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Escape the Ordinary!

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.

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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.

#1 Most Popular

All-Inclusive: Pigs, Snorkeling & Beach

5 hrs Lunch included All levels
  • Swim with the world-famous Bahamian pigs
  • Guided snorkel at a vibrant coral reef
  • Bahamian lunch & full beach day
per adult $129 · child $119
BOOK THE FULL DAY
Top Rated

Reef Snorkeling & Beach

5 hrs Lunch included Gear provided
  • Vibrant coral reef just 50 feet from shore
  • Guided adventure, all gear included
  • Bahamian lunch with an ocean view
per adult $99 · child $79
EXPLORE THE REEF
Family Favorite

Beach Escape

5 hrs Lunch included Family friendly
  • Two white-sand beaches, one island day
  • Kayaks & paddle boards
  • Lighthouse access and shaded decks
per adult $79 · child $59
CLAIM YOUR BEACH DAY
Private & Exclusive

Private Ocean View Cabana

5 hrs Family Friendly Personal server
  • Your own shaded cabana with an ocean view
  • Personal server & drink package
  • Snorkel adventure & lunch at your cabana
GROUP FROM $320 Per cabana
RESERVE YOUR CABANA
One of a Kind

Sunken Sculpture Snorkeling

5 hrs Underwater art Lunch included
  • Sunken plane, statues & boat to explore
  • Guided swim along the underwater trail
  • Full beach day before & after your swim
per adult $89 · child $69
SEE THE SCULPTURES
Cruise Favorite

Swimming Pigs Express

3 hrs Family-friendly Pigs guaranteed*
  • Meet the famous swimming pigs up close
  • Fast roundtrip adventure
  • Perfectly timed for short port stays
per adult $79 · child $69
MEET THE PIGS
By Request

Private Villa

5 hrs Family Friendly Personal server
  • Your own villa above the turquoise water
  • Personal server & drink package
  • Perfect for families & small groups
GROUPS ONLY $499 Per villa
BOOK THE VILLA
By Request

Private Events & Groups

Weddings Incentives Celebrations
  • 9+ unique venues across your own island
  • From beach weddings to corporate retreats
  • Dedicated event team & tailored catering
Individual quote On Request
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Your Island Day at a Glance

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.

CHECK-IN & ARRIVAL 10:45 A.M.

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

Snorkel ADVENTURE 11:30 A.M.

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 THE PIGS 12:30 P.M.

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.

LUNCH & THE ISLAND 1:30 P.M.

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.

SCENIC RIDE BACK TO NASSAU 3:30 P.M.

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.

CHECK-IN & ARRIVAL 10:45 A.M.

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

Snorkel ADVENTURE 11:30 A.M.

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 THE PIGS 12:30 P.M.

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.

LUNCH & THE ISLAND 1:30 P.M.

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.

SCENIC RIDE BACK TO NASSAU 3:30 P.M.

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.

Straight From the Island

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.
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Pick your experience, book direct for the best price, and we’ll see you at the dock.

🏝️ SINCE 1993
More than a beach

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.

1993 Local roots 2016 Reborn 100% Bahamian-owned & run
Meet the Island & Our Team
Sustainability

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.

REEF WATER & ENERGY WILDLIFE
HOW WE PROTECT THE ISLAND
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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.

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Every 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.

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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.