Bahamas Island Hopping Tour: Swim with Pigs, Turtles & Snorkel
Four islands, three animals, one boat: snorkel reefs, meet turtles and pigs, then lunch on the sand
This island-hopping tour in the Bahamas takes you to four stops in a single morning: you cruise past Atlantis on Paradise Island, snorkel vibrant coral reefs, swim alongside sea turtles in open water, and finish at Rose Island where you can swim with the famous pigs or relax on the beach. The tour includes snorkeling gear, lunch, and drinks; a professional crew leads the day and children from age 2 are welcome.
Step-by-step itinerary
Island hopping and water activities
- Explore Atlantis by boat
- Snorkel on coral reefs
- Swim with sea turtles
- Relax and swim with pigs at Rose Island
The Experience
The boat leaves the dock and heads straight for the Atlantis resort on Paradise Island, where you ride under the tunnel—a photo stop that frames the resort's scale. From there you anchor on coral reefs where the snorkeling begins: the water is clear enough to see the fish moving through the formations, and the gear is provided so you just get in. This is the longest stop of the morning, and it is where most people spend time in the water.
The next leg takes you to open water to swim with sea turtles in their natural habitat. The crew positions the boat so you can enter the water and move alongside them; it is not a touch-and-go moment but a real encounter. After that comes Rose Island, your final stop, where the famous swimming pigs wade into the shallows to meet the boat. If you want to swim with them, you can; if you'd rather stay dry, the beach has kayaks, paddleboards, and loungers. Lunch is served here at a beach club or floating restaurant, and the crew keeps drinks flowing—water, rum punch (alcoholic or nonalcoholic), and snacks—throughout the whole four-hour run.
The tour is led by an experienced crew who handle the boat and the timing, so you show up at the dock and the day unfolds without you arranging stops or transport between them. Families with children from age 2 travel regularly on this tour, and the pace mixes active snorkeling with downtime on the beach.
What’s included
- Snorkeling gear.
- complimentary water, rum punch (alcoholic or nonalcoholic), and snacks throughout the tour.
- lunch and a soft drink at the beach club or floating restaurant.
- access to kayaks, paddleboards, and beach loungers at Rose Island.
- professional crew guiding the day in English.
Operated by BahaWaterTours
Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to pack multiple islands and three different animals—turtles, pigs, and coral reef fish—into one morning without renting a boat or organizing transport between stops. The crew handles the route and timing, so you show up and the day unfolds.
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What exactly happens when you swim with the pigs at Rose Island?
The pigs swim out to meet the boat in the shallows at Rose Island, and you can enter the water to interact with them or stay on the beach and watch. The stop also includes access to kayaks, paddleboards, and beach loungers if you prefer to relax instead.
Is snorkeling gear included, or do I need to bring my own?
Snorkeling gear is provided at no extra cost and ready to use when you arrive at the coral reefs. You do not need to bring your own or rent separately.
What is included in the lunch stop?
Lunch and a soft drink are included at a beach club or floating restaurant at Rose Island. Throughout the tour, complimentary water, rum punch (alcoholic or nonalcoholic), and snacks are also available onboard the boat.
How long does the whole tour take?
The tour runs for four hours from start to finish, covering all four islands and stops.
Can I bring my children on this tour?
Yes, children are welcome from age 2 onward. Infants under 2 must sit on an adult's lap. The tour is designed for families and groups, and the mix of swimming, snorkeling, and beach time works for different ages.
What is the Atlantis stop like—do you go inside the resort?
You cruise past Atlantis on Paradise Island and ride under the tunnel for photos, but it is a boat-based viewing stop, not an entry into the resort itself. It is a chance to see the scale of the resort and take pictures as you pass.
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