Hear about travel to the Exumas in the Bahamas as the Amateur Traveler talks to Tessie from TravelingTessie.com about these sundrenched islands she has fallen in love with.
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Why should someone go to the Exumas?
Tessie says, "It's a perfect destination if obviously, you enjoy the beach. But the beaches, they're very unique because they're really unspoiled. And there's not a lot of crowds. So if someone's interested in that, it's a really great destination for that, but it's also great for people with kids, for bachelorette couples, and friend groups that are looking for a place to get away from it all. I feel like, Exumas is truly a hidden gem."
Day 1: Arrival in Georgetown
- Fly into Georgetown, Exumas.
- Check into Paradise Bay Hotel
- Relax on the beach, explore the hotel's surroundings, and get familiar with the area.
Day 2: Full-Day Boat Tour
- Book a full-day boat tour departing from Georgetown.
- Visit Thunderball Grotto for snorkeling (film location of a James Bond movie).
- Optional: Swim with nurse sharks at Compass Cay Marina.
- Visit Pig Island for a unique experience of swimming with pigs.
- Lunch is included in the tour.
- Explore beautiful sandbars, some of which were featured in Pirates of the Caribbean.
Day 3: Explore Georgetown and Stocking Island
- Explore Georgetown, visit the straw market, and shop for local souvenirs.
- Take a ferry to Stocking Island.
- Spend the day at Chat 'n' Chill beach bar, known for its fresh conch salad and stingrays.
Day 4: Little Exuma Beach Day
- Rent a car and drive to Little Exuma.
- Explore Pretty Molly Beach, Forbes Hill Beach, and Tropic of Cancer Beach.
- Visit Exuma Point Beach at low tide.
- Take an eco-tour at Mariah Harbor K National Park to learn about and witness marine life.
Day 5: ATV Tour and Sea Turtle Encounter
- Morning ATV tour exploring the northwestern part of Great Exuma.
- Stops at Cocoa Plum Beach, Exuma Point, and the historical site of Pompeii.
- Lunch.
- Afternoon visit to Hooper's Bay Beach for swimming and snorkeling with wild sea turtles.
Day 6: Boat Rental and Exploration in Elizabeth Harbor
- Rent a boat from Georgetown and explore Elizabeth Harbor.
- Discover an underwater cave, visit Starfish Beach, and snorkel at a coral reef.
- Explore Sand Dollar Beach.
- Return to Georgetown.
Day 7: Return to Exuma Point Beach
- Visit Exuma Point Beach again, especially if you missed it at low tide.
- Relax and unwind before departing.
- Depart for home.
If you are looking for remote beaches and a unique experience with swimming pigs then the Exumas are worth your consideration.