Exuma Powerboat Tour from Nassau with Swimming Pigs
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New Providence Island, Bahamas
- 8 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
See some of the Bahamas’ top destinations, all in one day on this powerboat tour from Nassau. In the morning, zip off to Allen’s Cay, where you can see rock iguanas in their natural habitat. Next, continue to Compass Cay Marina, home to wild nurse sharks. Finally, head to Big Major Cay—better known as “Pig Beach”—where you can get up close and personal with the Bahamas’ famed swimming pigs.
- Round-trip powerboat transit helps you see more of the sights in less time
- A hot restaurant lunch and beer are included in the tour cost
- Paddle alongside the Bahamas’ popular swimming pigs
- See iguanas and nurse sharks, relax on a sandbar, and soak up the scenery
What's Included
- Lunch
- Alcoholic BeveragesBeer
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Private transportation
- Pregnant Travelers not permitted
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Paradise Island Ferry TerminalParadise Beach Dr, The Bahamas
Check in is at the front of the Margaritaville Restaurant on Paradise Island at the Ferry Terminal.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.8:30 am
Itinerary
1
Exuma Cays
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Compass Cay
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Pig Beach
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
4
Exuma Cays
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
5
Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
6
Norman's Cay
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Pregnant travelers not permitted
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 19 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Brian_O
Great crew! The islands were beautiful and was fantastic to see a number of stops. We would definitely book this trip again!
Reviews
4.8
based on 496 reviews
Frances_T, Apr 2026
My family of 4 had a wonderful experience with Aqua shores. We did the full day exuma island hopping excursion (fed swimming pigs and iguanas, and swam with nurse sharks). The ride was long and bumpy but it didn’t feel unsafe. My kids (7 & 9) said it felt like a roller coaster ride 😂. Rico and his crew took great care of us and constantly came by to check if we needed drink refills. Great service from the crew and we were almost always the first ones at each island so it never felt crowded. Food was good at Lorraine’s cafe. Unfortunately we didn’t get to see the sandbar due to the water raising but we had a good time hanging out at a secluded beach nearby. The only thing I wish we did was spend more time at each location. Would definitely recommend Aqua Shores!
Brian_O, Apr 2026
Great crew! The islands were beautiful and was fantastic to see a number of stops. We would definitely book this trip again!
Heather_S, Mar 2026
We had an amazing time with Rico Suave, Martin, & LJ. We would absolutely recommend them to anyone who wants some adventure. They made sure to keep the day super fun.
ASHLEYPASSERO, Mar 2026
Aqua shores truly amazing ! Rico and Neal were the best! They were so accommodating and friendly so much fun my kids had a blast and so did we!
Tricia_D, Dec 2025
Most of our time was spent on the boat and only about 20 minutes at each excursion. If we would have known this beforehand, I would not have booked. Description was later changed after my complaint. Also, lunch was not at the yacht club but rather a local restaurant with minimal food-needless to say, we left very hungry. The staff was wonderful, but felt our money could’ve been spent better elsewhere.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Hi Tricia,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re truly sorry that your experience did not align with your expectations.
We want to clarify for future guests that this tour operates daily with the same full-day structure, covering a significant distance to allow visitors to experience multiple iconic Exuma locations in one day. Stop times are approximate and include travel time, and certain elements—such as lunch location and sandbar visits—are subject to availability and tide conditions, as outlined in the tour description and confirmation.
We also appreciate your kind words about our staff, who work extremely hard to provide a safe and enjoyable experience, especially during peak travel periods. Guest feedback is important to us, and we continually review our listings to ensure clarity and transparency for all travelers.
While we regret that this tour style was not the right fit for you, we thank you for choosing Aqua Shores Bahamas and wish you and your family all the best in your future travels.
Eric_H, Dec 2025
Highly recommend. Very professional crew from check-in all the way to returning back to port. Our captain was Rico Suave, who along with his crew were outstanding and entertaining. Don’t settle for one of the lesser quality tours to Exuma. Highly recommend.
AnneMarie_S, Nov 2025
This was such sn amazing day AJ and tge captain was fab
Speedboat was brutal lol but great
Pig island was fab
Nurse sharks amazing. Lunch at the yacht club amazing but the best bit for me sums up Exuma the sand banks, just stunning
I took a star off as i was left at pig island and had to run after the boat which had departed
AGUSTIN_L, Sep 2025
A must do to see to know the real Bahamas! Great boat, good food and drinks, awesome beaches!! Sharks, Pigs, Escobar plane, sandbars and more!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you for such a fantastic review! 🌴 We’re so glad you got to experience the real Bahamas with us
Barbara_M, Sep 2025
Captain Rico Swave, Neal and xxx were the BEST crew. All 6 women in our group had a fabulous time. The lunch was very good as was the lunch spot. Music on the boat was spot on which was perfect since we spent a lot of time on it traveling from one great spot to the next.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We’re thrilled to hear that Captain Rico, Neil, and the crew made your day so enjoyable.
Karah_B, Sep 2025
The Exuma excursion was absolutely amazing! Everything was well-organized and on time, making the whole day smooth and stress-free. Even with some weather, Captain Milio (amazing captain) did his best to navigate around it and keep the trip enjoyable. The crew Cam/Guelly also went above and beyond to make the experience fun, safe, and memorable. Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear you had such a great time on the Exuma excursion. Captain Milio, along with Cam and Guelly, will be so happy to know their efforts made your day smooth, safe, and unforgettable.
Marta_G, Aug 2025
They cancelled the excursion due to bad weather, but I find that from their part super responsible and cautious!!! I would pick this company again even though we weren’t able to go due to weather conditions!!!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
We really appreciate your understanding! Safety is always our top priority, and we’re glad you recognized our efforts. We’d love the chance to welcome you on board when the weather is on our side!
Marta_C, Aug 2025
Unfortunately, we did not get to go on this excursion due to bad weather in the Bahamas, but they would give us updates daily. I was really looking forward to it, but safety is their priority and I like that about the company.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
We really appreciate your understanding! Safety is always our top priority, and we’re glad you recognized our efforts. We’d love the chance to welcome you on board when the weather is on our side!
Anabela_S, Aug 2025
Captain of the boat where very friendly and got us through our tour safely. Multiple stops that did not disappoint. The ride itself was very choppy and bumpy but it's the ocean nothing can be done about that.
Perkash_C, Aug 2025
Great day exploring the Exumas! We had a blast with Capt Shay, LJ and Neil. They were kind, entertaining, fun and very attentive! Neil and LJ kept cracking up the whole time with their dance moves! About 70% of the day spent in the boat however we are both people so we enjoyed this part as well but something to note in case you’re not a big boat person. Also wish we could’ve spent about 10 to 15 more minutes with the sharks but overall it was a fantastic day and we had a wonderful time!
CASEY_S, Jul 2025
Our captain and first mate were amazing! So much fun! They make sure you get the most for your time! Don’t hesitate book it!
Jewls, Jul 2025
This was such a perfect family excursion and an amazing way to experience the Exumas! The breathtaking views made it go by in a flash — we loved every minute. Swimming with the pigs and the nurse sharks was definitely the highlight! Shea and Thea were incredibly welcoming and went out of their way to make sure we had an unforgettable time. A must-do experience!
Page_G, Jun 2025
Our tour guides, Elio and Cam, were fantastic. Super helpful and hospitable.
The tour itself is a great way to spend the day, highly recommend.
Sandi_B, Apr 2025
Was an amazing day!! I can’t recommend this tour highly enough! All of the sites were 10/10 and the lunch was delicious! The captains were attentive and hilarious! You won’t be disappointed if you book this tour!!
Gretchen_K, Jan 2025
This trip is not to be missed! It is a long day but with a lot to see and do. Fun just to be on fast moving boat. Crew was terrific. Kept us informed, entertained and supplied with drinks and snacks whenever we wanted. Really enjoyed seeing (up close) a lot of the little islands and super blue water of Exuma. Crew knew the area intimately and pointed out who owned each island and things that had happened there. Swimming with sharks was a bucket list item and did not disappoint. We had plenty of time to see, touch and swim with them. The iguanas were also super interesting and fun to feed. Swimming pigs were just OK. Not really sure what the big deal is about them. Baby pigs were cute. Didn't think Pablo Escobar's wrecked plane would be very interesting but it was and we were able to get up really close to see the plane underwater. We had an unexpectedly great lunch at STANIEL CAY Yacht club. Could order off the menu and sit at our own table. Food was really good! Return trip seemed a bit long but wemenjoyed the stop at the sand bar beach. Fun to look for shells and sand dollars. All in all, tour company was super! Everyone was really friendly and helpful. Captain Rico and his crew made us feel welcome, comfortable and safe. They were very aware of another tour group coming up behind us and made sure we had plenty of time and space to enjoy our stops. I would absolutely do this trip again! Just make sure you have plenty of sunblock (there is a sunshade on the boat but you will spend a lot of time in the sun) and warm clothing. Boat moves very fast and the wind is cool even on a warm day. We really appreciated that the tour company was proactive and contacted us to see if we could move our trip up a day due to the weather forecast. Fortunately we were able to do so. Our trip to the Bahamas would not have been complete without this excursion!
Nuree_H, Dec 2024
The best experience ever! All the activities are well organized and our guide is very friendly and informative, he made sure everybody in the group have a great experience and pictures, unfortunately I forgot his name - on the 30th boat#3. The scenary was beautiful, the last stop on the sand bar was amazing! A must do in Bahamas!
William_S, Dec 2024
The trip to the Exumas was worth every penny. Captain Rico and company provided an amazing experience, which I highly recommend.
Michael_B, Nov 2024
This was the highlight of our trip. It was so amazing to be able to see the nurse sharks, pigs, and iguanas up close and to be able to hold and pet both the sharks and pigs! Most of the pigs are not as cute as they look in the pictures - a lot of them are huge and somewhat aggressive (watch for them nipping your butt!) and be prepared for pig poop everywhere on land and in water. We did get to hold a couple cute baby pigs. The sharks was the highlight of our trip, touching them and holding them was amazing. The crew did a great job during all of our stops to make sure that everyone has had enough time to participate and take all the pictures that they want. There is a bathroom on the boat plus a few of the stops have a bathroom available as well. The sandbar that we got to walk around at the end of our trip was gorgeous and you will get to see plenty of green blue water during this outing - much prettier than what you see in Nassau and Paradise Island! Be prepared for at least half the trip to be in the boat - it’s about an hour at the beginning and the end plus more time between stops. The crew does continually offer you plenty of water, beer and snacks. The lunch at the restaurant is nice that they include it (anything on the menu except for shellfish due to allergies) BUT the food itself is not great. That was our only real complaint. Other than that, the tour is amazing and definitely worth the money!!
Gretchen_O, Oct 2024
Great trip! We enjoyed the boat ride, the staff was great The exumas were beautiful! Especially enjoyed the nurse sharks. Lunch was really good!
Olcayto_U, Sep 2024
The pigs and the sandbank. The crew was also nice. The food they provided in the Restaurant was excellent
Robyn_G, May 2024
Rico and Ron were amazing. Felt super safe with them. I love how you see all the animals and they are treated humanely. Highly recommend this tour
Roman_Z, May 2024
Very recommended. Exciting all day long trip with life memories. Great crew taking care about their customers
Reyna_P, Apr 2024
Excellent Service. Very attentive and helpful. My family and I had so much fun. They gave us enough time to do and enjoy every stop.
Rafaela_P, Apr 2024
Wonderful day exploring the Exumas! Special thanks to the captain and crew - you’ve made this a memorable experience!
Derek_S, Mar 2024
What a great tour and Emilio and Rico were great guides! Overall, a safe, unique, and fun day exploring the Exumas! I've been to some 37 countries and have done a lot of tours, and while this one is a bit pricey for sure, given the diversity of unique activities, definitely worth it! I literally had only 2.5 days in the Bahamas but glad I spent one doing this tour
The Exumas is definitely the treasure of the Bahamas - an archipelago of beautiful islands and water of every shade of blue. The speed boat cuts through the waves with ease and seats were pretty comfortable, which is good because the ride itself is a bit long (about an hour to the first stop). Good mix of stops including feeding the rock iguanas, swimming and getting to hold the nurse sharks (this was my favorite part!), a surprisingly nice lunch at an actual restaurant, the famous pig beach, and then a little beach time.
A few thing to note: there was no snorkeling on this tour, which I thought there was and was disappointed by. We stopped at the sunken wreck of Pablo Escobar's plane but didn't actually get out. Some of the stops (the beach stop) felt a little bit rushed for my taste. Also the pigs at the pig beach are huge and pretty wild! I was a little wary around the pigs, but it was still cool. Got hold an adorable baby pig!
Inez_Z, Mar 2024
We LOVED the tour. Staff upon check in was lovely. Rico and Emilio our guides were fantastic and full of energy. Lunch was great. Overall a wonderful experience and we highly recommend it.
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