Sailing Route Guide

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.