Sailing from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Cherokee Sound: Distance & Time
Plan your passage between these two popular Abacos destinations with accurate distance and timing estimates.
Route Details
Direct Distance
53.1 NM
98.4 kilometers
Initial Bearing
142° SE
heading from Allans-Pensacola Cay
Estimated Passage Time
10h 37m
at 5 knots
8h 51m
at 6 knots
7h 35m
at 7 knots
About This Route
Both destinations are part of the Abaco Islands in The Bahamas. This passage connects Allans-Pensacola Cay, known for its an uninhabited cruisers' sanctuary where driftwood art installations and a legendary signing tree chronicle decades of seafaring visitors., with Cherokee Sound, where you can experience a loyalist fishing village where world-class bonefish flats meet centuries of maritime heritage in one of abaco's oldest settlements.. The Sea of Abaco provides protected waters for most of this route, making it a comfortable sail in typical conditions.
Important: Distances are approximate direct (straight-line) measurements for trip-planning only. Actual sailing routes follow channels and marked passages and will be longer. Do not use for navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How far is Allans-Pensacola Cay from Cherokee Sound by boat?
- The direct sailing distance from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Cherokee Sound is approximately 53.1 nautical miles (98.4 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.
- How long does it take to sail from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Cherokee Sound?
- At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 10h 37m at 5 knots, 8h 51m at 6 knots, or 7h 35m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.
- What is the heading from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Cherokee Sound?
- The initial bearing from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Cherokee Sound is approximately 142° (SE). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.