The Wonders of the Exumas
Experience Exuma, Bahamas, home of the world-famous swimming pigs.
Things to Do:
(All guests receive an extensive Guest Info Sheet chock full of all the info below and necessary to have the best trip ever: boat/car rental info, excursion info, island and villa tips and more)
Rent your own boat
swim with the turtles at Hoopers Bay
find starfish at Starfish Beach and have a drink at Da Sand Bar
snorkel at all the marked snorkeling bouys
Lunch and drinks at Chat’n Chill
Lunch at drinks at the Snappy Turle
hike the trails on Stocking Island to the ocean side. Many entry points
Sand Dollar beach exploring
Man-O-War Cay sandbar exploring
Moriah Harbour Cay National Park exploring on kayaks or hydro bikes
Hire an excursion to:
see the swimming pigs in Staniel Cay
swim with the nurse sharks
snorkel in Thunderball Grotto
sandbar hop
Explore Elizabeth Harbour (same as when you rent your own boat above)
Hire a fishing guide for bonefishing, deep see, lobster spearing, etc.
Drive to the many beaches in Exuma
Visit the shops and restaurants, museums and art center
Enjoy the two pools at February Point, tennis courts and secluded beaches
Consider renting a boat to explore Elizabeth Harbour, Stocking Island, Crab Cay and the many other beautiful coves and cays only minutes away. Or you can hire a skipper or take the Water Taxi from Government Dock to some of the same places, enjoying the local hospitality at one of the beach bars. The crystalline waters of the entire Harbor offers excellent snorkeling. Scuba diving is also an option through a local dive shop. Enjoy stalking many large bonefish nearby by wading flats or from a boat, either on your own or with a guide. In addition, great deep sea fishing is only minutes away, available by charter. Hire a captain for the day to explore nearby islands. And, last but definitely not least, experience swimming with the pigs at the Western end of the island. Google swimming with the pigs Bahamas to find out more!
(Please note all information outlined in this website are suggestions and is at your own risk. We suggest to inquire about licensure and insurance.)
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Swim with the Pigs
LOCAL excursion
Call Elvis at 242-345-6244 at Exuma Point Bar & Grille and have lunch before or after.
Exuma Water Sports
Captain Ray Lightbourn 242-357-0770
http://www.exumawatersports.com
Sugar Adventure Company
242-524-8093 & 8094
info@sugaradventure.com
www.sugaradventure.com
Island Boy Adventures
Captain Evvie Munnings 242-422-2697
and Tonio 242-524-3013 islandboyadventures242@gmail.com
www.islandboyadventures.com
Johnson’s Getaway
Captain Antonio Johnson 242-357-0136
johnsonsgetaway@hotmail.com
MG Sea Adventures
Captain Graeme Cartwright 242-551-6287
Thompson’s Paradise Tours & Watersports
Captains Reds & Theo Gray
242-524-8612 & 242-464-1111
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Fishing
Bonefishing
Bonefish Drex
242-357-0243
bonefishdrex1@yahoo.com
www.exumabonefishing.net
www.bahamasflyfishingguide.com
Another great guide:
stevie@bonefishstevie.com
Deep Sea Fishing
Go deep sea fishing with Captain Doug Rowe of Fish Rowe Charters — the best!! Deep sea, deep drop between 400-1600 feet, and kite fishing trips; ½, ¾ and full day charters.
242-357-0870 drowe@batelnet.bs
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Boat Rentals
Minns Water Sports
https://www.mwsboats.com
info@mwsboats.com 242-336-3483Island Exclusive Boat Rentals & Tours
www.islandexclusiveboatrentalsandtours.com 242-524-8155; 242-442-8155
Exumas Boat Rentals
www.exumasboatrentals.com
242-357-0036
Contact Kaymark at February Point to inquire about overnight dockage rates at the February Point Marina for Exumas Boat Rentals & Island Exclusive Boat Rentals.
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Snorkeling, Kayaking, Sailing, Paddleboarding, Scuba, & Exploring
Water Taxi
Take a water taxi over to Stocking Island from Exuma Yacht Club or Government Dock. Approximately $15-$20 per person, round trip.
Elvis Water Taxi: 242-464-1558,
www.elviswatertaxi.com
A-1 Water Taxi: 242-357-0544, a1watertaxi@outlook.com.***All Swimming Pigs excursion companies also offer snorkeling and beach exploration
Out Island Explorers
Kayak rentals as well as guided kayaking in Moriah Harbor National Park, sailing and boating/snorkeling charters.
Dallas & Tamara Knowles: 242-336-2246 or 242-524-8246
www.outislandexplorers.comTT Watersports
Kayaks, water toys & bikes
242-357-0594
www.ttwatersports.comHydro Watersports
Waterbike rental in Moriah Harbour
242-524-9376
www.hydrowatersports242.comCaptain Jerry Lewless
Colorful character, storyteller extraordinaire, great guide to local lore and local waters for snorkeling, beach combing, fishing, you name it.
Cell: 242-357-0636; Home: 242-345-5076.
captainjerrytours@gmail.com
www.captjerrytours.comCaptain Steven Cole
Towards Moriah Harbor, Sandy Cay & Little Exuma.
242-524-0524 steven@offislandboattours.com
www.offislandboattours.comScuba, snorkeling, naturalist trips with Dive Exuma
Located at Government Dock in George Town center; naturalist/snorkeling outings as well as scuba; top notch outfit.
Shop: 242-336-2893; Cell: 242-357-0313
info@dive-exuma.com
http://www.dive-exuma.com/Kite surfing & Paddleboarding Rentals
Book well in advance.
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Restaurants
Reservations highly recommended and essential in high/holiday seasons. Most restaurants and businesses use Facebook where you’ll find the best contact details.
Kraven - Food Delivery
Download the app for local restaurant deliveryThe Rusty Anchor at February Point’s Beach Club
Great food, beautiful view and couldn’t be more convenient! Just a short 1 minute walk from villa. Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner. 242-336-2400Peace and Plenty/Plus 39 Restaurant
In center of George Town, across the street from Minns Water Sports/Sandpiper Boutique. A piece of Exuma history that has gone through multiple incarnations and owners. Now connected with former Lumina Point over on Stocking Island; now known as Peace & Plenty Beach Club.Driftwood Café
In town center next to Minns Water Sports and Sandpiper Boutique. Great for nice coffees, breakfast and lunch; gluten free options and specialty organic butcher. 242-801-6537Eddie’s Edgewater
Opposite farmer’s market in town center. Another local favorite with live rake ‘n scrape music weekly.Big D’s
Right on the water. 242-358-0059Choppy Waters at Exuma Yacht Club
At marina dock in town next to Esso gas station.BLU on the Water
Live music and variety buffet on “Sunset Saturdays.” Located in Rolletown off Queens Highway. 242-345-5258Splash Beach Bar & Restaurant at Palm Bay Resort
Just outside of George Town; nothing fancy but always open and consistently good.Augusta Bay, just outside of George Town next to Palm Bay and Exuma Beach Resort. Frankie Bananas on Friday Nights.
Latitudes Restaurant at Exuma Beach Resort:
Between Augusta Bay and Palm Bay resorts/restaurants. Delicious food and vibrant social scene.Cheater’s
Local favorite; 5 minute drive south of February Point.Santana’s Grill
In Little Exuma at Tropic of Cancer Beach, which is a 30-40 minute drive. Best for lunch as it is a long, winding car ride to attempt at night after a few Kalik’s or Rum Punches. Right next door to Mom’s Bakery.Haulover Bay Bar & Grill
Rolletown 242-447-3772Chat ‘n Chill, St. Francis Yacht Club and Club Peace & Plenty Beach Resorts are the ‘Beacon’ restaurants are all located on Stocking Island. These are great for lunch.
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Rental Cars
HIGHLY RECOMMEND RENTING A CAR.
Airport Car Rental
They’re the most conveniently located; immediately across the street from the airport. Once you’ve cleared customs and have walked outside to the road, walk down the road to your right; Airport Car Rental’s fenced lot is just across the street and their office is about 25 yards further.
242-345-0090 info@exumacarrental.com
www.exumacarrental.comThompson’s Car Rental
242-345-0058 thompsonsrental@hotmail.comTaxi Services
With increased tourism to the island, taxis are in greater demand. While still a reliable option for airport transfers (which the taxi office seems to prioritize), taxis are no longer a reliable option for short notice, short distance, or island-exploring requests. For this reason, we now encourage guests to book a rental car to avoid these frustrations. If you decide to rely on taxis for airport transfers, please be aware that you may have a wait at the airport. For taxi service back to the airport, you’ll need to make arrangements directly with the taxi office ahead of time (at least 24 hours in advance).Exuma Travel & Transportation Ltd.
242-345-0232 or 0234 ettlimited@outlook.comDee’s Tour Services
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Groceries & Liquor Stores
Most stores are closed on Sundays or have very limited hours. Facebook is best source of information for store hours and contact details.
Exuma Markets (242-336-3033)-Shop Rite Mart and John Marshall Liquor Store are in George Town Center (less than a mile from February Point).
Prime Island Meats (242-336-3627), Deli & Grocery, Smitty’s Convenience Store and CNK Liquors (242-336-2145) are in Hooper’s Bay (on Queen’s Highway, ½ way between airport and February Point). -
Concierge, Massage & Miscellaneous
Concierge
Dee Tours & Services
242-524-5192Island Concierge
242-551-8010Massage
Seaview Spa at February Point
242-455-7175Island Wellness Exuma
www.islandwellnessexuma.com
242-524-8309Healing Hands Massage
www.exumahealinghandsmassage.com
242-524-4274Exuma Massage
https://www.exumamassage.com/
242-357-0684General Exuma Websites
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Medical
Pharmacy
Smitty’s
242-336-2145Exuma Family Medicine Clinic
Dr. Deval Rolle
In Georgetown (on the right before marina and market)
242-524-4085Exuma Community Mini Hospital
Open 24 hours
242-336-2088Di-Ara Comprehensive Medical Center
Across from Sandals
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Photographer
Reno Curling Photography
https://renocurlingphotography.business.site/?utm_source=gmb&utm_medium=referralImages by Alexander
ibabahamas.com
242-502-3160