Should You Swim with the Pigs in Nassau?

The swimming pigs excursion is a short boat ride from Nassau to a small island where a colony of friendly (and sometimes pushy) pigs wade in shallow water and lounge on the beach. Expect about 15–25 minutes interacting with them, plus some time for photos and a quick swim or snorkel. The pigs are used to people and will approach for food, but they’re still animals—don’t expect them to be cuddly or clean. Many trips also stop at a shallow sandbar or small beach where you can snorkel with turtles or just float. It’s a fun, silly half-day activity that mixes well with a beach day but isn’t a wildlife documentary.

Best time is December through April when the weather is driest and seas are calmer; avoid summer if you get seasick, as afternoon thunderstorms and choppier water are common. Expect to pay around $150–$250 per person including boat transport, guide, and usually a drink or two. Private charters or smaller groups cost more.

Pick the shorter water-taxi style trips that focus on the pigs and a quick turtle stop—they give you more actual time in the water for your money. Skip the ones that tack on a long “beach party” with loud music and an open bar if you just want to see the pigs. Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a waterproof phone case, and small pieces of fruit or bread to feed them.