If you’ve done a few Caribbean cruises, you know the feeling: the ship pulls into Nassau, the pools are suddenly empty, and staying on board sounds really tempting. We were this close to doing exactly that.
Instead, we got off the ship for the swimming pigs excursion, and it turned into one of the best days of the whole trip. Here’s why it’s worth leaving the ship for, what’s included, and how to book it for your own family.
Why it was worth getting off the ship
- It’s a whole beach day, not just a photo stop. Yes, you feed the pigs, but then there’s snorkeling, kayaks, paddleboards, a water trampoline, hammocks and swings. The kids never ran out of things to do.
- Lunch and drinks are included. Lunch, snacks, soda and unlimited rum punch for the grown-ups, so there’s no hunting for food or watching a tab add up.
- Little kids are easy here. Infants under 3 go free, there are floaties and inflatables, and you can pick a shorter 2.5-hour option if you’re working around naps.
- You come home with the photos. A complimentary photo and video package is included, so you can actually enjoy the moment instead of juggling your phone in the water.
What’s included
- Lunch
- Unlimited rum punch
- Soda/pop
- Snacks
- Feed the pigs
- Snorkeling equipment
- Paddleboards
- Kayaks
- Water trampoline
- Floaties & inflatables
- Hammocks & swings
- Volleyball court
- Beach games (cornhole, frisbees, tug-o-war)
- Hatchet toss
- Complimentary photo & video package
Pricing, times and duration
| Guest | Price |
|---|---|
| Adults | $140 |
| Children | $130 |
| Infants (under 3) | Free |
Gratuity is not included.
- Where
- Nassau, Bahamas
- Start times
- 9:30 am · 10:30 am · 1:00 pm
- Duration
- 2.5 hours or 4 hours
- Best for
- Cruise families who want a full, easy beach day in port with lunch and activities handled
Double-check your ship’s all-aboard time before picking a slot. The morning departures leave the most breathing room on a typical Nassau port day.
How to book
Book online through Viator. Pick your date, time and the number of adults and kids, and you’ll get instant confirmation.
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