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The 15 Best Snorkeling Trips in the Bahamas

81 tours  ·  from $79

Reef sits close to shore here and the water rarely goes past thirty feet, so visibility is the easy part. These 15 compare the reef stops, the wreck sites and the trips that add turtles or pigs, with prices and how long you are actually in the water.

Nassau: 3 Islands Tour, Snorkel, Pig Beach, Turtles & Lunch - Green Cay and the search for turtles
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Nassau: 3 Islands Tour, Snorkel, Pig Beach, Turtles & Lunch

1.3 Islands Tour, Snorkel, Pig Beach, Turtles & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,585 reviews · 4 hours · from $136Our pick

Spend four lively hours with Shore To Shore Bahamas on a speedboat tour from Nassau. You’ll snorkel near Pearl Island, watch for turtles at Green Cay, visit a private Rose Island beach with swimming pigs, and eat Bahamian-style BBQ. Captains Mike, Chris, Big Ray, and Rashad are among the crew members often leading trips. Bring a towel and sunscreen.

“this excursion in the Bahamas was an absolutely amazing experience. We went snorkeling in crystal-clear waters, saw beautiful marine life, and had the unforgettable opportunity to see turtles. One of the highlights of the trip was visiting Pig Island, which was incredibly fun and unique. The views throughout the excursion were breathtaking, with turquoise waters and stunning scenery everywhere we looked. It was a very enjoyable, well-organized experience and truly one of the best ways to explore the natural beauty of the Bahamas. Highly recommended!”

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Nassau: Pigs, Snorkel, Turtles, Lunch, Private Beach Club - Boarding at Margaritaville and crossing toward the outer islands
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Nassau: Pigs, Snorkel, Turtles, Lunch, Private Beach Club

2.Pigs, Snorkel, Turtles, Lunch, Private Beach Club

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,116 reviews · 4 hours · from $139

This four-hour powerboat trip links a reef snorkel, Green Cay turtle stop, and Oasis Ocean 7 on Rose Island. Captain Andy, Kareem, Andrew, MJ, and other crew members guide the outing, with lunch, soft drinks, snorkel gear, hammocks, kayaks, and the Da Nest lookout included. Expect sun, sea spray, stairs, and a fast pace.

“Absolutely fantastic! Definitely recommend! The guys were amazing and fun! Boat ride was great and safety was paramount found this so reassuring! 007 beach club was incredible. Best day ever!”

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Nassau: Snorkeling, Pig Beach, Swim with Turtles, and Lunch - Montagu Beach is the real starting point
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Nassau: Snorkeling, Pig Beach, Swim with Turtles, and Lunch

3.Snorkeling, Pig Beach, Swim with Turtles, and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 790 reviews · 5h 30m · from $165

Sail from Montagu Beach on a spacious catamaran to snorkel at reef sites, look for turtles, visit the swimming pigs, and enjoy a fresh Bahamian lunch. The crew serves water, rum punch, and Cuba Libres throughout the trip. Pig interaction costs an extra $30 to $35 in cash, and turtle sightings depend on nature.

“I love the tour. The food onboard was delicious! The captain and the guys who worked onboard and the chef were kind and knowledgeable and so professional on the water. The three stops and then the swim with pigs was amazing. Best tour we did on Nassau!!! Loved it!!”

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Nassau Swimming Pigs: Snorkeling, Lunch & Private Beach Club - Arriving at the private pig beach
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Nassau Swimming Pigs: Snorkeling, Lunch & Private Beach Club

4.Nassau Swimming Pigs: Snorkeling, Lunch & Private Beach Club

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 783 reviews · from $140

Cruise from Elizabeth on Bay past Paradise Island and Atlantis to a private beach near Atholl Island. Feed and hold swimming pigs, eat a plated lunch, sip unlimited rum punch, snorkel, and use kayaks, paddleboards, floaties, and beach games. A photo and video package is included.

“Everything went as advertised, the only thing is the pig's do poop a lot but the crew is quick to scoop it up.”

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Nassau: Swimming Pigs And Snorkel With Turtles - Rose Island: the pig encounter everyone remembers
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Nassau: Swimming Pigs And Snorkel With Turtles

5.Swimming Pigs And Snorkel With Turtles

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 651 reviews · from $140Top rated

Cruise from New Providence Island to Green Cay for calm-water snorkeling with sea turtles, fish, coral, and possible stingrays. Then head to Rose Island to feed swimming pigs, use kayaks and paddleboards, and relax on the beach. Delfin Charters runs morning and afternoon departures for groups of up to 26, with snacks, soft drinks, and onboard alcohol included.

“It is totally fun experience. The crew is super nice and extremely exciting to be around. Had an awesome day and the kids had a blast”

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Pearl Island Bahamas Snorkeling Experience and Lunch - Arriving on Pearl Island
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Pearl Island Bahamas Snorkeling Experience and Lunch

6.Pearl Island Bahamas Snorkeling Experience and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 626 reviews · from $115

Take a ferry from Nassau to Pearl Island for about five hours of beach time, snorkeling, a Bahamian lunch, and water activities. You can use provided snorkel gear, kayaks, paddleboards, water mats, and a trampoline. Expect scheduled snorkeling, shared facilities, first-come seating, and extra charges for lockers and drinks.

“We had a nice day at Pearl Island. The snorkeling was basically swimming in a small area with the fish “penned in”. Wasn’t the best, but the water was pretty and the people on the island are nice. One thing I liked in there were plenty of Read more”

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Rose Island Adventure: Snorkel, Sea Turtles, and Private Beach - Rose Island Reef: the main water activity
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Rose Island Adventure: Snorkel, Sea Turtles, and Private Beach

7.Rose Island Adventure: Snorkel, Sea Turtles, and Private Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 486 reviews · from $139

Cruise from Margaritaville Nassau to Rose Island and Green Cay on a small-group speedboat. You’ll snorkel at Rose Island Reef, look for turtles from the boat, then relax at 007 Beach Club with lunch, soft drinks, and optional rum punch. Captains Andy, Kareem, and their crews may lead the outing.

“We booked this trip to see the turtles and the private beach. Did not want a pig trip. Well, don’t plan on seeing many turtles and do plan on seeing it swimming with the pigs. They sell this trip under more than one description. They asked Read more”

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Nassau: Swimming Pigs, Snorkeling, Lunch, & Beach Boat Tour - Meeting the famous pigs in shallow water
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Nassau: Swimming Pigs, Snorkeling, Lunch, & Beach Boat Tour

8.Swimming Pigs, Snorkeling, Lunch, & Beach Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 421 reviews · 150 minutes - 4 hours · from $140

Take a fast boat from Nassau past Atlantis, Paradise Island, and harbor sights to a private beach near Athol Island. Feed swimming pigs, snorkel with tropical fish, enjoy lunch, rum punch, kayaks, paddleboards, games, and free photos. Guides such as Sterling and Captain Johnny keep the trip lively and organized.

“Pig feeding was absolutely fantastic. Smooth speedboat ride, hosts were very attentive. Plenty of snacks, soft drinks and rum punch. Was pleasantly surprised to receive an email with additional photos available to download for free, taken by hosts.”

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Ultimate SeaXscape Pigs/Turtles/Snorkel/Lunch/Drinks/PU/DO - Coral Reefs, Tropical Fish, and Clear Bahamian Water
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Ultimate SeaXscape Pigs/Turtles/Snorkel/Lunch/Drinks/PU/DO

9.Ultimate SeaXscape Pigs/Turtles/Snorkel/Lunch/Drinks/PU/DO

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 333 reviews · from $199

Spend about 3.5 hours on Nassau’s water with a small crew led by captains such as Mario, Enrique, and Antonio. Feed swimming pigs, snorkel coral reefs, look for sea turtles, visit Rose Island and Gilligan’s Island, watch a conch show, and enjoy lunch, snacks, drinks, and hotel or cruise-port pickup.

“Absolutely fantastic!!! Great boat ride, pigs were so cute and cool. Got to see a few turtles as well. The boat crew were top notch. They really were an asset to the excursion.”

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3 Islands Tour, Swim with Pigs, Turtles, Snorkelling & lunch - Pearl Island snorkeling over coral and fish
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3 Islands Tour, Swim with Pigs, Turtles, Snorkelling & lunch

10.3 Islands Tour, Swim with Pigs, Turtles, Snorkelling & lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 296 reviews · from $175

Cruise from New Providence to Atlantis, Pearl Island, Green Turtle Cay, and Rose Island. Snorkel over reefs, search for sea turtles, feed pigs, and enjoy beach time with kayaks and paddleboards. Crews may include TJ, Lee, Rio, Miko, or Tiggie, with lunch, drinks, masks, and life jackets provided.

“Too expensive! No turtles! Pig encounter is for pictures only. Lunch is average. Tour is only 3 hours. I won't recomend it at all!”

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Nassau Shore Excursion: Bahamas Snorkel Adventure - First reef stop: a useful warm-up
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Nassau Shore Excursion: Bahamas Snorkel Adventure

11.Nassau Shore Excursion: Bahamas Snorkel Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 278 reviews · from $143

You’ll leave Nassau’s cruise port by shuttle, board a boat at Stuart Cove’s, and spend about three hours snorkeling at clear-water reef sites. The shark stop is optional, and you may enter the water or watch from the boat. Crews including Kareem, Alexis, Nathan, Valentino, Clevon, and Jason have been praised for calm, hands-on help.

“Good things: Snorkelling above the sharks was an amazing experience, and even better was when they brough the sharks up to the surface once we were all safely on the boat. (You don't have to get in to have a good shark experience). Read more”

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Nassau 3-stops: Snorkeling, Swimming Pigs, Turtles & Lunch - Pig Beach and the extra-cost encounter
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Nassau 3-stops: Snorkeling, Swimming Pigs, Turtles & Lunch

12.Nassau 3-stops: Snorkeling, Swimming Pigs, Turtles & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 249 reviews · from $168

Sail from Montagu Beach at 9:30 a.m. aboard a spacious catamaran, stopping near Pearl Island for reef snorkeling, Pig Beach for the optional paid pig encounter, and Green Cay for turtle spotting. Lunch, water, soda, rum punch, snorkeling gear, Wi-Fi, and a covered area are included. The boat returns to Nassau after about 5.5 hours.

“This was awesome. There was some big ass storms coming through and they managed to find spots to snorkel where the water and currents were manageable. They’re super nice. I had a blast. Absolutely would do this again any day. Also there’s like a real chef. Which is as not expecting. And his food was fantastic.”

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Nassau: Reef Snorkeling, Turtles, Lunch & Private Beach Club - Green Cay and the turtle stop
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Nassau: Reef Snorkeling, Turtles, Lunch & Private Beach Club

13.Reef Snorkeling, Turtles, Lunch & Private Beach Club

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 238 reviews · 4 hours · from $128

From Margaritaville on Paradise Island, you’ll speed to a reef near Pearl and Rose islands, spot turtles at Green Cay, then relax at Oasis Ocean 7 Private Beach Club. Expect a small-group feel, grilled burgers or hot dogs, soft drinks, hammocks, kayaks, floats, and photo stops at Da Nest. English-speaking crews may include Captain Ken, Andy, Kareem, or other Oasis Ocean 7 staff.

“The beach club was beautiful! Burgers for lunch was good and the rum lunch was strong lol. All good overall but I would’ve preferred better music for everyone. The music you couldn’t really dance too. I would prefer some afrobeats as well!!”

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Nassau: 3 islands Pigs,Turtles,Snorkel & Beach Club with lunch - Pearl Island: your first coral reef stop
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Nassau: 3 islands Pigs,Turtles,Snorkel & Beach Club with lunch

14.3 islands Pigs,Turtles,Snorkel & Beach Club with lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 207 reviews · from $175

Spend about four hours boating from Nassau to Pearl Island, Athol Island, Green Turtle Cay, and Rose Island. Snorkel with fish, swim near turtles and pigs, then relax at a beach club or floating restaurant. Captains such as TJ, Lee, Q, Rio, and Mico are known for friendly, attentive service, though stops can change with weather and boat conditions.

“The best thing we did on our Bahamas trip! Trip was intimate with just a few of us on board. Captain and first mate were amazing!!! So much fun and will definitely recommend booking with them!!”

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007 Private Beach Club -Swimming Pigs, Snorkeling, Lunch, Drinks - Green Cay and the Turtle Sanctuary
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007 Private Beach Club -Swimming Pigs, Snorkeling, Lunch, Drinks

15.007 Private Beach Club -Swimming Pigs, Snorkeling, Lunch, Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 201 reviews · from $149

Spend about four hours boating from Paradise Island to Rose Island and Green Cay. You’ll snorkel over a reef, look for green turtles, relax at 007 Beach Club, and enjoy lunch, soft drinks, and water. Rum punch is included, while cocktails and some pig encounters may cost extra. Captain Ken and crew members Obie and Vito have earned special praise for their friendly approach.

“Tour was such a unique and unforgettable experience! The boat ride was smooth, the guides were super friendly and the pigs were adorable. The beach club was stunning and we had plenty of time to take photos, feed the pigs, and enjoy Read more”

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