The Best Beaches in the Exumas
The Exumas are a beautiful area of the Bahamas known for its many cays, uninhabited islands, and exclusive island resorts. Everywhere you look, you will find long beaches, hidden coastlines and little surprises of sand against the crystal clear waters. These are some of the best beaches in the Exumas.
february point: Located in Elizabeth Harbour, this area is part of a luxury tourist area.
Hotel Higgins Landing: An eco-resort with powdery white sand on Stocking Island offers snorkeling, kayaking and other water sports.
Pelican Beach (or Tropic of Cancer Beach): This perfect locale is just outside of Williams Town on Little Exuma.
Three sisters beach: Named for the trio of rocks, this white-sand destination is located on Mt. Thompson, north of George Town.
Grand Isle Resort and Spa: A popular tourist area with good life and many water sports. The Underwater Water Park is an ecological adventure that offers a snorkeling experience for young and old.
Jolly Hall Beach: A stunning crescent beach, this stretch of coastline is located near the Palm Bay Beach Resort.
Coco Plum Beach: Located near the Grand Isle Resort, this palm-fringed, white-sand beach has the best food and is the best place to look for seashells.
Hamburger Beach (or Volleyball Beach): Located on Lee Stocking Island, the name of this beach is obvious. Join a game of volleyball or head to Dora’s stand for escargot and burgers.
Shroud Cay: This white sand beach has to be one of the most stunning of the Exumas beaches. The blue of the water against the pure white sand in front of the lush mangroves and vegetation makes for beautiful photographs.
Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park: An ecological reserve and wildlife refuge that offers a peaceful escape and is even home to the endangered Bahamian iguanas.
Cayo Staniel: Ho Tai Beach and Pirate’s Beach are secluded beaches with excellent diving opportunities.
Saddle Cay: This horseshoe-shaped cay can only be reached by boat and offers plenty of calm and tranquil nature to explore and beachcomb.
storage islandBeach: Popular with scuba divers and boaters alike, Stocking Island’s beaches have powdery white sand and the waters are ideal for snorkelers and snorkelers. Underwater caves, blue holes, and colorful coral gardens accent the island’s waters.
If you’re heading to the Exumas on your next yacht charter, be sure to check out some of the beautiful beaches and crystal clear waters in the area.