Bahamas · A closer look

The Abacos

Harbour settlements and offshore cays call for a carefully matched arrival plan.

The Abacos
Roman Tokman · Attribution-Share Alike 4.0 International · Display cropped/resized. Hope Town on Elbow Cay is pictured. The accommodation contact is on a different cay.

Mainland and cays are different stays

Marsh Harbour on Great Abaco, Hope Town on Elbow Cay and Green Turtle Cay require different final journeys. Confirm every road and boat segment with your accommodation.

Go for the harbour life

Choose time in a settlement, a locally arranged outing or a day on the water rather than trying to cover the whole island chain. Ask about current services and allow flexibility for sea conditions.

Give the day room to unfold

Choose one main outing for each day and leave time for meals and the journey back. Confirm access, transport and any guided arrangements before setting out.

Visitor information & sources

Sources reviewed 28 October 2026. Opening, access, availability and services can change.

A place to put down your bags

Where to stay

Public business contacts are provided for your convenience. Ask the property about current availability, rates, access and arrangements for your party. Inclusion does not establish ATA membership.

Planning for a group? Confirm dates, room counts, meals and transport directly. Ask about ATA’s hotel reservation & information service →

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