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Island Tour Swimming Pigs, turtles, snorkeling

★ 4.6 14 reviews

from $180 per person

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Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Run by: 700 islands adventure tour

Overview

This four-hour excursion from Montagu Beach strings together several stops on the water. You start with a sightseeing run, then head to Rose Island for beach time, Green Cay to snorkel with green sea turtles, and Athol Island for the swimming pigs, with a water trampoline, rope swing, clear kayaks and paddleboards in a calm cove. A final guided stretch around New Providence brings the boat home.

Bahamian guides run the trip, and them with local knowledge, safety training and plenty of island stories. Beyond the pigs and turtles there is a stop at a protected coral reef, where you swim over coral formations alongside tropical fish and possibly rays.

The tour suits families and mixed ability groups. There are shallow, safe areas for children and activities for all ages and skill levels. Travellers reviewing the trip repeatedly praise the crew and the chance to snorkel among turtles rather than watch from the boat, which one reviewer noted sets it apart from other trips their friends had taken.

What's Included

Included

Professional Bahamian guides
Swimming pig encounter
Snorkeling gear and water equipment
Bottled water and refreshments
Visit to Athol Island
Visit to Protected Coral Reef
Visit to Green Cay
Visit to Rose Island

Not Included

Professional photos

Itinerary

Meet at Montagu BeachThe tour starts and ends at Montagu Beach in Nassau. Hotel pickup is not included.
Sightseeing runA guided sightseeing stretch from the boat, lasting 25 minutes.
Rose IslandA guided stop of 40 minutes with white sand and shallow water for swimming.
Green CayA 25-minute guided stop to snorkel near green sea turtles and watch them feed.
Athol IslandThe longest stop at one hour, with the swimming pigs plus water toys in the cove.
New ProvidenceA 20-minute guided tour on the way back.
Return to Montagu BeachThe boat arrives back at the starting point at Montagu Beach.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will help you get the timing and the packing right for this one.

Getting there. There is no hotel pickup, so you need to make your own way to Montagu Beach in Nassau. One reviewer reported a late change of meeting details the night before, so check your booking page messages before leaving.
What to bring. Bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen and a camera, ideally a waterproof one. You will be in and out of the water at every stop.
Gear and drinks. Snorkeling gear and water equipment are included, along with bottled water and refreshments. Food beyond refreshments is not listed as included, and one reviewer bought a meal on board, so bring some cash if you want it.
Pace and fitness. The tour is aimed at all ages and skill levels, with shallow areas for kids. Stops are short, between 25 minutes and an hour each, so expect a moving itinerary rather than long lazy stretches.
Group feel. One reviewer described a small boat and a small group, and several praised the crew's kindness and knowledge. Capacity can vary, and one reviewer reported a much larger group than described, so group size is not guaranteed.
Photos. Professional photos are not included, so plan to take your own. A waterproof camera is the practical choice given the pigs, turtles and reef stops.

Common issues. The honest weak spots are logistics rather than the trip itself. Transportation and value score lower than the guides, hotel pickup is not included, and one reviewer reported a last-minute change to the meeting time and place plus a far larger group than described, with turtles viewed only from the boat on that outing. Another reviewer found the pig beach itself underwhelming compared with the snorkeling. Touching marine life is not allowed, which matters if you expect hands-on encounters.

Common Questions

Where Does The Tour Meet?

At Montagu Beach in Nassau. Hotel pickup is not included, so you arrange your own transport to and from the meeting point. The tour returns to the same beach.

How Long Is The Tour?

Four hours in total, covering a sightseeing stretch plus stops at Rose Island, Green Cay, Athol Island and New Providence before returning to Montagu Beach.

Is Food Included?

Bottled water and refreshments are included, along with all snorkeling gear and water equipment. Meals are not listed as included, and professional photos are also excluded. One reviewer bought food on board and found it reasonably priced, so bringing some cash is sensible.

Is It Suitable For Kids?

The tour is family friendly, with safe shallow areas for children and activities for all ages and skill levels. Guides are noted for working well with families.

Can I Cancel If My Plans Change?

Yes, you can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Inside that window the standard terms on the booking page apply.

Can I Touch The Pigs Or Turtles?

Touching marine life is not allowed on this tour. You can feed and interact with the pigs at Athol Island and snorkel near the turtles at Green Cay, but the reef and turtle encounters are look-don't-touch.