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

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

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Hop aboard one of our luxury powerboats as we cruise to the cute and entertaining pigs of Rose Island! Enjoy a scenic but brief boat ride as you head to a colorful coral reef for snorkeling. Next you will view the wild sea turtles and stop to explore Gilligan’s Island which is one of the world's most photographed islands! Hop back on the boat for a brief ride as we take you to the newest beach bar and grill on Rose Island. This quiet but beautiful spot is surrounded by a white sandy beach and turquoise waters where you will be welcomed with a local specialty drink as well as a hot lunch. After lunch it's selfie time!! Get your cameras out as the pigs start to get in the water! You will be able to feed and swim with them in a once in a lifetime experience! After you've taken a lifetime's supply of selfies you can spend time relaxing on comfy lay off chairs on the beach or you can hop on one of their kayaks, paddle boards, or get a group together and play beach volleyball!

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Ages 2-70, max of 20 per group

Duration: 4h

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Live guide: English

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Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best

2024

Bottled water
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Lunch
Soda/Pop
Onboard Beer
Onboard Pink Grapefruit Radler Drink
Welcome Drink Rum Punch or Sky Juice at Restaurant
Paddle Boards
Kayaks
Volleyball
Entry/Admission - Rose Island

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Pregnant Travelers not permitted

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Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville Bahamas, 2 Marina Drive Paradise Island N.P, The Bahamas
If you're heading to Margaritaville restaurant, as soon as you turn the corner you will see a parking lot on your right hand side with a lift gate. Walk through the parking lot there and you will see our check-in point straight ahead.

End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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Pushchair accessible
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: 294117P8

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Not recommended for travellers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travellers
Most travellers can participate
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
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2 Marina Drive Paradise Island N.P, The Bahamas
If you're heading to Margaritaville restaurant, as soon as you turn the corner you will see a parking lot on your right hand side with a lift gate. Walk through the parking lot there and you will see our check-in point straight ahead.
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Aqua Shores - Luxury Powerboat Tours
1,156
Nassau, Bahamas
Joined in December 2020
lynnauburn
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Our favorite excursion. Awesome boat and crew!
Our favorite excursion of our 5 days in Nassau. Miguel and Adrian took our adult family of 6 out for a morning private fishing and snorkeling adventure. The boat was beautiful and went FAST! They played fun music. They had a cooler of drinks (we paid for a 12 pack of beer and coke zeros. They had other options on board as well. We fished (they cleaned our catch and had margaritville cook up after - delish). We snorkeled. Saw the turtles and went to a small stretch of beach. We thought about going to island bar and grill but preferred the boat time. They let us decide. Book it!
Written March 17, 2025
GlobeTrotting552058
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Best day in the Bahamas!
We had an amazing time as a family of four, with kids aged 12 and 14. The boat ride was fast and thrilling, and the waters—ranging from turquoise to deep blue—were absolutely breathtaking. Swimming with the pigs was a fantastic experience! While some reviews mention the food and the inevitable realities of being around live animals (yes, pigs do what pigs do), it shouldn’t take away from the experience. We also got to feed the iguanas, which was so much fun! Cameron and Amillio were outstanding tour guides—we even wanted to give them an extra tip the next day but, unfortunately, didn’t get the chance to see them again. We HIGHLY recommend Aquashore Tours and the full-day trip to Exuma Island!
Written March 15, 2025
862tiffanyj
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Best part of our Bahamas trip!
Amazing day! Favorite part of our trip! Shay and Ashton were amazing and great with our kids. We took our three little boys (3,5,6) on this full day trip, which I was a little nervous about, but they had as much fun as we did and loved the whole thing. Highly recommend! Well worth the money!
Written March 13, 2025
laurenbU4339MM
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Amazing experience!!
Crew members were phenomenal! Super energetic, played great music to go along with our ride. The whole experience is worth going on, little history on the way which was nice to hear and see in person, the stops you take are amazing, great day trip with outstanding beautiful views and a very enjoyable boat ride with drinks and snacks! Highly recommend the day tour to anyone who is staying in the Bahamas! Perfect amount of time too explore, be part of the excursions and enjoy some beach time all in one day!
Written March 10, 2025
di0ba
0 contributions
Amazing!
We took so many photos. The Exumas and the wildlife there is amazing. It‘s an unforgetable day. We had so much fun and the crew of the boat made it even better.
Written March 3, 2025
LLA318
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So worth it!
Wonderful trip. Rico, LJ and Neil were amazing captains. Inside info, smooth sailing and enjoyable company. Fed the iguanas, in the water with nurse sharks and met the Exuma pigs. Highly recommend.
Written March 2, 2025
n1kknakk
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Must Do With excursion
Excellent excursion. LJ, Rico, and Neal were very knowledgeable and entertaining. We were cancelled on our original date due to weather, but the girls were able to add us to another day without issue. Fed iguanas, photo op w/nurse sharks, lunch at an island spot - Staniel Cay, play w/pigs, walked the sandbar where they filmed Pirates of the Caribbean, saw Johnny Depp’s, Steven Spielberg, and Louis Vuitton owner’s house We were told by multiple Atlantis workers that this was the better swim w/pigs tour. Highly recommend.
Written February 26, 2025
25sannanb
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Great excursion made even more memorable by the Crew.
The whole trip was amazing, and Captain Rico Swavay and his team made it even more wonderful. We were a group of four, with two kids under 6, and we all had great fun. LJ was a really good guide. The only thing I would say is that the advertised prices were exclusive of taxes, which we were unaware of. I had to pay $135 extra at the check-in counter.
Written February 26, 2025
heatherdB3809JK
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Best Day EVER!
We had the best day every with Adam and Dia - the "A Team", that's for sure! We rented the 20 person boat and went snorkeling, to Rose Island, and to Turtle island. It was the best day of our week long cruise vacation. Rose Island was amazing! It was the nicest beach we had ever been to. Footprints was so awesome. We all want to go back. We would definitely recommend Aqua Shores! Ask for Captain Adam and Dia. They were the BEST!!
Written February 24, 2025
Tim B
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BEST TRIP !!!!
10 out of 10 ! From the staff to the food to the beaches, pigs, iguanas, and sharks ! Everything was beautiful Thanks a lot guys !
Written February 17, 2025
DocMom58
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Best Bahamian Boat Tour
We were hosting friends visiting from Arizona, so I was hoping for a wonderful trip! Well it was just that! Captain Rico and first mate Ashton were energetic, engaging and fun! Gilligan's Island brought back childhood memories; seeing the Turtles was very entertaining; Snorkeling around the Coral Reef was a blast! We brought our own cocktails and snacks to enjoy during the ride in between stops. The (sand) shark adventure was anti-climactic, but everything else was beyond compare. The beautiful weather was icing on the cake. Can't wait to book with Rico and Ashton again!
Written February 12, 2025
Ruhid M
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Touch the Paradise
Coming to Bahamas and no visit to Exuma Cay? Powerboat Exuma experience was very unique and staff was so awesome. Loved seeing iguanas, feeding swimming pigs and swimming with sharks and seeing an actual shark! Crew was very friendly, informative and helpful. 100% recommended and worth to visit.
Written February 5, 2025
X6525HIanthonyc
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Family Day Out
Nice day out with family, they enjoyed the different activities, beautiful beaches. The staff in the Aquashores office were great and the crew were also very good and accommodating, would recommend this trip. Would recommend doing it with the aquashores team.
Written February 4, 2025
P4500XQmoniques
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Absolutely amazing
This was one of the best excursions I've been on so far. Captains Rico, LJ and Shay made the experience so much better. The time it took to get to the first island was about an hour long but it was well worth it. I can definitely check swimming with sharks off my bucket list!!! I would highly recommend to anyone looking for something to do while out is Nassau.
Written January 26, 2025
mostmightymom
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Shaky start (went to wrong terminal) but excursion was fun.
Once we connected with the tour guides, we were very with our experience. However, there was major confusion and chaos when we went to the Ferry Terminals in the green building instead of the Paradise Island Ferry Terminal, behind Margaritaville restaurant. Someone should make it clear which terminal to use, as we had to walk my sister with mobility issues to the correct one in a short amount of time. A very nice man showed us exactly where to go, but it should be incumbent upon Cay Island Tours to be more concise about which one to choose. Really, the Nassau port authority should ideally choose different names for the 2 terminals. The excursion itself was fine; fun crew and beautiful scenery and a nice boat.
Written January 23, 2025

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amyadams1968

Charleston, SC8 contributions

A Perfect Day with Aqua Shores Powerboat: Fun, Music, and Amazing Experiences

Aug 2024 • Friends

Our day with Aqua Shores Powerboat Adventures on the Rose Island tour was unforgettable! Captain Shay, along with crew members Miguel and Ashtin, made the trip truly exceptional. The crew was incredibly friendly and entertaining, playing the best music that set the perfect mood for the day. Captain Shay was like having a historian on board, sharing fascinating and informative facts about the island, which made me feel like I should have paid extra for his insights!

The boat ride was exhilarating, speeding through the water, but I felt safe the entire time thanks to the crew’s expertise. Swimming with the pigs was a highlight; Mike and his team on the island made the adventure fun and memorable. While the tour doesn’t go to Exuma where the original pigs are, I thought this was ideal since we didn’t have to boat an extra hour. The detailed instructions about feeding the pigs were helpful, and you even get to hold and bottle-feed them. Remember to bring cash to tip Mike and his crew, as they are contracted separately from Aqua Shores.

Next, we snorkeled to see the coral reef, with all the equipment provided by the crew. Captain Shay took us by the original filming location of Gilligan’s Island and shared captivating history and fun facts. We also got to see sea turtles in the clear waters. While we didn’t swim with them due to shark risks, it was amazing to see turtles of all sizes.

Our final stop was Rose Island for an incredible lunch. I had a veggie burger that was one of the best I’ve ever tasted. The meal included a free drink, and I highly recommend trying their rum punch. The island has a fun, laid-back atmosphere with music and karaoke-style sing-alongs. One of the cooks has an amazing voice and joined in, making the experience even more special.

Throughout the boat ride, we were served free drinks and snacks, including local beer, which I wish I could find in the States. At just under $300 with taxes included, the half-day tour was worth every penny. Be sure to bring cash to tip the hardworking and kind crew who make the day unforgettable.

Written August 3, 2024

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Marelize l

4 contributions

Rose Island Powerboat Adventure

Aqua Shores Powerboat Adventures delivered an amazing experience on their Rose Island tour! Captain Shay, with his extensive knowledge of the Bahamas, and crew members Miguel and Ashtin, who kept us entertained and engaged throughout the day, made this trip one to remember. The music they played added to the fun and lively atmosphere on the boat, making the entire day even more enjoyable.

Swimming with the pigs was a blast! Mike and his crew on the island ensured we had a great time, providing detailed instructions on feeding the pigs and offering help to hold them if desired. This tour doesn’t go to Exuma, but I found it perfect as we avoided the extra travel time while still enjoying the same experience. Don’t forget to bring cash to tip Mike and his team, as they work separately from Aqua Shores.

We also had the chance to snorkel and explore the vibrant coral reef, with all the gear provided by the crew. Captain Shay guided us past the original Gilligan’s Island filming site, sharing fascinating stories and trivia about the area. Seeing the sea turtles in their natural habitat was a treat, even though we didn’t swim with them due to the presence of sharks.

The final stop at Rose Island for lunch was delightful. I had the grilled chicken sandwich, which was out of this world. We were treated to a free drink with our meal, and I recommend trying their delicious rum punch. The island offers a relaxed and fun atmosphere, with great music and opportunities for karaoke. One of the cooks has a fantastic singing voice and joined in, adding to the unique experience.

During the boat ride, we enjoyed complimentary drinks and snacks, including some fantastic local beer that I wish I could buy back home. At just under $300 with taxes, the tour was well worth the cost. Make sure to bring cash for tips to show appreciation for the hardworking crew who ensure your day is truly unforgettable.

Written August 3, 2024

Pat S

1 contribution

BEST Adventure Ever!

Aug 2024 • Couples

This adventure was one of the best of mine and my husband’s vacation. Everyone from beginning to end were so friendly and professional. We LOVED our crew of Captains Rico, Neal and Candia. They made the trip for us with their humor, engagement, music, dancing, safety and just being professional throughout our time spent with them. I could not swim, so Rico got in the water with me to make sure I was comfortable. They guys on Rose Island, the same—walked me from the boat to the swimming pigs. They were great, too! The lunch was delicious and ready on a separate beautiful island. The powerboat crew seemed to love doing what they do each day, and that, my fellow reviewers, is so important. I would recommend that anyone who visits Paradise Island in Nassau, Bahamas book with this company, Aqua Shores was an amazing experience, and everything they promised was real and completed. And, be SURE to ask for this crew! We couldn’t stop recommending it to people we encountered. We still find joy in thinking about them out and about each day, on the boat, working so well together to take care of their customers. Go Captains! Pat and Lin (Alabama, August 15, 2024).

Written August 18, 2024

Emily S

2 contributions

Highlight of Our Trip!!!

Jun 2023 • Family

We did the 1/2 day Rose Island swimming with the pigs tour and it was the highlight of our trip! Weeks later we're all still talking about it. The variety was great (snorkeling, boat ride, lunch, turtle watching, Gilligan's Island view) and at no point did we feel rushed. Our boat crew (Shay, Ron and Emilio) were very knowledgeable and safety focused. Get more for your money by booking with Aquashores vs. any activities offered at the resorts. We went with extended family and it was fun for all ages. I would recommend the 1/2 day (4 hr) for families with kids - the sun is very draining and full day would've been too much for us. Can't say enough great things about this experience!!!

Written June 19, 2023

Brooklyn Girl 20

New York City, NY22 contributions

A Birthday Excursion for the Books!

We had a fabulous time on our excursion with the
A-Team. I was on a trip with my bestie for my birthday. We have both been to the Bahamas before and done excursions but there was definitely a difference booking with Aqua Shore. This is a more high end company with an actual office, nicer boats, very professional, top-notch crew and more geared to adults than children, I would say, though there two children on our tour but they were extremely well behaved.

Totally worth the higher price. Captain Adam, Alan and Adrian did everything possible to make sure we were having a great time. They brought the drinks and they brought the vibes. Additionally, the pigs on this tour are not like the ones in other places. When I went on an Exuma tour with another company on a prior trip, the pigs were much rougher and not well taken care of. However Greg and his team really care for the pigs we visited here. They do not allow other companies to visit, keeping visitors to a minimum for the better of the animals. Each pig has a name and they know the personality of each individual pig to match them up with people. When Greg heard it was my birthday, he made it extra special by going and finding me a starfish! Totally made my day that much extra! When we went to view the turtles, Alan enthusiastically kept pointing them out to us. Adrian and Alan kept the drinks coming, always asking if we needed another one.

At our last stop, Adam let us stay for at least a half hour extra because he said 4 hours just wasn’t enough. We will definitely be back in the Bahamas again because we love it here and we are only booking with Aqua Shore and the A Team. These guys truly were the A-Team and the DREAM TEAM. Thank you for making my birthday one for the books!

Tip: book with them directly. It is a lower price, plus they have a promotional code on their website.

Written April 22, 2024

Eileen T

Virginia34 contributions

Couldn’t Ask for a better Excursion!

We wanted to go to Exuma to swim with the pigs but after researching and seeing it was a long boat ride from Nassau and $$$ my family decided to look at other options. We looked into Rose Island and decided we could still swim with pigs, take a shorter tour and save some money. We came across the Aqua Shores option and so glad we did because it was a great excursion and worth every penny!

Aqua Shores is very thorough and informative about the trip and what to expect. Check in at the marina was easy and the staff friendly. They had everyone boarded on the boat in an orderly fashion. We were helped on the boat by the greatest crew you can ask for - Ron, Leslie and LJ. The boat was very clean and had a small bathroom on board. They continuously asked everyone if they needed drinks (assortment of alcohol and non- alcoholic) throughout the tour. They played the best music as we were cruising to our destinations, had a great sense of humor and knowledgeable about the stops. We first went snorkeling and I loved they had noodles to help you float, then we passed Gilligans Island, sea turtles and then the pigs! Rose Island was beautiful. The part of the island with the pigs has a bar (however they are very slow so be prepared and this is why they don’t do lunch at this location either), a couple of kayaks and paddle boards to use while you waited for the pigs. Once the pigs were ready you were given clear instructions on how to interact by island staff. You have 30 minutes, which doesn’t seem like a lot of time but it is. Be aware other tour boats stop to so you could have alot of other people with you. We were lucky that there was not too many others there so it was a manageable crowd. Next stop is lunch at Footprints. Another beautiful spot on Rose Island. Since you give your lunch orders at check in prior to leaving the marina it is ready for you when you arrive (note lunch is the last stop. We did the 1:00 pm tour so we did not eat until 3:15). I did not have high expectations for the lunch but the food was good and a nice portion which was nice because after snorkeling and being with the pigs you work up an appetite. We had the chicken tenders and a cheese burger and fries. You then had a little time to swim or relax before boarding the boat to head back to the marina. Again they played great music to sing to on the way back. We never felt rushed and safety was noticeably a priority. The crew truly enjoyed what they did and wanted you to have a great experience! Book this tour!!!

Written August 14, 2023

Joseph S

1 contribution

Amazing tour, great staff.

Jan 2025 • Family

Amazing tour. Spent a half day and had an incredible experience. Adam, Neil and Dia were fantastic. They went above and beyond to make our trip enjoyable. Our first stop for snorkeling was occupied by a shark so no snorkeling. They followed the shark and made sure that we got plenty of time watching the shark. And later on, they took us to another spot for snorkeling. They really went the extra mile to make the day special.

Written January 24, 2025

Angela W

2 contributions

The Most Amazing Excursion!!

Feb 2025 • Family

This trip was INCREDIBLE! My mom and I came wanting to see the pigs but we got that and so much more! The boat ride was entertaining, educational and so much fun! The men that ran the pig island experience were so friendly and willing to take pictures, share information and fun stories! The main reason I came to write a review was to praise the crew! Captain Ron and mates Cannant and Justin went above and beyond all expectations! My mom had a bit of a tough time walking and they made sure she was exiting and entering in the boat safely. They walked her to the beach when we got off the boat and made sure we was steady before leaving without and hesitation! On top of that, it was my birthday and they made it such a special day! They took pictures for us, with us and made this excursion one my mom and I will never forget! Thank you so much to the women who checked us in, the gentleman at Pig island, Footprints for a yummy lunch but most of all, to Ron, Canaant and Justin! I cannot wait to come back to the Bahamas and try to get in their boat again!

Written March 2, 2025

Matthew M

2 contributions

Great way to spend half a day

Ron and Canaan were a great crew. They were professional and knowledgeable and played some great country music while cruising around the islands. The trip packed a lot into just 4 hours and everything went smoothly without feeling rushed. Great value

Written February 20, 2025

Farrah P

Twinsburg, OH1 contribution

An Amazing Adventure

Dec 2024 • Couples

The tour exceeded all expectations. The views were breathtaking, the clear blue water sparkling, and the pigs adorable!

What made this trip so great were the crew - Captain Adam, First Mate Justin and Dia were the reason for the great review!

They constantly responded to everyone's needs, and they were determined that everyone have an enjoyable time. Their great attitude could only make you smile and laugh. I'm still smiling thinking about the tour.

If you want a fantastic tour led by fantastic amazing, great people, then Aquashores Luxury Speedboat needs to be your first and only choice!

Written December 27, 2024

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