Sailing Route Guide

Sailing from Casuarina Point Beach to Gillam Bay Beach: Distance & Time

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

Route Details

Direct Distance

30.4 NM

56.3 kilometers

Initial Bearing

337° NW

heading from Casuarina Point Beach

Estimated Passage Time

6h 5m

at 5 knots

5h 4m

at 6 knots

4h 21m

at 7 knots

About This Route

Both destinations are part of the Abaco Islands in The Bahamas. This passage connects Casuarina Point Beach, known for its a four-mile ribbon of white sand and shallow flats renowned for bonefishing, paddleboarding, and barefoot tranquility., with Gillam Bay Beach, where you can experience a sweeping crescent of white sand ideal for sunrise walks, shelling, and low-tide wading on green turtle cay.. 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 Casuarina Point Beach from Gillam Bay Beach by boat?
The direct sailing distance from Casuarina Point Beach to Gillam Bay Beach is approximately 30.4 nautical miles (56.3 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.
How long does it take to sail from Casuarina Point Beach to Gillam Bay Beach?
At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 6h 5m at 5 knots, 5h 4m at 6 knots, or 4h 21m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.
What is the heading from Casuarina Point Beach to Gillam Bay Beach?
The initial bearing from Casuarina Point Beach to Gillam Bay Beach is approximately 337° (NW). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.