How far is Casuarina Point from Sandy Cay by boat?

The direct sailing distance from Casuarina Point to Sandy Cay is approximately 8.2 nautical miles (15.2 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.

How long does it take to sail from Casuarina Point to Sandy Cay?

At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 1h 38m at 5 knots, 1h 22m at 6 knots, or 1h 10m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.

What is the heading from Casuarina Point to Sandy Cay?

The initial bearing from Casuarina Point to Sandy Cay is approximately 38° (NE). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.

Sailing Route Guide

Sailing from Casuarina Point to Sandy Cay: Distance & Time

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

Route Details

Direct Distance

8.2 NM

15.2 kilometers

Initial Bearing

38° NE

heading from Casuarina Point

Estimated Passage Time

1h 38m

at 5 knots

1h 22m

at 6 knots

1h 10m

at 7 knots

About This Route

Both destinations are part of the Abaco Islands in The Bahamas. This passage connects Casuarina Point, known for its a quiet residential community where four miles of pristine beach meet world-class bonefishing flats in abaco's most scenic waters., 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 Casuarina Point from Sandy Cay by boat?: The direct sailing distance from Casuarina Point to Sandy Cay is approximately 8.2 nautical miles (15.2 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.
How long does it take to sail from Casuarina Point to Sandy Cay?: At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 1h 38m at 5 knots, 1h 22m at 6 knots, or 1h 10m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.
What is the heading from Casuarina Point to Sandy Cay?: The initial bearing from Casuarina Point to Sandy Cay is approximately 38° (NE). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.