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Exuma Powerboat Adventure
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Exuma Powerboat Adventure

By Powerboat Adventures
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See more of the Bahamas on this all-inclusive powerboat adventure from Nassau. Meet and feed the iguanas at Allen's Cay, and snorkel and explore Ship Channel Cay, a private island in the Exuma chain where you can feed stingrays and sharks with your guide. No detail is overlooked: the tour includes a full lunch with freshly made Bahamian conch salad, an open bar, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Ages 2-99
Duration: 9h
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Live guide: English
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Highlights
  • Explore some of the lesser-known Bahamian islands during this boat tour
  • Save money on drinks with an open bar on board
  • Feed endangered iguanas under the close supervision of a guide (optional)
  • Travel light—snorkeling equipment and lunch are provided on this guided tour
  • Convenient Nassau hotel pickup and drop-off included

  • SCC swimming pig interaction
  • Conch salad show with tasting
  • Shark show, stingray and iguana feeding
  • Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Lunch
  • Full bar
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Access to fresh water shower
What's not included
  • Gratuities
  • Beach Towels are NOT provided

Your Bahamas boat tour starts with pickup from your Nassau hotel. From there, your guide takes you to the marina to board a powerboat for the day. On the water, your guide takes you to Allen's Cay, where you can see endangered iguanas and feed them under supervision. Your second stop will be at the private Ship Channel Cay, where you can decide to spend time snorkeling (equipment provided) or strolling the shores. If you choose to snorkel out to the reef to see the fish, you can feed the local stingrays and sharks with your guide. While on Ship Channel Cay, enjoy an open bar and a provided lunch, which includes dishes such as island grouper, salads, bread, tropical fruits, and grilled steak. Watch Bahamian conch salad get made, and then try it yourself. Your Bahamas powerboat tour ends with a ride back to your Nassau hotel.

Start:
  • Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville Bahamas, 2 Marina Drive Paradise Island N.P, The Bahamas
Pickup details
  • West Bay St/Cable Beach/Downtown and Paradise Island locations pre arranged with us.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 3393POWERBOAT

    • This tour is not suitable for pregnant women, individuals with neck, back or spinal injuries or other medical conditions which might be affected by a high-speed powerboat ride
    • It is recommended that you bring a bathing suit, flip flops and a change of clothes
    • Cruise Ship Pickup - a minimum of 4 passengers is required for pickup at the Hilton Hotel.
    • Not recommended for travellers with back problems
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 3393POWERBOAT

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    Itinerary
    • You'll start at
      Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville Bahamas
      Or, you can also get picked up
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    • 1
      Powerboat Adventures
      Stop: 5 hours
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    • 2
      Ship Channel Cay
      Stop: 4 hours
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    • You'll return to the starting point
    About the operator
    Don’t take it from us – here’s what people have to say about this operator:
    • Powerboat Adventures
      1,525
      Nassau, Bahamas
      Joined in February 2024
    • JoyFromTO
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great time! Do not hesitate to book this trip.
      This is a great excursion! Do not hesitate to book this trip with Powerboat Adventures. We booked this while staying at Baha Mar and we were picked up by minibus right in front of our hotel. Other excursions require you to book your own transport to and from the Paradise Island Dock. Right from the beginning, this tour was fun and on time. The staff were great! Friendly but also very careful with everyone's safety. For example, while at Shipman's Cay, a baby nurse shark started swimming towards my son who was in the shallow part of the water. A staff member say this and intervened immediately to make sure the baby shark (and others) didn't get too close. The excursion includes delicious food and drinks. The boat ride is a lot of fun and all the stops are amazing. I've never seen water this clear and blue before. Definitely recommend this trip. It is great for all ages. Staff are wonderful!
      Written 16 March 2024
    • Resongy
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Swimming Pigs!!
      This was an excellent excursion. From the boat ride, the boat crew, the pigs. The stingray, the sharks. And the conch demonstration! Lunch was great too! Beers and drinks all included once to the island! Great day!
      Written 12 March 2024
    • davetMTL
      0 contributions
      3.0 of 5 bubbles
      Above average 3.5 stars
      Out of 5 stars we would give the excursion a 3.5 stars. The trip was cool lizards, pigs, sting rays, sharks with some beach time. Snack was good toasted ham &cheese and sausage. Lunch was amazing, salads, hamburgers, hotdogs, 3 types of fish, grilled vegetables & fruit. Something for everyone. Even my wife who is celiacs was ok from eating. (All condiments provided) The bar was good, nothing fancy but had more then the essentials. The Bahamas Mama’s were delicious! Why not a 5 star? Cost for value is -0.5 star. -0.5 we felt rushed always, ding ding (bell they have) time for pigs ding ding time for stingrays, ding ding sharks. -0.25 boat could use some tlc, cramped its not comfy such as a big power sailboat. -.25 the excursion is just missing something maybe a relax on water with reggae on the radio. In conclusion the excursion is one time & done it. Comparing to all water excursion we seen pricing is very similar maybe a bit cheaper but it includes more.
      Written 10 March 2024
    • connorjbnme
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Wild Bahamas
      I have taken this trip numerous times, and am never disappointed. It was the first time with the pigs . It’s filled with so many things and the staff are great !
      Written 10 March 2024
    • 174craigr
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Good for all ages
      Great trip. They picked us up at our hotel and the tour consisted of a hour boat ride to see the Iguanas. Boat ride was smooth. They had music on but they weren't blasting you out which was nice. From Iguanas went to their private island with nice beach. Open bar with all the normal stuff plus regular and lite beer in can. Had lite snacks ready when we arrived and they were simple but good. Bathrooms were very clean. Activities included feeding pigs on land in water, feeding stingrays, shark wrangling show, and how to make conch salad. Lunch consisted of mahi mahi, grouper, hot dogs, burgers, salad and vegetables. Lunch was very good and there was plenty of itI would recommend this for both couples and families. Crew was very friendly. Beach chairs were in good shape and you could swim if you wanted to. I would recommend bringing a bose or jbl if you want to listen to music while you are on the beach.
      Written 4 March 2024
    • ToddTom
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Best Birthday ever!
      This was the perfect birthday present! Very professional operation and a lot of fun too. Great food and the rum punch was awesome!
      Written 3 March 2024
    • G2403USmonicac
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Exuma Island Magic!
      Went on a corporate trip- the staff is amazing went above and beyond. Felt safe and the flow of the excursion was very organized. Just wish we didn’t have to leave!
      Written 2 March 2024
    • courtneyrQ2067CW
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Exuma
      I HIGHLY recommend it. They do it all: boat ride, lizard feeding, stingray feeding, shark feeding and pig feeding. The Rum Punch (OPEN BAR!) and lunch on the island are fantastic. The staff is amazing, Gary kept us laughing. Best experience ever, well worth every penny! 10/10, would recommend to a friend.
      Written 2 March 2024
    • karenwP8243TG
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great day !
      Great day! Enjoyed the many activities. The lunch with the fresh fish was delicious .Also many other options hamburgers hot dogs salads fruit. I would highly recommend!
      Written 1 March 2024
    • amyoK442HM
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Awesome experience
      Awesome trip! My son even got a Valentine’s Day kiss on the leg from an over friendly stingray! Would definitely go again.
      Written 21 February 2024
    • 267mikez
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great day for boating!
      Fantastic day on the boat! On a very fast boat outing to a great little island. Sharks, friendly sting rays and swimming pigs. Great food and full washroom at the island
      Written 18 February 2024
    • Jflorindoc
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      An unmissable tour
      An unmissable tour for those who wants to access paradise. The blue of the sea is indescribable! Ah! The transportation to get to the boat is priceless! Ruth, the driver, told us about the history of Bahamas and the local culture! Excellent person! I highly recommend it!
      Written 18 February 2024
    • 313JasonM
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Best trip from Nassau by far
      Third visit to Ship Channel Cay and it was equally as enjoyable as the previous two. Thanks again to the wonderful team (and entertaining wildlife). Met a couple of new staff members this time round and they were super nice/helpful too. Didn’t have time for a stopover but would definitely recommend this from our last trip as the island is stunning. Also, if you can book a private trip down south you’ll get the best experience + photos ever.
      Written 13 February 2024
    • LenOreo65
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Delightful
      I wouldn’t change a thing about this trip and the Powerboat Adventures team. The food was fresh and tasty, the experiences were just as I expected - fun and intriguing. The boat comfortable and the water sublime.
      Written 4 February 2024
    • castlesnbeaches
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A Fabulous Adventure on a Tropical Island
      The trip was very well organised. There were helpful, pleasant, competent staff taking care of our every need from embarkation until the end of the adventure. The boat is comfortable, and there is a head (toilet) and drinks (not alcoholic outgoing and return) for us. First stop were the iguanas, which everyone enjoyed and then onto the private island. Snacks and all sorts of refreshments were available for us upon arrival. A characterful cottage on the water, with all sorts of marine life swimming in the water that the building and docks sat over. Loungers available on the beautiful sandy beach, the clearest water for swimming, such a beautiful sea and island views. A tropical Paradise for our small group of passengers. The rays were so friendly rubbing themselves against us, and eagerly consuming the octopus we hand fed them. We rapidly moved onto feeding the pigs, whom enjoying swimming out to us and seeing how many carrots they could fit in their mouths at one time. The baby pigs then arrived, checking out each handful of feed and allowing us to pat and scratch them as they waded past the group. Out of the water and onto the beach to see a demonstration with some smaller sharks with really emphasised the power of these animals. At all times team members were in the water ensuring our safe participation and safety in all things. A really delicious lunch was served, and we discovered many of the other guests had been the week before, and the week before that - they enjoyed the trip so much. Finally we learned how to make the best Conch Salad whilst standing in the crystal blue sea. We had time to swim and relax for a while before heading home to Nassau - All guests were happy, all claimed it was either the, or one of the, best day experiences they have had. We will go again on our next trip to The Bahamas.
      Written 3 February 2024
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    Catherine M
    Montreal, Canada23 contributions
    1.0 of 5 bubbles
    Mar 2022
    On March 12, my husband and I paid over $500 for a day of terror and wet, windy misery. Powerboat adventures should have cancelled the long trip to the Exumas on that day because winds were over 25km/hour, but they didn’t. All the other tour operators had cancelled their trips that day; After one and a half hours of being slammed with enormous waves which would lift the boat high, and then pound the boat so hard that it would drop suddenly and throw us all around (no seat belts, btw - some of us confessed to fearing for our lives), we arrived at a deserted Allan’s Cay soaking wet, feeling like we had been in a car accident. During this long, horrific ride, they slowed the speed of the boat to take back some control, so it took even longer to get to Allan’s Cay - the raincoats provided no protection since the inside of the boat was essentially a bathtub. We were the only boat at Allan’s Cay (we have been here before and it would normally have been packed on a Saturday). When we arrived at their private island, the bartender/caretaker was shocked to see us, stating that no other boat had dared make the trip that day. It was so windy that the animators could not even get the stingrays to come out. The food was great, though, but most of us were still shaking so badly from the trip, with stomachs so upset that we could not enjoy it. It was too windy to swim so everyone kind of hung on the sand trying to warm up and dry up before the treacherous journey back. When it was time to go, everyone lined up a half hour early, each hoping to secure the seats in the middle of the boat which had a bit more cover. On the journey back everyone wore with the raincoats and huddled, heads bowed, wishing it would be over already. Also note that the pigs on this island are not the wild natural ones normally found – they are animals kept in a cage and let out for 10 minutes so we could feed them as the poo all over our feet. We regret wasting our day with Powerboat Adventures, a company who (even though they thought they could make it out to the Exumas on such a windy day) clearly had no regard for our need to actually ENJOY the experience.
    Written 5 April 2022
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    Cal Jones
    2 contributions
    2.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2023
    This tour is a rip off and lacks authenticity, if you are going thinking you will have an instagram worthy experience with the pigs think about booking somewhere else. 7 CAGED pigs and 50 people makes for a pretty unpleasant experience! See below my thoughts on the day which was also sent to the customer service of power boat adventures.

    While I had high expectations for an enjoyable and memorable experience, I regret to inform you that todays excursion fell far short of what was advertised and what I paid $544.50 for. There were several issues during the day which significantly impacted my overall experience.

    I had booked in anticipation to experience the iguanas, pigs, stingrays and sharks. Although those interactions were all provided by your company, it felt very unauthentic and this was optimised by the pig experience. I was expecting the pigs to be roaming along the beach in the water as shown on the photos in your website. However we were greeted by 7 pigs which seems a really low number considering the ratio to guests. This meant it became an over crowded situation meaning it was difficult to get the experience we wanted by being stood in a line waiting to feed the pigs. Being told you can not move towards the pigs you must stay in line, how are you meant to be “the envy of all your Instagram followers with your pigs in paradise photos” if you couldn’t interact with them appropriately.

    Another issue I have is why were we only given 2 carrots to feed, and why did every person on the boat have the pig interaction at the same time? Why weren’t the group split up over the 3 interactions to make a more intimate setting. This was also an issue with the sting ray interaction 2 pieces of squid, an overcrowded scenario and 2 sting rays to interact with over 50 people. I understand that they are wild animals but this would make me think the organisation of the group could be far better by making a more smaller intimate setting.

    The timings of the interactions I also felt to be way off I noted the time being off the boat and back on to be 17 minutes on Iguana island. The pig interaction lasting no longer than 20 minutes. The price of this excursion was over £500 so to only interact with animals for 35 mins out of a day where I only returned back to my hotel at 5.30pm after being out since 8am is very poor.

    To your credit there were elements of the day which met our expectations the beautiful island setting, the food and open bar along with the shark wrangler show which was a great experience.

    Despite this I am highly dissatisfied with my experience today having read such great reviews about your excursions and I feel that I have been misled by your website.
    Written 2 August 2023
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    Lovetotravel1998
    Anywhere,USA15 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jan 2020 • Family
    First off, GOOOO! The ease of booking, the communication and the pickup and return from Baha Mar. The super friendly staff, and captain of the powerboat. The ride, feeding the super cool iguanas, the private island all led to an amazing time. Capped number of participants made this feel intimate and even more special. The whole trip we were busy from start to finish. Stingrays, sharks, PIGS, snorkeling, an amazing lunch (fish,steak, hotdogs,veggies,fruits, cheeses and salads-open bar ALL DAY) and to top off the day fresh, delicious conch salad made right in front of us. I cannot say enough amazing things about this trip. Worth more than 5🌟
    Written 1 February 2020
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    MMM
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Dec 2019 • Family
    I can’t say enough good things about this excursion! This was my family’s best excursion ever! Our first booked excursion was cancelled due to weather. Thank you so much to Ms. Lo for getting us on the next available!!
    Exuma is not only beautiful, but the tour guides have an action packed day for you. First, we fed iguanas, then went to a beautiful private island. You feed pigs, stingray, and my son even got to wrangle in a shark! I was a little afraid to snorkel where we sharks were swimming, but felt safe with the guide. The tour guides are so friendly and helpful! There was a delicious lunch served and open bar all day.
    Book this!! You won’t be disappointed.
    Written 1 January 2020
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    Lindsay Ann
    Philadelphia, PA88 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This was our first time visiting the Bahamas, and Exuma was always on the list. One of the reasons being .. the swimming pigs! After doing some research we booked Powerboat Adventures. Only $250 for an all day excursion with multiple activities. The hour boat ride was a bittttt rough (due to a little hangover) but after getting there it was great! (Also could of done without stopping to feed the iguanas) The pigs were semi-domesticated .. and just walked around while we fed them. So I’m not sure if the swimming pig experience varies from cay to cay but I’m willing to try a different adventure next time. BUT my favorite part was feeding the sting rays !!! And seeing all the sharks, and snorkeling in the beautiful water above the reef. This trip was open bar and the lunch was AMAZING. Shane kept our glasses full and captain Jay made sure we all had a great day. This crew is AWESOME. Hope to be back soon!
    Written 10 January 2020
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    Abhinav Tripathi
    Toronto, Canada6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We (wife and I) had a great experience with Powerboat adventures (February 2020). We opted for a day-long Exuma adventure; initially we spent few minutes with the iguanas at Allen Cay and then the rest of the day at Powerboat’s private island Ship Island Cay. The guides were great and the food/drink arrangements were perfect as well. The day passes by fast since you have one activity after another at Ship Channel Cay. First, we spent time with the pigs; then fed the stingrays and watched the guides bring the sharks near the beach. Then we had snorkeling (optional) followed by lunch and conch salad. We will highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for an Exuma adventure.
    Written 15 March 2020
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    Dawn C
    Riverview, FL69 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jan 2020
    Doesn't matter your age, you will have a great day! Very smooth check in and boarding process. An hour long ride to Exuma. First stop was the Iguanas on Allen Cay. They were not hungry at all and wouldn't eat (I assume other boats had been there before us), but still a nice 20 minute stop. Then 8 minute ride to Ship Channel Cay (their private island). Whether you want to take part in every activity or just relax and have some food and drinks, you will enjoy yourself here. First the pigs came out...you can feed them and interact with them for about 20 minutes or so. Watch your feet! They will step on them and they weigh hundreds of pounds Lol. Then you go right into feeding the stingrays and then they lure in the sharks with the fish carcass that they made your lunch from (on our day it was grouper). Then you can go on a snorkel tour (we opted out of snorkeling since we snorkel and dive frequently and the water was a bit chilly). We took this time to walk around, take beautiful pictures and enjoy the open bar. We also walked up past the restrooms and met a lovely couple that lives in Nassau, but was staying a night at a cottage on the water there. Powerboat Adventures offers this option and we will definitely look in to doing this next time (if we don't arrive on a cruise like we did this time). Lunch was great, bartender was great....entire staff was! My kids (age 19 and 24) said they wanted to do it again when we are there again
    Written 10 February 2020
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    jdb
    Portland, OR3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Feb 2020
    These guys take you out, liquor you up for free (although i write this without being too f*up). The pigs are just a bunch of pet/farm pigs, but you can feed them although they will poop in the water like the others. They are cute and feed them. no big deal. Now we get to the stingrays. These are wild (not penned up). They come up and sit on your lap or eat what you give them. Really cool! Freaking amazing. Then they feed the sharks. Then you get to snorkel through the same area.
    Written 3 February 2020
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    Joan S
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nov 2022 • Couples
    One of a kind experience. If you are planning to go to The Bahamas, please put Exuma on your list. Pig feeding, sting rays feeding and the shark show was so much fun. It’s the most amazing experience. The crew are awesome! Powerboat adventure did not disappoint. Its worth the money!
    Written 19 November 2022
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    Valentine
    Louisiana2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    May 2023
    This was the best excursion we have ever been on! Worth every penny! My husband and I, along with our girls 11 & 12, decided to do this our last day and we’re so glad we did! We enjoyed the pigs, stingrays, sharks, and iguanas! They were so much fun. The water on this trip was even more beautiful and clearer than the water we had seen on Paradise Island which made snorkeling amazing!! We saw so many neat things. The lunch provided was just as good as any restaurant we had ate at during the week. Everything we ate was so good!! The crew was the absolute best! My only regret is that we didn’t think to bring cash so we weren’t able to tip them. A tip is not required but I promise you, these guys deserved one!! They went all out and provided us one of the greatest experiences and memories of a lifetime!! Definitely recommend bringing a hat that can be secured during the boat ride and a UPF shirt tho! We brought both and used them. You get a lot of sun exposure on this trip! We will absolutely do this again and I’ll recommend it to everyone!! Book with them today and you won’t regret it!!
    Written 20 May 2023
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