Sailing from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Guana Cay Beach: Distance & Time
Plan your passage between these two popular Abacos destinations with accurate distance and timing estimates.
Route Details
Direct Distance
33.9 NM
62.8 kilometers
Initial Bearing
122° SE
heading from Allans-Pensacola Cay
Estimated Passage Time
6h 47m
at 5 knots
5h 39m
at 6 knots
4h 51m
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 Guana Cay Beach, where you can experience five and a half miles of pristine atlantic sand, legendary beach bars, and sea turtles nesting in summer.. 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 Guana Cay Beach by boat?
- The direct sailing distance from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Guana Cay Beach is approximately 33.9 nautical miles (62.8 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.
- How long does it take to sail from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Guana Cay Beach?
- At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 6h 47m at 5 knots, 5h 39m at 6 knots, or 4h 51m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.
- What is the heading from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Guana Cay Beach?
- The initial bearing from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Guana Cay Beach is approximately 122° (SE). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.