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Want to see the Original Swimming Pigs in Exuma or the world-famous pink sand beach on Harbour Island? How about a tour of Nassau Harbour paired with a exhilarating boat ride to Rose Island to see its charming family of pigs?

At Pieces of 8, our group tours are unforgettable and our team is the finest in the business!

Swim With the Pigs

• ​Mondays - Saturday
• 7:30 am – 4:00 pm
• $439/Ages 7+
• $330/Ages 2-6

Pink Sands Escape

• Monday, Wednesday & Friday
• 7:30 am – 4:00pm

Harbour Tour & Rose Island Swimming Pigs

• Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday
• 10 am – 3:00pm
• $299/Ages 7+
• $255/Ages (2-6)

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Enter the world of Powerboat Adventures: Board our high speed powerboats for the most exciting trip of your life.

A rush of adrenaline as you leave Nassau to chill with the Exuma Swimming Pigs, feed wild stingrays, sharks and iguanas… surrounded by spectacular views on our very own private Exuma island…

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For over 20 years, Powerboat Adventures has been delighting guests from across the globe with the most amazing Exuma Excursion in The Bahamas.

We were the original pioneers of the Exuma tour, and remain the most popular and well received day trip available. Our blend of excitement, natural beauty and impeccable service is unmatched ,

One key to our amazing day is our island, Ship Channel Cay…

No waiting for 30 other boat tours to leave before you can find space to pull up for 10 minutes with the wildlife.

Having our own private place for our guests allowed us to build out the old cottage on the island to provide our bar, dining areas, and a perfect base to hang out in some shade. Throw in sweeping panoramic views of the most amazing water in the world, and we truly do have it all !

The Swimming Pigs, The Stingrays and our Other Friends

And then there’s our wildlife… long before swimming pigs became a ‘thing’, Ship Channel Cay island was home to wild pigs that settled there many, many years before we were on the cay.

They would regularly come down to the beach and nudge a guest for a treat, or just lounge in the sun before cooling off in the water, unphased by the sharks lazily circling close by, or the stingrays gliding up and down the shallow sands.

Today, the swimming pigs on the island are still as friendly, still as cheeky, and still as cute! Our love and respect for the pigs, sharks and stingrays prompted us to ensure all our crew were fully trained in both handling the wildlife and ensuring our guests are kept safe throughout the day.

So come, join us for the experience of a lifetime – you’re in good hands!

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How to Get from Nassau to Pig Beach, Bahamas: Best Tours & Costs

If you’re wondering where to swim with pigs and how to get from Nassau to Pig Beach, Bahamas, wonder no more. You will find all the information you need below.

I remember seeing the first pictures and videos of pigs swimming in the crystal-clear turquoise water of Exuma, an archipelago comprising more than 365 islands in the Bahamas.

A few months later, I had the opportunity to visit the Bahamas and went swimming not only with pigs but also with sharks in Exuma and had an unforgettable time!

If you want to know how to get to Pig Island from Nassau to have one of the most unique experiences in the Caribbean, how to book a Pig Beach tour, how much the tours cost, and also the cheapest way to swim with pigs in the Bahamas, do not worry because I’m covering everything in this post.

Are you planning a last-minute trip to the Bahamas?

If you’re booking your trip to the Bahamas last minute, I have you covered. Below are some of the best tours, hotels and more!

🇧🇸 Popular tours/activities in Nassau (and nearby):

• Exuma Full-day Experience (top-selling tour)
• ATV Island Tour with Beach Break and Lunch (free pickup and drop-off included)
• Nassau Food Tasting and Cultural Walking Tour (top-rated tour)
• Nassau Rum Tasting and Culinary Walking Tour (likely to sell out)

🛌 Best places to stay in Nassau:

• Budget : Hillcrest  (a hostel located in Downtown Nassau offering mixed and female dormitories)
• Mid-range : Sandyport Beach Resort  (pastel-coloured villas surrounded by palm trees with a private beach area)
• Luxury : Grand Hyatt Baha Mar (5-star hotel with 6 outdoor pools, a private beach, a golfing course and family-friendly activities)

🛫 Want to get from Nassau Airport to the city centre? Find the best hassle-free transfer options here!

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Where is Pig Beach, Bahamas?

The world-famous and super cute swimming pigs of Exuma live at Big Major Cay, also known as Pig Beach, an island entirely uninhabited by humans, located around 82 mi southeast of Nassau, Bahama’s capital, and 50 mi northwest of George Town, Exuma’s capital.

How the pigs got to Big Major Cay nobody knows, but the fact is that they live in a piece of paradise.

How to get to Pig Beach from Nassau

There are only two ways to get from Nassau to Pig Island, by boat or plane.

Traveling from the Bahamas’s capital you can fly directly to Staniel Cay, just a 30-minute ride, or book a swim-with-pigs tour from Nassau by powerboat. Below you find the details about these two options available and many tips to plan your trip.

1 – Book a Pig Beach Tour with Flight included

If you’ve been dreaming about swimming with pigs in the original Pig Beach in the Bahamas, my recommendation is to book a day trip from Nassau with everything included. It’s much easier, cheaper and stress-free.

If you book this Intimate Pig Beach Excursion to Exuma Swimming Pigs & Flight Options with Viator, a Trip Advisor company, you’ll pay US$ 750 /per person. Including roundtrip to the airport .

Excluded : lunch.

The tour has seven stops and apart from swimming with the pigs, you’ll also get the chance to feed iguanas, pet the sharks and snorkel in one of the best snorkelling spots in the world, Thunderball Grotto (where the James Bond homonym movie was filmed).

The flight has only a few seats, so booking your ticket in advance is highly recommended. Check out the reviews and tour details here .

Another seven-stop tour with flights included that might interest you is this one that departs at 8:00 AM from a private and hassle-free airport in Nassau, which can be much more convenient. The tour includes roundtrip airport transfers, soft drinks, light snacks and lunch .

Book your tour online in advance

P.S.1: These tours are currently available only for two or more travelers . If you are travelling alone or put only one person , it’ll say that the tour is unavailable .

P.S.2: You can reserve any of these two tours now, pay it later and get a full refund up to 24h before the activity starts in case you need to cancel it.

• Don’t miss: 15 Best Things to Do in Nassau

2 – Book a Pig Beach Tour from Nassau by Powerboat

The cheapest way to visit Pig Beach and swim with the famous swimming pigs of Exuma is to book a Pig Beach tour from Nassau by powerboat.

You can book this Exuma Island Hopping & Swimming Pigs Tour with Lunch from Nassau for approximately US$ 438 , or this Exuma full-day Experience , which includes a stop at Pablo Escobar’s plane crash, pick up & drop off, food and beverage for US$ 468 .

Both tours have really good reviews, friendly local guides and great service. You can reserve it now and pay later.

The tours take up to 8-9h and are subject to weather conditions.

P.S: Please note that the boat ride from Nassau to Pig Beach takes an average of 3h, and is not suitable for children under three years old, pregnant women or persons with recent back injuries or major surgery.

• Check my suggestions on what to pack for the Bahamas here .

My Experience getting to Pig Island

While planning my Three-day trip to the Bahamas , one of the places that I really wanted to see was Exuma Island, which features some of the clearest and most beautiful sapphire-blue water on the planet.

When I discovered that I could go swimming with pigs and sharks in Exuma, I hesitated a bit at first, because I was scared of sharks, but then decided to do it no matter how much money I would have to spend.

I didn’t know how to get to Pig Beach from Nassau, so I was searching for tour companies and found Coastline Adventures. They gave me all the information I needed in order to go from Nassau to Exuma for the day trip to see the hilarious swimming pigs.

I took the first flight from Nassau to George Town at 6:00 AM, the driver picked me up at the airport around 7:00 and then the other people who were joining the tour at their hotels.

The Coastline Adventure Swimming Pigs tour was excellent!

We sailed on the crystal clear water of different shades of blue of Exuma Cays, saw some islands owned by celebrities and stopped on a breathtaking sandbank.

We also went to Thunderball Grotto (where two James Bond movies were shot), passed Nicolas Cage’s Island and of course went swimming with pigs at Big Major Cay and with sharks at Compass Cay.

The music on the boat was really good, and the vibe was awesome. We had free drinks and a lot of fun feeding and swimming with the pigs and piglets.

The Swimming Pigs Tour covers a total of over 120 miles. So be prepared to spend a lot of time on the boat and under the sun.

In the end, they dropped me off at the airport on time to catch my flight back to Nassau.

How much does it cost to swim with pigs in the Bahamas?

If you’re in Nassau or Paradise Island you’ll spend at least US$ 438 for a Swimming with Pigs Tour by powerboat , and US$ 750 if you book a tour with flight included.

In case you’re already on Exuma Island and want to swim with the famous pigs, you’ll spend a minimum of US$ 448 or 336 (if you’re in a group of four) on a Pig Island Tour.

If you’re on a budget, the cheapest way to swim with pigs in the Bahamas is to take a Pig Beach tour from Nassau to Athol Island from US$ 140 or Rose Island from US$ 195 . But note that these are not the original Pig Island.

My recommendation, is, of course, to go to Exuma, because it’s a stunning archipelago, and you will also visit other beautiful islands along the way.

I’m not adding here the costs to get to the Bahamas because they can vary significantly depending on many factors, such as time of the year, distance traveled, etc.

Flying directly to Staniel Cay from Nassau the minimum you’ll spend will be US$ 250 , and from Fort Lauderdale (Miami area) around US$ 897.40 .

• Further read: Where to Swim with Pigs in the Bahamas

Final Considerations & Tips

Some things to take into consideration when you plan your Swimming with Pigs trip are:

– The full-day Swimming with Pigs tours are long (8-9h) and you spend a considerable amount of time on the boat.

– Bear in mind that open sea safari tours are not suitable for expectant mothers, infants and persons with back, knee, neck and heart problems or conditions affected by high-speed travel.

– The tours that depart from Nassau and Paradise Island are subject to cancellation due to weather conditions (wind, rain, hurricane, etc), so make sure to book it for the next day after you arrive, so if it gets cancelled, you may have another chance to do it.

– Flying direct to Staniel Cay is much easier, and faster and you’ll spend less time sailing, but it’ll be more expensive.

– For me, the best option is to stay two or three nights in Grand Exuma, take the tour in one day and enjoy the islands/beach in front of the hotel during the others.

– If you have limited time, my recommendation is to book this tour .

– Note that if you’re traveling to the Bahamas on a cruise ship you might not have enough time to take in a Pig Beach Tour.

– Be careful when you feed the pigs and the iguanas too.

– Pack light and don’t forget to bring sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses and your camera, please.

Safe travels and have fun in the Bahamas and swimming with the pigs in Exuma.

More posts about the Bahamas that might interest you:

• Swimming with Pigs and Sharks in The Bahamas
• The Bahamas

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Visiting the Bahamas

Where’s it located.

The Bahamas is located in the Atlantic Ocean, 50 mi off the coast of Florida. The country is comprised of 700 islands sprinkled over 100,000 square miles (check the map here ).

How to get there

The main airport is the Nassau International Airport , now known as Lynden Pindling International Airport , which is situated 10 mi west of Nassau, New Providence Island.

You can book your flights with Skyscanner which is the website that I use and trust.

From the U.S. there are direct flights with Delta ,  United, JetBlue, BahamasAir  and  Southwest Airlines.

There are direct flights with Air Canada departing from Canada.

From other countries is easier to fly to the U.S., Miami or Fort Lauderdale, than take another flight from there.

To Exuma, there’s an international airport in Moss Town, northwest of George Town, and there are direct flights from Nassau, Miami, Atlanta and Toronto.

There is also a ferryboat from Nassau to Exuma with Bahamas Ferries , but it’s a very long journey.

Best Time to Visit the Bahamas

The Bahamas can be visited all year round with temperatures ranging from 21C (70F) in the winter and 26-32C (80-90F) during the summer.

But there are two things to consider:

• The hurricane season lasts from June to November.
• The months with the most rain are May and June.

Where to stay near Pig Beach

I stayed in Nassau at Coco Plum Resorts Bahamas, (which I don’t recommend) and just flew to Exumas to take the tour.

If you’re looking for hotels near Pig Beach my recommendations are Embrace Resort , Paradise Bay , Exuma Beach Resort .

If you want to stay in the capital area, I recommend:

Nassau : Sandyport Beach Resort , British C olonial Hilton Nassau , Holiday Inn Express , Meliá Nassau Beach .

Paradise Island : Bay View Suites , Comfort Suites , The Cove Atlantis , The Ocean Club .

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2 thoughts on “How to Get from Nassau to Pig Beach, Bahamas: Best Tours & Costs”

What do you recommend me if I am from Mexico? Just 4 days to vacations thanks!!

Hola Mario. Que tal? I would suggest something similar of what I did. Spend sometime in Nassau and Paradise Island, and go to Exuma for the day. You can book this tour https://bit.ly/3aVXlRd or if you think that is too expensive, book this one instead https://bit.ly/3c5V6uD I also recommend that yo read this post: https://www.7continents1passport.com/three-days-in-the-bahamas/ So you can have an idea of what to do 😉 Saludos y buen viaje Mario.

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Swimming Pigs Rose Island, Bahamas

Swimming Pigs of Rose Island.

The Swimming Pigs (at Sandy Toes)

Our Day Excursions aren’t just about the swimming pigs, we also offer a snorkeling tour, a private beach on a private island, a hammock garden, a world-famous beach bar, and kayak and tube rentals! You may have heard of the wild pigs in Exuma, we’re a much different experience. Please see below for some of our differences:

• 25 minute trip Spend more time on the beach or with the pigs with a short 25 minute boat ride to Rose Island vs a 2 hour trip each way to Exuma.
• Rose Island pigs Raised by Sandy Toes from babies so they are tame, safe, and happy.
• More time with the piggies! Sandy Toes pigs come out to play throughout the entire day (weather permitting) as opposed to the Exuma pigs where it’s a 20 minute stop, then your tour moves on to another island.
• Royally cared for Our Sandy Toes pigs get the royal treatment daily. From nutritional care, skin and spa care, vet visits and vaccinations, lots of love, cuddles, safe and protected sleeping paddocks, and of course the best beach and swimming environment piggy could ask for!
• Safe Since the Sandy Toes piggies are not wild, they’re safe to be around.
• Clean Cleanliness is important for the safety of our guests and pigs, so we take extra steps to ensure a clean environment for everyone.
• Not Exuma pigs The Exuma pigs are wild and 89 miles from Nassau. A 2 hour trip.
• More to do Our piggies love to be the stars of the show but we have other experiences on this day trip as well. So you get the pigs and so much more. Our Day Excursions offer a snorkeling tour, a private beach on a private island, a hammock garden, a world-famous beach bar, kayak and tube rentals, and some amazing beachside massages!
• Much closer The Sandy Toes experience that includes the pigs is MUCH closer; 6 miles (9.2km) while the Exuma pigs are a whopping 89 miles (143km) away. That’s 2 hours by boat!

Only 25 minutes

from Paradise Island to Rose Island

The Bahamas Swimming Pigs are quite well known in the beautiful islands, and you may have thought you had to travel so far to see them; Not anymore! Sandy Toes is home to a sanctuary of protected wildlife including our Royal Peacocks, curly tail lizards, ocean reef life and our beloved “farm – saved” beach going, swimming pigs!

Meet Babe, Wilbur, Pumba, Larry, Curly, Mo, Ginger, Pepper, and Spice, just some of our awesome Rose Island piggies! Our wide range of big guys and some little guys are vet checked and cared for on the regular, and only given the cleanest diet served with plenty of love, sunshine, and sunscreen (yes, sunscreen!) With tons of space to run around, the ocean next door to take a dip in, and a protected and shaded pad to call their own, they’re living the dream on Rose Island! Come see for yourself!

The swimming pigs are part of our Full Day Excursions from Nassau to Rose Island. The experience (which is totally optional) is included in your price along with access to the island, snorkeling, lunch, and all of the other amazing Sandy Toes amenities already available to our guests!

Distance from Paradise Island to Sandy Toes, Rose Island

The distance from Paradise Island to Pig Beach, Exuma

What you need to know about the Swimming Pigs

As if your day wasn’t action packed enough with the Sandy Toes day excursion, we’ve thrown in some face time with some of the most lovable animals you’ll ever meet. They love the attention and we provide healthy, hearty snacks for you to feed them with while you get your swimming pig selfies.

We also take great pride in making sure our piggies are as healthy and as happy as they can be. That means we seek the highest level of veterinary certification through the Government of The Bahamas. See our official seal below:

A day in the life of the Pigs

Here’s a quick video to show you a part of your Day Excursion as you get to feed the piggies. Our day excursions fill up fast so make sure to book in advance!

Can you swim with the pigs in Nassau?

The answer used to be no, until now! If you’re staying at Atlantis, Baha Mar, AirBnB or anywhere on Nassau, in a quick 25 minute cruise up to Rose Island, the answer is yes! We’re all waiting for you!

This attraction is only available on the Sandy Toes Day Excursions . 
No other excursions or charter boats come to our private Sandy Toes location or interact with our Sandy Toes pigs. These experiences are unique to the Sandy Toes Day Excursion guests only and should not be confused with other “Rose Island” swimming pigs experiences. We are the authentic and original swimming pigs experience on Rose Island and we would love to have you come and visit us.

Swimming Pig Excursion From Nassau

Children 6 Years Old and Under Tour Free! Flight Not Included

Avoid the weather cancellations and long ride from Nassau, come direct to Pig's Beach on our quick 30-minute flight!

Swimming Pigs Excursion from Nassau Only $597 Including Quick Flight

Small-Group Tours! Depending on the boat, you will never be with more than 12 people ( including yourself) on our biggest boat and 5 on our smallest. We only offer luxury group tours that feel private.

Children 6 and Under Tour Free, Flight Not Included $234

In 3 Simple Steps

Skip the three hour ride from Nassau spend more time at each of the seven stops

1. Swim With The Pigs

Pigs can’t fly but they sure can swim; join us as we embark on this magical Swimming Pigs Tour adventure! Swim with friendly sharks at compass cay, feed the swimming pigs and get a close look at the endangered Bahamian Rock Iguanas all while cruising in the pristine waters of the Exuma Cays.

The Swimming Pigs

In the middle of paradise, with billionaires and celebrities for neighbors, is an island populated only by swimming pigs . For decades, this archipelago of 365 islands would remain largely unknown to the world. It would not be a ruthless pirate, pioneering loyalists, a notorious drug kingpin, or the infamous Fyre Festival that would unveil Exuma to the world, but rather the most unlikely of creatures. Appearing in magazines, videos, newspapers, commercials, TV shows, and countless selfies, the Swimming Pigs of Exuma, in the Bahamas, have become a bucket-list sensation and have been named one of the marvels of the universe.

Big Major Cay, is a daydream when you meet the inhabitants: loud, snorting pigs paddling out to greet you like a jolly bunch of golden retrievers rushing to the door when their owner finally gets home from a long day of work.

The locals at Big Major’s “Pig Beach” are transplants rather than native islanders, just like many of the people you’ll meet in the area. And though they’ve clearly taken to their tropical digs and rising popularity — spurred in part by a dramatic appearance on “The Bachelor” and more than a few well-liked Instagram posts — the rewards of fame are free food. Most tours to the island start at 9 a.m. It’s best to go early in the morning for the most uninterrupted attention from the pigs. By late afternoon, you’ll usually find them tuckered out with full bellies, and they’re more likely to lounge in the sand than to paddle through the water with you.

2. Swimming With The Sharks On Compass Cay

with Staniel Cay Adventures

Does swimming with the sharks sound dangerous? This part of a tour can be loads of fun! Nurse sharks, the bottom-dwelling sharks that live in warm, shallow waters of the Bahamas are a friendly bunch. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to get up close at Compass Cay just north of Staniel Cay

The nurse sharks are – for the most part – harmless to swimmers and snorkelers.

Nurse sharks may have the ominous dorsal fin of a predator but they are much more easygoing than your average shark. These sharks are greyish-brown in appearance, reach 7.5 to 9.75 feet long, and weigh up to 300 pounds! Young nurse sharks can be identified by their spots. Nurse sharks feed on the fish, squid, and crabs of shallow ocean floors, and use their strong jaws to crush and eat shellfish, and even coral.

Is it safe to swim with nurse sharks?

A human fear of sharks is not without reason, but it just so happens that nurse sharks are laid-back and mostly harmless. That is why many divers and snorkelers visit the Bahamas to swim with sharks. Nurse sharks that live near marinas are fed by local fisherman and have grown accustomed to the presence of humans. This makes them much more friendly. Having your own day tour with Staniel Cay Adventures allows you to take advantage of every opportunity to swim with the nurse sharks.

3. Visit The Iguanas On Bitter Guana Cay

With Staniel Cay Adventures

The Exuma Island Iguana is a critically endangered subspecies of northern Bahamian rock iguana that is found on the Exuma island chain in the Bahamas with a wild population of 1,300 animals, it is listed on the IUCN Red List. Iguanas of Bitter Guana Cay is a must stop to visit with amazing coral rock formations hand over a picture perfect little sandy beach. The Exuma Island iguana is the smallest of the three subspecies of C. cychlura . It attains a total length of close to 3.3 ft. Its coloration is dark-gray to black, with white or orange tinged scales on the head and snout depending upon which cay the iguana is from. As soon as you step on Bitter Guana Cay, you will notice the island is filled with iguanas. These iguanas are endangered species, with the population being less than 5,000.

If you just pass by, you will not notice the dozen of iguanas on the island; they won’t move or scurry or even blink. When you pull up in the boat and hit the sandy beach they will run out to greet to you like a long lost friend. They hang around like puppy dogs, basking in the sun & playing with the visitors. Just like the other islands in The Exumas that are inhabited by wildlife, these are accustomed to people visiting them. As you walk the beach, you will notice some stay in hiding; they are super friendly, although they will only let you get so close.

Due to their isolation to the rest of the world, the iguanas are indigenous to this island & are not found anywhere else. This subspecies is found on at least seven small cays throughout the central and southern Exuma island chain of the B ahamas: Bitter Guana Cay, Gaulin Cay, White Bay Cay, Noddy Cay, North Adderly Cay, Leaf Cay, and Guana Cay. The entire population on Leaf Cay was translocated to Pasture Cay in 2002.The Exuma Island iguana utilizes a variety of habitats from sandy beaches and xeric limestone devoid of vegetation to dry forests. The iguanas use limestone crevices or sand burrows for retreats at night and in adverse weather conditions The Exuma Island iguana, like most Cyclura species is primarily herbivorous, consuming leaves, flowers, berries, and fruits from over 100 plant species. Favored food plants include seaside rock shrub , darling plum , pride of big pine , joewood , black torch , seagrape silver thatch palm, white stopper , bay cedar , and the rotting fruit of seven-year apple . The Exuma Island iguana is also an important means of distributing these seeds to new areas (particularly when females migrate to their nesting areas) and, as the largest native herbivores of their island’s ecosystem, they are essential for maintaining the balance between climate and vegetation. The longevity record in captivity for an Exuma Island iguana is twenty-three years, six months.

The iguanas live in large social colonies with a lack of social structure; typically not aggressive towards each other. They bask in the sun, relax & greet with visitors to their own private island.

4. Snorkel Thunderball Grotto

Retrace 007’s swim-finned steps with an unforgettable excursion to this famous turquoise grotto.

Cue the martinis, bombshells in bikinis, and MI6 secret weapons. Thunderball Grotto, an underwater cave that’s been featured in two James Bond movies, also happens to be one of the most spectacular places to snorkel in the Bahamas.

A short boat ride from the northwest coast of Staniel Cay in the Exumas, Thunderball Grotto has played host to several silver screen gems, including Bond flicks Thunderball (1965) and Never Say Never Again (1983), Splash (yes, the one where Daryl Hannah plays a mermaid), and Into the Blue , starring Jessica Alba.

In Thunderball , Sean Connery’s James Bond heads to the Bahamas to recover two nuclear warheads stolen by global terrorist organization SPECTRE.

Thunderball Grotto

Thunderball Grotto is located two minutes from Staniel Cay Exuma, offering an incredible underwater cave system is great for snorkeling and wading. You will experience a variety of friendly marine life along with brilliantly colored coral reefs and Sergeant Majors ,Yellow-tail snappers and Angel fish. We provide professionally maintained snorkeling equipment from our certified PADI Dive Master .

5. Staniel Cay Yacht Club

The centerpiece of the Staniel Cay community is the famous and historic Staniel Cay Yacht Club ; a luxury boutique hotel with over water bungalows, marina, restaurant and bar. With close proximity to Staniel Cay Yacht Club is known by some as the gateway to the Exumas. Staniel Cay Yacht Club is the perfect place to lunch and people watch.

6. Exuma's Famous Sandbars

With sapphire-blue water everywhere, The Exumas are an exotic collection of dream destinations. The white sand exquisiteness and tropical waters make for an excellent destination on any Bahamas day trip to the Exumas. It is just one of many attractions within the vicinity of Staniel Cay. Staniel Cay Adventures stops at one of the most spectacular in the Bahamas. Enjoy the incredible shallow and narrow channels of crystal clear blues and stunning white sand beach that peek out of the water at low tide. You will see exotic life under the sea and experience quiet seclusion like you can’t get in other parts of the Bahamas. The Exuma sandbars are the definition of an oasis deep in the Bahamas!

7. Snorkel a Sunken Plane

The wreckage of one of Pablo and Carlos’ plane, lies just off of Staniel Cay in shallow water. We will anchor the boat and snorkel the most famous plane crash in the Bahamas.

Private Tour Options

Experience the magical adventure of the exuma cays.

Join us for a magical Staniel Cay Adventure and you will have an experience like no other! Are you looking for something new and exciting? Then look no further than our list of unique tours that are not offered by anyone else. We at Staniel Cay Adventures have curated a list of activities for you that will surely get you excited.

Follow these simple steps to join the Swimming Pigs Excursion from Nassau

Step One: Call or email us to let us know your arrival date and time so we can check availability on our swimming pig tour from Nassau [email protected]   Call (242) 524-8062  or What’s App

Step Two:   Take a taxi to the airport for your flight to Staniel Cay, Please arrive at the airport and be checked in no later than 7 am. Have your camera ready as we believe that the flight is an experience in itself!

Step Three: When you land in Staniel Cay our professional tour guide and  luxury boat  service will greet you and whisk you away to start making memories on the swimming pig tour that will  last a life time. “It’s Da Ting To Do!”

The Original Swimming Pig Excursion from Nassau to Staniel Cay

In the middle of paradise, with billionaires and celebrities as neighbors, is an island populated only by swimming pigs. This archipelago of 365 islands would remain largely unknown to the world for decades. It would not be a ruthless pirate, pioneering loyalists, a notorious drug kingpin, or the infamous Fyre Festival that would unveil Exuma to the world, but rather the most unlikely of creatures. Appearing in magazines, videos, newspapers, commercials, TV shows, and countless selfies, the Swimming Pigs of Staniel Cay Exuma in the Bahamas have become a bucket-list sensation and have been named one of the marvels of the universe.

Meet the wildlife of Euxma by boat

Explore over 10 miles of diverse land and sea ecosystems

Feed the turtles, visit the original swimming pigs, swim with the sharks, and feed the iguanas.

Journey to see the sandbars or snorkel the shallow reefs

Group Tour $597  Per person From Nassau

 Children 6 and Under Flight is $234.

All prices exclude 10% VAT and a Credit Card Processing Fee of 5%

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Swimming Pig Group Tour from Nassau

$ 597.00

Swimming Pigs Tour includes: Swimming Pigs, Pet Sharks on Compass Cay, Iguanas, Thunderball Grotto, Stop for Lunch at the Staniel Cay Yacht Club and swimming on an incredible sandbar. Or if you would like a custom private tour we are happy to show you around are beautiful cays.

Children under 6 Flight:  $234 Children under 6 Tour: (free) Adults Flight and Tour:  $597

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The original swimming pigs tour adventure on staniel cay.

In the middle of paradise, with billionaires and celebrities for neighbors, is an island populated only by swimming pigs. For decades, this archipelago of 365 islands would remain largely unknown to the world. It would not be a ruthless pirate, pioneering loyalists, a notorious drug kingpin, or the infamous Fyre Festival that would unveil Exuma to the world, but rather the most unlikely of creatures. Appearing in magazines, videos, newspapers, commercials, TV shows, and countless selfies, the Swimming Pigs of Staniel Cay Exuma, in the Bahamas, have become a bucket-list sensation and have been named one of the marvels of the universe.

Feed the turtles, visit the original  swimming pigs , swim with the sharks and feed the iguanas.

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Nassau Swimming Pigs Tour includes: Swimming Pigs, Pet Sharks on Compass Cay, Iguanas, Thunderball Grotto, Stop for Lunch at the Staniel Cay Yacht Club and swimming on an incredible sandbar. Or if you would like a custom private tour we are happy to show you around are beautiful cays.

Swimming Pigs Excursion From Nassau to Staniel Cay Frequently Asked Questions

How far in advance do you need to book a nassau swimming pigs day tour.

The further out you book, the better chance of booking your preferred date. Nassua Day Tours get booked fast make your booking in advance if you can’t then email or call us and we will try to accommodate your schedule.

What is Provided For The Swimimng Pigs Tour?

• Fluffy Towels
• Water and soft drinks with lots of ice for those hot days
• Fish and Pig Snacks
• Sunscreen if needed
• Snorkeling gear that is professionally maintained
• Beach chairs and floats
• Phone Chargers and power supply
• Digital photos for download
• Local and experienced Boat Captain

You provide:

• Camera or smart phone
• Swim suit, hat and cover up for sun protection
• Cash for lunch, tips and $10 per person to swim with the pet sharks

Can I book Staniel Cay Swimming Pigs Day Tours by phone?

Yes! Call 1.242.524.8062

Can I book a private trip?

Yes, we offer private charter trips. Please see the chart below.

Does the tour still go out if it rains?

We go out as long as the weather permits, depending on the water condition and how heavy the rainfall is we will try to make it out rain or shine. We do have rain protection if needed. It is rare to have a full day of rain.

Who Should Not Go On The Nassau Swimming Pigs Tour

• Not recommended for pregnant women
• Not accessible for the physically challenged
• Not recommended for people with back problems or who have had a recent back surgery
• Not recommended for people with respiratory or heart problems
• Not recommended for people with a recent arm/hand surgery
• Not handicapped accessible

What Do We to Bring on The Nassau Swimming Pigs Tour

• Change of Clothes
• Water Shoes
• Insect Repellent

Who will our tour guides be?

We have licensed local captains that have all grown up in the Exuma Cays and have many years of experience.

Do we have to tip our Nassau Swimming Pigs Tour Guides?

Tips are not required but are much appreciated; more than often, people provide tips to our captains.

How much cash should we take and do they accept U.S. currency?

Yes, every island accepts U.S. currency and Bahamian Currency. Bring enough money for souvenirs and $10.00 for swimming with the Compass Cay Pet Sharks.

How much tip do you think we should give?

Tips can vary depending on how many people are in your group.

Will there be somewhere to leave our personal items while on the swimming pigs tour?

Our boats have dry areas that we can stash your personal belongings during the tour.

What should we wear for the Nassau Swimming Pigs Tour?

Wear appropriate weather gear and always have a swimsuit on underneath!

Is lunch included?

No, lunch is not included on the Swimming Pigs Staniel Cay Day Tour. We offer snacks, water, and soda.

Where do we meet for pick up?

When you land on Staniel Cay, we will be right there to greet you.

Can I give a tour as a gift?

Of course, you can! Email us or give us a call, and we can help if you want it to be a surprise.

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Reels of people frolicking with pigs on a beach in the Caribbean have more than likely surfaced on your TikTok and Instagram feeds at one point or another. After all, millions of people partake in this quintessential Bahamas experience each year, and the attraction is so popular that it's been replicated in other destinations.

If swimming with pigs in the Bahamas is on your bucket list, read on to discover the best tour options as well as what to consider when you visit.

Which Bahamas island has swimming pigs?

Located in the Exumas, Big Major Cay – commonly known as Pig Beach – is the original Bahamas island with swimming pigs. It is accessible from several islands in the Bahamas as well as Florida. Most swimming pig tours include other tourist attractions and experiences, including snorkeling in Thunderball Grotto (a filming location for two James Bond movies) and swimming with nurse sharks at Compass Cay.

How to get to Pig Beach from the Exumas

Staniel Cay: Staniel Cay is the closest inhabited island to Big Major Cay. Guests of Staniel Cay Yacht Club can take a short boat ride to Pig Beach via a local charter. 3N's Vacation Services and Staniel Cay Adventures are both reputable companies that offer such options.

Great Exuma: The largest island in the Exumas, Great Exuma houses some of the best resorts in the Bahamas , including the family-friendly Grand Isle Resort & Residences and the adults-only Sandals Emerald Bay . To get to Pig Beach from Great Exuma, it's best to book directly with your hotel. You'll have the option to take a full-day tour (with a roughly two-hour boat ride to the attractions from Great Exuma) or fly to Staniel Cay and take a short boat ride to Big Major Cay from there.

How to get to Pig Beach from Nassau

Pig Beach is reachable from Nassau via plane and/or boat. Below are some of the top-rated swimming pig tours from the Bahamas' capital city:

3N's Vacation Services: Swimming Pigs Flight & Tour

Price: From $675 per person Duration: 3.5 to 4 hours

This full-day, all-inclusive tour transports passengers from Nassau to Staniel Cay by plane, where you'll continue your excursion via boat. The tour includes several stops and activities:

• Swimming with pigs and feeding them tour-provided food at Pig Beach
• Swimming with nurse sharks at Compass Cay
• Snorkeling at Thunderball Grotto
• Visiting the iguanas of Guana Cay
• Strolling along a stunning sandbar
• A stop near Pablo Escobar's mysterious sunken plane on Norman's Cay

Snacks, lunch, soft drinks, beer and water are covered in tour rates; snorkel gear and towels are provided. Children ages 2 and younger are free, though this tour is not recommended for young kids. While tour groups are limited to 12 guests at maximum, private tours are available for a more intimate experience. Recent reviewers say they enjoyed this tour, though some expressed mixed feelings about the captains.

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Born Free Charters: Exuma Island Hopping and Swimming Pigs

Price: From $439 for adults; $329 for kids ages 2 to 6 Duration: 9 hours

This tour departs from Paradise Island by high-speed powerboat and stops at the following destinations:

• Allen Cay, to visit Bahamian rock iguanas
• Compass Cay, for swimming with the nurse sharks
• Great Exuma, for a Bahamian-style lunch buffet (included in tour rate)
• Norman's Cay, for snorkeling
• A sandbar for some beach time

Recent travelers highly recommend this tour, praising the guides, the lunch and the overall experience. Per the tour provider, this tour isn't recommended for children younger than 2, pregnant women, or those suffering from chronic back and/or neck pain.

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How to get to Pig Beach from Florida

There are a few reputable companies that offer Pig Beach tours from Miami and Fort Lauderdale. Below is a well-rated option:

Bahamas Air Tours: Miami to Bahamas Day Trip

Price: From $949 per person Duration: 12 hours

This full-day tour starts with private transportation from Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport. It also includes in-destination transportation to Pig Beach, Guana Cay, Thunderball Grotto, Compass Cay and the sandbars at Staniel Cay. Both alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages are included in the price as well. Recent travelers rave about this experience, with some noting it's the best tour they've ever taken.

Note that passports are required for this day trip, and that while children are permitted on the tour, it's not ideal for young kids. This excursion is also ill-suited for pregnant women, and the tour operator requires a doctor's clearance for expectant mothers. Tours are limited to nine guests (but require a minimum of five participants); private charters are also available.

Is Pig Beach ethical?

Even though the Bahamas limits the number of tour operators allowed to visit Pig Beach per day, there's some controversy surrounding the island and whether or not it's ethical to visit.

In 2017, several pigs were found dead after an influx of tourists left snacks on the beach, causing the pigs to ingest too much sand. Also, travelers can be aggressive with the pigs, often chasing them, picking them up or even trying to ride them.

In recent years, a number of safety measures have been put in place to protect both the pigs and tourists. Per the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, they include the following:

• A trough provides a designated feeding place for the pigs.
• Signage communicates rules to tourists, including what you can and cannot feed to the pigs. The pigs are restricted to a diet of fruits and vegetables, such as carrots, grapes, watermelon, apples and lettuce, and many guides supply these items for tourgoers. Some tour guides will provide bread as well, though processed food is not ideal for these animals.
• A local taskforce of caretakers is on the ground daily to ensure visitors and tour operators are engaging with the pigs responsibly.

While the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism maintains that the attraction is sustainable, know that there aren't any legal limitations protecting the pigs at this time.

How to be a responsible traveler at Pig Beach 

All tour guides are expected to share the following protocols with travelers; whether they do or not, it is important to respect these rules for both the safety of the pigs and you: 

• Remain calm at all times.
• Do not chase, pick up or ride the pigs.
• Do not engage with the pigs without supervision.
• Only use approved food from your tour operator, and do not feed the pigs alcohol.
• If you do not have feed, hold your hands up to show the pigs you do not have anything.

What to pack for your excursion

Pack a beach bag , dry bag or backpack with the following items:

• Reef-safe sunscreen
• Beach towel
• Camera and/or phone
• Waterproof phone pouch with lanyard
• Change of clothing
• Windbreaker or light jacket (in case of rain and because it gets chilly on the water)
• Cash and/or credit card (for tour guide tip and other purchases)

It's best to wear a swimsuit and a cover-up or T-shirt with sandals for the trip.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are several theories about the origin of the swimming pigs. The most logical is that when the Exumas gained popularity with the rich and famous in the 1980s and '90s, the resident pigs were too smelly to stay and were hence moved to the uninhabited island of Big Major Cay.

It is generally safe provided you're respectful of the animals. However, you should keep in mind that the pigs are known to bite if they're hungry and think you might have food you're not sharing. Because Big Major Cay is their home, they also defecate on the shoreline and in the water.

Most tour operators do not allow children under age 2 on these excursions, and based on our experience, we don't recommend bringing toddlers and young children in general — even if rates are free or discounted for them. Wait until your kids are a bit older.

Swimming with pigs on Big Major Cay – the original Pig Beach in the Bahamas – will cost you several hundred dollars – in part because Big Major Cay is a remote destination only accessible by boat. Of course, it is also pricey because of its popularity. Copycat experiences like swimming with the pigs on Rose Island are cheaper, but less authentic.

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Nassau Bahamas Swimming Pigs Tours

Want to swim with the pigs but don’t want a 4-hour boat ride to get there?  This tour is the answer.

The Bahamas Swimming Pigs Tours at Athol Island is only 25 minutes outside of Paradise Island, which leaves lots of time to add on some snorkeling and sightseeing.  Athol Island is home to a colony of protected wildlife including Peacocks, Iguanas, and of course, the world-famous swimming pigs.  Dive into the ultimate tropical adventure with the Nassau Swimming Pigs Tours.

Whether you are an animal lover or simply seeking a unique adventure, our swimming pigs tour is perfect for all ages and is sure to delight you.

Bahamas Swimming Pigs Tours

• Swimming with the Pigs
• Interacting with the Peacocks and Iguanas

Water Sports

• Jet Ski Ride - 30 minutes
• Banana Boat Ride - 30 minutes
• Snorkeling Experience - 30 minutes

• Beach Chairs

Food & Beverages

• Soft Drinks
• Light Snacks

Nassau Swimming with the Pigs Excursion Package

• Adults (15 years and up) - $200.00
• Children (4 -14 years) - $150.00
• Swimming with the Pigs Tour Duration - 3 hours

Package includes boat ride from starting point of the Ferry Terminal on Paradise Island and back.

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How to get Swimming Pig Excursion From Nassau?

The boat leaves Paradise Island Ferry Terminal every day, weather permitting.  The duration of the boat ride is a 25–30-minute boat ride from Paradise Island Ferry Terminal to Athol Island.  Departure times from the Paradise Island Ferry Terminal are 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 1:30 p.m.

It is recommended that Swimming Pig Excursion From Nassau tour participants arrive for scheduled tours no later than 20 minutes prior to tour departure time.  Boats leave promptly.  Participants late for scheduled departures will have to wait for next departure slot.

There are several return times available throughout the day usually at 3 hour intervals, but should the need arise for earlier returns, it can be accommodated.  The last boat back to the starting point of Paradise Island Ferry Terminal leaves Athol Island at 4:00 p.m.

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Harbour island pink sands experience with swimming pigs and turtles tour.

This full day powerboat tour is sure not to disappoint if you are looking to check off your Bahamas bucket list! Visit Harbour Island, Eleuthera, home of the 'Pink Sands Beach' and swim with pigs all in a one-day adventure.

• Hotel transfer: optional
• Pricing: from $427.90 per Adult, $328.90 per Child (under 6 years)
• Taxes included in the prices.
• TO BOOK: +1 242 677 2600 or EMAIL .

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Depart Paradise Island and set off for the island of Meeks Patch, Eleuthera to swim with the pigs. Ride time is approximately ninety minutes. Here you will have the chance to swim with and feed the pigs of various sizes that call this island home. Back on the boat for a thirty-five-minute ride around the most northern point of Eleuthera island and into a shallow cove where you can feed, and touch wild sea turtles as they swim around. The next stop on your tour will take you to Harbour Island, Eleuthera. Harbour Island is one of The Bahamas' most well-known islands thanks to 'Pink Sands Beach'. This beach so aptly named for its light pink hue stretches almost three miles on the Atlantic side of the island. Travel and Leisure has ranked this beach #4 of 11 stunning pink sand beaches around the world. Here you will enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant before jumping into golf carts for a quick ride to the beach. Spend time exploring, swimming, and relaxing. The last stop will take you to a shallow sandbar complete with wooden swings that make for an amazing photo opportunity. The last leg of your journey will be approximately ninety minutes back to Paradise Island.

- Ninety minute speed boat ride to the first stop in Eleuthera - Swim with and feed the pigs at Meeks Patch, Eleuthera - Interact with wild green turtles in a shallow cove - Enjoy lunch at a restaurant on Harbour Island, Eleuthera - Visit the famous Pink Sands Beach, Harbour Island for swimming and sunning - Spend time on a sandbar with wooden swings and stingrays for the perfect photo opportunity

Tour Inclusions:

- Lunch at a restaurant - Local beer, bottled, water, sodas, and light snacks while on the boat - Food for the animals - All landing fees - Transportation to the Pink Sands Beach

Important Details:

- This is a shared tour and can accommodate up to 22 guests - The tour is not suitable for women who are pregnant at any stage - The tour is not wheelchair accessible and does require the ability to climb a vertical ladder - Not recommended for anyone with chronic neck or back issues - Children under the age of two are not permitted - Guests should bring and are responsible for applying sunscreen as needed due to extended sun exposure - There is a 48 hour cancellation policy. Any changes or cancellations must be made prior to avoid penalties

Tour Times:

- Check in time: 8:00am - Departure time: 8:30am - Return time: 5:00pm - Check-in location: Paradise Island Ferry Terminal

Transportation Pickup Times:

- Sandyport: 6:45am - Cable Beach: 7:00am - Downtown: 7:15am

Scheduling information for this excursion is available on the booking form.

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The pigs at Pig Beach on the Big Major Cay of the Bahamas just might be the most famous piggies in the world. Millions of people flock to the Bahamas every year, and many go swimming with the pigs while there. It is one of the Bahamas' most unusual and interesting attractions . The excursion is expensive, but for many an unmissable excursion while relaxing at Atlantis resort.

So if one is staying in the major resort of Atlantis on Paradise Island , how long does it take to visit Pig Beach? There are a number of options to get to Pig Beach from Nassau , and each has its pluses and minuses. Where else in the world can one go swimming on a pristine tropical beach with pigs ?

Pig Beach is located in the Exumas of the southern Bahamas just north of Staniel Cay. If one is staying on Staniel Cay, then it is very easy to get to Pig Beach. But from Nassau / Paradise Island, it is a little more complicated.

• Distance: Approx 80 Miles From Atlantis

There are two ways to get to Big Beach from Nassau / Paradise Island - by ferry and by plane. People can take a half or so-hour flight and then a quick boat ride to Big Beach or take a speed boat over the 78 miles to the island.

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How Long To Fly To Pig Island

Flying is faster, so people can enjoy it longer with the pigs and other attractions in the Exumas. It takes approximately 40 minutes to get to Staniel Cay by flying (the flights depart at 8.00 am returning at 5.15 pm and are offered by Flamingo Air.

Flamingo Air Nassau to Staniel Cay - Excursion Only:

• Departure Time: 8.00 am
• Arrival Time: 8.45 am
• Frequency: Daily
• Duration: Approx: 45 Minutes
• Cost: $208 Same Day Round Trip

Once at Staniel Cay, it's just another 10-minute or so boat ride to get to Pig Island.

How Long To Get To Pig Island By Speed Boat

The cheaper - but longer way to get to Pig Island from Atlantis is by speed boat. Speed boats take around 3 hours to get from Nassau to Pig Beach and may not be suitable for small children or pregnant women.

The tour companies use speed boats to get to Pig Island as fast as possible. The boats use big engines, and the boats generally carry up to 30 passengers.

• Time By Speed Boat: 2 to 3 Hours From Nassau

These tours are typically a couple of hundred dollars cheaper than flying, but there is less time to see other Exuma attractions (like the sand bar, Thunderball grotto, and plane wreck).

One example of a tour from Atlantis by speedboat . Like most other tours, it combines the excursions with other attractions like feeding ancient Rock Iguanas, swimming with gentle Nurse Sharks, and enjoying a buffet lunch.

• Cost: $439 Per Adult
• Days: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
• Times: 8.00 am to 4.30 pm
• Duration: 8.5 Hours

The excursion is a full-day tour and takes a total of around 8.5 hours.

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The Exumas are made up of around 365 islands and are famous for their extravagant beauty. Pig Island is one of the busiest islands of the group. The island is home to an estimated 20 to 25 pigs varying from little piglets to the oldest pig of the gang - Big Momma. As they all see thousands of visitors every day, they are well-habituated with people.

• Pig Population: 20-25 Pigs

Exactly how the pigs got on the island is something of a mystery - although that doesn't mean there aren't plenty of stories of how they got there. The pigs see visitors and know they are about to be fed, so they swim out to get their morsels.

Today tourists go to Pig Island to feed and pet the pigs as well as take photos with them. It is a year-round attraction.

Enjoy a day out to Pig Island and choose between flying, paying more but having more time to explore the attractions, or taking a speedboat, paying less but having less time there.

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Pig Island Bahamas: Home to the Swimming Pigs

The adventure awaiting you on Pig Island Bahamas is undoubtedly something that you will never have experienced anywhere else on earth. Pig Island Bahamas is the most sought after destination in the entire world, and the reason is simple: because of its residents. Your visit to Pig Island Bahamas will bring you face to face with some of the most unlikely of creatures in this setting, ordinary farm pigs.

Located at least 3 hours out of Nassau by boat, Pig Island Bahamas is relatively remote, and yet the pigs still draw crowds every day, regardless of the season. Pig Island Bahamas is one of the 365 islands in the Exuma Cays. This string of islands showcases some of the best, if not the absolute best, of what the Bahamas has to offer. Hundreds of gemlike islands leading off into the distance with dazzling turquoise water lapping at their shores. The Exuma Cays offers the authentic Bahamian experience with its exquisite islands, world-renowned accommodation and endless adventures. With all of this in mind, you’ll realize that a trip to Pig Island Bahamas is sure to include a whole lot more than the pigs themselves.

Pigs swim off Pig Beach on Pig Island Bahamas

Booking a Pig Island Bahamas vacation with Bahamas Air Tours is the very best way for you to enjoy this trip. Not only will you be subject to the joy and wonder of flight, but you also won’t need to spend 3 hours on a small boat skimming across the Bahamian ocean. Instead, you can fly to Staniel Cay and take a tour from there. Staniel Cay is the ideal base from which to visit the Bahamas Pigs, but it is also so much more. With some of the very best that the Exuma Cays has to offer in the area, and one of the best Yacht Clubs in the world, Staniel Cay is your gateway to an unforgettable Bahamian vacation.

Pig Island Bahamas (Big Major Cay)

Big Major Cay is the official name for Exuma Pig Island Bahamas, however almost everyone calls it Pig Island, or at the very least will know exactly where you’re talking about. Big Major Cay is located just to the north of Staniel Cay in the Exuma Cays and welcomes thousands upon thousands of visitors to its shore every year.

Pig Beach Bahamas on Big Major Cay Island in The Bahamas

While Staniel Cay may have a small airstrip for aircraft to land, Big Major Cay has little to no infrastructure on it at all. While this may seem inconvenient, it actually makes your time on the island that much more special. The reason for this is that you’ll get an idea of what the Bahamas looks like without the presence of humans, without big buildings or colossal resorts like in Nassau. Though you are likely to find this island to be crowded from about 11am to 2 pm, on either end of this bracket you could easily find it to be entirely empty. This is another benefit of staying at Staniel Cay, you’re able to tour the island well before the numerous boats from Nassau arrive.

Big Major Cay Bahamas Pigs cannot be found around the entire island though, they can specifically be found on Pig Beach Bahamas. Your visit to piggy island, or Big Major Cay, will undoubtedly be an unforgettable one, this trip really is worth your time.

The Famous Swimming Bahamas Pigs

You may be wondering what’s so special about a bunch of pigs on a beach in the Bahamas. Well, aside from the comical aspect of seeing these ordinary farm animals immersed in tropical paradise. What makes the pigs of Pig Island Bahamas so special is that they swim. This truly is an adorable and rather funny activity to witness. To see animals that look like they belong in a muddy field on a farm paddling around in the tropical wonderland that is the Bahamas is sure to make your Pig Island Bahamas vacation a memorable one.

Swimming Pigs at Pig Island Bahamas

The swimming pigs exuma truly are charming, and as your boat pulls into the bay of Pig Beach Bahamas, you’ll find that they actually swim out to you. The older and larger the pigs get, the less they swim, and will instead just wade out into the water. However, the smaller pigs are tenacious, and have been known to swim as far as a mile away from shore in the hopes of a tasty snack from a passing boat.

As the pigs of Pig Island Bahamas swim up to you, they will have their snouts raised hopefully, expecting a treat of some kind. While feeding these creatures is entirely encouraged, they are still wild animals, and should be treated with caution. That being said, if you feel comfortable enough to get in the water beside them, you’ll find that they make quite great swimming companions. You’ll be sure to get some truly excellent holiday snaps of the pigs swimming through the crystalline turquoise waters of swimming pigs island.

You may be wondering how the pigs actually ended up here. Though the stories that locals tell of shipwrecks can be quite entertaining, the reality is a little more simple. Decades ago, a nearby settlement moved all their pigs off their island because of the smell. Forgotten here, the pigs adapted to their new island and were later discovered by tour agencies. Their popularity quickly grew and soon a visit to piggy island was the most sought after trip on earth.

Staniel Cay Day Tours to the Swimming Pigs

The swimming pigs island is not the only attraction worth visiting from Staniel Cay. In fact, there are so many incredible things to see and do in this area, that it really would be worth spending a couple nights here so that you can soak in all the excitement. Staniel Cay Yacht Club offers some of the best accommodation in the Bahamas, with excellent amenities, a private marina and arguably the best bar in the Bahamas.

One of the best things to do from Staniel Cay is to visit Thunderball Grotto. This trip will help you to understand why Staniel Cay is often compared to a James Bond film. Incidentally, Thunderball Grotto actually got its name from the Bond film “Thunderball” due to the fact that some of the scenes were actually shot here. This magnificent submerged cave is an ideal place to visit during your time in Staniel Cay. The entrance is entirely underwater, which means you’ll need to strap on your snorkelling gear and flippers. Swimming through this underwater tunnel is a thrilling experience, but nothing can compare to the feeling of bursting out of the water inside this shimmering cavern and experiencing the beauty that is Thunderball Grotto.

Swimming Pig Island Bahamas is also known as Big Major Cay

If you’d prefer to stay dry, but still want to explore the oceans around Staniel Cay, then you can head south east of the island towards Harvey Cay. Here, at the bottom of the ocean you will find the sunken wreck of a drug smuggler’s plane. The story is that the pilot crashed during a test run where the plane was carrying bags of flour instead of drugs. This fascinating site is sure to leave you with an excellent story to tell everyone back home about your trip to the Bahamas.

If Exuma Pig Island Bahamas only made you want to swim with more curious animals, then a visit to the nearby Compass Cay is for you. At the marina of this pristine island you will find a number of sharks. These are nurse sharks, and are actually a lot more like catfish, however their dorsal fins and immense size make it clear that they are indeed sharks. Nurse sharks are mostly harmless, which means that you can get in the water and swim with them. This school of sharks are considered pets by the owners of the marina, so they are used to humans. Always be cautious when dealing with them, but you can stroke, swim alongside, and even hold these incredible creatures. Compass Cay is an excellent stop on your tour of the Bahamas, and should not be missed!

The animal tours don’t end there! Staniel Cay will also grant you access to Bitter Guana Cay to the south. This island is known for its scaled inhabitants. The Bahamian Rock Iguana resides here, and due to its lack of natural predators, is entirely un-afraid of humans. This means that you can take some excellent close-up shots of these prehistoric creatures on your tour of the Bahamas.

A swimming pig on Pig Island Bahamas

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Bahamas Air Tours does a whole lot more than just transporting you to some of the world’s most incredible destinations. Your trip will be filled with outstanding, panoramic scenes of the Bahamas from your ideal vantage point in the sky. The convenience of air travel is another important factor, and simply cannot be overstated. If you’re looking to book Staniel Cay day trips , or even Exuma day trips, then Bahamas Air Tours is the perfect place for you.

The speed of air travel is unparalleled, which has allowed Bahamas Air Tours to offer Bahamas day trips from Miami to Staniel Cay. This means that you won’t need to take days, or even a week off just to visit the swimming pigs of Pig Island Bahamas and can enjoy a direct trip from Florida to swimming pigs. In fact, that can be just one of the many tours you enjoy on your day trip with Bahamas Air Tours. Bahamas Day Trips to Staniel Cay depart from Nassau and Miami (Florida) .

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Create unforgettable memories with our Swim with The Pigs Tour! Our luxurious and sleek 38-foot Fountain speed boats will whisk you over 78 miles to the Exumas Cays, jewels of The Bahamas! Once there, you’ll interact with the world-famous swimming pigs, feed ancient Rock Iguanas, swim with gentle Nurse Sharks, enjoy a true-true Bahamian buffet lunch and be awed by the pristine beauty of an Exuma beach or sand bar.

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Have you heard of Harbour Island’s Pink Sands Beach? Rated one of the World’s Top Beaches by The Travel Channel, this spectacular location is just one of the stops on this incredible tour combining animal interactions and unforgettable sites! Feed the local swimming pigs, swim with turtles and other wildlife in their natural habitat. A Bucket List day!

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Explore Nassau Harbour and Paradise Island aboard our customized powerboats. Coast past massive cruise ships in the Caribbean’s largest cruise port, learn the exciting history of pirates in The Bahamas and admire historic Forts Fincastle, Charlotte and Montagu. View Potter’s Cay Dock, a colourful collection of fishermen’s stalls nestled under the Paradise Island bridge and admire the spectacular multimillion-dollar homes of Ocean Club Estates. Then whisk over to Rose Island for lunch, beach time and to meet and feed their new family of swimming pigs.

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