Long Island
The Second Deepest Blue Hole in The World
- Diving
- Beaches
- Culture
- Fishing
Tucked away into the Caribbean Sea is Long Island. This island is perfect for those looking for a peaceful getaway in The Bahamas – with plenty of diving sites to explore.
Picture yourself on a secluded beach with no one around. Long Island will give you that kind of experience. But Long Island is not just about stunning beaches. Here, you will find world-class diving spots, all sorts of fishing, and incredible miles of boardwalks.
Highlights
Dean’s Blue Hole
The second deepest blue hole in the world is nested in Long Island! Exploring it is a bucket list experience.
Cape Santa Maria Beach
Soft white sand and turquoise waters make Cape Santa Maria Beach one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.
Columbus Point
Get up close to where Christopher Columbus first landed on the island! This place is spectacular and offers panoramic views made of dramatic cliffs.
Barracuda Heads
Considered by some – one of the best diving experiences they have ever had! Barracuda Heads offer rich biodiversity – including spectacular coral reefs and sharks.
Things To Do
Discover White-Sand Beaches
Cape Santa Maria and Gordon’s Beach may be the most popular beaches on Long Island, but there are countless other unmissable gems on the island.
Explore Natural Pools
Discover secret natural pools tucked along Long Island’s shores. These serene spots are perfect for a refreshing swim or a quiet moment surrounded by nature.
Island Hop to Conception Island
Just a three-hour distance from Long Island is Conception Island – an inhabited island known for its untamed landscape.
All Sorts of Fishing
Deep sea fishing, bottom and reef fishing, bonefishing, fly fishing. There are all sorts of Fishing on Long Island.
Where is Long Island Bahamas
Long Island is a stunning, secluded island located in the southern Bahamas, about 165 miles southeast of Nassau. It stretches over 80 miles from north to south and is home to some of the most stunning beaches in the Bahamas.
What is Long Island Bahamas famous for
If you think of Long Island in the Bahamas, you’ll probably imagine miles of white-sand beaches with no one around, as well as Dean’s Blue Hole, the second-deepest blue hole in the world.
What to do in Long Island Bahamas
Long Island is as stunning as uncrowded. You’ll probably end up on a tropical beach, or escape to a hidden sandbar with no one around, making you feel as if you’ve found your own slice of paradise and wishing you’d never need to leave. But if you are a culture lover, you definitely can’t skip Columbus Point, where Christopher Columbus once anchored in 1492. And if you feel like exploring nearby islands, Conception Island will make you pinch yourself – few islands are as untouched as this one.
Where to stay in Long Island Bahamas
Imagine yourself on a tropical island, so stunning it won’t feel real. Located on this island are some of the most exclusive, off-the-grid properties you will find in the Bahamas, including the luxurious Cape Santa Maria Beach Resort at Cape Santa Maria Beach.
How to get to Long Island Bahamas
Reaching Long Island is probably easier than you think. You can reach the island by air, from Nassau or Fort Lauderdale. Private charters also exist and will give you maximum convenience. I recommend Stella Maris Resort Air Service, providing unforgettable views from Exuma to nearby Long Island. Ferries from Nassau or Exuma would be your last option, providing a scenic route between the islands.
Is Long Island Bahamas safe
Yes. As with all of the Out Islands in the Bahamas, Long Island is safe and will feel like arriving at your own slice of paradise.
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