🌅 What to do in the Exumas on extra days
Customized ideas for every type of traveler
The Exumas are a dream archipelago: 365 islands among the most spectacular in the Caribbean, where nature has remained almost untouched. With one or more extra days available, you can discover the lesser-known and more authentic side of these islands, among deserted beaches, surreal landscapes, local traditions, and Caribbean flavors. A perfect escape from mass tourism.
🧗♂️ For sports enthusiasts and outdoor lovers
The Exumas offer a perfect environment for those who want to move in nature, between land and water, without giving up beauty.
Snorkeling from the shore at Hooper’s Bay or Tropic of Cancer Beach (Great Exuma)
Shallow waters, live corals, and sea turtles: just a mask is enough to discover a unique ecosystem, without having to take a boat.
Scenic walks at Little Exuma or Rolle Town
Coastal paths and rural stretches ideal for morning walks, among ocean views, tropical vegetation, and rejuvenating silences.
Kayaking in the lagoons of Moriah Harbour Cay (land access from Barreterre)
A protected paradise: mangroves, seabirds, and clear water in a perfectly unspoiled environment.
🌸 For those seeking tranquility and relaxation
Even during the tourist season, the Exumas remain an ideal refuge for those seeking peace, nature, and zero confusion.
Morning on a solitary beach (Forbes Hill Beach or Coco Plum Beach)
Impalpable sand, still sea, palms, and nothing else. Bring a book, a mat, and forget the time.
Sunset at Georgetown or Williams Town
Breathtaking colors over the calm sea, perfect to admire with a Bahamian beer in hand and feet in the sand.
Relax in the shallow waters of Minns Beach or Turtle Beach
Perfect for those who simply want to float in crystal-clear waters and enjoy the silence.
🖼️ For art, history, and culture enthusiasts
The Exumas hold stories related to piracy, the Atlantic trade, and Afro-Caribbean culture, still alive in music, cuisine, and local traditions.
Visit Rolle Town Tombs (Great Exuma)
A small historical site that tells the story of families freed from slavery and settled here in the 18th century.
Walk in Georgetown among historic churches and local shops
The capital of the archipelago has a simple charm, among colonial architectures, markets, and authentic corners.
Discover local art and crafts
Small ateliers and shops sell wood sculptures, engraved shells, batik fabrics, and paintings inspired by the colors of the Bahamas.
🍷 For those who love food and authentic experiences
The Exumas still offer true flavors, thanks to a cuisine made of local ingredients, fresh catch, and handed-down recipes.
Typical dinner in a local restaurant (Little Exuma or George Town)
Try the cracked conch, grilled fish, peas with rice, and coconut desserts. Some places are real local “secrets.”
Taste local products in markets and small shops
Artisanal rum, guava jams, coconut cookies, and tropical fruits. Also great as gastronomic souvenirs.
Participate in a local event or festival (if you happen to be there at the right time)
Outdoor dinners, rake n’ scrape music, traditional cuisine: the perfect opportunity to get into the heart of Bahamian culture.
