Exuma Cays and Swimming Pigs Tour with Lunch from Nassau

Overview

Set off on a full-day discovery of the Exuma Cays from Nassau, aboard a motorboat designed for both speed and comfort. Accompanied by local guides, you will sail through the crystal-clear waters of the Bahamas to explore several islands and beaches. The itinerary includes stops at various islands, including the famous encounter with the swimming pigs. To enhance the day, lunch at a restaurant, as well as light snacks, water, sodas, and local beer (for those aged 18 and over) are provided on board. Snorkelling equipment is provided to explore the seabed. The boat is equipped with toilets for added convenience during the journey.

Itinerary

1. Here you will interact with the Bahamian Rock Iguanas that call this small island home. This species of lizard can be found nowhere else in the world other than three small islands in Exuma.

   · 20 min

2. Compass Cay

   Compass Cay is famous for their nurse shark population that call this marina home. Here the nurse sharks are not shy, and welcome thousands of visitors per year. Some of the most Instagram worthy photos will happen at this stop while you take a swim in the clear water surrounded by nurse sharks!

   · 40 min

3. Great Exuma

   Enjoy a delicious lunch and a cold drink at a local Exuma restaurant before getting back on the boat to continue your tour. Lunch is a Bahamian style buffet that will not disappoint!

   · 1 h

4. Pig Beach

   Big Major’s Cay the home of the now world famous swimming pigs! These pigs have made their way around the world thanks to shows like ABC’s The Bachelor and many social media influencers who have visited the pigs here and have shared their experiences with millions of followers. Here you will have the opportunity to feed and swim with pigs. Don’t forget to take photos!

   · 45 min· Admission included

5. Norman's Cay

   You will have the chance to snorkel at a plane wreck known famously as "Pablo Escobar's sunken plane". The plane crashed in at this spot just off Norman's Cay in the late 1970's supposedly filled with cocaine. During this time, Pablo Escobar had taken control of Norman's Cay and its small run way to utilize it as a home base and refueling point for the planes that were running cocaine from Mexico to the U.S. Definitely as must see!

   · 30 min

6. The only way to finish off a perfect day is to enjoy some beach time! You will stop at a beautiful sandbar or beach for swimming, sunbathing, and more photo taking before heading back to Paradise Island.

   · 35 min

How to use your ticket

CHECK IN TIME IS 8am. Please provide the desk agent with the name used to make the reservation when checking in for your tour.

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries.
• Not recommended for travellers with cardiovascular problems.
• Average physical fitness is required.
• Not recommended for cruise ship passengers.
• Not allowed for pregnant travellers.
• The activity is limited to a maximum of 25 participants.
• Confirmation is sent immediately upon booking.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation for a full refund at least 24 hours before departure.

• No refund is possible for cancellations made less than 24 hours before departure.
• The activity may be cancelled in the event of bad weather or insufficient number of participants.

Who is it for?

• Travellers with average physical fitness.
• Adults and families (excluding pregnant women).
• English speakers (English-speaking guide).

What makes it different

• Restaurant lunch and drinks included.
• Snorkelling equipment provided.
• Boat equipped with on-board toilets.

Frequently asked questions

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Product code: 16186P23

Activity offered by Born Free Charters via Viator.