A short boat ride from Nassau drops you onto Rose Island’s shallow sandflats, where friendly pigs paddle and pose for photos. This practical half‑day trip pairs a 20‑minute ferry with beach time, lunch, and a chance to swim with the famous Bahamian pigs.
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You step off the boat into shallow, warm water and a snorting, curious snout meets you before you reach the sand — the pigs of Rose Island make their presence known with a friendly, boisterous urgency. Turquoise surf laps at a low coral shelf; palm shadows move slowly across white sand as piglets paddle and nuzzle their way through the shallows.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires basic mobility to board a boat and step into shallow water
Wildlife
History
Rose Island is part of the New Providence Bank and has long served as a navigational landmark and small‑scale outpost for fishing and tourism linked to nearby Nassau.
Conservation
Use reef‑safe sunscreen, avoid feeding pigs anything not provided by staff, and pack out trash to minimize impact on fragile reef and beach habitats.
Reserve your spot on the Bahamas Swimming Pigs Experience on Rose Island 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 your skin — apply waterproof, reef‑safe sunscreen before you board and reapply after swimming.
Wear water shoes
The shallow approach to the beach crosses coral and sea grass; water shoes protect feet and improve traction.
Keep cameras waterproofed
Waterproof cases or dry bags will protect phones and cameras during the boat ride and while photographing pigs in the shallows.
Follow staff instructions when feeding pigs
Pigs are friendly but can be boisterous; staff manage interactions and feeding to keep everyone safe — heed their guidance.
Swimsuit and quick‑dry towel
Wear a swimsuit under light clothes and bring a towel to dry off after swimming with the pigs.
summer
Water shoes
Protects feet from coral and improves comfort while walking in shallow, rocky areas.
summer
Waterproof phone case or camera
Ensures you can photograph pigs and marine life without risking gear damage.
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated in tropical sun is important — refill before or after the island visit.