Half Day Swimming Pigs on Rose Island, Snorkeling and Lunch
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Half Day Swimming Pigs on Rose Island, Snorkeling and Lunch

By Born Free Charters
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Swim with the pigs and skip the full day excursion! We have been operating boat tours for over 40 years with well maintained boats and knowledgeable guides. Let us take you to see Sandy Cay, famous from Gilligan's Island, snorkel a vibrant coral reef, swim, feed, and snap photos with the pigs of Rose Island, relax at a local beach bar with lunch, visit Green Cay to spot wild sea turtles and cruise through Nassau Harbour for breathtaking views. Book now for an amazing adventure!
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Ages 2-100, max of 25 per group
Duration: 4h
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Live guide: English
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  • Light snacks on board the boat.
  • Local beer, canned mojitos (must be 18 years or older)
  • Options to choose from the beach bar menu are included in your confirmation.
  • Soda/Pop
  • Bottled water
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Landing and facility fees
  • Restroom on board
  • Entry/Admission - New Providence Island
What's not included
  • Gratuities


Start:
  • Paradise Island Ferry Terminal, Paradise Beach Dr, The Bahamas
    Paradise Island Ferry Terminal - on Paradise Island, check in booth located on the harbour side of the Margaritaville restaurant. Booth is labeled Born Free Charters. ALL GUESTS MUST CHECK IN 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO YOUR TOUR DEPARTURE TIME.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 16186P25

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not recommended for travellers with back problems
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travellers

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 16186P25

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    AshleyG
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    May 2024 • Couples
    Everything about this trip was excellent!! Cameron and TJ were great hosts that took wonderful care of us. The boat was so fast! I 'had' to drink my beer quickly before it was filled with saltwater spray LOL! We were constantly amazed at the water clarity and colors. Snorkeling was fun and seeing the turtles was better than I expected. I was hoping for 1 or 2, but they were everywhere. Even saw one with a tracker on its back. The pigs were fun and very well-trained. We got lovely pics with Dottie as she patiently sat (for treats, of course) and accepted hugs from the visitors. The Piggly Wiggly staff and TJ were happy to take pics during the day. Actually, they took excellent pics and gave us lots of options to choose from. The beach at Rose Island where we had lunch was perfection. The water was calm, clear, and warm. None of the spots were crowded which was nice. Lunch at Footprints was pretty good. Enough items to choose from and my veggie burger was yummy! One rum drink is included, but be prepared to pay $18 for another!!

    I debated this trip with one of their full-day offerings and while we enjoyed this one, a full-day excursion would have been even better. I would definitely book with Born Free again! Thank you for a fantastic day!
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    Bsmithy99
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    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Amazing day! Lots of options when picking excursion companies in the Bahamas but so glad we went with Born Free! The boat was well kept, the group size was smaller than some of the other tours we saw and the crew was amazing. Captain Keith, Vado and Joey were so fun, they played great music and made sure everyone was having a good time and overall gave the day a great vibe.
    Written 24 June 2024
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    Mariam V
    14 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jun 2024 • Couples
    My husband and I took this tour on our honeymoon and it completely exceeded our expectations! Captain Keith, Joey, and Navado were the best possible crew with an amazing playlist as we coasted through the beautiful waters and handing out refreshments all along the way. They were very informative, showing us different islands en route to our destinations. The snorkeling was pretty good-- a lot of fish to see in the reefs where we stopped. We also saw sea turtles from the boat! And, of course, swimming with the pigs on Rose Island was a main highlight, we got to feed them and got some great photos. We ended the tour with a delicious lunch and drinks at a restaurant on another island, with beachfront seating and more gorgeous views. Would definitely recommend and would go again next time we're in Nassau!
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    Wade M
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    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jun 2024 • Couples
    This was a first for us. We were a little hesitant due to the price but found it well worth it. Our boat the ‘WASABI’ and crew Navarro, T.J., and Jake were fun, professional, and easy to trust. The pig trainers on Rose Island made it an easy experience. This half day excursion made our trip very memorable and we would recommend to any and all visitors to Nassau. Born Free charter services is top notch.
    Written 11 June 2024
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    We are happy to hear you enjoyed your tour with us and thank you for the recommendation to others. Your kind words about our crew are appreciated.
    Written 17 June 2024
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    Martha B
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sept 2023 • Family
    I took my daughter on the half day tour to celebrate her 14th birthday and we had an amazing experience! We loved the boat ride, snorkeling, seeing the turtles, enjoying the pristine water and soft white sand on the islands, and the lunch was delicious! We felt that the booking process was easy, the transportation from Atlantis over was convenient, the boat was nice, and the crew made the experience safe, fun, and relaxing. If you’re looking for a memorable experience while visiting the Bahamas, I highly recommend booking one of their tours!
    Written 1 October 2023
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    dasenkaharykova
    San Jose, CA122 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Amazing experience. Winston, Wilson, and TJ did a great job - kept it fun, and we did so much! The boat was very powerful so we could go faster between the spots and really saw a lot. There was time to eat, drink, okay with pigs, and watch some ruetles.
    Half a day felt longer and couldn't be happier. Grea5 value. The only issue is transportation. For us, we had to get to Paradise Island. Normally, you get picked up. Bit ota all good, We learned how to rake a local bus and save some money on a taxi.
    Thank you again for a g Re AR fay dull of wonderful memories.
    Dasha
    Written 1 March 2024
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    Jennifer
    Evansville, IN9 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This was a really fun trip that I would highly recommend. Our captain, Nevado was amazing along with Jazzy and another crew member whose name has escaped me. First we cruised by Ocean Club, where Jazzy pointed out some houses owned by the rich and famous like Michael Jordan and Oprah. Then we stopped at the snorkel site. We were able to get on and off the boat as needed. If you don’t enjoy snorkeling, you can get back on whenever you want or stay on the boat. Snorkel gear was provided and there were tons of colorful fish on the reef. Next, we went to see the pigs. We fed them as they swam by. It was really fun. We could pet them and there was an opportunity to take pictures holding a baby pig. We ate lunch at a neat beachfront restaurant. You are able to order your entree ahead of time. The food was good and it was a great place to hang out and relax. Last, we went to a spot to look for sea turtles. We saw several and were able to get some good pictures. The crew was great at spotting them and pointing them out. Born Free no longer allows you to swim with the turtles due to a shark attack in the area. I appreciate their concern for safety as other companies were allowing swimming there.

    One thing I will do for next time is bring a dry bag so I can take my camera for better photos.
    Written 1 July 2023
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    Ashley G
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had a great day with Capt. Sid and crew. The boat was clean and the crew was very attentive. We were always offered a beverage, snack or a water. They were friendly and helpful with snorkels gear and getting on and off the boat. The boat had a fully stocked cooler with a variety of beverages for the day. Lunch was delicious and had a local flair. The music was awesome and everyone was singing and dancing in between stops. We really enjoyed feeding the pigs and seeing the turtles. Great day on the water. Highly recommend.
    Written 4 January 2025
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    It was our pleasure to have you on the tour! Thank you for sharing your experience, and we can’t wait to see you again on another adventure!
    Written 14 January 2025
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    Tanya B
    11 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jan 2025 • Couples
    The boat ride and crew were incredible!! Music blaring and cold drinks were flowing! Snorkeling was amazing! The restaurant that they took us to, footprints, was delicious and the vibe was so chill. I coulda stayed there the rest of my vacation. Great experience. Highly recommend.
    Written 30 January 2025
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    Thank you Tanya for joining us and for writing a review! We are thrilled that you had such a great time with us on our Rose Island tour. Footprints is one of our favorite stops as well!
    Written 3 February 2025
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