Spend a full day from Nassau exploring the Exuma Cays: see rock iguanas, paddle with swimming pigs, swim with nurse sharks at Compass Cay, enjoy a local buffet in Black Point, and relax on remote sandbars. Practical tips and what to expect for an eight‑hour boat day.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
The day begins before the sun climbs fully over New Providence, the harbor quiet as the boat slips away from Nassau. Salted wind pushes through the bow and the Exuma Cays spread ahead—low, bright islands threaded by aquamarine shallows where sandbars rise like islands in a glassy sea. Guests move between decks and dinghies, cameras ready, while a guide outlines the stops: iguanas, pigs, nurse sharks, a remote lunch, and offshore sandbars.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for travelers in average physical condition who can swim short distances and board a dinghy.
Wildlife
History
The Exuma Cays were shaped by sea-level changes and long-standing fishing communities; Black Point retains examples of Bahamian island life and boatbuilding traditions.
Conservation
Operators encourage reef-safe sunscreens, no feeding of wildlife outside permitted interactions, and adherence to guidelines to protect fragile coral and beach ecosystems.
Reserve your spot on the Exuma Full Day Swimming Pigs Group Boat Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Protect coral and marine life—use mineral-based sunscreen and reapply after swimming.
Stow valuables in a dry bag
Expect wet transfers and shoreings; secure phones, wallets, and cameras.
Wear water shoes
Rocky shorelines and shallow reefs make shoes useful for shore landings and sandbars.
Listen to crew briefings
Currents and boat operations require following directions for safe swims and disembarkations.
Dry bag
Protects electronics and clothing during boat transfers and beach stops.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Prevents sunburn while reducing harm to coral and marine life.
summer
Water shoes
Useful for rocky landings, reefs, and walking sandbars comfortably.
summer
Light wind/rain jacket
Makes open-deck crossings comfortable when mornings or evenings are breezy.
winter