Sailing from Guana Cay Beach 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
14.2 NM
26.2 kilometers
Initial Bearing
143° SE
heading from Guana Cay Beach
Estimated Passage Time
2h 50m
at 5 knots
2h 22m
at 6 knots
2h 1m
at 7 knots
About This Route
Both Guana Cay Beach and Lubbers Quarters Cay are located in the Central Abacos. 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 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 Guana Cay Beach from Lubbers Quarters Cay by boat?
- The direct sailing distance from Guana Cay Beach to Lubbers Quarters Cay is approximately 14.2 nautical miles (26.2 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.
- How long does it take to sail from Guana Cay Beach to Lubbers Quarters Cay?
- At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 2h 50m at 5 knots, 2h 22m at 6 knots, or 2h 1m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.
- What is the heading from Guana Cay Beach to Lubbers Quarters Cay?
- The initial bearing from Guana Cay Beach to Lubbers Quarters Cay is approximately 143° (SE). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.