New Providence Island Speedboat Tours: Our Top 7

1.Exuma Powerboat Tour from Nassau with Swimming Pigs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 474 reviews · from $439 a head Our pick

Leave Paradise Island at 8:30 a.m. for an eight-hour powerboat trip with up to 16 people. You will visit Allen’s Cay, Compass Cay, Pig Beach, Staniel Cay, a sandbar, and Norman’s Cay. Captains such as Rico, Emilio, Cam, and Neil keep the day moving, with lunch, beer, water, and snacks included.

“Was an amazing day!! I can’t recommend this tour highly enough! All of the sites were 10/10 and the lunch was delicious! The captains were attentive and hilarious! You won’t be disappointed if you book this tour!!”

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2.Private Speed Boat for Snorkeling or Fishing in Nassau – 34ft

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · from $880 a head

You’ll cruise from Sterling Marina on a private 34-foot center-console boat with a local captain and crew. Captain Willie, Calvin, and Roscoe are among the crew named for this charter. Choose snorkeling, fishing, beaches, island views, or a stop at Footprints Beach Bar on Rose Island. Gear, ice, and bottled water are included.

“Amazing experience. Highlight of our trip to Bahamas! The guides were super friendly and very knowledgeable!”

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3.Self Drive Speedboat and Swim with the Pigs

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 23 reviews · from $130 a head

Take the wheel of your own speedboat from Malcom's Park near the Atlantis Bridge, following a guide along New Providence Island. After a quick safety lesson, you will reach a private island to feed, photograph, and swim near friendly pigs. No boating license or experience is needed, but only drivers age 18 or older may operate the boat.

“My wife and I drove the boat to the islands, quite challenging due to high wind but manage to get to see the pigs!! Thanks to the captain and his son very polite and professional Good Job”

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4.Atlantis Bridge Speed Boat Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 22 reviews · from $100 a head Best value

Meet at Malcolm’s Park by Atlantis Bridge and take the wheel of your own speed boat on a harbor tour around New Providence Island. You’ll see the surrounding waters and coastal sights while a host guides the outing. Children age six and older may join, and the group is capped at 10 people.

“The most memorable part was the conversations with the Host they made us feel safe and right at home.”

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5.Powerboat and Snorkel Experience with Swimming Pigs and Turtles

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 20 reviews · from $145 a head

Set out from Paradise Island on a custom 35-foot Donzi with Secret Cays for reef snorkeling near Rose Island, swimming pigs, Green Cay turtles, Sandy Cay beaches, drinks, and a small-group ride capped at 14 guests. Captain J and his crew guide the 3.5-hour outing, which includes gear, water, soda, and a restroom aboard.

“Seeing the turtles in the sanctuary area was the high point for me but the crew was so welcoming and kind.”

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6.Private speed boat beach and bar hopping visiting Rose island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $850 for the boat, seats 8

Take a four-hour private speedboat trip from Nassau with Jason Sr and Jason Jr, visiting Rose Island and two other islands. You can relax on soft beaches, stop at local beach bars, enjoy island music, and possibly snorkel or see swimming pigs. The boat holds up to eight people, making this a flexible outing for families and small groups.

“lovely snorkeling outing with the Jasons (sr & jr), we even got to see some swimming pigs! thanks again”

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7.Private Tour 45ft Powerboat to Nearby Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $3,800 for the boat, seats 10

Set out from Margaritaville Marina on a private 45-foot powerboat with Aqua Shores. Your crew may include Captain Adam, Captain Rico, Dia, or Canaan as you snorkel, visit sea turtles, relax on Rose Island, stop at Sandy Cay, and meet swimming pigs. The four-hour outing suits families and groups that want their own boat and flexible island time.

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