Exuma Islands
The bright white sand of the deserted beaches is a striking contrast to the aquamarine and jade hues of the water. Imagine your Exuma home nestled in such pristine beauty!
Accommodations
Club Peace and Plenty
HotelExuma
With 32 rooms and 3 suites, Club Peace & Plenty is named for the English trading ship upon which Lord Denys Rolle arrived in 1783. Rooms are air-conditioned with private balconies overlooking the harbour. Watersports and charters are nearby. The hotel's Gourmet restaurant offers local cuisine including boiled fish and grits for breakfast and Conch burgers for lunch. The dinner menu ranges from steak to seafood including Grouper, a local favorite. The club offers two bars. Our "Pool Deck" bar is tended by Lerman "Doc" Rolle. Inside is the "Slave Kitchen" bar tended by Glen Munroe and is air-conditioned. A local band plays on Saturday evening in winter season. There are cocktail parties on Monday and Friday for guests, and free, twice- daily ferry service to Stocking Island.
Four Seasons Resort Great Exuma at Emerald Bay
ResortExuma
Fax (242) 336 6801
Sales Office:
Tel (212) 688 2268
Fax (212) 688 2269
reservations.exu@fourseasons.com
A new and undiscovered year-round destination awaits discerning travelers at Four Seasons Resort Great Exuma at Emerald Bay. The intimate 183-room resort is surrounded by tranquil turquoise waters and a mile-long bay with a powdery white sand beach.
Outstanding features of the resort include the Greg Norman designed 18-hole, par-72 golf course, a full-service spa and fitness center, as well a tennis facility with six courts. The resort offers two swimming pools, along with a selection of non-motorized water sports by the beach. Two restaurants with dramatic views over Emerald Bay include the main dining room and poolside grill featuring regional cuisine of local seafood.
The resort also provides a full-range of children's indoor and outdoor activities organized by full-time, professional staff in the complimentary "Kids For All Seasons" program.
Palm Bay Beach Club & Spa
ResortExuma
Adjacent to the sparkling Emerald waters and pristine white sands of Elizabeth Harbour, Palm Bay Beach club provides a tranquil haven for those with the yearning for sunshine, unspoiled natural beauty, and the casual off the beaten track ambience of the Bahamas Out Islands. Whether you are seeking a relaxing stroll on a secluded beach, an exhilarating dive on a coral reef, or the excitement of world class fishing, Palm Bay promises to deliver the vacation of a lifetime. Palm Bay offers unpretentious, tastefully appointed quaint Bahamian Cottage getaways, with all the amenities you would expect to find in a modern resort. 17 Beautifully appointed Cottages -- Studio, 1 Bedroom and 2 Bedroom. All with kitchenettes, private decks, air conditioning, cable TV, telephone with internet connection. Heated swimming pool, beach bar and grill. Weekly rates available
Local Directory
Beach Inn
RestaurantExuma
Dine on mouth-watering Bahamian or American dishes. Its seascape decor compliments the beautiful Elizabeth Harbour which it overlooks.
Store Hours: Open daily from 7am - 10 pm
Comments: American Express, Mastercard & Visa are accepted.
Castaways Restaurant
RestaurantExuma
Located just 3.4 miles south of the Exuma International Airport. Serving delicious Bahamian breakfast, lunch & dinner daily.
Store Hours: Open 7am - 11 pm
Comments: Visa & Mastercard accepted.
Coco Plum Beach Bar & Grill
RestaurantExuma
Enjoy fine Bahamian and Italian cuisine while overlooking the pristine aquamarine waters of the Atlantic.
Store Hours: Open daily from 11am - 7 pm, lunch and dinner.
Tropic Of Cancer Beach/Pelican Beach
Beaches and ParksExuma
This graceful crescent of pale sand borders the phenomenally blue-green water along the coast of Little Exuma. The longest beach on the island, it is also one of the prettiest in the Exuma chain and you will probably have it all to yourself. The imaginary line that defines the northern extent of the tropics runs right along this beach.
Three Sisters Beach
Beaches and ParksExuma
An expanse of white sand beach. Breathtakingly beautiful blue and/or green waters. Can you identify the color?
Jolly Hall Beach
Beaches and ParksExuma
A few minutes walk from Palm Bay Beach Resort. Just look for the Beach Access sign.
Coco Plum Beach
Beaches and ParksExuma
Miles of white sand beach, great for shelling and collecting Sand Dollars at ebb tide on the sand banks.
Hamburger Beach/Volley Ball Beach
Beaches and ParksExuma
Named by boaters who frequent this beach during the Cruising Season, you can enjoy delicious hamburgers and other tasty sandwiches or play a friendly game of volley ball. Located on Stocking Island, a ten-minute ferry ride from the dock at George Town.
North Beaches on Staniel Cay
Beaches and ParksExuma
Two secluded beaches, with dunes and sea oats; incredible colors and reefs just off-shore.
Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park
Beaches and ParksExuma
The Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park was created in 1958, this 176 square mile park was the first of its kind in the world and is famous for its pristine beauty, outstanding anchorages and breathtaking marine environment. It is the first marine fishery reserve in the Carribbean. Accessible by boat only.
St. Andrew's Anglican Church
ChurchesExuma
This beautiful old church is painted white and trimmed with bright blue doors and shutters. It was built in 1802 and has a picturesque view that overlooks both Lake Victoria and Elizabeth Harbour. St. Andrew's serves as mother church to four churches scattered around the island.
Ebenezer Union Baptist Church
ChurchesExuma
Sunday School is at 9:45 am; Morning worship starts at 11:00 am
St. Theresa's Catholic Church
ChurchesExuma
Compass Cay Marina
Marinas & HarboursExuma
Slips: 11
Depth Dockside: 8'
Exuma Docking Service Ltd
Marinas & Harbours Exuma
Fax (242) 336 2023
52 slips. Over 30 slips up to 140'. Draft at low tide 6.5', high tide at 10'. Water. Electricity (110/220 volts). Gasoline, diesel, fuel. Oil. Laundry. Showers. Ice. Restaurant & Liquor Store. VHF 16. Dockage rates: $0.60/ft daily. Hours Monday through Saturday 7am to 6pm. Sunday 6am to 12pm
Highbourne Cay Marina
Marinas & Harbours Exuma
Fax (242) 355 1003
Slips: 24. Depth Dockside: 8'
The Marina at Emerald Bay
Marinas & Harbours Exuma
Fax (242) 336 6101
Sales Office (Slip Sales & Membership)
Tel (954) 563 1022
Info@themarinaatemeraldbay.com
The calm ocean waterways of The Bahamas attract boaters from around the world. Recognizing the demand for a secure, full-service marina large enough to handle pleasure craft of every size, the spectacular Emerald Bay Marina was born. Every conceivable service and amenity is available at this 45-acre deepwater facility, equipped to accommodate vessels up to 200 feet.
Located just 10 miles from Exuma International Airport.
American Eagle (AE)
Scheduled Air ServiceExuma
Toll Free (800) 433 7300
Exuma International Airport
Tel (242) 345 0124
tracie.hoo@aa.com
From Miami To Georgetown - 2 flights daily
Bahamasair
Scheduled Air ServiceExuma
Tel (242) 377 8451
Bahamasair, the national flag carrier of The Islands of The Bahamas, provides daily direct service from Nassau to the islands. There are also regular flights from Florida to some islands.
From Nassau To Georgetown, Exuma - 2 flights daily
Bimini Island Air
Scheduled Air ServiceExuma
Tel (954) 938 8991
Fax (954) 938 9524
Cell (305) 992 4974
sales@flybia.com
Bimini Island Air, Inc. was founded in January 1993 and has been flying to the Out Islands of The Bahamas ever since. We have daily scheduled flights to the following islands: Bimini, Andros, Chub Cay, Grand Bahama, North Eleuthera, and Exuma. To provide hassle free travel accommodations we offer a wide selection of Lear, Falcon, Gulfstream and Astra corporate jets. In addition, to our fleet of turbo prop aircraft which include a Metroliner, Cessna Caravan, Cessna 402B Executive Businessliner, Merlin and Saab 340. This diverse fleet can accommodate 6 to 30 passengers, providing individuals as well as large corporations the fastest and most cost effective method for conducting business. Helpful flight coordinators are ready to plan your travel specifications on the ground and in the air.
Gulfstream International Airlines
Scheduled Air Service (Continental Connection)Exuma
Tel (242) 377 4314
From Ft. Lauderdale To Georgetown, Exuma - 1 flight daily
Lynx Air International
Scheduled Air ServiceExuma
In operation since 1989, their equipmant is 19-passenger, twin engine turbo props, Metro 3's.
Southern Air
Scheduled Air ServiceExuma
Abaco Air
Chartered Air ServiceExuma
Providing charter service to all destinations in The Bahamas, Florida and The Turks & Caicos Islands. Also available are scheduled flights into Nassau, North Eleuthera and Moore's Island from Marsh Harbour.
Airstream Ltd
Chartered Air ServiceExuma
Fax (242) 324 6666
Bimini Island Air Charter
Chartered Air ServiceExuma
Bimini Island Air, Inc. was founded in January 1993 and has been flying to the Out Islands of The Bahamas ever since. In addition to our scheduled flights, we provide charter service to the following islands: Bimini, Abaco, Andros, Berry Islands, Cat Island, Eleuthera, Exuma, Inagua, Long Island, Mayaguana and San Salvador.
Caribbean Aviation
Chartered Air ServiceExuma
Fax (242) 377 3734
Cherokee Air
Chartered Air ServiceExuma
Servicing the Islands of The Bahamas and Southeastern Florida with charters since 1987. Also providing scheduled flights into North Eleuthera and South Florida.
Four Way Charter
Chartered Air ServiceExuma
Fax (242) 377 3143
Leair Charter Ltd
Chartered Air ServiceExuma
Fax (242) 377 2357
Sky Unlimited Ltd
Chartered Air ServiceExuma
Fax (242) 377 3107
TAKE FLIGHT Air Charters Ltd
Chartered Air ServiceExuma
Take Flight Air Charters, based at Million Air in Nassau, The Bahamas, stands ready to serve you. We offer a 5-passenger Piper Aztec to take you on your travels throughout The Bahamas, Turks & Caicos and Cuba, whether for business or pleasure flown by our professional, fully certified pilots. For more information, please refer to our website.
M/V Sealink
Ferry ServiceExuma
The M/V Sealink provides modern, reliable, round-trip service from Nassau to Exuma, Andros and Eleuthera. Please visit their website for schedule and fare information.
Grand Master
Mailboat ServiceExuma
Service to: George Town, Exuma from Potters Cay Dock
Departs Nassau: Tuesday
Time of Departure: 2 p.m
Day/Time of Return: N/A
Frequency: Once a week
Sailing Time: 12 hours
Fare: $30
Activities
Exuma Scuba Adventures
DivingExuma
Located at just four minutes away from George Town, it offers daily scuba diving and snorkeling at some of the most beautiful and pristine locations. Scuba diving lessons and Certification are also available. Choose from 40 feet dives, blue hole diving, safari and nature trips and many more exciting adventures. Blue holes are a natural beauty found within The Bahamas, and The Exumas are no exception. Within the National Sea Park you will discover blue holes, such as Angelfish Blue Hole and Crab Cay Crevasse, that are filled with more fish than most blue holes.
Adrian "Bulley" Rolle
Fishing (Bonefishing)Exuma
Alston "Rambo" Rolle
Fishing (Fly-fishing)Exuma
Cell (242) 554 2433
Certified Fly-fishing Guide. Peace & Plenty Bonefish Lodge
Shadow Pleasure Tours
FishingExuma
Shadow Pleasure Tours offers Deep sea and Line fishing, snorkeling and sightseeing.
Four Seasons Golf Course
Sports & Recreation (Golfing)Exuma
Fax (242) 336-6801
U.S. Marketing Office:
Tel (212) 688 2268
Fax (212) 688 2269
vo.tomulich@fourseasons.com
This 18-hole championship golf course, designed by golf Legend Greg Norman, is set to become one of the world's greatest ocean-side clubs. Six signature holes hug the perimeter of Emerald Bay's scenic peninsula.
Starfish-Exuma Activity Center
Sports & Recreation (Kayaking)Exuma
We specialize in sea kayaking, cycling, eco-tours, snorkeling and small sailboat rentals.
Lloyd Sisters' Creations
Arts & CraftsExuma
Sisters, Fadora, Mildred, and Isadora, are native Exumian artisans operating under the name "Lloyd Sisters' Creations." As young children they had the opportunity to work with a grandmother who was a dressmaker and a mother who taught them how to weave the palm locally known as 'silver tops' into plait and simple straw bags. The Red Cross also brought knitting classes to their village and from these classes they learned the art of knitting. From this early exposure to crafting, the sisters have honed their skills and now create a variety of authentically Bahamian products from natural resources such as sand, silver top palm, sisal and conch shells. The most beautiful jewelry is made from sand -- beaded bracelets, earrings and necklaces. Straw craft includes handbags, baske
Sterling Cooper
Arts & CraftsExuma
Cell (242) 357 0331
Exquisite and intricate work carved into conch shells, coconuts and other souvenir items.
Princess & Yvonne McKenzie
Arts & Crafts (Straw Crafts)Exuma
Tel (242) 336 2140 | (242) 357 0399
These two sisters specialize in straw craft, including a variety of beautiful baskets, table mats, floor mats, trinkets and so much more. Located Stuart Manor. Visit the Straw Market in George Town to purchase items on sale.
Eddie's Edgewater
Nightlife (Bar & Lounge)Exuma
Eddie's overlooks Lake Victoria, in the heart of George Town. It was opened during World War II by the late Edward Minnis and catered to U.S. sailors based on the island. It is famous for its Rake 'n Scrape music on Mondays from 8 pm until... Bahamian Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner served daily.
Two Turtles Inn
Nightlife (Bar & Lounge)Exuma
An open bar overlooking the gorgeous aquamarine waters of Exuma, featuring Bahamian, American, French and Italian dishes.
There is also Karaoke every Tuesday from 8pm - 12am and on Fridays, BBQ from 6pm - 9pm; live entertainment and dancing from 9pm - 1am. Mastercard and Visa accepted.
Store Hours: Open daily 11:30am - 10pm
Community Links
Police
EmergencyExuma
Clinics
Hospital (Clinic)Exuma
Forbes Hill (242) 345 4144
George Town (242) 336 2088 | Fax 242-336-2089
Lydia King Rolle (242) 358 0053 | Fax (242) 358 0052
Post Office Department
Post OfficeExuma
Scotiabank Bahamas Limited (SBL)
BankingExuma
George Town, Exuma
The Bahamas
Open Monday - Thursday: 9:30am - 3:00pm Friday: 9:30am - 4:30pm Tel (242) 336 2651 | 336 2652
Fax (242) 336 2654
Scotiabank Bahamas Limited (SBL)
BankingExuma
Emerald Bay, Exuma
The Bahamas
Open Monday - Thursday: 9:30am - 3:00pm Friday: 9:30am - 4:30pm Tel (242) 336 4651
Fax (242) 336 4669
Royal Bank of Canada (RBC)
BankingExuma
The Bahamas
Open Monday - Thursday: 9:30am - 3:00pm Friday: 9:30am - 3:00pm Tel (242) 336 3251 | 336 3252
Fax (242) 336 3255
Bank of The Bahamas (BOB)
BankingExuma
The Bahamas
Open Monday - Thursday: 9:30am - 3:00pm Friday: 9:30am - 4:00pm Tel (242) 336 3000
Fax (242) 336 3001
(Information courtesy of www.Bahamas.com. Please visit this web site for more complete information about the Islands of The Bahamas)
