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).
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.
Options
Rose Island Tour
Duration: 6 hours Bahamian buffet and Open Bar
Full Day Excursion!
Full Day Excursion!
Rose Island Only
Rose Island Day Trip from Nassau; transportation is not provided
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1,273 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Book now and never look back!
639nicoleu,Jul 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Book this! Book it now! So fun! Very professional. Very clean. Very safe and good/drinks were fantastic! I’m not one to leave reviews but this experience my family and I had makes it worth it! We snorkled, enjoyed the beautiful beach, had plenty of time with the sweet pigs and had a great lunch! We’ve done a lot this trip…this by far was the best bang for the money!
Great time hanging out on...
Danielle S,Jul 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great time hanging out on rose island. Staff training pigs were fantastic. Very clean, kids had a blast!
Perfect day!
S5429PEsarahf,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the best day on Rose Island. Favorite experience in the Bahamas by far! Would give it 10 stars if we could and definitely will be returning.
Chill on Sandy Toes
KristyW42,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sandy Toes at Rose Island truly is amazing. It was just a short boat ride of about 25 minutes. The moment you step off the boat, the staff is so welcoming. The island is beautiful and everything was organized. Drinks were good and so was the food. We snorkled with our own gear. The pigs were super cute. This was our first time booking and definitely won’t be our last.
An Unforgettable Day in Paradise
Eric E,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great tour! The whole family enjoyed everything Sandy Toes had to offer. I highly recommend this tour to everyone looking for a fun and relaxing island experience. The staff was exceptional from start to finish. They were friendly, helpful, and always willing to answer any questions we had. Thank you for making our island day so memorable!
This excursion was better...
Shanell R,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This excursion was better than I expected. The pigs were very well trained and the food was great! There were a lot of shady spots to get relief from the sun. The staff was also very friendly and helpful! We came with a 1 year old and there was plenty for her to do too!
Great Trip!
nataliepH8508ZX,May 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a wonderful day at Sandy Toes. Staff was extremely friendly and made the day super enjoyable. Had a great time relaxing. Would highly recommend.
Slice of paradise
kristinacQ8652PI,May 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a gorgeous beach. Comfortable space to walk and lounge. Hydro lounge trampoline in the water. Kayaks and floats available if you want. Hammocks spread all over the property. Lunch was great, drinks were even better. Friendly staff. The swimming pigs stole the show. They were much larger than expected and just the cutest. Would definitely recommend booking this!
The staff were...
jennifer c,May 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The staff were excellent!!! And it was a fantastic experience!!! The lunch was good and the pigs were great. Would definitely recommend
Favourite day of our trip
jordanahd,May 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely superb! Well worth the price! We booked the snorkelling and the premium drinks and it was worth every penny! People saying it’s expensive need to remember that this excursion includes all your food and drinks for the day, the transport and all the experiences! The limited spaces make the island so much more peaceful too. I’m terrified of boats and the staff made me feel so relaxed, such a chill vibe about them, we all had a good laugh together. When you get there the pigs will greet you, a moment I’ll never forget! Pig encounters are every 30 minutes so you get plenty of time with them! We also rather enjoyed feeding the chickens, baby chicks, peacocks and goats. The bbq buffet really exceeded my expectations! I’m a very fussy eater so I was initially concerned. I needn’t have been! We tried everything and it was all incredible! The pasta salad in particular was so good! We even went up for seconds! There’s showers available too so you’ll have time to rinse off and change before hopping back on the boat. By far my fave day of our trip so far!
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