v2.webp){kind=logo}
- Pig Beach (Big Major Cay) — The actual uninhabited sandbar where the pigs live is surreal: bright white sand, shallow turquoise water, and pigs that literally come out to meet boats. It’s the setting that makes the whole thing impossible to forget.
- Swimming with the pigs — The headline act: pigs paddling out to you, snuffling the water and bobbing around like oversized rubber duckies. It’s uniquely silly and surprisingly interactive — you won’t see this behavior anywhere else.
- Piglets & social dynamics — Watch families, piglets, and the pecking order play out on the beach. The youngsters are curious and faster than you expect, which makes encounters cuter and a little chaotic in a good way.
- Snorkeling the shallow reefs — The water is clear and warm, so you can combine pig time with a
- Pig Beach (Big Major Cay) — The actual uninhabited sandbar where the pigs live is surreal: bright white sand, shallow turquoise water, and pigs that literally come out to meet boats. It’s the setting that makes the whole thing impossible to forget.
- Swimming with the pigs — The headline act: pigs paddling out to you, snuffling the water and bobbing around like oversized rubber duckies. It’s uniquely silly and surprisingly interactive — you won’t see this behavior anywhere else.
- Piglets & social dynamics — Watch families, piglets, and the pecking order play out on the beach. The youngsters are curious and faster than you expect, which makes encounters cuter and a little chaotic in a good way.
- Snorkeling the shallow reefs — The water is clear and warm, so you can combine pig time with a quick snorkel nearby. Small reefs and sandbars host colorful fish and make the trip feel more like a proper marine escape than just a novelty stop.
- Photography potential — Turquoise water, white sand, and sun-splashed pigs = ridiculously photogenic scenes. Low angles, early morning or late afternoon light, and a fast shutter for splashing shots will get the best results.
- Local boat culture & day-trip vibes — Most visitors arrive on small shared boats from Exuma. These cheap, social trips are part of the experience: you get island-hopping, local stories, and a chance to support small operators directly.
- Conservation & responsible interaction — What makes the site special and fragile: the pigs rely on visitors but are sensitive to bad feed and overcrowding. Follow guide rules, don’t bring junk food, and consider tipping or buying local tours that prioritize the animals’ welfare.
Spotted a mistake or missing something? Contact us.
Exuma Island and Cays Tour
3 Hours Guided Great Exuma ATV Tour
Exuma,Bahamas: 6 Seater Buggy/Jeep Rental with Bluetooth speakers
Crystal Bay Exuma Private Boat Tours & Fishing Charters
Great Exuma: Private Island-Hopping Boat Tour with Swimming Pigs
Bahamas Bash Scavenger Hunt (Exumas)
Bahamas Local Water Tours to George Town and Exuma
Bahamas Airport(GGT) to Island hotels-Round-Trip Private Transfer
George Town to Owen Roberts Airport (GCM) - Departure Transfer
Best Backpacking
.jpg)
Hi, I’m Johan (Netherlands 🇳🇱), the creator of TakeYourBackpack. Over the past 3 decades, I’ve backpacked through 90+ countries across six continents, gaining extensive experience with independent travel, long-term trips, and overland routes.