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Swimming Pigs Tours in the Bahamas: The 15 Best Day Trips

47 tours  ·  from $69

Big Major Cay is a long way from Nassau, so the trip is mostly logistics. The 15 below compare boat-only against fly-and-boat, total travel time, and which stops (turtles, sandbar, sharks) come with it.

Nassau: 3 Islands Tour, Snorkel, Pig Beach, Turtles & Lunch - Pearl Island: your first look below the surface
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Nassau: 3 Islands Tour, Snorkel, Pig Beach, Turtles & Lunch

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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Swimming Pigs and Private Beach Club Escape - A private beach club makes the half-day worthwhile
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Swimming Pigs and Private Beach Club Escape

2.Swimming Pigs and Private Beach Club Escape

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,238 reviews · from $149

Take a roughly 30-minute boat ride from Nassau to Rose Island, where Da Pig Beach’s well-cared-for pigs paddle in shallow water and pose for photos. You’ll have a Bahamian lunch, beach chairs, shade, restrooms, and possible use of snorkeling gear and paddleboards. Pickup is available, and captains such as A1 and Anwar have earned praise for friendly service.

“We had an amazing time during the pig activity! I went with my brother, and we both tend to get motion sickness, but the boat ride was incredibly smooth and comfortable—we didn’t feel sick at all. Once we arrived, the experience was perRead more”

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Sandy Toes The Original Rose Island and Swimming Pigs Tour - Meeting peacocks, lizards, and rescued pigs
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Sandy Toes The Original Rose Island and Swimming Pigs Tour

3.Sandy Toes The Original Rose Island and Swimming Pigs Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,232 reviews · from $258

Spend about six hours sailing from Paradise Island to Rose Island, where you can snorkel, swim with vet-checked rescued pigs, visit peacocks and curly-tail lizards, relax on a private beach, and eat a Bahamian buffet with drinks included. The boat returns to Nassau around midafternoon.

“Absolutely wonderful experience and a great way to spend the day. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone. Worth the price!!!”

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Nassau: Pigs, Snorkel, Turtles, Lunch, Private Beach Club - Snorkeling near Rose Island
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Nassau: Pigs, Snorkel, Turtles, Lunch, Private Beach Club

4.Pigs, Snorkel, Turtles, Lunch, Private Beach Club

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,116 reviews · 4 hours · from $139

Spend four hours with Oasis Ocean 7 Charters on a fast boat from Paradise Island to a reef, Green Cay turtles, and Rose Island’s private beach club. You’ll get snorkel gear, lunch, soft drinks, hammocks, kayaks, and time with the pigs. Captains Andy and Kareem, plus crew such as Andrew and Shervin, are often praised for safety and fun.

“Fantastic day from start to finish! Loved swimming with the turtles, feeding the pigs and having a relaxing time on the island! A fab trip with lovely people organising ⭐️”

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Nassau: Snorkeling, Pig Beach, Swim with Turtles, and Lunch - Athol Island snorkeling and the search for turtles
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Nassau: Snorkeling, Pig Beach, Swim with Turtles, and Lunch

5.Snorkeling, Pig Beach, Swim with Turtles, and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 790 reviews · 5h 30m · from $165

Sail from Montagu Beach on a spacious catamaran to snorkel at reef and turtle sites, visit the swimming pigs, and enjoy fresh Bahamian lunch onboard. Expect about 5.5 hours on the water, English-speaking crew, included gear, rum punch or Cuba Libre, and a $30 to $35 cash fee for pig feeding and photos.

“Had a wonderful time with the Sail Tomorrow crew! The catamaran was beautiful and well kept and the crew was very friendly and organized. We saw turtles, a ton of fish in the coral reef and met some piggies! Highly recommend this activity.”

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Nassau Swimming Pigs: Snorkeling, Lunch & Private Beach Club - Meeting the pigs at Atholl Island
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Nassau Swimming Pigs: Snorkeling, Lunch & Private Beach Club

6.Nassau Swimming Pigs: Snorkeling, Lunch & Private Beach Club

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 783 reviews · from $140

Cruise from Elizabeth on Bay past Fort Montagu, Paradise Island, Atlantis, and Ocean Club to a private beach at Atholl Island. Feed and hold friendly pigs, snorkel, eat a plated lunch, sip unlimited rum punch, and use kayaks, paddleboards, floaties, and beach games. Photos and video are included.

“It was a wonderful experience feeding the pigs and holding the baby pig. The island was beautiful. I just wish we had more time there. I loved it!!!”

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Nassau: Swimming Pigs And Snorkel With Turtles - Rose Island and the famous swimming pigs
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Nassau: Swimming Pigs And Snorkel With Turtles

7.Swimming Pigs And Snorkel With Turtles

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 651 reviews · from $140Top rated

Join Delfincharters for a three-hour Nassau boat trip to Green Cay and Rose Island. Snorkel with turtles, watch for stingrays, feed swimming pigs, and use kayaks or paddleboards. CJ and crew members including Captain H, O, and M have been praised for their friendly, family-focused style.

“This was one of the best experiences we have ever done. The guides were SO nice. Very kid friendly. The boat was safe and roomy. Couldn’t recommend more. Kid ages: 3, 8 and 16. If you are there on a cruise, the meeting spot is not far at all.”

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Bahamas Adventure: Pigs, Reef, Turtles, and Beach with Lunch - Rose Island beach time, lunch, and drinks
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Bahamas Adventure: Pigs, Reef, Turtles, and Beach with Lunch

8.Bahamas Adventure: Pigs, Reef, Turtles, and Beach with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 640 reviews · from $299

From Paradise Island, Aqua Shores takes you by luxury powerboat to Rose Island and nearby cays for reef snorkeling, sea turtles, Sandy Cay, and time with swimming pigs. Your $299 fare includes lunch, drinks, snorkel gear, kayaks, paddle boards, and volleyball. Crews may include Captain Shay, Ron, LJ, or Leslie.

“Amazing trip. Crew was awesome made the experience awesome. Time frame was good. Got to see several islands, turtles and of course the pigs!! Highlight of our trip so far.”

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Exuma Elite Escape: Luxury Fly-In Pig Beach Adventure - 7 Stops - Great Guana Cay and its island iguanas
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Exuma Elite Escape: Luxury Fly-In Pig Beach Adventure – 7 Stops

9.Exuma Elite Escape: Luxury Fly-In Pig Beach Adventure – 7 Stops

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 504 reviews · from $750

Spend about six hours flying from Nassau to Staniel Cay, then touring the Exumas by speedboat. Visit Pig Beach, Great Guana Cay, Thunderball Grotto, Compass Cay, the Staniel Cay Plane Wreck, and a sandbar, with lunch, drinks, towels, and snorkeling gear included. Groups are limited to 14.

“A great day guided by captain Dave, started in the morning, avoid the crowds, get all the nice place visited by lunch time. Definitely worth the money :)”

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Exuma Island Hopping Swimming Pigs Tour with Lunch from Nassau - The fast ride from Paradise Island to Exuma
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Exuma Island Hopping Swimming Pigs Tour with Lunch from Nassau

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

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

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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Exuma Powerboat Tour from Nassau with Swimming Pigs - Allen’s Cay and its rock iguanas
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Exuma Powerboat Tour from Nassau with Swimming Pigs

11.Exuma Powerboat Tour from Nassau with Swimming Pigs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 474 reviews · from $439

From Paradise Island, a small powerboat carries you to Allen’s Cay, Compass Cay, Big Major Cay, Staniel Cay, and more. Feed rock iguanas, see nurse sharks, meet swimming pigs, eat lunch at Staniel Cay Yacht Club, and relax on a sandbar. Captains such as Rico, Emilio, Cam, and Neil keep the long day moving.

“We had Rico and Rick take us out for our trip and it was one of the best days I've had! I'm female and I was traveling solo and felt comfortable and safe the entire time. I think we had enough time at each spot and the lunch on Staniel Cay was really good! I would definitely book another tour with this company.”

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Exuma Day Away - Original Swimming Pigs Excursion - Compass Cay and the nurse sharks
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Exuma Day Away – Original Swimming Pigs Excursion

12.Exuma Day Away – Original Swimming Pigs Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 462 reviews · from $438

From Montagu Beach, your captain takes you by power boat to Great Guana Cay, Compass Cay, Big Major Cay, and the Exuma Cays. Feed rock iguanas, swim with nurse sharks and pigs, see Pablo Escobar’s sunken plane, and eat a Bahamian lunch at Black Point Yacht Club. Expect long, bumpy boat rides, changing weather, and a full 8.5-hour day.

“The staff were informative, friendly and ensured that everyone had a memorable day. The trip was worth every penny, a lot of fun and a truly great experience.”

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Nassau: Swimming Pigs, Snorkeling, Lunch, & Beach Boat Tour - A private beach with more than a chair and a view
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Nassau: Swimming Pigs, Snorkeling, Lunch, & Beach Boat Tour

13.Swimming Pigs, Snorkeling, Lunch, & Beach Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 421 reviews · 150 minutes - 4 hours · from $140

Ride a speedboat from Nassau past Atlantis, Paradise Island, and harbor sights to a private beach near Athol Island. Feed and pet swimming pigs, snorkel with provided gear, enjoy lunch, rum punch, snacks, kayaks, paddleboards, beach games, and free photos. The tour runs 150 minutes to 4 hours, depending on the departure.

“We loved petting and feeding the fishes! They also had a lot of beach activities like paddle boarding and a trampoline in the water such a good vibe and time with my 13 year old daughter. This was the first time we both laughed and had a blast nonstop in such a longtime well worth it!!!”

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Swimming with Pigs in Nassau, Transportation Included - Rose Island beach time before the pigs arrive
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Swimming with Pigs in Nassau, Transportation Included

14.Swimming with Pigs in Nassau, Transportation Included

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 407 reviews · from $179

Ride from Nassau to Fort Montagu, then take a 20-minute boat to Rose Island for beach time, kayaks, paddleboards, lunch, and a guided pig encounter. You get about 30 minutes with the pigs, though conditions can shorten swimming time. Guides and drivers may include Gabriel, Jungle, Gigi, or Lauren.

“We were staying at the Royal Atlantis, but for some reason our pick up point was Atlantis Harborside one Marina Drive at 9 AM. It was confusing because Atlantis harbor side is on one side of the street and one marina Drive is a blocked down Read more”

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Ultimate SeaXscape Pigs/Turtles/Snorkel/Lunch/Drinks/PU/DO - Meeting Nassau’s swimming pigs
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Ultimate SeaXscape Pigs/Turtles/Snorkel/Lunch/Drinks/PU/DO

15.Ultimate SeaXscape Pigs/Turtles/Snorkel/Lunch/Drinks/PU/DO

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 333 reviews · from $199

Spend about three and a half hours boating from Nassau to swimming pigs, Rose Island snorkeling grounds, and sea turtle waters. Captain Mario’s team provides pickup, gear, lunch, snacks, water, beer, soft drinks, and a conch demonstration. Expect music, swimming, and a lively small-boat setting.

“We had a great experience. We were picked up and dropped off at our hotel. They were on time and it was a safe ride. Our boat ride was ride. We got to see pigs, turtles and colorful fish. The Capitan made sure we had a great time. Drinks were plentiful and the sandwiches were great as well.”

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