Find your slice of Bahamian paradise in the serene Exuma Islands. Remote beaches and the shimmering, turquoise Caribbean await you along this less-traveled region of the Bahamas. Far away from bustling Nassau, here you’ll find a more relaxed pace and beautiful islands to explore by kayak. This trip is for those who want the tropical paradise without the crowds.
Day 1: The adventure officially begins at Arrivals of the Exuma International Airport
(GGT) where you will meet your Northwest Passage guides and transfer to the evening’s accommodations in the settlement of Rolleville. We’ll gather for a welcome reception and discuss the week’s itinerary before enjoying our first outstanding dinner in the Exumas. (D)
Day 2: The paddling journey begins this morning in Barre Terre where you will refine
your paddling and rescue techniques with your guides before heading east toward Exuma Point. After reaching Exuma Point, you’ll paddle to a near-shore cay where you can observe some of the Exumas’ most famous residents, the famous swimming pigs. After returning to Great Exuma, the late afternoon and evening are yours to enjoy before dinner. (B, D)
Day 3: After breakfast you continue your paddling journey along the east coast of Great Exuma toward a lovely beach near Roker’s Point. Along the way you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy the gorgeous, soft sand Cocoplum beach. (B, D)
Day 4: Today you round Roker’s Point and kayak past the Three Sisters rocks en route to the outskirts of Georgetown and the fabulous Jolly Hall Beach. In the evening you’ll have the opportunity to visit the festive Fish Fry village. (B, D)
Day 5: You can opt to rest your paddling muscles today and enjoy some relaxation on the beach, or paddle across Elizabeth Harbor to Stocking Island. Stocking Island has a plethora of stunning remote beaches and is home to the famous Chat n Chill grill where you can get up close and personal with docile sting rays. For those wanting more activity, paddle a bit further along the shoreline and stroll along a short sandy trail with stunning panoramic views. (B)
Day 6: Today’s kayaking route takes you past Georgetown and around the shoreline of Crab Cay. Keep your eyes out for sea turtles that frequent the protected shallow waters. You’ll wrap up your paddling day near the serene Man-O-War Cay and surrounding sandbars. (B, D)
Day 7: On the last paddling day of the adventure you’ll glide along the shores of the
Moriah Harbor Cay National Park and soak up some relaxing rays on Lazy River Beach. In the evening you’ll savor your last Bahamian sundown and a celebration dinner. (B, D)
Day 8: After breakfast your guides will assist with transfers to the airport and bid you a fond farewell. (B)