Sailing Route Guide

Sailing from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Fowl Cay: Distance & Time

Plan your passage between these two popular Abacos destinations with accurate distance and timing estimates.

Route Details

Direct Distance

39.4 NM

73.0 kilometers

Initial Bearing

122° SE

heading from Allans-Pensacola Cay

Estimated Passage Time

7h 53m

at 5 knots

6h 34m

at 6 knots

5h 38m

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 Fowl Cay, where you can experience a protected marine sanctuary where vibrant coral gardens and crystal-clear waters create one of the abacos' finest underwater wonderlands.. 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 Fowl Cay by boat?
The direct sailing distance from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Fowl Cay is approximately 39.4 nautical miles (73.0 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.
How long does it take to sail from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Fowl Cay?
At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 7h 53m at 5 knots, 6h 34m at 6 knots, or 5h 38m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.
What is the heading from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Fowl Cay?
The initial bearing from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Fowl Cay is approximately 122° (SE). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.