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Escape Nassau for a six‑hour boat trip to Rose Island: snorkel clear reefs, lounge on white sand, and meet the famous swimming pigs at Sandy Toes. This practical guide covers what to expect, what to bring, and how to make the most of the day.
Escape Nassau for a six‑hour boat trip to Rose Island: snorkel clear reefs, lounge on white sand, and meet the famous swimming pigs at Sandy Toes. This practical guide covers what to expect, what to bring, and how to make the most of the day.
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Operated by Sandy Toes · Nassau, New Providence
The boat slips away from Paradise Island and the city grid of Nassau thins into a wide Bahamian horizon. Salt and sun lift off the water; palms at Sandy Toes promise shade and a crowd of curious residents — peacocks preen, curly–tail lizards dart, and, famously, the swimming pigs wobble toward the surf.
easy.
6 hours.
Minimal fitness required; participants should be comfortable boarding small boats and swimming in shallow coastal water.
The tour is approximately 6 hours round trip from the Paradise Island departure point, including boat transit, beach time, snorkeling, lunch and animal interactions.
On-site staff supervise interactions; pigs are vet-checked and fed approved diets — follow staff instructions and don’t bring outside food for animals.
Yes — snorkel equipment is available on-site for use with a refundable deposit (typically USD $10), but bringing your own mask is recommended for fit and hygiene.
Bring swimsuit, towel, reef-safe sunscreen, ID, and a small amount of cash or card for upgrades; towels are not guaranteed, so pack your own.
Rose Island is one of the offshore cays of New Providence; historically used intermittently for small-scale agriculture and as an anchorage before local tourism development.
Operators encourage reef‑safe sunscreen, supervised animal feeding practices, and strict waste controls — visitors should pack out trash and avoid feeding wildlife human snacks.
Sandy Toes operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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