumed the boat would be comparable to the slightly janRead more”

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10.Nas: 3 islands Tour ,snorkel, Turtles, pigs and lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 96 reviews · from $150

Cruise from Paradise Island by speedboat to Atholl Island for swimming pigs, Rose Island for beach time and lunch, and Green Turtle Cay for snorkeling. The four-hour trip costs $150 per person, holds up to 22 people, and may include crew such as Captain Mike, Larry, Shaun, or Chris.

“The children loved the fun of the speedboat, and singing along to some great music whilst whizzing from Island to Island. Spectacular scenery, nice bbq and some hungry pigs! Thanks to Mikey and Mali. Bucket list item complete!”

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11.4hr Private Tour Island Hop Snorkel w/ Turtles & Sip Bahama Mamas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews

Spend four hours aboard a private 29-foot Seabird with your own group of up to 12. Cruise Nassau Harbor, snorkel with turtles at Green Cay, visit Sandy Cay and Rose Island, and enjoy snacks, water, gear, and unlimited Bahama Mamas. Captains such as Curry, Tiara, Nado, Toonz, Phillip, and Keenan may lead the trip.

“This was the perfect excursion to book while we visited Nassau on our cruise. I am always weary about booking an excursion not through the cruise line in case we can’t find the pick up spot or if we don’t get back on time but all the instRead more”

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12.Private Half Day Luxury Island Getaway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 76 reviews

Spend four private hours aboard Moana Charters’ boat from Providenciales, with a full-service crew, beach stops, island views, served food, and champagne. The crew, including Skills and Jason on some departures, tailors the outing to your group of up to six. Expect a relaxed beach escape rather than a fixed sightseeing route.

“Skills and Jason were a great team! They took us to the best spots! If you want an unforgettable experience look no further than Moana with these two fantastic guides.”

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13.3 Islands Private Group Excursion (4hrs)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews

Take a private powerboat from Nassau with your group of up to 12. Over four hours, you’ll visit nearby islands and cays, snorkel coral reefs, swim with turtles, and use provided drinks, snacks, and gear. Guide Tiggey has been praised for a friendly, capable trip. Pig Island costs an extra $25 per person.

“This was a great trip! Our guide Tiggey was awesome! They took us to three stops- snorkeling, pigs and to swim with turtles. Highly recommend!”

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14.Private Boat Tour with Snorkeling, Island Hopping, and Noahs Ark

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews

Captain James and the Sand Dolla crew tailor this four-hour private cruise around Providenciales for up to eight people. You’ll visit the Long Bay shipwreck, Leeward Beach and Noah’s Ark floating bar, then snorkel near Grace Bay, with gear, drinks, light snacks, and sandwiches included.

“I was on island for my birthday and decided to do this boat tour. We spent majority of our time over at Noah’s Arc. Let me tell you, Captain, Prime Time didn’t disappoint. Best host ever, and full of vibes! Definitely will book again.”

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15.Island Hopper Adventure in Providenciales

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 34 reviews

Ride from Leeward Marina with guides such as Prince, Nandi, or CJ, visiting the waters around Half Moon Bay, Pine Cay, Long Bay, and La Famille Express. The two-hour trip combines fast open-water riding, island views, wildlife spotting, and time for photos. One Jet Ski is included per booking for up to two people.

“I canceled , I’m still waiting on my refund ? Do you know how long the refund take! I spoke to the tour guide and said someone will call about my refund”

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