A Private Island Near Nassau | Swim With Pigs, Snorkel Reefs, Escape the Crowd.
Pearl Island is a private island day trip 25 minutes from Nassau, Bahamas. Swim with the famous swimming pigs, snorkel a vibrant coral reef and spend the day on two white-sand beaches with a Bahamian lunch and ferry included.
Nassau Day Trips & Island Excursions
Every Pearl Island excursion starts with a short ferry from Nassau and lands you on our authentic Bahamian island. The only question is whether your day leans animals, adventure or absolute stillness.
All-Inclusive: Pigs, Snorkeling & Beach
- Swim with the world-famous Bahamian pigs
- Guided snorkel at a vibrant coral reef
- Bahamian lunch & full beach day
Reef Snorkeling & Beach
- Vibrant coral reef just 50 feet from shore
- Guided adventure, all gear included
- Bahamian lunch with an ocean view
Beach Escape
- Two white-sand beaches, one island day
- Kayaks & paddle boards
- Lighthouse access and shaded decks
Private Ocean View Cabana
- Your own shaded cabana with an ocean view
- Personal server & drink package
- Snorkel adventure & lunch at your cabana
Sunken Sculpture Snorkeling
- Sunken plane, statues & boat to explore
- Guided swim along the underwater trail
- Full beach day before & after your swim
Swimming Pigs Express
- Meet the famous swimming pigs up close
- Fast roundtrip adventure
- Perfectly timed for short port stays
Private Villa
- Your own villa above the turquoise water
- Personal server & drink package
- Perfect for families & small groups
Private Events & Groups
- 9+ unique venues across your own island
- From beach weddings to corporate retreats
- Dedicated event team & tailored catering
A Day at Pearl Island Bahamas
Times vary slightly by experience, but this is how an island day runs. An example of how an island day flows. Times and activities vary by experience and ferry schedule.
The catamaran arrives and the engines go quiet. You’ve arrived in paradise. Just 25 minutes ago, you were in Nassau and now it’s time for white-sand beaches, turquoise water, and the iconic lighthouse. From here, nothing is scheduled until you want it to be
Mask, snorkel, fins, and vest are all provided and fitted for you. Just steps from the beach, your guided snorkeling adventure begins. Follow your guide to the nearby living coral reef and discover colorful tropical fish, vibrant marine life, and the underwater beauty of The Bahamas.
Meet some of the island’s most famous residents: our swimming pigs! Watch as they paddle through the crystal-clear water to greet you. Your guide will provide the food and stay with you throughout the experience, making it fun, safe, and memorable for everyone, even non-swimmers.
Enjoy a freshly prepared Bahamian lunch served right here on the island. After lunch, the afternoon is yours: grab a kayak or paddleboard, explore the iconic lighthouse, relax on the beach, or simply find a shaded spot and enjoy island life at your own pace.
Enjoy some final breathtaking views from the top of Pearl Island’s iconic lighthouse before boarding the catamaran for a relaxing 25-minute cruise across the turquoise waters back to Nassau.
The catamaran arrives and the engines go quiet. You’ve arrived in paradise. Just 25 minutes ago, you were in Nassau and now it’s time for white-sand beaches, turquoise water, and the iconic lighthouse. From here, nothing is scheduled until you want it to be
Mask, snorkel, fins, and vest are all provided and fitted for you. Just steps from the beach, your guided snorkeling adventure begins. Follow your guide to the nearby living coral reef and discover colorful tropical fish, vibrant marine life, and the underwater beauty of The Bahamas.
Meet some of the island’s most famous residents: our swimming pigs! Watch as they paddle through the crystal-clear water to greet you. Your guide will provide the food and stay with you throughout the experience, making it fun, safe, and memorable for everyone, even non-swimmers.
Enjoy a freshly prepared Bahamian lunch served right here on the island. After lunch, the afternoon is yours: grab a kayak or paddleboard, explore the iconic lighthouse, relax on the beach, or simply find a shaded spot and enjoy island life at your own pace.
Enjoy some final breathtaking views from the top of Pearl Island’s iconic lighthouse before boarding the catamaran for a relaxing 25-minute cruise across the turquoise waters back to Nassau.
What Guests Say About Their Pearl Island Day
Real moments and honest words from guests who experienced Pearl Island
The cute pigs swam right up to us. My daughter still talks about it every single day.
Book Your Bahamas Day Trip
Pick your experience, book direct for the best price, and we’ll see you at the dock.
The Story Behind Pearl Island
Built by Bahamians in 1993 as Spruce Cay, the island sat quiet for nearly a decade before beginning a new chapter. In June 2016, it reopened as Pearl Island: with two white-sand beaches, its iconic lighthouse, a Bahamian kitchen and a local team at its heart. Today, guests from around the world arrive alongside Nassau families who have made the island part of their own traditions. Our passionate Bahamian team works hand in hand with local businesses to keep every island day warm, genuine, and unmistakably Bahamian.
A Small Island Notices Everything
A vibrant reef and a few acres of paradise deserve to be protected. That’s why we use reverse-osmosis water, solar-lit pathways, and responsible systems designed to keep waste out of the sea. We also ask every guest to follow six simple steps to help care for the island. Small choices make a difference: helping keep Pearl Island beautiful, its waters clear, and its reef thriving for generations to come.
Six Ships Dock in Nassau Today. Leave Them All Behind.
Most Nassau shore excursions keep you within a mile of the ship. This one is eight miles out. Book direct for the best available rate, cancel free up to 24 hours before departure.
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Questions Before You Book?
Planning your island day? Here are the four questions guests ask us most before booking. Looking for something else? You’ll find everything you need in our full FAQ.
BROWSE THE FAQEvery experience includes round-trip ferry transportation, access to two white-sand beaches, the lighthouse, kayaks and paddleboards, beach chairs, showers, and restrooms.
Most experiences also include a traditional Bahamian lunch. Snorkeling gear and the Swimming Pigs experience are included with selected packages, so check your experience details before booking or simply ask us, and we’ll help you choose the right one.
Pearl Island is just a scenic 25-minute ferry ride from Nassau. Most experiences depart from the Paradise Island Ferry Terminal, East Dock, behind Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville.
The Swimming Pigs Express departs from Elizabeth on Bay Marina, just a short walk east of the Nassau Cruise Port.
Your ticket will show your exact departure location. Please arrive early: check-in closes 15 minutes before departure.
You really can! And they’re surprisingly good swimmers! Meet our famous pigs in the shallow, turquoise water, where our guides stay right beside you throughout the experience. You’ll get the chance to feed them, interact with them, and capture plenty of unforgettable photos. And because the encounter takes place in shallow water, you don’t need to be a strong swimmer to enjoy it.
Almost certainly. Our full-day experiences return to Nassau around 4:00 PM, giving guests on most cruise ships plenty of time to get back on board before departure. If your ship’s all-aboard time is earlier than 5:00 PM, contact us before booking and we’ll confirm whether the experience works with your schedule.
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See You on the Ferry!
Choose your experience, book direct, and let the island take care of the rest. Every Pearl Island day trip includes the ferry from Nassau.