Spend a full day from Nassau exploring the Exuma Cays: swim with nurse sharks, feed rock iguanas, paddle alongside the famous swimming pigs, and relax on remote sandbars. This active boat tour blends wildlife encounters with beach time and a local lunch.
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A wake of turquoise opens as the launch slips away from Nassau Harbor, and in an hour the mainland’s skyline is a thin line behind you. The Exuma Cays arrive like a scattered archive of limestone, mangrove and reef—each cay an invitation to step into a different rhythm of sea and sand.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; comfortable swimming ability recommended for optional snorkel or deeper swims.
Wildlife
History
The Exuma Cays have a long human history from Lucayan inhabitants to colonial-era fishing and maritime trade; modern lore includes stories about sunken aircraft and smuggling routes that crisscross the islands.
Conservation
Much of the area relies on marine conservation and visitor stewardship—use reef-safe products, avoid disturbing wildlife, and follow guidelines to protect seagrass beds and coral.
Reserve your spot on the Full Day Exuma Swimming Pigs - Group Boat Tour From Nassau today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Use reef-safe, SPF 30+ sunscreen and reapply after swimming to protect coral ecosystems.
Secure electronics
Keep phones and cameras in a waterproof case or dry bag—waves and wet decks are constant.
Carry small cash
Bring a small amount of Bahamian currency for souvenirs or purchases at Black Point.
Respect wildlife distance
Avoid chasing or feeding animals outside approved interactions—maintain calm movements around pigs, iguanas, and sharks.
Waterproof dry bag
Protects phone, wallet, and spare clothes from spray and beach landings.
Reef-safe sunscreen and lip balm
Prevents sunburn while minimizing harm to coral and marine life.
summer
Lightweight rashguard or swim shirt
Provides sun protection and warmth during windy crossings or long swims.
spring
Comfortable water shoes
Helpful for walking on reefs, rocky cays, and sandbars without slipping.