The Bahamas · TOUR REVIEWS

The 15 Best Tours in the Bahamas

156 tours  ·  from $10 a head

Three nights off a ship or a fortnight on Cable Beach, the question is the same: which boat, and how far out. The 15 below are the days that earn their place, priced and timed, with the full catalogue underneath when you want to go deeper.

Bites of Nassau Food and Walking Tour - Five stops, with more variety than the name suggests
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Bites of Nassau Food and Walking Tour

1.Bites of Nassau Food and Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,168 reviews · from $99Our pick

Spend about three hours walking old Nassau with a local guide such as Princess, Lisa, Pierre, Mark, or Captain Ron. Taste conch fritters, Bahamian mac and cheese, plantains, chocolates, and other local dishes at five independent food stops, with a rum cocktail at John Watling’s Distillery. Come hungry, wear good shoes, and bring water.

“My husband and I went on this tour and got lucky to have it (and Lisa) all to ourselves. The food was delicious, Lisa was extremely entertaining and it was great to have someone show us around downtown. We were shown some great spots, that we visited again, and ate food that we would have never found on our own. Thanks Lisa!!”

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Nassau: 3 Islands Tour, Snorkel, Pig Beach, Turtles & Lunch - Pearl Island snorkeling: fish, reef, and a fast start
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Nassau: 3 Islands Tour, Snorkel, Pig Beach, Turtles & Lunch

2.3 Islands Tour, Snorkel, Pig Beach, Turtles & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,585 reviews · 4 hours · from $136

Spend four lively hours with Shore To Shore Bahamas on a speedboat tour from Nassau. You’ll snorkel near Pearl Island, spot turtles at Green Cay, meet pigs near Rose Island, and eat a Bahamian-style BBQ lunch. Captains Mike and Chris, first mate Ray, and other rotating crew members are known for keeping the boat fun and helping with photos and boarding.

“Amazing trip definitely recommend!!! Big Ray & the team were fantastic”

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Nassau Island Highlights Sightseeing Tour - Rum Cake Factory: a sweet opening stop
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Nassau Island Highlights Sightseeing Tour

3.Nassau Island Highlights Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,476 reviews · from $80

Explore Nassau by air-conditioned minivan with a local guide such as Nikki or Karon. In 2.5 hours, you’ll visit the Rum Cake Factory, Atlantis, Queen’s Staircase, Graycliff Chocolatier, and John Watling’s Distillery, with tastings and round-trip port or hotel transport included.

“We had a great time on our Nassau city tour with the best guide, Nikki! She navigated us around the island with expertise. Her knowledge of the area was key to an incredible tour. She went out of her way to help with my elderly mom and it was very much appreciated. We loved Nikki!”

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Pirate Jeep Sightseeing Adventure! - Government House and Nassau’s grand old buildings
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Pirate Jeep Sightseeing Adventure!

4.Pirate Jeep Sightseeing Adventure!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,307 reviews · from $165

Spend about three hours touring Nassau in a private, air-conditioned jeep with a costumed local guide such as Captain Calico or Slick Rick. Visit the Queen’s Staircase, New Providence caves, Graycliff, Tasty Teas, and John Watling’s Distillery, with pirate stories, island history, local samples, and time for scenic stops.

“Had a wonderful time on this tour with Mad Mary! It was so great to have a personal tour and also enjoy the sights about Nassau. She gave us such great highlights and information and we loved seeing Nassau with a local. So much fun!!”

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Swimming Pigs and Private Beach Club Escape - Arriving at the private beach club
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Swimming Pigs and Private Beach Club Escape

5.Swimming Pigs and Private Beach Club Escape

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,238 reviews · from $149

Take a 30-minute boat ride from Nassau to Rose Island for a short, close-up encounter with friendly swimming pigs. Then enjoy a private beach club, Bahamian lunch, lounge chairs, shade, restrooms, and possible snorkeling or paddleboarding. Pickup is available, and captains such as A1 and Anwar have earned warm praise.

“Food was incredible!! Island is gorgeous and pigs were adorable!! Staff was friendly. Boat ride is relaxing.”

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Sandy Toes The Original Rose Island and Swimming Pigs Tour - Snorkeling among tropical fish
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Sandy Toes The Original Rose Island and Swimming Pigs Tour

6.Sandy Toes The Original Rose Island and Swimming Pigs Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,232 reviews · from $258

Spend about six hours sailing from Paradise Island to Rose Island for a beach day with a twist. You can snorkel, swim with vet-checked rescued pigs, visit peacocks and curly-tail lizards, enjoy a Bahamian buffet, and relax with an open bar. Check in by 9:15 a.m. and bring a towel.

“Absolutely wonderful experience and a great way to spend the day. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone. Worth the price!!!”

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Nassau: Pigs, Snorkel, Turtles, Lunch, Private Beach Club - Snorkeling between Pearl Island and Rose Island
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Nassau: Pigs, Snorkel, Turtles, Lunch, Private Beach Club

7.Pigs, Snorkel, Turtles, Lunch, Private Beach Club

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,116 reviews · 4 hours · from $139

Ride a fast powerboat from Paradise Island to a reef, Green Cay turtle area, and Oasis Ocean 7 on Rose Island. You’ll snorkel, feed pigs, eat a simple grilled lunch, and relax with soft drinks, hammocks, kayaks, and access to Da Nest. Crew members may include Andy, Andrew, Kareem, MJ, or Shervin.

“We had such an incredible time visiting the islands. Being able to snorkel and swim next to sea turtles was truly magical. The beach club is beautiful, the ocean colours are a true representation of Bahamian Blues, which I’m a total fan of. The attention from the crew was excellent, very patient, great at check-in, kind and attentive during the whole excursion. We spent good 3.5 hours of our day relaxing and enjoying the activity. The encounter with the pigs was really funny, you would never imagine how lucky this animals are to live in such a beautiful environment. They are well taken care of and staff explained everything detailed…”

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Rum Tasting and Food Walking Tour in Nassau Bahamas - Starting at John Watling’s Distillery
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Rum Tasting and Food Walking Tour in Nassau Bahamas

8.Rum Tasting and Food Walking Tour in Nassau Bahamas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,030 reviews · from $98

Walk downtown Nassau with guides such as Cody, Shad, Jason, or Fox, tasting five rums, three cocktails, conch fritters, local appetizers, and rum cake. Visit John Watling’s Distillery, Graycliff Heritage Village, and The Lucerne speakeasy, where you make a cocktail. The group is limited to 12 people.

“We had the best time with Cody our tour guide! He made it fun and enjoyable. We laughed so much my cheeks hurt haha. The whole experience was great! We were celebrating our 25th anniversary and Cody really made it special for us. Thank you for such a great time Cody!”

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ATV Island Tour with Beach Break (Everyone Drive their Own ATV) - Fort Montagu and Nassau Harbour views
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ATV Island Tour with Beach Break (Everyone Drive their Own ATV)

9.ATV Island Tour with Beach Break (Everyone Drive their Own ATV)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 906 reviews · from $100

Drive your own Can-Am Outlander 450 through Nassau with guides such as EJ, Ben, Big D, or Dedrick. Stop at Fort Montagu, Queen’s Staircase, John Watling’s Distillery, Fort Charlotte, the Caves of New Providence, and Junkanoo Beach. The tour runs about two and a half hours, with helmets and water included.

“We had an amazing time riding through the beautiful streets of The Bahamas! The tour was the perfect mix of fun, adventure, and a little adrenaline rush. Our guide E was fantastic, knowledgeable, friendly, and made sure we were safe Read more”

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Nassau: Snorkeling, Pig Beach, Swim with Turtles, and Lunch - Snorkeling at Athol Island
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Nassau: Snorkeling, Pig Beach, Swim with Turtles, and Lunch

10.Snorkeling, Pig Beach, Swim with Turtles, and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 790 reviews · 5h 30m · from $165

Spend about five and a half hours sailing from Montagu Beach to reefs, turtle habitat, and the swimming pigs near Rose, Pearl, or Athol Island. Your English-speaking captain and crew provide snorkeling gear, lunch, water, rum punch, and Cuba Libres. Pig interaction costs an extra $30 to $35 in cash.

“Amazing tour, couldn’t recommend this trip enough! Staff were so lovely and totally made the trip”

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Nassau Swimming Pigs: Snorkeling, Lunch & Private Beach Club - Cruising past Fort Montagu and Paradise Island
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Nassau Swimming Pigs: Snorkeling, Lunch & Private Beach Club

11.Nassau Swimming Pigs: Snorkeling, Lunch & Private Beach Club

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 783 reviews · from $140

Cruise from Nassau past Paradise Island, Atlantis, Fort Montagu, and Ocean Club to a private beach on Atholl Island. Feed and hold the swimming pigs, then enjoy lunch, unlimited rum punch, snorkeling gear, kayaks, paddleboards, inflatables, beach games, and free photos and video. The tour lasts about 2.5 to 4 hours.

“So fun! The staff was all fun and friendly. We received more than we expected. Fed the pigs, held a baby. They took lots of pictures and emailed them to us (included). The snorkeling was short, but we went to the best place with tons of colorful fish. They even served a made to order small lunch that we didn’t expect. Rum punch was always flowing. It was a great value, too.”

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Rum Reggae and Rhythms Tour: Dancing and Cocktails - Graycliff Cigar Company and Chocolatier
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Rum Reggae and Rhythms Tour: Dancing and Cocktails

12.Rum Reggae and Rhythms Tour: Dancing and Cocktails

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 651 reviews · from $73

Spend about four hours touring Nassau with reggae music, unlimited signature rum punch, tastings, games, and stops at Graycliff, Bahama Barrels, John Watling’s Distillery, and Cable Beach. Guides such as Comfort, Clever, Trina, and John are praised for keeping the mood lively, though the exact route can change with group preferences and timing.

“Our guide was AMAZING!! Be careful who you book with. If you end up with strangers it’s interesting. The tour will vary based on what the majority wants to do and does not want to do.”

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Nassau: Swimming Pigs And Snorkel With Turtles - Is $140 a fair price for three hours?
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Nassau: Swimming Pigs And Snorkel With Turtles

13.Swimming Pigs And Snorkel With Turtles

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 651 reviews · from $140

Spend about three hours on a small-group boat from New Providence Island, snorkeling with turtles at Green Cay before meeting Rose Island’s swimming pigs. Delfin Charters provides gear, snacks, soft drinks, water, music, and some alcoholic drinks. Kayaks and paddleboards are available on the island, and crew members including CJ and Capt. H, O, and M have helped make the trip lively and family-friendly.

“Great half day trip. Lively music and not overcrowded boat. Refreshments provided during trip. Great to see pigs !”

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Bahamas Adventure: Pigs, Reef, Turtles, and Beach with Lunch - Rose Island reef snorkeling, about 35 minutes
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Bahamas Adventure: Pigs, Reef, Turtles, and Beach with Lunch

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 640 reviews · from $299

From Margaritaville’s marina, you’ll cruise by luxury powerboat to Rose Island for reef snorkeling, lunch, and time with swimming pigs. The four-hour trip also includes Sandy Cay, Green Cay’s turtles, drinks, kayaks, paddle boards, and beach volleyball. Crew names vary, with captains such as Miguel, Shay, and LaShay appearing on recent departures.

“Best 4 hours of the trip! The crew Ron the Don, LJ the DJ and Captain LaShay made it amazing! The guys with the pigs and fam at footprints were sweet, informative and fun! Well worth every cent!”

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Pearl Island Bahamas Snorkeling Experience and Lunch - First impressions of Pearl Island
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Pearl Island Bahamas Snorkeling Experience and Lunch

15.Pearl Island Bahamas Snorkeling Experience and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 626 reviews · from $115

Spend about five hours on private Pearl Island from Nassau, with a scenic ferry ride, snorkeling gear, a guided reef session, Bahamian lunch, two beaches, lighthouse access, kayaks, paddleboards, and water mats. The main catch is timing: snorkeling slots can be limited, and shade, chairs, and water toys are first come, first served.

“I wasn't told that the snorkeling had been cancelled until I arrived at the ferry to sign in. Very disappointed in the lack of communication.”

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