Half Day Swimming Pigs on Rose Island, Snorkeling and Lunch
Description
Swim with the pigs and skip the full day excursion! We have been operating boat tours for over 40 years with well maintained boats and knowledgeable guides. Let us take you to see Sandy Cay, famous from Gilligan's Island, snorkel a vibrant coral reef, swim, feed, and snap photos with the pigs of Rose Island, relax at a local beach bar with lunch, visit Green Cay to spot wild sea turtles and cruise through Nassau Harbour for breathtaking views. Book now for an amazing adventure!
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Itinerary
Place of departure is at Carnivale Bahamas restaurant on Paradise Island. Check in 30 minutes prior to your tour start time.
Sandy Cay also known as Gilligan's Island. A photo of this island was used for the famous opening shot of the original Gilligan's Island television series in the 1960's. Snap a few photos of this beautiful location.
Head over to a beautiful coral reef for a snorkel. Here you will see many species of fish and coral of many colors. Masks and snorkels are provided on board.
Swim with, feed, and take photos of the pigs that call this spot home. There will be guides instructing you on your interaction with the pigs and providing you with snacks to feed them.
At this point in the tour, the kids are hungry and the parents are looking for a tropical drink and a beach chair. Well we have just that at our next stop! Enjoy a local beach bar where a delicious lunch and beverage is provided for you. Use the time at this stop for building sandcastles, sun bathing, or enjoying the blue Bahamian water with a cold beverage from the bar.
Head over to Green Cay to spot wild sea turtles from the boat. The sea turtles love the grassy bottom at this location and are usually not shy to stick their head above water near the boat to say hello.
Now we head back over toward Paradise Island. Enter the harbour from the west to get an up-close view of the massive cruise ships and the beauty of the Nassau harbour before returning to our meeting location.
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Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(237)
The staff was great. The captain and his assistant were welcoming and helpful.
Joey and Dee were great, the boat was really nice and the fact we had it all to ourselves, even better. Highly recommend a tour or fishing trip with Capt. Dee and first mate Joey, lots of fun and banter!
It was amazing they was super friendly and a lot fun.
Captain Keith and mates Wilson & Celine were amazing! All three were very knowledgeable and so friendly! The experience was incredible and my children loved it. Can’t wait to do it again! We give them 1,000 stars!
We're visiting the Bahamas for my Mother's 60th birthday and she was so excited to swim with the pigs. We booked Born Free Charters through our front desk concierge service at Atlantis. The pick up location was seamless. We took a taxi feom the hotel for about $20, but could have made the walk in about 15 minutes. The crew were spectacular. Captain C., AJ, and TJ were amazing! So fun and full of life. They made us feel safe and well cared for. Snorkeling, seeing the sea turtles, swimming with the pigs, and even getting rained out on Rose island was worth it because we were in good company. I'm not a strong swimmer, but I felt very safe with my life vest and snorkeling gear, and Captain C. even jumped in the water with us to make sure we were safe. Oh and the wings at Footprints Beach Bar and Grill were everything. I literally had 2 servings. I would Absolutely book with them again.
The whole experience was amazing! Our captain Keith and mates Wilson and Celine were awesome! I would highly recommend!
Pigs and wonderful service. Will visit again
Keith, Selene and Wilson were amazing and so accommodating to our family!! They had the best smiles and were so pleasant! Truly made this wonderful for us!
Here’s a polished TripAdvisor review you could post: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you’re trying to decide which swimming pigs tour to book, choose Born Free Charters! We had an absolutely amazing day on the Rose Island Pig Tour, and it ended up being one of the highlights of our Bahamas trip. Captain Ricardo and mates Joey and TJ were incredible. From the moment we stepped on the boat, the energy was fun, welcoming, and upbeat. They kept everyone entertained, made sure we were safe, and genuinely cared that everyone had the best experience possible. The entire trip was well organized, never felt rushed, and the crew went above and beyond to make it memorable. You can tell they love what they do, and their positive vibe made the whole day even better. If you’re visiting Nassau, you have to do the Rose Island Pig Tour with Born Free Charters. I would book with this crew again in a heartbeat. Thank you, Ricardo, Joey, and TJ, for making our vacation so unforgettable! 🌴🐷☀️
Great 1/2 trip with Capt. Bobo and Kyris. They were a lot of fun and knew the great spots for snorkeling and seeing the sea turtles! Would highly recommend
