Staniel Cay

Scattered across the turquoise Caribbean waters, the Exumas are a 190km (120mi) long chain of islands in The Bahamas. From luxury private resorts to the famous swimming pigs, there’s plenty to see and do. Here is a rundown of the best islands to visit by sailboat.
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The anchor of the Exumas archipelago is Great Exuma, the largest island in the chain. This is where you will find most of the large hotels and the main city George Town. There is a decent selection of casual Bahamian restaurants, such as Eddie’s Edgewater and Peace & Plenty, frequented by locals and passing celebrities alike. Head to Three Sisters, a popular rocky beach often pummelled by large waves, it’s a great spot for budding photographers.
A small bridge connects Great and Little Exuma. Smaller and quieter than Great Exuma, Little Exuma is home to the Tropic of Cancer beach. This is a great place to spend the day – a long sweeping beach fringed by the signature Bahamian waters. It’s easy to see why scenes from two Pirates of the Caribbean movies were filmed here. Pack snacks and drinks (there are no facilities at the beach) or visit nearby Santana’s or Tropic Breeze Beach Bar & Grill to grab a quick lunch.
Shroud Cay is the northernmost cay in the Exuma Land and Sea Park, a protected nature reserve. This archipelago of cays and rocks surround a shallow tidal salt marsh that creates a nursery for conch, lobster, sea turtles, birds, and a myriad of fish. You’ll also find the Washing Machine here, a natural river that puts you in a spin cycle and sends you from one side of the beach to the other. Jump in and enjoy the zipping currents.
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