Water Taxi, No Meal

Nassau: Swimming Pigs of Rose Island Water Taxi

★ 4.5 656 reviews

from $89 per person

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

Overview

This is the straightforward version of the swimming pigs trip: a round-trip water taxi from downtown Nassau to Rose Island, run by Tour Daddy LLC, with the pigs beach entry fee and a guide already covered in the ticket. It runs about 4 hours door to door, with a 30-minute ferry ride out, roughly 3 hours on the island, and a 30-minute ride back. What it skips is food and hotel transfers.

The day starts at Señor Frog's on Woodes Rodgers Walk, where you check in at the outside booth with the Tour Daddy representative. Departures are listed at 9:30 in the morning and 11:30 late morning, each with a check-in half an hour earlier, and the operator asks passengers to be punctual. On the crossing, reviewers mention passing waterfront homes and spotting sea turtles.

Once on Rose Island, the pig encounter comes first. Several travellers note it is shorter than expected, one putting it at around 25 minutes, but the same reviews describe feeding the pigs from a cup and stick, holding a piglet for photos, and standing waist deep while the pigs swim around you. The remaining island time is yours: reviewers praise the beach, the clear water, and free use of stand-up paddleboards and kayaks. It suits cruise passengers tight on time and anyone who prefers to arrange their own food for the day. One reviewer on the 9:30 departure said there was comfortable time to get back to the ship.

What's Included

Included

Pigs beach entry fee
Guide

Not Included

Food
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

Meet at Señor Frog'sCheck in at the Tour Daddy booth outside Señor Frog's on Woodes Rodgers Walk, Nassau. Check-in is 30 minutes before departure and the operator stresses punctuality.
Ferry to Rose IslandA 30-minute boat ride across the harbor, with coastline views along the way. Reviewers mention seeing celebrity homes and sea turtles from the boat.
Rose Island visitAbout 3 hours on the island for the swimming pigs, beach time, swimming and wildlife viewing. The pig encounter comes first, then free time with complimentary paddleboards, kayaks and other beach equipment, as described by reviewers.
Ferry back to NassauA 30-minute return crossing to Nassau. One reviewer noted a stop to watch turtles on the way back.
Arrive at Señor Frog'sThe tour ends where it started, at Señor Frog's in downtown Nassau.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will shape the day.

Check-in timing. Check-in is 30 minutes before each departure, so 9:00 AM for the 9:30 boat and 11:00 AM for the 11:30 boat. The operator emphasizes being on time. The booth is outside Señor Frog's, used by both cruise passengers and non-cruise guests.
Short pig session. Several reviewers say the time with the pigs feels brief, with one estimating about 25 minutes. Plan to be ready to get in the water promptly when the session starts, since it is the headline activity.
Water shoes or care. One reviewer advises standing waist deep while the pigs swim so they do not step on you. Swimwear, a towel and sunscreen are the listed essentials, and you will be in the water for the encounter.
Beach gear. Reviewers describe having access to stand-up paddleboards, kayaks and other beach equipment after the pig session, though this gear is not among the stated inclusions. Trampolines and lounge areas also get mentioned. This fills the island time well.
Food is on you. No food is included on this tour. There is a restaurant on the island, but one reviewer found it very overpriced, so bring cash or a card with that in mind. Reviewers otherwise describe the island bar staff as friendly.
No hotel transfer. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included. Everyone makes their own way to Señor Frog's on Woodes Rodgers Walk in downtown Nassau.

Common issues. The most common complaint across reviews is that the pig encounter is shorter than expected, roughly 25 minutes by one estimate, even though the island stay itself runs about 3 hours. One reviewer found the island restaurant very expensive and noted it is the only option, while another wished the boat ride were faster and could not hear the guide, who had no microphone, from the back of the vessel. Food and hotel transfers are excluded, and the operator asks all passengers to check in punctually.

Common Questions

What Is Included In The Price?

The pigs beach entry fee and a guide are included. The ferry rides to and from Rose Island are part of the tour, and reviewers report free use of paddleboards, kayaks and beach equipment once on the island. Food and hotel pickup and drop-off are not included.

Is Food Or Lunch Included?

No, food is excluded from this tour. There is a restaurant on Rose Island where you can buy food and drinks, though one reviewer found the prices high. Bring your own snacks if you prefer.

Where Do I Meet The Tour?

At the Tour Daddy booth outside Señor Frog's on Woodes Rodgers Walk in downtown Nassau. Check-in is 30 minutes before departure, either 9:00 AM or 11:00 AM, and the operator asks everyone to be punctual. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included.

Is It Good For Cruise Passengers?

Yes, several reviewers specifically recommend it for cruise passengers, and the booth serves both cruise and non-cruise guests. One traveller on the 9:30 departure said there was plenty of time to return to the ship. Still, check your ship's all-aboard time against the 4-hour duration before booking.

What Should I Bring?

Swimwear, a towel and sunscreen. You will stand in the water with the pigs, so wear your swimsuit under your clothes for the boat. Cash or a card is useful for the island bar and restaurant since no food is included.

Can I Cancel?

Yes, you can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.