Sailing Route Guide

Sailing from Green Turtle Cay to No Name Cay: Distance & Time

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

Route Details

Direct Distance

1.7 NM

3.2 kilometers

Initial Bearing

125° SE

heading from Green Turtle Cay

Estimated Passage Time

21m

at 5 knots

17m

at 6 knots

15m

at 7 knots

About This Route

Both Green Turtle Cay and No Name 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 No Name Cay, where you can experience meet the famous swimming pigs of abaco at this uninhabited cay where friendly porkers wade out to greet arriving boats.. 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 No Name Cay by boat?
The direct sailing distance from Green Turtle Cay to No Name Cay is approximately 1.7 nautical miles (3.2 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.
How long does it take to sail from Green Turtle Cay to No Name Cay?
At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 21m at 5 knots, 17m at 6 knots, or 15m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.
What is the heading from Green Turtle Cay to No Name Cay?
The initial bearing from Green Turtle Cay to No Name Cay is approximately 125° (SE). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.