Exuma Swimming Pigs & Sharks: 7-Stop Boat Tour from Nassau

Seven stops in one day: the Exumas without the ferry queue

You fly roundtrip from Nassau, visit six iconic Exuma attractions by boat with a licensed local captain, swim with pigs and sharks, snorkel Thunderball Grotto, and eat lunch on the island: all in one day, with small groups (8 guests average), snorkeling gear, and drinks included. Pickup from your Nassau hotel is arranged the evening before.

Step-by-step itinerary

Exumas luxury tour with six stops

• Visit the swimming pigs
• See indigenous iguanas
• Snorkel at Thunderball Grotto
• Meet sharks at Compass Cay
• Enjoy lunch at local restaurant
• View Staniel Cay Plane Wreck
• Relax at the sandbar

The experience

You're driving to Nassau airport before sunrise, hotel pickup already arranged, and within two hours you're stepping off a small plane onto Staniel Cay. The boat's already waiting. Your captain (licensed, first-aid certified, and someone who knows which stops fill up first) points toward the shallows where the Swimming Pigs are moving. You've got about 20 to 25 minutes here, which sounds short until you're in the water and they're actually swimming toward you, and you realize the tour isn't rushing you through a photo op. It's built so you can breathe.

The day moves like this: pigs, then the iguanas at Compass Cay (hundreds of them, and they come right up when they hear the engines), then Thunderball Grotto. The snorkeling spot where they filmed the James Bond film, and yeah, the fish count is real. Nurse sharks at Compass Cay next, shallow enough that you're not nervous but deep enough that it matters. A sandbar stop where the water is so clear you can see your feet. The Staniel Cay plane wreck, which sits in maybe 40 feet of water and is genuinely strange to see down there. Lunch happens at a local restaurant on the island (island-style, with vegan and gluten-free options if you need them), and the boat keeps beer, water, and soft drinks flowing the whole time. Snorkeling gear is included, towels are fresh, and by the time you're heading back to the airport for the return flight, you've actually done the Exumas instead of just the Instagram version of it.

Groups stay small: average of 8 people per boat, which is the difference between a day and a cattle call. If you want it even smaller, private upgrades exist. The roundtrip flight from Nassau is included, which saves you the three-hour ferry ride and gets you back in time for dinner. Your pickup time lands in your inbox the night before, once the flight logistics are locked in, so there's no guessing when to be ready.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup and return transportation in Nassau, roundtrip scenic flight to the Exumas, a small-group boat tour with an average of 8 guests, visits to the Swimming Pigs, nurse sharks, iguanas, Thunderball Grotto, the Staniel Cay plane wreck, and a sandbar, island-style lunch with dietary options, snorkeling equipment, fresh towels, bottled water, soft drinks, and beer onboard, plus all fees and taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to SaturdayDeparts at 08:00

AgesAdult (2 and older) · Infant (under 2): free

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 24 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortInfants must sit on laps

Operated by 3Ns Vacation Services

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see the main Exuma attractions in one day without arranging flights, ferries, or timing stops yourself: the small-group size and licensed local captain are what make it possible to hit seven stops without feeling rushed.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Infant (under 2): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long is the boat ride from Nassau to Exuma?

There's no boat ride. A scenic roundtrip flight is included, which takes about an hour each way and replaces the three-hour ferry.

What time does the tour start?

Your exact pickup time is sent the evening before, once flight timing is finalized. Plan for an early morning departure from Nassau.

Can I bring my own snorkeling gear?

Snorkeling equipment is provided and included. You're welcome to bring your own if you prefer.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Island-style lunch at a local restaurant is included, with vegan and gluten-free options available upon request.

How many people are on the boat?

Small groups average 8 guests per boat. Private boat upgrades are available for a more exclusive experience.

What's included in the price?

Roundtrip flight, hotel pickup and return, boat tour with all seven stops, lunch, snorkeling gear, towels, bottled water, soft drinks, and beer onboard.

Can pregnant travelers or those with medical conditions join?

Pregnant guests and travelers with medical conditions are welcome but should consult their doctor first, as the experience includes flights, boat travel, water activities, and movement on and off the boat.

What if I'm not a strong swimmer?

The tour is suitable for all fitness levels. Most stops involve shallow water, and snorkeling gear and guidance are provided. Let your captain know your comfort level when you board.