Sandy Toes The Original Rose Island and Swimming Pigs Tour
Overview
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6 hours
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Experience a true taste of The Bahamas, with a day at Sandy Toes. Sandy Toes is home to a sanctuary of protected wildlife including our Royal Peacocks, curly tail lizards, ocean reef life and our beloved “farm–saved” beach-going, swimming pigs! These big guys and some little guys are vet checked and cared for on the regular, and only given the cleanest diet served with plenty of love, sunshine, and sunscreen (yes, sunscreen!) With tons of space to run around, the ocean next door to take a dip in, and a protected and shaded pad to call their own, they’re living the dream on Rose Island! Come see for yourself at Sandy Toes….it’s the perfect way to spend your day!
Come meet and play with our swimming pigs! Included on the Full Day Excursion!
Your beach trip to Rose Island includes a delicious buffet lunch accompanied by a tropical open bar that's available all day long!
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note: it is recommended you bring your own towel and cash or credit card (Visa & MC only) for other optional activities
Itinerary may change without notice
Sandy Toes enforces a strict check-in policy. Check-in is at 9:15am at the Paradise Island Ferry Terminal, between the 2 bridges on Paradise Island. DRIVE OVER THE PARADISE ISLAND BRIDGE. Check-in closes at 9:45am. Any guest who has not checked in at the Paradise Island Ferry Terminal by 9:50am on the day of their excursion forfeits their seat and is subject to the tour's 100% cancellation fee, and will be deemed a "no-show" guest.
You must make your own way to the departure point the morning of the excursion.
All cancellations must be received in writing at least 24 hours in advance.
Photo ID must be shown to match the method of payment used to create the booking, which is to be provided at check in. This may also be documented (photographed).
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Sandy Toes
Join the original Rose Island boat excursion for a truly authentic Bahamas experience. Departing from Nassau, you'll glide across turquoise Bahamas waters to the pristine sands of Rose Island. Swim and snorkel among tropical fish, enjoy the soft white-sand beach, then meet the friendly famous Bahamas swimming pigs in their natural island habitat. Lounge in hammocks, sip rum punch, and soak in the island lifestyle—all crafted with care. Whether you’re after a relaxed escape or an unforgettable animal encounter, this day trip combines island charm, marine magic and that Bahamas destination appeal. Book now for your genuine Rose Island adventure.
What‘s Included
Standard alcoholic beverages (not including premium liquors, imported beers and frozen cocktails. This is available for upgrade at Sandy Toes).
Swimming pig interaction!
Professional guide
Round trip boat transportation
Complimentary Lemonade during lunch service
Full Bahamian lunch: barbecue chicken, hot dogs, mixed green salad, vegetable pasta salad,
Use of snorkel equipment (refundable deposit of USD $10)
Gratuities
Use of kayaks
Use of floats
You must make your own way to the departure point the morning of the excursion.
Options
Full Day Excursion!
Full Day Excursion!
Rose Island Only
Rose Island Day Trip from Nassau; transportation is not provided
Rose Island Tour
Reviews
1,264 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best Excursion Ever
Susan C,May 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It is expensive, but it's worth every penny! This is the best excursion. So well organized and all of the staff are exceptional. You can tell they all love their jobs! The pigs were adorable and we got to swim with them and feed them 4 times!!! Highly recommend!
Snorkeling tour
Y1373IQsandras,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Lunch and staff were great. Snorkeling off the beach was terrible hardly saw anything. Was under the impression that you could snorkel on your own for however long we were on the island but that wasn’t so. Definitely not a place if you have any walking issues as it is uneven terrain and a lot of stairs. Not really worth the money I felt.
Great trip to see the swimming pigs
Stephen B,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Rose island trip to see the swimming pigs, the rescued goats, peacocks, chickens and great time on the beach
Once in a life time experience
sandersohn,Apr 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great time! Snorkeling seeing amazing marine life even a sea turtle! There were peacocks and other unique birds on island to see. The pigs were amazing and seemed so happy! So many fun names and the staff were fabulous and obviously love their jobs
Love thy pig
timjB6766EJ,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great and friendly staff, they couldn't have treated us better. Couldn't recommend this trip more. Watching my friend fall off a pig was the highlight of our Bahamas trip lol.
Best adventure in Nassau!
Beninternet,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Oh my lord. This day trip to Rose Island was incredible. The team are so lovely. You genuinely feel like they care about you and want to be your friend. Definitely worth the price! & yes the pigs are amazing.
Thank you.
Jacqueline L,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Truly fabulous. We did an excursion to see the pigs earlier in the week with a differebt company. This trip was in a different league. Absolutely amazing.
Staff was wonderful!
jodisP7627BZ,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Staff is amazing. The best customer service I’ve seen since being in the island. Highly recommend. Drinks kept flowing and the lunch was great.
Great experience, love the pigs, and amazing staff
Linda112,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00A great experience, and would highly recommend it. We did the full-day tour, and are so glad - we had more time on the island, so were able to interact with the animals and birds, relax on the beach, enjoy the facilities, and not feel rushed. Bonus - half the guests on our boat left earlier, which meant we got more time with the pigs, with less people. The island is beautiful - amazing beach, good facilities, good food and drink. Staff are amazing - really friendly, helpful and professional. They clearly enjoy what they do, and the animals and birds seem to be genuinely happy, and are well looked after. Special shout out to the restaurant staff, who ensured that my serious allergies were taken care of - going above and beyond - cooking chicken separately to make sure it was safe, and checking in with us, to make sure everything was good. We had credit card issues, which caused extra work for the Sandy Toes staff, and they were amazing - very willing to help us out, and ensured that we were able to get our reservation booked, and enjoy our day. The boat to the island was clean, staff were friendly, and we left on-schedule. So pleased we chose Rose Island instead of Exuma - a 30 minute boat ride in choppy water was a much better than a 2+ hours trip!
What a great experience!
GingerSB,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our experience was great from start to finish. The team was really professional, and super friendly. The pigs are clearly well taken care of, as are the other animals on the island. The beach was fantastic. The food was amazing. Highly recommend this tour.
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