How to Get to Exuma
Option 1: Fly Direct to Exuma (GGT)
Airport: George Town (GGT)
Direct flights from:
- Miami
- Fort Lauderdale
- Charlotte
- Atlanta
- Toronto (seasonal)
Option 2: Day Trip From Nassau
Many visitors stay in Nassau and take:
- speedboat day trips
- small-plane day trips
Great for short vacations.
Where to Stay (Best Areas)
| Area | Vibe | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Great Exuma (George Town) | Main island, beaches, restaurants | First-timers |
| Little Exuma | Quiet, scenic | Couples |
| Private Cays / Resorts | High-end villas, private beaches | Luxury escapes |
Budget Tiers
- $ Guesthouses + Airbnb
- $$ Small beachfront hotels
- $$$ Luxury villas + resort stays
Tip: Many travelers rent villas or Airbnb because hotels are limited.
Top Things to Do in Exuma
1) Pig Beach (Big Major Cay)
The #1 attraction.
Pigs swim out to greet boats.
They’re friendly but large → follow guide rules.
2) Nurse Sharks at Compass Cay
You can:
- pet them
- swim with them
- take iconic photos
These sharks are docile but respect the staff instructions.
3) Sandbars (Pipe Creek / Saddleback Cay)
This is the Exuma turquoise water you see on postcards.
Perfect for:
- drone shots
- walking in inches of water
- floating days
4) Thunderball Grotto
The cave from the James Bond movie.
Snorkel through holes glowing with sunlight.
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- Customize the itinerary to your vibe
- Perfect for food, history, and day trips
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5) Iguanas at Allen’s Cay
Friendly rock iguanas running on the sand.
Great stop on island-hopping tours.
6) Tropic of Cancer Beach
The most beautiful beach on Great Exuma.
White powder sand + insane water color.
7) Chat ’N’ Chill (Stocking Island)
Beach bar + stingrays swimming around you.
Famous Sunday BBQ.
Island-Hopping Tours (Most Popular)
The usual full-day Exuma tour includes:
- Pig Beach
- Sharks at Compass Cay
- Sandbar
- Thunderball Grotto
- Iguanas
- Lunch stop
- Snorkeling at reef
Food & Drinks
Try:
- Conch salad
- Grouper fingers
- Bahamian baked mac
- Sky Juice
- Rum punch
Local spots around George Town and Stocking Island are great for casual lunches.
Transportation
- Rent a car is recommended (spreads-out island)
- Taxis are expensive
- Driving is on the left
- Roads are simple to navigate
Sample Itineraries
3 Days (Short Trip)
Day 1: Tropic of Cancer Beach
Day 2: Swimming Pigs + Sharks + Sandbars tour
Day 3: Chat ’N’ Chill + Stocking Island
5 Days (Balanced)
Day 1: Tropic of Cancer
Day 2: Island-Hopping Tour
Day 3: Georgetown + Stocking Island
Day 4: Little Exuma beaches
Day 5: Snorkel + sunset dinner
7 Days (Full Week)
Add:
- Drone beach days
- Extra sandbar trip
- Boat rental day
- Private cays
Safety & Practical Tips
- Very safe island
- Sunscreen required (sun is strong)
- Sandbars shift with tides
- Sharks + pigs are friendly but follow guide advice
- Drone flying is allowed in many locations → good for content
Internal Links
- Nassau Travel Guide
- Harbour Island
- Eleuthera
- Turks & Caicos
- Antigua & Barbuda
- Reef-Safe Sunscreen Guide
Spanish Summary — Resumen en Español
Exuma es famoso por sus cerdos nadadores, sus tiburones amistosos, y sus bancos de arena color turquesa.
Es un destino ideal para tours de día, playas tranquilas y agua clara.
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