Sailing from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Manjack Cay: Distance & Time
Plan your passage between these two popular Abacos destinations with accurate distance and timing estimates.
Route Details
Direct Distance
18.8 NM
34.9 kilometers
Initial Bearing
121° SE
heading from Allans-Pensacola Cay
Estimated Passage Time
3h 46m
at 5 knots
3h 8m
at 6 knots
2h 42m
at 7 knots
About This Route
Both Allans-Pensacola Cay and Manjack Cay are located in the Northern Abacos. 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 Manjack Cay, where you can experience an uninhabited paradise where friendly stingrays greet you at the shore and cruiser-crafted art trails wind through pristine coastal woodland.. 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 Manjack Cay by boat?
- The direct sailing distance from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Manjack Cay is approximately 18.8 nautical miles (34.9 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.
- How long does it take to sail from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Manjack Cay?
- At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 3h 46m at 5 knots, 3h 8m at 6 knots, or 2h 42m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.
- What is the heading from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Manjack Cay?
- The initial bearing from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Manjack Cay is approximately 121° (SE). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.