Sailing Route Guide

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

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

Route Details

Direct Distance

21.9 NM

40.5 kilometers

Initial Bearing

162° S

heading from Guana Cay Beach

Estimated Passage Time

4h 23m

at 5 knots

3h 39m

at 6 knots

3h 8m

at 7 knots

About This Route

Both destinations are part of the Abaco Islands in The Bahamas. This passage connects Guana Cay Beach, known for its five and a half miles of pristine atlantic sand, legendary beach bars, and sea turtles nesting in summer., 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 Guana Cay Beach from Little Harbour by boat?
The direct sailing distance from Guana Cay Beach to Little Harbour is approximately 21.9 nautical miles (40.5 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.
How long does it take to sail from Guana Cay Beach to Little Harbour?
At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 4h 23m at 5 knots, 3h 39m at 6 knots, or 3h 8m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.
What is the heading from Guana Cay Beach to Little Harbour?
The initial bearing from Guana Cay Beach to Little Harbour is approximately 162° (S). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.