Nassau: Discover Exuma Island Hopping and Swimming Pigs Tour

Paradise Island, Bahamas



Discover the picturesque beauty of the Exuma Cays on a full day, all-inclusive tour. Guests will experience five separate island stops to make the most of their day away from Nassau.

Highlights

  • Snorkel at Pablo Escobar's sunken drug plane off Norman's Cay
  • Swim and feed the swimming pigs at Big Major's Cay
  • Visit Bahamian Rock Iguanas on Allen’s Cay
  • Swim with nurse sharks at Compass Cay Marina
  • Relax on Exuma’s beaches or sandbars
  • Enjoy a buffet lunch at a local Exuma restaurant

Description

This powerboat tour departs from Paradise Island and travels southeast for about one hour to Allen’s Cay, home to the rare Bahamian Rock Iguanas found only on three Exuma islands. You will have the opportunity to observe these unique lizards in their natural habitat.

Next, the journey continues south through the Exuma Cays to Compass Cay, where nurse sharks gather under the docks of Compass Cay Marina. Visitors can safely swim alongside these gentle sharks.

The tour then heads to Big Major’s Cay to swim with and feed the swimming pigs that have gained worldwide attention through media and social platforms. This is a well-known spot to capture memorable photos.

After swimming with the pigs, enjoy a buffet lunch and a cold drink at a local restaurant in Exuma to recharge before the afternoon activities. The next stop is a snorkeling adventure at the wreck of a plane famously linked to Pablo Escobar, located just off Norman's Cay. The plane crashed in the late 1970s and is now a popular snorkeling site.

The final stop is a sandbar or beach for swimming, sunbathing, and additional photo opportunities before returning.

Note: The order of the itinerary may vary at the captain’s discretion.

Includes

  • Buffet lunch at a local restaurant
  • Local beer, sodas, and bottled water
  • Light snacks
  • Snorkel gear
  • Landing fees
  • Food for the pigs

Excludes

  • Crew gratuity (optional and left to your discretion)
  • Transportation to the check-in location

Important Information

  • This is a shared tour accommodating up to 24 guests
  • Transportation to the check-in point is not included

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Booking Tips

Bring swimwear, sunscreen, a towel, and waterproof camera gear. The best time to visit is during calm sea conditions for optimal snorkeling and swimming experiences.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can see Bahamian Rock Iguanas on Allen’s Cay, swimming pigs at Big Major's Cay, and nurse sharks at Compass Cay Marina in the Bahamas.
The tour departs from Paradise Island in the Bahamas.
Yes, you can swim with and feed the swimming pigs at Big Major's Cay during the tour.
Yes, the tour includes snorkeling at Pablo Escobar's sunken drug plane near Norman's Cay.
The boat ride from Paradise Island, near Nassau, to Allen’s Cay takes approximately one hour.
Yes, the tour includes a buffet lunch at a local Exuma restaurant in the Bahamas.
Yes, the tour offers the opportunity to swim with nurse sharks at Compass Cay Marina.
Bahamian Rock Iguanas are found on Allen’s Cay, one of the stops on the Exuma Island Hopping tour.
Yes, you can relax on various beaches and sandbars throughout the Exuma islands during the tour.
Check the tour provider's website for the most current departure times and availability in the Bahamas.

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