A short cruise from Nassau, this four-hour boat charter combines reef snorkeling, sea turtle sightings, and the chance to swim with and feed the famous Bahamian pigs. Practical, family-friendly, and guided by local captains, it’s an accessible half-day escape into clear water and white sand.
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The morning air tastes of salt and diesel as the Montague Dock recedes and the harbor opens into a wide Bahamian blue. The boat cuts a clean line across shallow water; sunlight skitters on the surface and the sea seems to dare you to jump in. Within minutes you pass coral outcrops and tiny islets—Gilligan’s Island and Green Cay appear like waypoints in a living map of reefs and sand.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; participants should be comfortable boarding a small boat and swimming short distances.
Wildlife
History
Montague Dock and the surrounding harbor routes have long been part of Nassau’s maritime trade routes; small islands like Rose Island formed on limestone and coral platforms used historically by local fishermen and passing vessels.
Conservation
Coral reefs here are sensitive—use reef-safe products, avoid stepping on coral, and follow guides’ instructions to reduce disturbance to turtles and shore fauna.
Reserve your spot on the Rose Island Swimming Pigs today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
The coral reef is fragile—use reef-safe sunscreen and reapply sparingly after swimming; many operators will ask you to rinse before snorkeling.
Wear water shoes
Shorelines and boat ladders can be slippery or rocky—water shoes improve footing and protect your feet during beach entries.
Prepare for short crossings
Even on calm days, the ride can be bumpy—take motion-sickness meds beforehand if you’re susceptible; the trip includes short 10–15 minute hops.
Follow animal-handling rules
Guides control pig interactions—don’t feed or chase animals outside those instructions to minimize stress on wildlife.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and the coral ecosystem during sun-drenched snorkeling and beach time.
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Swimsuit and quick-dry towel
Quick-dry fabrics speed comfort between swims and on the return trip.
Water shoes
Protects feet on rocky shorelines and makes boarding safer.
Waterproof phone case or small dry bag
Keeps valuables dry while you snorkel or move between islands.