Sailing Route Guide

Sailing from Great Guana Cay to Little Harbour: Distance & Time

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

Route Details

Direct Distance

20.7 NM

38.4 kilometers

Initial Bearing

162° S

heading from Great Guana Cay

Estimated Passage Time

4h 9m

at 5 knots

3h 27m

at 6 knots

2h 58m

at 7 knots

About This Route

Both destinations are part of the Abaco Islands in The Bahamas. This passage connects Great Guana Cay, known for its seven miles of beach, a legendary beach bar, and the abacos' easy barefoot pulse., with Little Harbour, where you can experience a bohemian artist enclave where bronze sculptures meet barefoot beach bar culture in a protected natural harbour.. 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 Great Guana Cay from Little Harbour by boat?
The direct sailing distance from Great Guana Cay to Little Harbour is approximately 20.7 nautical miles (38.4 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.
How long does it take to sail from Great Guana Cay to Little Harbour?
At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 4h 9m at 5 knots, 3h 27m at 6 knots, or 2h 58m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.
What is the heading from Great Guana Cay to Little Harbour?
The initial bearing from Great Guana Cay to Little Harbour is approximately 162° (S). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.