Sailing Route Guide

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

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

Route Details

Direct Distance

50.0 NM

92.5 kilometers

Initial Bearing

134° SE

heading from Allans-Pensacola Cay

Estimated Passage Time

9h 59m

at 5 knots

8h 20m

at 6 knots

7h 8m

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 Sandy Cay, where you can experience a pristine uninhabited cay within the protected pelican cays land and sea park, renowned for some of the healthiest coral formations in the bahamas.. 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 Sandy Cay by boat?
The direct sailing distance from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Sandy Cay is approximately 50.0 nautical miles (92.5 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.
How long does it take to sail from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Sandy Cay?
At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 9h 59m at 5 knots, 8h 20m at 6 knots, or 7h 8m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.
What is the heading from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Sandy Cay?
The initial bearing from Allans-Pensacola Cay to Sandy Cay is approximately 134° (SE). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.