Sailing Route Guide

Sailing from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Little Harbour: Distance & Time

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

Route Details

Direct Distance

52.7 NM

97.6 kilometers

Initial Bearing

137° SE

heading from Allans-Pensacola Cay

Estimated Passage Time

10h 32m

at 5 knots

8h 47m

at 6 knots

7h 32m

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 Little Harbour, where you can experience a bohemian artist enclave where bronze sculptures meet barefoot beach bar culture in a protected natural harbour.. 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 Little Harbour by boat?
The direct sailing distance from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Little Harbour is approximately 52.7 nautical miles (97.6 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.
How long does it take to sail from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Little Harbour?
At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 10h 32m at 5 knots, 8h 47m at 6 knots, or 7h 32m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.
What is the heading from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Little Harbour?
The initial bearing from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Little Harbour is approximately 137° (SE). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.