If the best beaches in Nassau can’t excite you anymore, why not embark on a truly unique experience by traveling from Nassau to Pig Beach. Here, you’ll jump into the azure water and swim among cute frolicking pigs in the Bahamas.
The best swimming with pigs experience can be found on Pig Island (also known as Big Major Cay). As one of the Bahamas most sought-after destinations, Pig Island is nestled among the Exuma Cays which is home to over 360 cays, islands, and islets. This is the only place where the authentic Exuma pigs roam free. They are constantly awaiting travelers to be their playing mates – especially those who bring snacks.
Traveling from Nassau to Pig Beach isn’t particularly rocket science, but it’s not hassle-free either. With so much misguidance online, travelers may not always be getting the best bang for their buck on their Pig Island tours from Nassau. But fret not, as local experts who have been on countless day trip to Bahamas, we will give you the most comprehensive guide so you can enjoy a great day swimming with pigs. Read on for insider tips on how to travel from Nassau to Pig Beach.
Aerial view on Bahamas Air Tours Staniel Cay day trips to Pig Beach.
Where is Pig Island?
As mentioned above, Pig Island (Big Major Cay) is located among the majestic 360 islands, cays, and islets of Exuma Cays, which can be reached via Staniel Cay.
Staniel Cay is an inhabited island just south of Big Major Cay with the busiest airstrip in the Exumas. Staniel Cay is the ultimate starting point for Exuma Day Trips or the swim with pigs Nassau experiences. That is why it has become known as the gateway to Exuma. From here, you can go swimming with pigs, feed the iguanas of Bitter Guana Cay, and float with the nurse sharks of Compass Cay.
How to get from Nassau to Pig Beach via Staniel Cay
Upon reaching Staniel Cay, your dreamy holiday of swimming with pigs is not too far away! The easiest way to get from Nassau to Pig Beach is by using a tour company. Though, it’s not the only way.
To complete your journey from Nassau to Pig Beach on your own, take a 5-minute walk to the nearby boat dock at Staniel Cay Marina. There, many boat operators are waiting to take you on exciting Staniel Cay Day Trips to Pig Island from Nassau. The boat ride will take approximately 5-10 minutes before finally reaching the island with pigs.
However, we strongly encourage you to linger just a bit longer to see what the small island of Staniel Cay has to offer. Aside from the swim with pigs Nassau excursion, there is plenty to see. From boutique island resorts and traditional restaurants to a spectacular yacht club and exotic pristine beaches, you may want to extend a day or two to fully explore the charm of this island.
Nassau to Pig Beach by ferry
Like we said, by tour is the easiest way to get to Pig Beach. Travelers can opt for either boat or plane to travel from Nassau to Pig Beach. A boat ride may sound cost-efficient, but only if you are willing to endure a 3-hour ride from Nassau. With little protection from the sun and rough sea conditions, you’d better prepare vomit bags and we wish you the best of luck.
Nassau to Pig Beach by Bahamas air charter
We may be biased, but we recommend air travel! In a mere 40-minute flight from Nassau, you are guaranteed the utmost comfort during your travel as well as mesmerizing bird’s-eye views of the Bahamas. Not to mention, the flights to Bahamas are much less likely to be canceled or delayed due to the unpredictable sea conditions.
4 Reasons to Take the Plane from Nassau to Pig Beach
Now that you know how to travel from Nassau to Pig Beach, it’s time to discuss why we prefer plane travel. By traveling from Nassau to Pig Island by plane, you will open up huge opportunities for your Bahamas day trip.
For example, you will be able to take the adventure underwater where you could snorkel in the James Bond Cave at Thunderball Grotto. You can relax at the Pipe Creek sand bar or partake in a feast at Staniel Cay Yacht Club. If you are looking for something even more exciting, why not head to Bitter Guana Cay and play with the endangered Bahamian Rock Iguanas.
Here are some reasons why we think plane travel trumps the ferry services on Pig Island tours from Nassau:
1. Time Saver
To enjoy the peaceful environment of Pig Island before the crowd arrives, opt for the Bahamas air charter where you only need to spend a short 40-minutes in the air and an additional 5 minutes on a boat. Compare this to the 3 or more hours it takes to travel via ferry.
By getting ahead of the hordes of tourists, you will be able to immerse yourself in the most serene setting, accompanied by the cutest Exuma pigs in the crystal clear Bahamas waters.
The loveable Exuma pigs are waiting for you!
2. All-Inclusive
Nassau to Pig Beach by plane is the only way you can arrange an itinerary that fits all of these things into a day trip to Staniel Cay. Because of its convenience, you will be able to experience all the best things to do in Exuma in just one day on the Nassau to Pig Island tour. Your Bahamas Air Tours experience will save you tons of time so you could enjoy other islands of Exuma to the fullest.
3. Exclusivity
Another reason to enjoy your Bahamas vacation by plane is it’s exclusivity. All of our Bahamas excursions are limited to 9 guests, so everyone is guaranteed a window seat. We promise the view from above will intoxicate you. With this small group, you can expect a much more tranquil and away-from-the-crowd experience as we are quite sure nobody wants a packed and chaotic holiday.
4. Extra Tour Highlights
One tour highlight you won’t be able to see unless flying from Nassau to Pig Beach is the Underwater Plane Wreck. Legend has it that this plane wreck was once a drug trafficking transport owned by Pablo Escobar back in 1970, who controlled the drug smuggling operation at Norman’s Cay, the northernmost island of the Exuma Cays.
With Bahamas Air Tours, you can take a plunge and snorkel from the surface to uncover the underwater plane wreck during your Nassau to Pig Beach day trip. All equipment will be provided by the tour so you could have the most laid-back excursion possible.
Go on a swimming with pigs tour of Pig Island in the Out Islands!
Booking your Pig Island from Nassau Tour
As Bahamas experts, who have been visiting this exotic archipelago for years, we can assure you that the best way to travel from Nassau to Pig Beach for your exotic Exuma getaways is through the air. Fly with us on our exclusive Nassau to Exuma Day Trip. Not only could you save time to island-hop in the Exuma Cays, but you will also be able to bask in the divine views of the Bahamas through a bird’s-eye view.
Book your trip from Nassau to Pig Beach now and explore the best that the Exumas has to offer!
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