Explore the stunning Exuma Cays in the Bahamas, a chain of islands famed for its crystal-clear waters, white-sand beaches, and unique wildlife encounters. From swimming with the iconic pigs at Pig Beach to snorkeling in Thunderball Grotto and relaxing on Tropic of Cancer Beach, this destination offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and unforgettable adventures.
Pig Beach
This is the famous Pig Beach on Big Major Cay, home to swimming pigs that often greet visitors.
Big Major Cay
Big Major Cay is an uninhabited island famous for its population of swimming pigs.
Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park
A protected marine reserve in Exuma offering excellent snorkeling and diving with vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life.
Tropic of Cancer Beach
Located on Little Exuma, this is the longest and most scenic beach in the Exumas, known for its soft white sand and clear turquoise waters.
Little Exuma
Little Exuma is an island known for its long, scenic beaches like Tropic of Cancer Beach.
Thunderball Grotto
A famous underwater cave and top snorkeling/diving site, known for its appearance in James Bond films and dramatic light effects.
Sandbars of Pipe Creek
A unique natural landscape in Exuma where shifting sandbars emerge from shallow, crystal-clear waters.
Allan’s Cay
Home to the friendly and endangered Bahamian Rock Iguanas that roam freely on the beach.
Compass Cay
A popular spot in Exuma where visitors can swim with friendly nurse sharks in shallow waters.
Stocking Island
A small island near Great Exuma offering hidden coves, blue holes, excellent snorkeling, and the famous Chat 'n' Chill beach bar.
Chat 'N' Chill
A lively beach bar on Stocking Island renowned for its fresh conch salad, Sunday pig roasts, and relaxed atmosphere.
Warwick Wells Cay
The headquarters of the Exuma Land and Sea Park, offering diverse landscapes, marine life, and historical elements like pirate caves and plantation ruins.
The Aquarium
Located near O'Brien Cay within the Exuma Land and Sea Park, this spot is perfect for snorkeling with dense schools of colorful fish and vibrant coral.
O'Brien Cay
O'Brien Cay is an island in the Exuma Land and Sea Park known for its snorkeling spots like The Aquarium.
Hall's Pond Cay
A private island with excellent diving and snorkeling spots, known for its coral reefs, rolling hills, and untouched white sand beaches.
Rocky Dundas
A location within the Exuma Land and Sea Park featuring two large caves accessible at low tide, filled with stalactites and stalagmites.
Bitter Guana Cay
Home to the endangered Northern Bahamian Rock Iguanas, this island also offers beautiful beaches and shallow pools with marine life.
Nicholas Cage's Leaf Cay
A private island owned by Nicholas Cage, visible from Bitter Guana Cay.
Little Farmers Cay
A small island with about 60 residents, offering abundant wildlife like sea turtles, dolphins, and sharks, with nearby coral reefs for diving and snorkeling.
Staniel Cay
A quiet island centered around the Staniel Cay Yacht Club, offering dining, lodging, and a marina, serving as a base for exploring nearby cays.
Jacqu Cau's Mystery Cave
A snorkeling spot on Stocking Island, named after Jacques Cousteau, accessible by a short boat ride.
Mariah Harbor Key National Park
A national park on Stocking Island featuring scenic landscapes, diverse marine life, and unique stromatolites.
Sandpiper Boutique
A boutique shop offering locally made gifts that showcase Bahamian culture, including textiles, art, pottery, and handmade jewelry.
Georgetown
The capital of Exuma, offering shopping, authentic Bahamian food, historic sites, and popular activities like paddleboarding and kayaking.
Sandals Emerald Bay Golf Course
An 18-hole championship golf course designed by Greg Norman, featuring seaside dunes and challenging holes along the coastline.
Coco Plum Beach
A quiet beach on Great Exuma's northeastern coast, known for its shallow, clear waters, soft white sand, and a fun offshore water swing set.
Staniel Cay Yacht Club
The central hub on Staniel Cay, offering dining, lodging, and a full-service marina with a laid-back bar and bungalows.
Compass Key Marina
A marina at Compass Cay where visitors can interact closely with friendly nurse sharks and enjoy activities like snorkeling and fishing.
Pablo Escobar sunken plane
The remains of a drug-smuggling plane linked to Pablo Escobar's cartel, resting in shallow waters near Norman's Cay, accessible for snorkeling and diving.
Norman's Cay
Norman's Cay was a notorious drug smuggling hub in the 1970s and 80s, now known for the sunken plane wreck.