Swimming pigs
Half Day Swimming Pigs on Rose Island, Snorkeling and Lunch
Swim with the pigs and skip the full day excursion! We have been operating boat tours for over 40 years with well maintained boats and knowledgeable guides.
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4.9out of 5(250 reviews)NassauOperated by Born Free Charters
Quick facts
- Duration
- 4 hr
- Price
- From $279 per person
- Rating
- 4.9 out of 5 (250 reviews)
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Languages
- English
- Group size
- Small group · up to 25
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
Overview
Swim with the pigs and skip the full day excursion! We have been operating boat tours for over 40 years with well maintained boats and knowledgeable guides. Let us take you to see Sandy Cay, famous from Gilligan's Island, snorkel a vibrant coral reef, swim, feed, and snap photos with the pigs of Rose Island, relax at a local beach bar with lunch, visit Green Cay to spot wild sea turtles and cruise through Nassau Harbour for breathtaking views. Book now for an amazing adventure!
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What's included
Included
- Local beer, canned mojitos (must be 18 years or older)
- Soda/Pop
- Bottled water
- Light snacks on board the boat.
- Landing and facility fees
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Options to choose from the beach bar menu are included in your confirmation.
- Restroom on board
Not included
- Gratuities
Itinerary
Paradise Island
30 min
Place of departure is at Carnivale Bahamas restaurant on Paradise Island. Check in 30 minutes prior to your tour start time.
Sandy Cay
Pass by
Sandy Cay also known as Gilligan's Island. A photo of this island was used for the famous opening shot of the original Gilligan's Island television series in the 1960's. Snap a few photos of this beautiful location.
Rose Island
35 min
Head over to a beautiful coral reef for a snorkel. Here you will see many species of fish and coral of many colors. Masks and snorkels are provided on board.
Rose Island
40 min
Swim with, feed, and take photos of the pigs that call this spot home. There will be guides instructing you on your interaction with the pigs and providing you with snacks to feed them.
Footprints Beach Bar & Grill
1 hr · Admission included
At this point in the tour, the kids are hungry and the parents are looking for a tropical drink and a beach chair. Well we have just that at our next stop! Enjoy a local beach bar where a delicious lunch and beverage is provided for you. Use the time at this stop for building sandcastles, sun bathing, or enjoying the blue Bahamian water with a cold beverage from the bar.
Stop 6
15 min
Head over to Green Cay to spot wild sea turtles from the boat. The sea turtles love the grassy bottom at this location and are usually not shy to stick their head above water near the boat to say hello.
Paradise Island
30 min
Now we head back over toward Paradise Island. Enter the harbour from the west to get an up-close view of the massive cruise ships and the beauty of the Nassau harbour before returning to our meeting location.
Some place names: Google Maps
Meeting point & pickup
Meeting point
Carnivale Bahamas
1 Marina Way, Paradise Island, Sterling Marina, Hurricane Hole
Enter the Carnivale Bahamas property and look for the booth labeled Born Free Charters. ALL GUESTS MUST CHECK IN 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO YOUR TOUR DEPARTURE TIME.
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Pickup
Meet at the start point
End point
Carnivale Bahamas
1 Marina Way, Paradise Island, Sterling Marina, Hurricane Hole
Enter the Carnivale Bahamas property and look for the booth labeled Born Free Charters. ALL GUESTS MUST CHECK IN 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO YOUR TOUR DEPARTURE TIME.
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Some place names: Google Maps
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Full refund 1 day or more before the start
- No refund less than 1 day before the start
This tour may be canceled for poor weather.
This tour may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers is not met.
Additional info & accessibility
Good to know
- Child: ages 2–6
- Adult: ages 7–100
- Each booking needs at least one adult
- Bookings for 1–25 travelers
- Ticket: mobile or paper ticket accepted
Accessibility
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness