Nassau: Bahamas Swimming Pigs & Pearl Island Beach with Lunch
Description
You've seen the swimming pigs all over your feed — now it's your turn, and a full island day comes with them. From Nassau, head out to meet the Bahamas' most famous locals: the world-famous swimming pigs. Wade into the warm shallows, hold out a snack, and watch them paddle straight over — snouts up, unbothered by your camera. These aren't penned pigs — they roam free in their own turquoise water. Then it's over to private Pearl Island for the full beach escape. Two white-sand beaches (one social, one quiet), plus kayaks, paddleboards, water mats all included. Climb the island's iconic lighthouse for sweeping views across Nassau Harbour, rinse off under a fresh-water shower, and settle onto a shaded deck or beach chair. A traditional Bahamian lunch is cooked fresh on the island. No resort wristbands, no day-pass queues — just the pigs and a private island for the day. Roundtrip ferry from Nassau and lunch are included; just bring a swimsuit and a camera.
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Itinerary
- Disconnect from the everyday hustle and bustle of Nassau, with our relaxing beach escape. - Meet, feed and greet our world famous swimming pigs as you splash in the crystal clear waters of the Bahamian sea. - Bask on the beautiful white-sand beaches - Sample some local Bahamian dishes and exceptional drinks - Tour the Lighthouse with stunning views
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Pearl Island is cashless — credit and debit cards only
- No outside food or drinks permitted (baby food and formula excepted)
- What to bring: swimwear, beach towel, sun protection, hat & sunglasses | credit or debit card, camera | a spare set of clothes (just in case)
- Children 3 and under: complimentary
- Guests 17 and under must be accompanied by a paying adult
- Snorkel add-on: minimum age 8
- Proof of age required — photo ID needed
- Departure: Paradise Island Ferry Terminal (East Dock, behind Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville)
- Please check-in 15 minutes before your booked departure time
Reviews(144)
Very organized departure, smooth transition; loved interacting with the pigs and providing them snacks!
The departure was great! Tour guides were great!
It was amazing! We had a great time
Our swimming pigs and Pearl Island beach excursion was one of the best experiences of our Bahamas trip! The boat ride was smooth and scenic, and the crew kept everyone entertained while making sure we felt safe and comfortable. Meeting and feeding the famous swimming pigs was such a fun, unique experience and made for incredible photos. Pearl Island was absolutely stunning, with crystal-clear turquoise water, soft white sand, and plenty of space to relax or swim. The included lunch was fresh and delicious, and everything was well organized from start to finish. If you’re visiting Nassau and looking for a memorable excursion that combines adventure, beautiful beaches, and great service, I highly recommend this one!
Kaylisha And Bianca were amazing. Kaylisha came and introduced self as well as helped us with directions and good spots to try for our first time being there. Overall 10/10 such good customer service snd friendly people . WILL COME AGAIN.
We didn't actually get to experience the excursion, but the excellent rating is due to customer service. We were on a Celebrity cruise, and the Pearl Island excursion was filled to capacity. I contacted Pearl Island Bahamas and asked if we could book this tour privately. Aaron Rose responded immediately and helped us arrange the tour around the arrival and departure times of our ship. Unfortunately the directions instructed us to meet behing Margaritteville, which we were never able to locate. Even asking others for guidance, we missed the boat taking us to the island. Aaron immediately reached out and offered a full refund. The prompt and courteous response were so appreciated. I would never hesitate to book another excursion with them, knowing they are responsive and have taken responsibility for the dated instructions which they are planning to update.
It was a great experience and an experience you never forget. The staff took great care to follow the rules and not harm the animals. The best part was when we were allowed to take the little piglets for pictures. Just a memory forever.
Pearl island is ok. It’s a small island. There are two bars. The food wasn’t good. But the beach was pretty nice although a bit crowded. The water is calm and very clear. I liked it.
The ride over was on a junky boat that barely got us to the island. They had overbooked it so people had to volunteer to get off of the boat and forego their excursion. This was after they switched a bunch of people from the 8:30am tour to the 11:30am tour without telling us! Right smack in the middle of what little time we had in Nassau. The pigs were cute and all but there were some guests throwing the pigs in the water, chasing them and picking them up and tossing them around. I did go and tell on them. Nothing was done and I ended up yelling at the people for torturing the pigs. I wasn’t nice and I had to walk away before I ended up in jail in the Bahamas. If you’re ok with potentially leaving there with a broken heart, go for it. I for one, will never do that again. It sucked! Those pigs are not treated well and nothing is done about it.
Hi TrailBlazer, We’re truly sorry to hear about your experience, and we appreciate you taking the time to share it. What you described is not the standard we aim to provide, and we take these concerns very seriously. We apologize for the transportation and scheduling issues you encountered. Overcrowding and last minute tour changes should never happen, and we are reviewing our procedures to ensure this does not occur again. We are especially concerned by your comments regarding the treatment of the pigs. Any form of animal mistreatment is completely unacceptable. Our staff is required to intervene immediately in situations like this, and we regret that this did not happen during your visit. Management has been made aware, and we are reinforcing stricter supervision and zero tolerance enforcement to protect the animals at all times. We understand how upsetting this experience must have been, and we sincerely regret that it left you feeling this way. Thank you for bringing this to our attention. Feedback like yours helps us improve and do better.
We had a lovely time interacting with pigs, there wasn’t much swimming, though we could have lured them into the water. We also did the snorkeling activity where the guide guides were helpful and knowledgeable. The views are great and you should definitely check out the lighthouse. The lunch was OK at best with unlimited options and portion sizes.
