You have four hours in Nassau, so you need to choose how you want to spend them. You could spend those hours on the beach or exploring Nassau, or you could head out onto the water. A trip to Rose Island lets you spend time on the water and interact with the swimming pigs while you explore a different side of the Bahamas. Because the tour lasts four hours, you can enjoy the experience and still have time for the rest of your day in the Bahamas.
The Pigs Are Only Half of the Experience
Swimming with pigs might sound like a photo opportunity. You can interact with the pigs in the water while also taking in the island setting around you. At Pig Paradise, you can paddle beside the pigs and watch them move through the water.
This swimming pigs tour lets you interact with the pigs while experiencing Rose Island up close.
Getting to Rose Island Is Part of the Adventure
The experience starts before you meet the pigs. You board a ferry at Nassau Downtown Harbor and head toward Rose Island. You can enjoy the boat ride and ocean views before you arrive at Rose Island. The tour also includes an Atlantis Harbor Cruise. The Atlantis Harbor Cruise adds another sightseeing experience to the journey toward Rose Island.
The four-hour tour gives you a focused Rose Island experience while leaving plenty of flexibility for the rest of your Nassau plans. Tour Daddy lists pickup for both cruise and non-cruise guests at its downtown Nassau location. After the tour, you can still use the remaining time to explore Nassau or follow other plans.
It Works for More Than One Kind of Traveler
Couples can enjoy the setting and the shared experience. Families can make the animal encounter the main event. Groups can enjoy the boat ride and island visit together.
The mix of activities gives different types of travelers more than one reason to enjoy the tour. You can interact with wildlife, travel by boat, and spend time on Rose Island.
Because the tour combines an animal encounter with a boat trip and time on Rose Island, it can suit different kinds of Bahamas itineraries.
The Best Bucket-List Experiences Need Practical Planning
Check the departure time before you leave, and bring what you need for time in the sun and water. Pack sunscreen, a towel, and a hat. Bring a camera too; you’ll want photos of this one. Lunch and drinks cost extra, so factor that into your budget.
Show up on time. Tour Daddy doesn’t wait for stragglers, and once the boat leaves, it leaves. Bad weather can also cancel the whole thing, so check the forecast the night before and glance at the schedule again in the morning.
Yes, the pigs are why everyone books this trip. But the boat ride out and the setting on Rose Island add something extra; you’re not just petting pigs, you’re spending a morning on the water. If you’re short on time in the Bahamas, this tour packs a lot into a few hours and still leaves your afternoon free. Book it early on your list.
Last Updated on August 27, 2026
