Sailing Route Guide

Sailing from Guana Cay Beach to Tilloo Cay: Distance & Time

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

Route Details

Direct Distance

15.5 NM

28.6 kilometers

Initial Bearing

150° SE

heading from Guana Cay Beach

Estimated Passage Time

3h 5m

at 5 knots

2h 35m

at 6 knots

2h 12m

at 7 knots

About This Route

Both Guana Cay Beach and Tilloo 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 Tilloo Cay, where you can experience a pristine nature reserve where white-tailed tropicbirds nest along wild atlantic shores and crystal-clear shallows invite exploration.. 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 Tilloo Cay by boat?
The direct sailing distance from Guana Cay Beach to Tilloo Cay is approximately 15.5 nautical miles (28.6 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.
How long does it take to sail from Guana Cay Beach to Tilloo Cay?
At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 3h 5m at 5 knots, 2h 35m at 6 knots, or 2h 12m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.
What is the heading from Guana Cay Beach to Tilloo Cay?
The initial bearing from Guana Cay Beach to Tilloo Cay is approximately 150° (SE). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.