Nassau in 1 Day for Families - Guided snorkel with sea turtles and reef fish
In Collaboration with Delfincharters. Updated on February 13, 2026.
Short, stress-free 3-hour boat excursion from Nassau to Rose Island area. Includes guided snorkel with turtles and reef life, beach time on Rose Island with beach bar access and the swimming pigs encounter (feedings and baby bottles provided). Boat pickup from Nassau; snorkel equipment, bottled water, snacks and soft drinks provided onboard.
This itinerary was created in collaboration with Delfincharters, inspired by the tour Nassau: Swimming Pigs And Snorkel With Turtles. Please check the tour information during your booking process.
Highlights
- Guided snorkel with sea turtles and reef fish
- Beach time on Rose Island with beach bar access and beach chairs
- Meet and feed the famous swimming pigs; baby bottles provided
- Short boat transfers — activity completed in about 3 hours
Itinerary
Day 1
3-hour guided boat excursion from Nassau to the Rose Island area for snorkeling and the swimming pigs encounter. This timeline uses the morning departure (10:00) as the sample run; afternoon departures follow the same pacing shifted later.
Snorkel with turtles — gear fitting and guided swim
Board the boat in Nassau and head to the nearshore reef area around Rose Island. The crew will fit snorkel masks and fins, brief the group on safety and local reef etiquette, then lead a guided snorkel where you may encounter sea turtles, reef fish, and shoals. Bring an underwater camera (GoPro) if you want photos.
Tips from local experts:
- Arrive at the pickup point 10 minutes early so gear fitting can begin promptly; crew will allocate snorkel sizes quickly for children.
- Wear reef-safe sunscreen and a lightweight rash guard to reduce sun exposure during the snorkel; apply sunscreen before boarding to avoid contaminating the water.
- If a child is nervous, use the provided life vests or flotation aids and stay close to the guide; inform the crew of any limited swimming ability before departure.
Rose Island beach time and swimming pigs encounter
Short boat ride to Rose Island beach for relaxed beach time, beach bar access (lunch available to purchase), kayaking/paddleboards, and the pig encounter. The guide will provide food and baby bottles to feed and pet the pigs and share local background on the animals and Rose Island history. Time on the beach includes free time to relax and participate in light activities.
Tips from local experts:
- Bring a towel and a change of clothes; beach chairs are available but shade is limited—pack a hat for kids.
- If you plan to buy lunch at the beach bar, check ingredient options for child-friendly choices; otherwise bring a packed lunch as allowed.
- Protect personal items from sand and saltwater; use a dry bag for phones and small cameras and keep valuables on the boat during the pig feeding if not being used.
Itinerary Attributes
| Days | 1 |
| Highlights | 4 |
| Season | - |
| Month | - |
| Persona | Families |
| Transfers | - |
| Restaurants | - |
| Total Activities | 2 |
| Total Places | 2 |
| Activities Types | Experience, Attraction |