Exuma Cays, Bahamas
Caves or Grottos
Some islands have caves that can be entered from the water, either by small boat or swimming, and contain skylights in the ceiling that illuminate the interior. The most famous of these is Thunderball Grotto near Staniel Cay. Others can be found in the Rocky Dundas at the southern edge of the Exumas Land and Sea Park.
School of grunt under elkhorn coral
Native Settlements
Native Settlements have a real out island or family island feel. Staniel Cay makes a good base for exploration. It has a small airstrip and several small docks, places to stay and usually at least one open restaurant. Not as quaint and charming as it used to be, it’s quickly becoming too popular; see it before it’s too late. Black Point, farther south, is another native settlement with less development (and less charm).
Sunset in the Exuma Cays
Exumas Land and Sea Park
The Exumas Land and Sea Park is at the heart of the Exuma Cays, and contains some of the best islands, beaches, coral, and turquoise water the Bahamas has to offer. Unfortunately, some of the islands have been privatized in recent years. Best visited in a sailboat or yacht, but can be accessed by day trips from Staniel Cay or other islands with facilities.
Coral reef and torquise water
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