📍 Bahamas

BAHAMAS PARADISE: EXUMA'S TURQUOISE AND NASSAU SOUL

Q: What weather should you expect?

Summer (December-March): Peak tourist season, hottest weather, Carnival season, highest prices, crowded beaches, vibrant atmosphere. Fall (April-June): Excellent weather, fewer crowds, good prices, ideal for most regions, comfortable temperatures. Winter (July-September): Dry season in most regions, perfect for Pantanal wildlife, cooler temperatures, great for cultural activities. Spring (October-November): Good weather returning, moderate crowds, reasonable prices, excellent for outdoor activities. Regional Variations: Amazon best May-September (dry season), Northeast beaches year-round, South cooler June-August.

Turquoise waters shimmer crystal clear, pigs swim and bask in the sun, sharks glide beneath the boats. The Bahamas embody Caribbean perfection.

≈ 6

Days

305

Stops

📖 3 min read 🔄 Last updated: 2026-01-17

Discover Nassau and its colonial atmosphere, swim with Exuma's pigs, dive with sharks and settle on deserted sandbars. The Bahamas is Caribbean turquoise in its purest form.

George Town: exuma harbor base
Nassau: colonial urban energy
Pig Beach: famous swimming pigs
Thunderfish Cay: shark swimming

Your day-by-day itinerary

Day

George Town Exuma

exuma harbor colorful buildings

3 photos

Day 1

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Discover

Cocoplum Beach — sandbars and swimming on turquoise beach (low tide in the morning)

Exuma Point Beach — large beach and pier north of Great Exuma

Rokers Point — elevated viewpoints and long ocean beach

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Activities

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Swimming and walking on sandbars at Cocoplum

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Coastal walk and photos of blue hues (north Exuma)

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George Town Exuma

exuma harbor colorful buildings

3 photos

Day 2

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George Town dock — water taxi to Stocking Island

Stocking Island (Chat 'N' Chill beach) — shallow lagoon and rays visible near the shore

Monument Hill — viewpoint of turquoise hues

Ocean-side Beach (Atlantic coast of Stocking Island) — walking and swimming

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Activities

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Water taxi crossing George Town ⇄ Stocking Island (~15 min per trip)

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Light snorkeling from the beach (weather permitting)

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Short hike between beaches via ridge trails

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George Town Exuma

exuma harbor colorful buildings

3 photos

Day 3

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Boat departure from Barraterre (north of Great Exuma) for a day of islets

Leaf/Allen's Cay — beach with endemic iguanas

Plane wreck (Norman's Cay) — snorkeling around the fuselage

Compass Cay — nurse shark observation around the docks

+4 Places visited

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Full-day speedboat excursion in the Exuma Cays (~8 hours door-to-door)

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Snorkeling (wreck + cave), photo stops and swimming on sandbars

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George Town Exuma

exuma harbor colorful buildings

3 photos

Day 4

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Hoopers Bay — sheltered beach, sea turtle observation

Jolly Hall Beach — calm cove near George Town

Rolle Town — panoramic views of the lagoon with intense hues

Tropic of Cancer Beach (Little Exuma) — long light sand beach

+1 Places visited

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Activities

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Swimming and beach-hopping on the south coast of Great Exuma and Little Exuma

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Photo stops at high points and promontories

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Next stop

⏱️ Long drive (5h+)

Distance: 305 km

Travel time: 6h40

Day

Nassau

capital colonial island energy

4 photos

Day 5

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Discover

Straw Market — colorful building and local crafts (exterior & hall)

Prince George Wharf — waterfront and view of cruise ships

Bay Street — shopping streets and pastel facades

Arawak Cay (Fish Fry) — waterfront promenade

+4 Places visited

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Activities

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Urban walking tour in Nassau (historic center and waterfront)

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Walking across the bridge to Paradise Island (round trip)

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What weather should you expect?

Summer (December-March): Peak tourist season, hottest weather, Carnival season, highest prices, crowded beaches, vibrant atmosphere.

Fall (April-June): Excellent weather, fewer crowds, good prices, ideal for most regions, comfortable temperatures.

Winter (July-September): Dry season in most regions, perfect for Pantanal wildlife, cooler temperatures, great for cultural activities.

Spring (October-November): Good weather returning, moderate crowds, reasonable prices, excellent for outdoor activities.

Regional Variations: Amazon best May-September (dry season), Northeast beaches year-round, South cooler June-August.

How many days should I plan?

We believe you will enjoy this itinerary best by dedicating between 5 and 7 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.

What to discover in Bahamas?

Crystal-clear waters and swimming pigs create unique Caribbean adventures across 700 islands. Experience Atlantis resort excitement, conch fritters, and perfect beaches just miles from Florida. The islands offer incredible diving, fishing, and luxury resorts with authentic Bahamian culture. Perfect for tropical getaways with easy accessibility and diverse experiences.