Sailing Route Guide

Sailing from Green Turtle Cay to Manjack Cay: Distance & Time

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

Route Details

Direct Distance

3.8 NM

7.0 kilometers

Initial Bearing

331° NW

heading from Green Turtle Cay

Estimated Passage Time

45m

at 5 knots

38m

at 6 knots

32m

at 7 knots

About This Route

Both Green Turtle Cay and Manjack Cay are located in the Northern Abacos. This passage connects Green Turtle Cay, known for its loyalist history, the original goombay smash, and pastel new plymouth charm., with Manjack Cay, where you can experience an uninhabited paradise where friendly stingrays greet you at the shore and cruiser-crafted art trails wind through pristine coastal woodland.. 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 Green Turtle Cay from Manjack Cay by boat?
The direct sailing distance from Green Turtle Cay to Manjack Cay is approximately 3.8 nautical miles (7.0 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.
How long does it take to sail from Green Turtle Cay to Manjack Cay?
At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 45m at 5 knots, 38m at 6 knots, or 32m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.
What is the heading from Green Turtle Cay to Manjack Cay?
The initial bearing from Green Turtle Cay to Manjack Cay is approximately 331° (NW). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.