Things to Do In The Bahamas

Swim with the Dolphins in Freeport Bahamas

• Natural 9-acre open-ocean lagoon habitat at Sanctuary Bay.
• Options for shallow-water waist-deep encounters or deep-water swimming.
• Guided by certified marine mammal specialists with professional photography on-site.
• Scenic boat transport directly from Port Lucaya Marina across Grand Bahama waterways.
• Daily schedules coordinated with Florida ferry and cruise ship arrival times.

Unlike conventional concrete marine tanks, the Dolphin Experience at Sanctuary Bay takes place in a protected, natural 9-acre ocean lagoon. Here, bottlenose dolphins live in an authentic open-sea environment that allows them to swim, hunt, and use echolocation freely. Visitors begin their journey with a picturesque 20-minute boat transfer departing from the Port Lucaya Marina, cruising along the tranquil southern shoreline of Grand Bahama Island before arriving at the secluded marine preserve.

Whether you are traveling with toddlers, seniors, or seasoned swimmers, the facility offers distinct interaction tiers designed for every comfort level. The shallow-water Dolphin Encounter lets guests step onto a secure submerged platform in waist-deep water to touch, feed, and receive gentle kisses from the dolphins. For confident swimmers, the signature Dolphin Swim allows guests to plunge into the crystal-clear lagoon alongside the marine mammals, diving beneath the surface and using training hand signals guided by experienced marine biologists.

Booking a dolphin excursion through DiscoveryCruiseBahama.com guarantees stress-free synchronization with short-cruise itineraries and fast-ferry timetables. Because space in each swim pod is strictly capped to protect the well-being of the animals, morning and afternoon sessions often sell out well ahead of port arrivals. Secure your passes in advance to ensure an unforgettable marine encounter on Grand Bahama Island.

Swim with the Pigs in Freeport Bahamas

• Hosted at Crystal Beach near Deadman’s Reef on Grand Bahama Island.
• Wade in shallow, turquoise waters to swim, pet, and feed the famous island pigs.
• Includes round-trip ground shuttles from Freeport Harbor and local resort hotels.
• Beachfront facilities with sun loungers, fresh island lunch, and Bahamian rum drinks.
• Convenient 4-hour tour packages matching Florida cruise and day-ferry schedules.

Located on the tranquil western coast of Grand Bahama Island at Crystal Beach, near historic Deadman’s Reef, this excursion brings you face-to-face with the Bahamas’ most celebrated four-legged swimmers. Guided by dedicated island animal handlers, guests can wade into calm, waist-deep turquoise waters while the friendly, well-cared-for pigs splash out to greet them. Guests are given fresh apple treats on skewers to feed the pigs while professional photographers help capture candid vacation memories.

Beyond the pig interaction in the water, the beachfront grounds provide an authentic Bahamian day-club atmosphere. Visitors can relax at picnic tables, soak up the Caribbean sunshine on powdery sand, and purchase fresh local specialties like conch fritters, cracked lobster, and tropical cocktails at the seaside beach shack. The serene coral shoreline also offers warm, shallow conditions ideal for families with young children looking to swim between tour briefings.

Excursions operate with scheduled air-conditioned shuttle buses departing directly from the Freeport cruise ship terminals and major hotel lobbies. The comprehensive 4-hour excursion window is specifically structured so day-ferry passengers from Port Everglades and two-night cruise guests can enjoy the complete swimming pig experience and return comfortably ahead of mandatory port boarding calls.

Call to book: 954-969-0069