You can most certainly have a boat tour or charter that is completely unique to you! Just ask us and we will see what is possible based on varying factors such as; distance, time, location, and activities.

Pricing for these excursions will be specifically invoiced for online payment.

Crystal Bay Exuma specializes in private boat tours and fishing charters, offering half-day and full-day options. This includes but is not limited to snorkeling, sandbars, swimming with pigs, nurse sharks, Thunderball grotto, and more. We offer half-day (4 hours) and full- day (8 hours) tours.

You can swim with nurse sharks at Compass Cay in the Exuma Cays, Bahamas. This location is popular for interacting with nurse sharks that are accustomed to human presence, making it a safe and memorable experience.

You typically reach Compass Cay by boat, and our Full Day Boat tour operators offer day trips from Great Exuma that include swimming with the sharks. All fees are covered by your booking payment, and safety instructions are provided to ensure a safe interaction.

Yes, we do visit the Thunderball Grotto. This is only available on our Full Day Boat Tours as the location is relatively far from the Rolleville, Exuma.

You can swim with the famous pigs at Big Major Cay, also known as Pig Beach, in Exuma, Bahamas. This uninhabited island is the most popular spot to see and swim with the swimming pigs, which have become a major tourist attraction and social media sensation. We will take you there on our Full Day Boat Tour. For our Half Day Boat Tours, we will take you to the wonderful Pig's Beach near Rolleville, Exuma due to time constraints.

You can see the rare iguanas with Crystal Bay Exuma on both the Half Day and Full Day Boat Tours. Here are the best places to see the rare iguanas in Exuma:

• Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park: Offers guided boat tours where you can observe iguanas in their natural habitat, often with opportunities to feed them lettuce leaves.

• Sandy Cay: A popular spot to see iguanas up close; visitors can feed them fruits and vegetables while enjoying swimming and picnicking.

• Bitter Guana Cay (Iguana Island): Home to a significant population of these iguanas, accustomed to human presence but should be treated with respect. This cay also features beautiful coral rock formations and a sandy beach.

• Allan's Cay: Known for iguanas that approach visitors readily, making it a favorite for close encounters.

• Leaf Cay: Famous for its pink iguanas, although the population was relocated to Pasture Cay in 2002. Leaf Cay remains a notable site for iguana watching within the Allan's Cays.

These iguanas are herbivores, growing up to four feet long, and play an important ecological role by feeding on native shrubs and fruits. Conservation efforts are critical due to their endangered status, with many tours in Exuma including iguana watching and feeding as part of the experience.

You can see the nurse sharks exclusively on our Full Day Boat Tours. The best place to swim with nurse sharks in the Exumas, Bahamas, is indeed Compass Cay. This private island is famous for its marina where nurse sharks gather and are known for their docile nature and familiarity with humans, making it a safe and popular spot for tourists.

Here are some important details:

• Location: Compass Cay in the Exuma Cays, about 75 miles south of Nassau.

• Experience: The nurse sharks at Compass Cay are friendly and often come close to swimmers. They feel like wet sandpaper to the touch and are used to human interaction, which creates a safe and unforgettable experience.

• Access: Visitors typically reach Compass Cay by booking excursions with local tour companies departing from Great Exuma, Little Exuma, or Staniel Cay. These tours often include stops at other nearby attractions.

• Safety: Nurse sharks are generally harmless but should be respected as wild animals. They are bottom feeders and calm, often referred to locally as “giant catfish” due to their temperament.

• Other spots: Nurse sharks can also sometimes be seen at Exuma Point Beach on Great Exuma Island and around the marina at Staniel Cay Yacht Club.

In Exuma, the best option for a boat tour that includes a visit to Thunderball Grotto is:

Crystal Bay Boat Excursions Full Day Boat Tours - Our Full Day Boat Tours provide the option to visit the Thunderball Grotto. Our full-day tour provides access to multiple Exuma highlights beyond Thunderball Grotto, such as Pig Beach and Compass Cay, and are typically booked as full-day excursions departing from Barraterre Dock, Exuma.

Booking in advance is recommended, especially during peak season.

Here are some of the best activities to partake in while visiting Exuma, Bahamas. We would be happy to accommodate that adventurous need.

• Swimming with Pigs: Visit the famous swimming pigs at White Bay Cay, a must-see and popular activity.

• Swim with Nurse Sharks: Take a trip to Compass Cay to swim with friendly nurse sharks.

• Beaches: Relax or explore at Coco Plum Beach (great for sand dollars and starfish), Hoopers Bay (swim with sea turtles without feeding or touching them), Tropic of Cancer Beach, and Jolly Hall Beach.

• Snorkeling and Diving: Explore underwater life at Fowl Cay Reef and dive into the Anglefish Blue Hole underwater cave.

• Boat Tours and Excursions: Visit Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park to see endangered Bahamian iguanas, join sandbar parties, and enjoy full sea safaris including Moriah Cay marine preserve and Elizabeth Harbor.

• Other Attractions: Check out Pablo Escobar's sunken plane, savor Bahamian dishes at Shirley's Fish Fry, explore George Town, rent ATVs for island tours, enjoy beach yoga, and visit local spots like Chat 'N' Chill and Santana's Bar and Grill.

We do provide snorkeling in Exuma, Bahamas with our Private Boat Tours along with many other activities such as swimming with the pigs, seeing the rare rock iguanas, and more. Snorkeling is an integrated part of our boat tour experience.

*Snorkeling equipment is not included.

We at Crystal Bay Boat Excursions are the perfect choice for your private boat tours with groups of 10. Our boats will provide the best comfort and convenience for you and your group to enjoy your private adventures in the Exuma Cays. Private tours are our specialty and we take pride in providing a great experience for you and your group.

The Half Day Boat Tour is 4 hours long and takes place in Rolleville, Exuma, Bahamas. Activities include swimming with the pigs, feeding the iguanas, exploring the caves of Exuma, and snorkeling. The Full Day Boat Tour is 8 hours long and follows a path north ending at Staniel Cay. Activities include swimming with the pigs, feeding the iguanas, exploring the caves of Exuma, snorkeling, and swimming with the nurse sharks.

In Exuma, Bahamas, you can book private boat tours right here at Crystal Bay Exuma! We offer half-day and full-day boat tours that can provide tours up to groups of 10. Here is a link to our boat tours:

*Please note: Only our Full Day Boat Tours go to Staniel Cay and Co9mpass Cay where you can visit the Thunderball Grotto and swim with the sharks due to the distance of the trip from Great Exuma.

To book a private boat tour with Crystal Bay Exuma, you can visit their official website where they offer both half-day and full-day private boat tours and fishing charters in Exuma, Bahamas. We also offer discounts for those who book directly on our site.

Alternatively, you can book through travel platforms like Viator, or send an inquiry on GetMyBoat, which offer various private excursions including activities such as swimming with pigs, snorkeling, and island hopping.

We advise that you book directly on our site for the smoothest experience as well as the best pricing we have to offer.

You can visit Pig Beach (Big Major Cay) or other Pig beaches closer to Great Exuma in the Exuma Cays by booking day tours from Great Exuma with Crystal Bay Exuma, which include transportation by boat to Pig Beach. Boat rides directly from Great Exuma are possible but can be rough and sometimes delayed due to sea conditions.

Boat rides from Great Exuma can be rough and cause seasickness, so medication is recommended if you choose that option. Our tours also include visits to nurse sharks*, iguanas, sandbars, and snorkeling spots.

*Swimming with sharks only available for Full Day Boat Tours.

You can see rare Bahamian Rock Iguanas at several spots in the Exuma Cays: Bitter Guana Cay (Iguana Island) - South of Staniel Cay, home to many iguanas. Allan's Cay - In the Northern Exuma Cays, where iguanas bask on rocks and grass. Leaf Cay - Known for its pink iguanas and beautiful beach. Join our Half-Day or Full-Day Boat Tours to see these amazing creatures. Remember, they are endangered, so please respect their environment. Feed them safely with grapes or lettuce, and avoid touching or harming them.

Private boat tours in the Bahamas are generally safe when booked through reputable companies that comply with safety regulations, provide experienced captains and crew, and equip boats with proper safety gear such as life jackets. Safety depends on the operator, boat condition, and weather on the day of the tour.

To ensure safety, it is important to:

• Choose licensed and well-reviewed tour operators.

• Verify the boat has all required safety equipment.

• Check weather conditions before the tour.

• Follow all safety instructions from the crew.

Rest assured, the crew at Crystal Bay Exuma are dedicated to ensuring everyone's safety onboard while providing a wonderful experience.

Crystal Bay Exuma can provide your needs for seeing the beautiful wildlife at sea throughout the Exuma Cays:

• Swimming pigs at Pig Beach

• Nurse sharks at Compass Cay

• Endangered iguanas at Allen Cay

• Stingrays

• Possibly sea turtles

• Starfish and other marine life

Many tours combine these wildlife encounters with activities like snorkeling, visiting Thunderball Grotto, and relaxing on sandbars. There are full-day, half-day, and private eco-tour options available to explore the Exuma Cays and its wildlife.