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Escape Nassau for a six‑hour boat trip to Rose Island: snorkel clear reefs, lounge on white sand, and meet the famous swimming pigs at Sandy Toes. This practical guide covers what to expect, what to bring, and how to make the most of the day.
Escape Nassau for a six‑hour boat trip to Rose Island: snorkel clear reefs, lounge on white sand, and meet the famous swimming pigs at Sandy Toes. This practical guide covers what to expect, what to bring, and how to make the most of the day.
The boat slips away from Paradise Island and the city grid of Nassau thins into a wide Bahamian horizon. Salt and sun lift off the water; palms at Sandy Toes promise shade and a crowd of curious residents — peacocks preen, curly–tail lizards dart, and, famously, the swimming pigs wobble toward the surf.
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Operated by Sandy Toes · Nassau, New Providence
The boat slips away from Paradise Island and the city grid of Nassau thins into a wide Bahamian horizon. Salt and sun lift off the water; palms at Sandy Toes promise shade and a crowd of curious residents — peacocks preen, curly–tail lizards dart, and, famously, the swimming pigs wobble toward the surf.
Rose Island sits on a low carbonate platform of the Bahamas Bank; the sand is pulverized coral, fine and bright, and reefs fringe the shallows with fingered outcrops and gardened coral heads. Historically part of New Providence’s chain of cays, Rose Island has shifted from occasional plantations and ship anchorages to small-scale tourism focused on beach culture and marine encounters.
The experience is straightforward: a roughly 6‑hour round trip by powerboat from Paradise Island, time to swim and snorkel over shallow reefs, buffet lunch and an open bar on site, plus supervised interaction with the island’s pigs. Expect warm, clear water, limited shade other than canopy structures and hammocks, and soft flat sand underfoot. No climbs or long hikes — this is a seaside day focused on marine life and relaxed beach time.
Practical guidance: arrive early for strict check-in, bring reef‑safe sunscreen, a towel, and dry cash or card for optional upgrades. If you plan to snorkel, bring your own mask for fit and hygiene or use provided gear for a refundable deposit. Respect animal handlers’ instructions — the pigs and peacocks are cared for and fed on-site with approved diets. Timing your visit midweek or early season can reduce crowds and improve snorkel visibility.
The tour is approximately 6 hours round trip from the Paradise Island departure point, including boat transit, beach time, snorkeling, lunch and animal interactions.
On-site staff supervise interactions; pigs are vet-checked and fed approved diets — follow staff instructions and don’t bring outside food for animals.
Yes — snorkel equipment is available on-site for use with a refundable deposit (typically USD $10), but bringing your own mask is recommended for fit and hygiene.
Bring swimsuit, towel, reef-safe sunscreen, ID, and a small amount of cash or card for upgrades; towels are not guaranteed, so pack your own.
Sandy Toes operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The boat slips away from Paradise Island and the city grid of Nassau thins into a wide Bahamian horizon. Salt and sun lift off the water; palms at Sandy Toes promise shade and a crowd of curious residents — peacocks preen, curly–tail lizards dart, and, famously, the swimming pigs wobble toward the surf.
The boat slips away from Paradise Island and the city grid of Nassau thins into a wide Bahamian horizon. Salt and sun lift off the water; palms at Sandy Toes promise shade and a crowd of curious residents — peacocks preen, curly–tail lizards dart, and, famously, the swimming pigs wobble toward the surf.
Rose Island sits on a low carbonate platform of the Bahamas Bank; the sand is pulverized coral, fine and bright, and reefs fringe the shallows with fingered outcrops and gardened coral heads. Historically part of New Providence’s chain of cays, Rose Island has shifted from occasional plantations and ship anchorages to small-scale tourism focused on beach culture and marine encounters.
The experience is straightforward: a roughly 6‑hour round trip by powerboat from Paradise Island, time to swim and snorkel over shallow reefs, buffet lunch and an open bar on site, plus supervised interaction with the island’s pigs. Expect warm, clear water, limited shade other than canopy structures and hammocks, and soft flat sand underfoot. No climbs or long hikes — this is a seaside day focused on marine life and relaxed beach time.
Practical guidance: arrive early for strict check-in, bring reef‑safe sunscreen, a towel, and dry cash or card for optional upgrades. If you plan to snorkel, bring your own mask for fit and hygiene or use provided gear for a refundable deposit. Respect animal handlers’ instructions — the pigs and peacocks are cared for and fed on-site with approved diets. Timing your visit midweek or early season can reduce crowds and improve snorkel visibility.