Exuma Cays
BAHAMAS
The Exuma Cays are a breathtaking chain of 365 Bahamian islands, surrounded by crystal-clear azure waters. Adventure awaits with a variety of snorkeling experiences including swimming into the enchanting Thunderball Grotto, made famous by James Bond, off Staniel Cay, marveling at turtles and rays in the serene mangrove channels of Shroud Cay or encountering Nurse sharks up close at Compass Cay. You can even discover an underwater piano-playing mermaid, an enchanting creation of magician David Copperfield, resting off Rudder Cut Cay.
The Exuma Cays are a breathtaking chain of 365 Bahamian islands, surrounded by crystal-clear azure waters. Adventure awaits with a variety of snorkeling experiences including swimming into the enchanting Thunderball Grotto, made famous by James Bond, off Staniel Cay, marveling at turtles and rays in the serene mangrove channels of Shroud Cay or encountering Nurse sharks up close at Compass Cay. You can even discover an underwater piano-playing mermaid, an enchanting creation of magician David Copperfield, resting off Rudder Cut Cay.
Location
Getting There
International flights come into Nassau or George Town. The best way to explore the islands is by private boat. If that is not an option than you can do day trips by high-speed boat from Nassau or fly into Staniel Cay and base yourself from there.
Land Adventures
The Exumas offer excellent hikes along powdery white sand beaches and rocky cliff tops. They are also home to unique wildlife like the Rock Iguanas and Hutia. The Hutia once thought to be extinct are a rodent about the size of a rabbit. Look for them at night in the bushes of Shroud Cay in the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park. The swimming pigs of Big Major Cay always draw a crowd.
Destination Drink
Nothing goes down better than drinking a spicy margarita from the Xuma Beach Bar while relaxing on the raft off Highbourne Cay.
