Exuma: Powerboat Day Trip with Swimming Pigs & Lunch

Summary

Feed iguanas swim with pigs taste conch salad on Exuma’s cay escape

You’ll zip across turquoise water by powerboat from Nassau to Exuma’s Ship Channel Cay, feeding iguanas on Allens Cay before swimming with pigs and stingrays. Taste fresh conch salad made right there, enjoy an open bar and buffet lunch under palms, and watch a shark show before heading home sun-drenched and happy.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect the water to look that blue — like someone turned up the color just for us. We left Nassau early, the city noise dropping away as our powerboat picked up speed. The guide, Marcus, grinned and shouted over the engine, “Hold on!” I could smell salt and sunscreen, my hair already tangled from the wind. First stop was Allens Cay where these little endangered iguanas darted out for grapes. They’re faster than you’d think — one nearly snatched my finger instead of the fruit. Marcus laughed and said they know tourists better than locals by now.

The run down to Ship Channel Cay was wild — spray everywhere, sunglasses nearly lost (I held onto mine like a lifeline). When we landed, it felt like we’d found our own patch of Bahamas: white sand, a lazy breeze, and not much else except the crew setting up lunch. There was this conch salad demo — I tried a bite straight from the shell and it tasted cold and briny with a squeeze of lime. Someone played soca music from a phone while we watched stingrays flap past in the shallows. Then came the swimming pigs — honestly, they’re bigger than I thought and pretty pushy about snacks.

Lunch was buffet style under some palm trees (I went back for seconds — don’t judge). The open bar was flowing but I stuck to pineapple juice after that boat ride. At some point there was a shark show? I half-watched while drying off in the sun; still can’t decide if those sharks were showing off or just bored of us gawking at them. On the way back to Nassau I dozed off for a bit, skin salty and tired in that good way you get after being outside all day.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Powerboat to private island and lunch

• Depart Nassau by powerboat
• Feed iguanas at Allens Cay
• High-speed cruise to Ship Channel Cay
• Enjoy buffet lunch and open bar
• Participate in provided activities and use gear

Top questions

How long is the Exuma powerboat day trip from Nassau?

The tour lasts most of the day, including travel time between Nassau and Ship Channel Cay.

Are hotel pickups included for this Exuma tour?

Yes, hotel pickup and drop-off are included in your booking.

Can you swim with pigs on this Exuma tour?

Yes, swimming pig interaction at Ship Channel Cay is part of the experience.

Is lunch provided during the Exuma powerboat adventure?

Yes, there’s an all-inclusive buffet lunch along with an open bar on Ship Channel Cay.

What animals can you see or feed on this trip?

You’ll feed iguanas at Allens Cay and can interact with stingrays and swimming pigs at Ship Channel Cay.

Is this tour suitable for people with back or neck problems?

No, it’s not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or similar health concerns due to high-speed boat travel.

Are children allowed on this Exuma tour?

No infants below age 2 are allowed; otherwise children can join if they meet safety requirements.

What should I bring for this Exuma day trip?

A bathing suit, flip flops, change of clothes are recommended; leave valuables behind due to water activities.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off from Nassau, high-speed powerboat transfers to Allens Cay and Ship Channel Cay, access to fresh water showers, snacks throughout the day plus an all-inclusive buffet lunch under palm trees with an open bar. You’ll also get hands-on moments like feeding iguanas, tasting fresh conch salad prepared by local crew members, interacting with stingrays and swimming pigs—plus a shark show before heading back home salty but satisfied.