A four-hour powerboat excursion from Nassau that combines reef snorkeling, sea-turtle sightings, a beach lunch on Rose Island, and the chance to feed and swim with the famous Bahamian pigs. Practical, photo-ready, and family-friendly.
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The boat eases away from Nassau’s harbor and the city’s colors blur into open blue; gulls ride the wake and the sun pushes the water forward like an invitation. In under 30 minutes the hull cuts into shallows where coral gardens spread in fractured patterns and a small squad of pink pigs waits at the waterline, curious and bold. Cameras come up. Shoes come off. The day moves in measured, sunny beats.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; able to board a boat and walk on soft sand.
Wildlife
History
Rose Island and adjacent cays sit on coral limestone banks shaped by sea-level shifts; their sheltered channels were historically practical anchorages for small craft.
Conservation
Tours are encouraged to use reef-safe sunscreen and avoid feeding marine life; staying on marked paths and not removing shells helps protect fragile island ecosystems.
Reserve your spot on the Bahamas Adventure: Pigs, Reef, Turtles, and Beach with Lunch today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
Use mineral-based sunscreen to protect coral and reduce local reef damage.
Rent or bring a mask
Snorkel visibility improves if you use your own fitted mask—loaner gear is available but fit varies.
Secure valuables
Use a small dry bag for phones and wallets; boats can be bouncy during transit.
Check-in early
Arrive 30 minutes before departure to complete check-in and briefing without rush.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and nearby coral from harmful chemicals.
summer
Mask & snorkel
Improves underwater visibility and confidence while snorkeling.
summer
Water shoes
Protects feet when landing on rocky or shell-strewn beaches.
summer
Small dry bag
Keeps electronics and IDs dry during transit and beach time.