Sailing from Coco Bay 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
1.3 NM
2.4 kilometers
Initial Bearing
147° SE
heading from Coco Bay Beach
Estimated Passage Time
16m
at 5 knots
13m
at 6 knots
11m
at 7 knots
About This Route
Both Coco Bay Beach and Gillam Bay Beach are located in the Northern Abacos. This passage connects Coco Bay Beach, known for its a sheltered crescent fringed by coconut palms where calm, shallow water invites families and snorkelers alike., 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 Coco Bay Beach from Gillam Bay Beach by boat?
- The direct sailing distance from Coco Bay Beach to Gillam Bay Beach is approximately 1.3 nautical miles (2.4 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.
- How long does it take to sail from Coco Bay Beach to Gillam Bay Beach?
- At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 16m at 5 knots, 13m at 6 knots, or 11m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.
- What is the heading from Coco Bay Beach to Gillam Bay Beach?
- The initial bearing from Coco Bay Beach to Gillam Bay Beach is approximately 147° (SE). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.