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Swimming with Turtles in the Bahamas: The 15 Best Trips

49 tours  ·  from $90

Green turtles gather in a few shallow sand flats where the water sits waist deep. The 15 below are ranked on how much time they give you at the turtle stop rather than how many other stops they can fit in, each priced and timed.

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

4.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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Bahamas Adventure: Pigs, Reef, Turtles, and Beach with Lunch - Snorkeling over Rose Island’s coral
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Bahamas Adventure: Pigs, Reef, Turtles, and Beach with Lunch

5.Bahamas Adventure: Pigs, Reef, Turtles, and Beach with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 640 reviews · from $299

From Margaritaville’s Paradise Island marina, you’ll ride a luxury powerboat to Rose Island and nearby cays for reef snorkeling, turtle viewing, Sandy Cay, and a beach lunch. The star attraction is feeding and swimming with pigs. Crews such as Captain Shay, Ron, LJ, and Leslie keep the trip lively, while drinks, kayaks, paddle boards, and volleyball are included.

“Boat crew was a lot of fun. Loved the trip, music and the food was a cheese burger in “Paradise”. We could not have asked for 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

6.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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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

7.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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Bluefinn242 Swim with the Turtles in Nassau Bahamas - Snorkeling with green turtles in open water
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Bluefinn242 Swim with the Turtles in Nassau Bahamas

8.Bluefinn242 Swim with the Turtles in Nassau Bahamas

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 320 reviews · from $128

Meet Bluefinn242 at Harbour Central in Nassau for a private boat ride to Green Cay, known as Turtle Island. Guides such as Keith, Omar, Darcy, Tyler, and Rick help you snorkel with wild green turtles, fish, and stingrays, then give you time to swim and relax on the beach. The two-hour trip includes gear, water, and soft drinks.

“Keith and Darcy were amazing! My mom is scared of swimming and the water and they made her feel so comfortable. We saw turtles and also snorkeled by the reef where we saw fish. The boat ride was another favorite part for us, it was so fun. We also got a private tour! Please bring cash to tip, no zelle or venmo accepted! Thank you so much!!”

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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

9.3 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 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

10.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

11.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

12.3 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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Perfect Day Swimming Pigs, Turtles, Reef Snorkel & Lunch - Watching turtles at protected Green Cay
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Perfect Day Swimming Pigs, Turtles, Reef Snorkel & Lunch

13.Perfect Day Swimming Pigs, Turtles, Reef Snorkel & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 198 reviews · from $189

From Montagu Beach, you’ll ride with a lively crew such as Captain Henny or Captain Randy to snorkel near Atholl Island, watch turtles at Green Cay, and spend two hours at Rose Island’s 007 Beach. Expect a buffet lunch, rum punch, fruit punch, pig feeding, shaded boat seating, and a small group capped at 25 people.

“Very nice trip. Would do this again next year. Snorkel was a good length. Turtles were cute and pigs were fun to feed. Beach was beautiful and crew was great”

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Private Rose Island, Swimming Pigs, Snorkeling and Turtles - Leaving Nassau for Rose Island
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Private Rose Island, Swimming Pigs, Snorkeling and Turtles

14.Private Rose Island, Swimming Pigs, Snorkeling and Turtles

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 181 reviews

Take a private four-hour boat trip from Nassau to Rose Island, Green Cay, and nearby pig beaches. Your captain, such as Ramsey, Dillon, Lawren, or McKinney, can adjust the route for snorkeling, turtles, beach time, or pigs. Gear, drinks, snacks, water, and rum punch are included, while swimming pigs cost extra.

“What a fantastic day. The skipper was full of information and treated us like special friends. Nothing to was too much trouble and we had a very fulfilling adventure”

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Nassau: Private Island & Snorkeling, Turtles, Drinks, & BBQ - Pearl Island reef snorkeling for 25 to 35 minutes
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Nassau: Private Island & Snorkeling, Turtles, Drinks, & BBQ

15.Private Island & Snorkeling, Turtles, Drinks, & BBQ

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 172 reviews · 4 hours · from $153

Take a 40-foot speedboat or catamaran from Nassau to Pearl Island for reef snorkeling, Green Cay for sea turtle viewing, and Rose Island for a BBQ, rum punch, kayaks, games, and beach time. Captains such as Mike, Tristan, and Twister lead the English-language trip, with hotel pickup available on selected options.

“This was a great excursion. Captain Brad and first mate Molly were a blast. Well worth the money!!”

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