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A fast-paced Bahamian boat trip from Nassau that drops you on Rose Island to swim, pet, and paddle with the famous swimming pigs. Perfect for travelers short on time who still want a memorable wildlife encounter and crystal-clear water.
A fast-paced Bahamian boat trip from Nassau that drops you on Rose Island to swim, pet, and paddle with the famous swimming pigs. Perfect for travelers short on time who still want a memorable wildlife encounter and crystal-clear water.
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Operated by TD Travel Group · Nassau, New Providence
The boat slips away from Nassau’s harbor and the city’s hum thins to wind and water. Sun flashes off the wake as the captain threads between low cays; the sea seems to beckon you forward, daring you to trade sidewalks for salt. In an hour the shoreline underfoot has changed—white sand, low scrub, and a small band of pink pigs who hop into the shallows like locals greeting friends.
easy.
4 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; brief wading and short swims are required, no prolonged swimming.
Typical crossings are 20–40 minutes depending on departure point and sea conditions; the whole tour is about four hours.
Yes—on organized tours the pigs are accustomed to people, but guides set boundaries; avoid chasing them and follow staff directions.
No; most guests wade in shallow water. Basic comfort in the sea and ability to stand in waist-deep water is sufficient.
Yes; tours often allow children but infants may need to sit on an adult’s lap and must be supervised at all times near water.
Rose Island is a small limestone cay formed by reef growth; historically it’s had intermittent human use by mariners and day-visitors rather than permanent settlement.
Use reef-safe sunscreen, avoid feeding wildlife beyond guided rules, and follow the operator’s instructions to minimize disturbance to animals and reefs.
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