Why is Pig Beach famous?

The island takes its unofficial name from the fact that it is populated by a colony of feral pigs which live on the island. It has become a tourist attraction in modern times. The pigs are known in popular culture as the swimming pigs although other islands with swimming pigs exist in the Bahamas.



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The activity is not without controversy. Critics see it as exploitative of the pigs. Some pigs have nipped at humans. Even some locals involved in the tours have scratched their heads at tourists' fascination.

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Today, about 20 pigs and piglets call the island home. In fact, the area is informally known as Pig Island or Pig Beach, for obvious reasons! Pig Beach is located in a section of Bahamian islands known as The Exumas, an archipelago of 365 cays and islands beginning just 35 miles southeast of Nassau.

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The Beach Is A Pigsty, Literally The beach itself isn't all that glamorous, unless you love the smell of pigs in the heat. It's literally a pigsty with everything the piggies need, including ample shade, water, and small pens for the piglets.

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Can You Swim In The Bahamas? (Is It SAFE?) - TravelPeri. Yes, you can swim in the Bahamas - known for shallow waters and mild temperatures, most Bahamian beaches are ideal for swimming.

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Pig Beach or Big Major Cay is located approximately 77 miles away from Nassau. Making it a long journey for travelers, but worth every minute and perfect for a day trip. The journey to Pig Beach will be either a 3-hour boat ride (don't recommend) or a 30-minute flight (highly recommend).

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Only 25 minutes from Nassau/Paradise Island Meet Babe, Wilbur, Pumba, Larry, Curly, Mo, Ginger, Pepper, and Spice, just some of our awesome Rose Island piggies!

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The pigs can suffer from severe sunburn and skin cancer. Spending their days in the blazing sun without protection from mud or other forms of sunblock (especially those with fair skin) commonly causes skin cancer in pigs. Without an enticement to stay in the shade, these swimming pigs are extra susceptible.

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