Sailing Route Guide

Sailing from Casuarina Point Beach 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

23.3 NM

43.1 kilometers

Initial Bearing

355° N

heading from Casuarina Point Beach

Estimated Passage Time

4h 39m

at 5 knots

3h 53m

at 6 knots

3h 19m

at 7 knots

About This Route

Both Casuarina Point Beach and Guana Cay Beach are located in the Central Abacos. 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 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 Casuarina Point Beach from Guana Cay Beach by boat?
The direct sailing distance from Casuarina Point Beach to Guana Cay Beach is approximately 23.3 nautical miles (43.1 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.
How long does it take to sail from Casuarina Point Beach to Guana Cay Beach?
At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 4h 39m at 5 knots, 3h 53m at 6 knots, or 3h 19m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.
What is the heading from Casuarina Point Beach to Guana Cay Beach?
The initial bearing from Casuarina Point Beach to Guana Cay Beach is approximately 355° (N). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.