Nassau: Swimming Pigs, Turtles & Snorkel Tour with Lunch

Summary

Swim with pigs and turtles near nassau plus snorkeling lunch

You’ll float over bright reefs off Nassau, feed curious turtles at Green Cay, then laugh as swimming pigs paddle up at Pig Beach. Taste fresh conch salad made by Captain Mario before cruising home under Bahamian sun — it’s one of those days you’ll replay in your head long after.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I remember is Captain Mario grinning as we climbed onto the boat in Nassau — he handed me a cold drink (rum punch, I think?) before I’d even sat down. There was this easy chatter among the crew; someone cracked a joke about sunscreen and my friend nearly dropped her hat into the harbor. Didn’t expect to feel so instantly relaxed. The water out here really is that wild turquoise you see in photos, but it’s the sound — engines humming low, gulls overhead — that stuck with me on the way to Pearl Island.

I’m not much of a snorkeler but Mario just tossed me a life jacket and said “You’ll be fine!” so I went for it. The reef at Pearl Island was busy with flashes of yellow fish and bits of coral that looked almost painted on. Salt stung my lips. Afterward, back on board, we headed to Green Cay where our guide Li showed us how to hold conch shells so turtles would come right up — one brushed my hand with its flipper (felt rubbery and gentle), and Li laughed when I tried to say its name in Mandarin. Probably butchered it.

Pig Beach was next — honestly, the pigs are bigger than I expected! They sort of paddle out toward you looking hopeful for snacks. One nuzzled my knee and left a muddy streak on my leg; everyone laughed (me included). It’s silly but also kind of sweet seeing them swim around like that. Somewhere between all this, Mario whipped up fresh conch salad right on the boat — lime juice sharp in the air, hands sticky from citrus and saltwater. We drifted back toward Nassau with music playing low and sunburn creeping up on my shoulders. Still think about that view sometimes.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Island hopping and wildlife encounters

• Pick up in Nassau at 9:30 AM
• Snorkel at Pearl Island coral reefs
• Explore Gilligan's Island
• Swim with turtles at Green Cay
• Swim with swimming pigs at Pig Beach
• Enjoy Conch tasting on the boat
• Return to hotel or cruise port

Top questions

How long is the Swimming Pigs & Turtles tour from Nassau?

The boat trip lasts about 3 hours including all stops.

Does this tour include lunch or drinks?

Yes, lunch, snacks, bottled water, soft drinks, beers, and alcoholic beverages are included.

Are snorkeling equipment and life jackets provided?

Snorkeling gear, life jackets, and floating noodles are provided for all guests.

Is hotel pickup included in Nassau?

Yes, hotel or cruise port pickup and drop-off are included in Nassau.

Can infants join this tour?

Infants can join but must sit on an adult’s lap during the trip.

Where does the tour start?

The tour starts from Nassau with pickup between 9:30 AM and 9:45 AM.

What islands do we visit during this day trip?

You’ll visit Pearl Island for snorkeling, Green Cay for turtles, Gilligan’s Island, and Pig Beach for swimming pigs.

Is there a local guide on board?

Yes, local guides like Captain Mario lead the tour throughout.

What’s included

Your day includes roundtrip hotel or cruise port pickup in Nassau, a three-hour island-hopping boat ride with stops for snorkeling at Pearl Island, feeding turtles at Green Cay, meeting swimming pigs at Pig Beach plus snacks and a fresh conch tasting lunch prepared onboard by Captain Mario; drinks (alcoholic or not) flow freely along with WiFi access and all snorkeling equipment provided before returning you comfortably back to your hotel or ship.