Sailing Route Guide

Sailing from Great Guana Cay to Lubbers Quarters Cay: Distance & Time

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

Route Details

Direct Distance

13.0 NM

24.0 kilometers

Initial Bearing

142° SE

heading from Great Guana Cay

Estimated Passage Time

2h 36m

at 5 knots

2h 10m

at 6 knots

1h 51m

at 7 knots

About This Route

Both Great Guana Cay and Lubbers Quarters Cay are located in the Central Abacos. This passage connects Great Guana Cay, known for its seven miles of beach, a legendary beach bar, and the abacos' easy barefoot pulse., with Lubbers Quarters Cay, where you can experience a tranquil private island hideaway where barefoot beach bars and pristine shores define the authentic bahamian escape.. 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 Lubbers Quarters Cay by boat?
The direct sailing distance from Great Guana Cay to Lubbers Quarters Cay is approximately 13.0 nautical miles (24.0 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.
How long does it take to sail from Great Guana Cay to Lubbers Quarters Cay?
At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 2h 36m at 5 knots, 2h 10m at 6 knots, or 1h 51m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.
What is the heading from Great Guana Cay to Lubbers Quarters Cay?
The initial bearing from Great Guana Cay to Lubbers Quarters Cay is approximately 142° (SE). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.