Group Beach Day, No Meal

Nassau: Rose Island Swimming Pigs and Beach Day Group Tour

★ 4.2 316 reviews

from $109 per person

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Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Meals: Meal not included
Run by: Tour Daddy LLC

Overview

This half-day trip with Tour Daddy LLC runs four hours from downtown Nassau to Rose Island and back, with the pig swim as its centrepiece. Check-in happens outside Señor Frog's on Woodes Rodgers Walk, and the boat crosses Nassau Harbor on the way out, passing Pearl Island before reaching the private beach.

That island time is where the tour earns its keep. Water toys, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding and snorkelling all feature as activities, along with floating water beds, volleyball, ping-pong and a pool table. Music plays through the day, and one family with ten-year-olds described a party atmosphere, while travellers who prefer to sit still can claim a lounge chair or hammock. The Observation Deck at Rose Island is also included in the visit.

Food and drinks are not part of the ticket. They are sold separately at the island's beach bar and kitchen, and one reviewer found the food expensive, so budget for it or eat beforehand. Hotel pickup is not included either. It suits cruise passengers and hotel guests alike, since everyone checks in at the same outside booth at Señor Frog's.

What's Included

Included

Piglets & Pigs encounter
Rose Island Observation Deck
Water Beds
Volleyball
Ping Pong Table
Pool Table
Atlantis Harbor Cruise
Water Toys & Activities

Not Included

Food and drinks

Itinerary

Check in at Señor Frog'sMeet the Tour Daddy representative at the outside booth by Señor Frog's on Woodes Rodgers Walk, Nassau. Check-in is at 9:00 AM or 11:00 AM, with departure 30 minutes later, and punctuality is stressed.
Nassau Harbor cruiseThe boat passes through Nassau Harbor for about 15 minutes, with commentary on the area and the celebrity properties along the shoreline, according to reviewers.
Pearl Island pass-byA further 15-minute pass-by of Pearl Island Bahamas on the crossing to Rose Island.
Rose Island beach dayTwo hours on the island: guided pig and piglet encounter in the water, then free time for swimming, snorkelling, kayaking, paddleboarding, water toys, volleyball and games. Hammocks and lounge chairs are available, and food and drinks at the beach bar cost extra.
Return boat to NassauA 30-minute cruise back through Nassau Harbor. One reviewer reported spotting turtles on the return leg. The tour ends at Señor Frog's.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will shape the day, from check-in timing to what the island does and does not provide.

Getting there. There is no hotel pickup. Both cruise passengers and non-cruise guests check in at the outside booth by Señor Frog's, so allow time to walk or taxi over. One reviewer found the signage small, so look for the Tour Daddy representative.
What to bring. Bring swimwear, a towel, camera, sunscreen and water. One reviewer reported that snorkelling equipment was included and saw good fish life, but it is not listed among the inclusions, so bring your own if it matters to you.
Pig time. Expect the pig encounter to be fairly brief. Multiple reviewers put it at roughly 20 to 30 minutes, including feeding the swimming pigs and holding a baby piglet. Several said that was enough, though some wished for longer.
Food and drink. No meal is included. The island has a beach bar and kitchen selling local bites and drinks at extra cost, and at least one reviewer found it pricey. Eating a solid breakfast beforehand is a reasonable move for the morning departure.
Group feel. This is a group tour with music playing throughout, and reviewers describe a fun party atmosphere alongside families with children. Several reviewers also praised the guides as friendly and helpful.
Pace on land. After the pigs, the time is yours. Reviewers used paddleboards, kayaks, floating trampolines, ping-pong and pool, or simply relaxed in hammocks and lounge chairs. You can be as active or as lazy as you like for the rest of the island visit.

Common issues. The pig interaction is shorter than many people assume, with reviewers reporting around 20 to 30 minutes, and some asking for more. Food and drinks cost extra and at least one traveller found the prices high. Hotel pickup is not included, and the operator stresses punctuality at check-in, with two fixed departure times rather than flexibility.

Common Questions

What Is Included In The Tour Price?

The boat tour, the pig and piglet encounter, water toys and activities, water beds, volleyball, ping-pong, a pool table and the Rose Island Observation Deck. Kayaking, snorkelling and stand-up paddleboarding are listed as activities during the island visit. Food, drinks and hotel pickup are not included.

Is Food Included?

No. There is an island-style beach bar and kitchen on Rose Island where you can buy local food and drinks, at your own cost.

Where Do I Meet The Tour?

Check-in is at the outside booth by Señor Frog's on Woodes Rodgers Walk in Nassau, for both cruise passengers and non-cruise guests. Look for the Tour Daddy representative. Hotel pickup is not provided.

Is It Suitable For Kids?

Reviewers with ten-year-old children described a wonderful family day. The tour includes music, games and water toys, which worked well for families in the reviews.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. The operator also stresses being punctual for check-in, since the boat departs 30 minutes after each check-in time.

How Long Is The Tour And What Should I Bring?

The full tour runs four hours, with about two hours at Rose Island. Bring swimwear, a towel, a camera, sunscreen and water, as listed on the booking page.