The Exumas

Great Exuma & Little Exuma are just two of the 365 islands and cays in the chain of Exuma Cays located in the Bahamas. Known for the stunning turquoise waters, the Exumas offer visitors so many things to do. Here are a few of our favorites.

We have only listed here places we have visited or services we have used with a positive experience. This is by no means a comprehensive list!

Please note: The charm of the Exumas lies in their remote and rural nature. Do not expect five-star service, island time means island time. Things that you might find in every store in the US, Canada and Europe, may not be readily available here. Be ready to pivot, go with the flow, and relax.

Remember that you are on an island, be patient, be kind, and be breezy!

Places to Eat & Drink

  • Tim's on the Bay

    Bar/Restaurant
    Exuma Beach - A short walk away
    242-801-8467

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  • Coconut Club

    Bar & Food & Float
    Stocking Island - Access by boat only
    242-524-2626

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  • Chat 'n' Chill

    Bar & Food & Pet Stingrays
    Stocking Island - Access by boat only
    305-504-5100

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  • Splash Beach Bar

    Great Pizza & More
    @ Hideaways Resort
    242-336-3587

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  • Palapa @ Grand Isle Resort

    Al Fresco Dining
    @ Grand Isle Resort
    844-368-2738

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  • Santana's

    Beach Bar
    Little Exuma
    242-345-4102

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  • Blu on the Water

    Upscale dining with amazing views
    Reservations required
    242-524-6024

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  • Coconut Plum Bistro

    Breakfast, lunch & dinner
    Just a short drive north
    242-524-8116

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  • 23° North

    Fine dining at Grand Isle
    Limited menu
    (305) 351-0588

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Adventures to Seek

  • Robert's Island Adventures

    Boat Tours: Full & Half Days
    Barraterre, Exuma

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  • HydroWaterSports242

    Pontoon Bike Tours
    Moriah Cay, Man o’War Way, Lazy River

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  • T.T. Water Sports

    Glass-bottom kayaks & paddle board tours
    The Ferry, Exuma

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  • Sugar Adventure Company

    Boat Tours & Shore Lunch
    Barraterre, Exuma

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  • Issa Wybe

    Moriah Harbor Tours & Create Your Own Adventuring

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Beaches Please

  • CocoPlum Beach

    Our Personal Fave
    Online reviews are mixed, nothing here but beach. At low tide you can walk out for hundreds of yards. Best for folks who like to float and be still. Best to visit at low tide. Road is tough to get through if it rained recently.

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  • Man'O War Cay Sand Bar

    Is this a beach? Technically no, but it is worth the visit. Find a boat and get your butt to this sand bar! Again, this is a low tide adventure. Less lingering, but an amazing site, a great place for a walk in the shallow water surrounded by ocean.

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  • Topic of Cancer Beach

    A must-see for many visitors, this is one of the many beautiful beaches. Not hidden, but not easy to find, and not easy to get to. Make sure your rental car tires are up for the challenge. This beach can get a bit “crowded” in the busy season.

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  • Jolly Hall Beach

    This white sand beach offers shade and is somewhat protected from the wind, so it can offer a reprieve from waves on windy days. Parking is just along the street. Rumor has it there is a new beach bar with kayaks for rent, and it’s around the corner from Hideaways.

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  • Pretty Molly Bay

    Pretty Molly Beach is just a little north of Forbes Beach, which is also a gem on Little Exuma. Pretty Molly is one of our top spots because it is protected, is awesome for snorkeling, and doesn’t require 4-wheel drive. Bring your water shoes if you want to explore the rocky areas.

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Shops to Visit

  • Prime Island Meats

    Deli & Grocery Store
    The closest stop from the house. Great selection of fresh meat from the butcher. Some produce and refrigerated items. Pantry and household items as well.

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  • Smitty's

    Groceries & Convenience Store
    Just a half mile down the road from Prime Island. Smitty’s also has a drug store and more household needs than you might find elsewhere.

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  • Exuma Markets

    Groceries
    The largest and most reliable grocery store on the island. This is a full-size store with all your typical grocery fare, even a freezer section with ice cream!

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  • Straw Market

    All local, mostly handmade gifts. T-shirts, bags, baskets, jewelry, carvings, toys, and more. Each stall is owned and operated by a different vendor. All purchases must be made in cash.

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  • Sandpiper Boutique

    We always stop to visit Sandpiper Boutique. They have resort wear, charming books and children’s gifts, stickers, swimsuits, jewelry, pottery, and a large selection of UPF shirts.

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