Sailing Route Guide

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.