Harbour Island is the chic, boutique, luxury side of the Bahamas.
It’s famous for:
- Pink Sand Beach (soft blush color)
- Golf carts instead of cars
- Small pastel houses
- Dunmore Town’s colonial charm
- High-end boutique hotels
If you want romantic, quiet, upscale relaxation, Harbour Island is one of the best places in the Caribbean.
How to Get to Harbour Island
Option 1: Fly to North Eleuthera (ELH) → Water Taxi
- Fly into ELH
- 5–7 min taxi to the dock
- 5–10 min water taxi to Harbour Island
Easiest + most common.
Option 2: Day Trip From Nassau
- High-speed ferry
- Small-plane excursion
- Speedboat tours
Option 3: From Eleuthera
- Water taxis run all day
- Perfect add-on after visiting Eleuthera
Getting Around Harbour Island
Harbour Island is car-free for tourists.
Getting around is by:
- Golf cart (main method)
- Walking
- Small local taxis
Golf carts are rented by:
- hour
- day
- week
Book carts early in high season.
Where to Stay (Boutique Island)
| Area | Vibe | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Pink Sand Beach Side | Luxury oceanfront hotels | Couples, honeymoons |
| Dunmore Town | Colonial charm + village life | Walkers, cafes |
| Harbour Island North/South | Quiet villas | Families, privacy |
Budget Tiers
- $$ Small inns + cottage rentals
- $$$ Boutique beachfront properties
- $$$$ Ultra-luxury hotels (high-end market)
Harbour Island is one of the pricier Caribbean islands — expect high nightly rates.
Top Things to Do on Harbour Island
1) Pink Sand Beach
- 3 miles of soft blush-colored sand
- Calm clear water
- Best in morning light
Most famous attraction on the island.
2) Dunmore Town
Explore:
- colonial pastel houses
- cafés
- bakeries
- boutique shops
- photogenic corners
3) Snorkeling & Beach Days
Harbour Island has excellent water visibility.
Nearby spots:
- Whale Point
- Man Island area (boat trip)
- Sandbars off Eleuthera
4) Lone Tree Photo Spot
Iconic driftwood tree in the water.
Great for photos at low tide.
5) Private Boat Trips
Visit:
- sandbars
- coral heads
- small offshore islands
6) Horseback Riding on Pink Sand Beach
Very popular for couples.
Soft sand + stunning photos.
Beaches (Ranked)
| Beach | Why Go | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Pink Sand Beach | Most iconic beach | Pink hue best at sunrise |
| Whale Point Beach | Quiet + great water | Combine with boat ride |
| Harbour Island Sandbars | Unreal water | Access by boat |
Food & Drinks
Try:
- Conch salad
- Rock lobster
- Island BBQ
- Bahamian baked mac
- Rum punch
Dunmore Town has excellent restaurants — thoughtful cuisine, seafood-forward.
Transportation Notes
- Golf carts = the main transport
- Roads are safe and relaxed
- Water taxis run constantly
- No long distances — easy island to explore
3–7 Day Itineraries
3 Days
Day 1: Pink Sand Beach
Day 2: Dunmore Town + golf cart explore
Day 3: Boat trip + Lone Tree
5 Days
Day 1: Pink Sand Beach
Day 2: Dunmore Town
Day 3: Sandbar boat trip
Day 4: Whale Point area
Day 5: Relax + sunset spots
7 Days
Add:
- Extra Pink Sand Beach mornings
- Boat tour to Eleuthera coves
- Cafe hopping
- Drone photography mornings
Safety & Practical Tips
- Very safe
- Pink sand is natural, not artificial
- Reef-safe sunscreen required
- Book golf carts in advance
- Book beachfront hotels early in peak season
Internal Links
- Eleuthera Travel Guide
- Exuma Travel Guide
- Nassau Travel Guide
- Turks & Caicos
- Anguilla & Antigua
- Reef-Safe Sunscreen Guide
Spanish Summary — Resumen en Español
Harbour Island es famoso por la Playa de Arena Rosada, sus hoteles boutique y sus carritos de golf.
Es un destino tranquilo, elegante y perfecto para parejas.
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