Sailing from Guana Cay Beach to Treasure Cay: Distance & Time
Plan your passage between these two popular Abacos destinations with accurate distance and timing estimates.
Route Details
Direct Distance
8.8 NM
16.3 kilometers
Initial Bearing
269° W
heading from Guana Cay Beach
Estimated Passage Time
1h 46m
at 5 knots
1h 28m
at 6 knots
1h 15m
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 Treasure Cay, where you can experience home to a legendary 3.5-mile powder-white beach consistently ranked among the world's finest, with a full-service marina and championship golf.. 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 Treasure Cay by boat?
- The direct sailing distance from Guana Cay Beach to Treasure Cay is approximately 8.8 nautical miles (16.3 kilometers). Actual routes following marked channels may be slightly longer.
- How long does it take to sail from Guana Cay Beach to Treasure Cay?
- At typical cruising catamaran speeds: 1h 46m at 5 knots, 1h 28m at 6 knots, or 1h 15m at 7 knots. Conditions, wind, and sea state will affect actual passage times.
- What is the heading from Guana Cay Beach to Treasure Cay?
- The initial bearing from Guana Cay Beach to Treasure Cay is approximately 269° (W). Always use proper charts and navigation equipment when sailing.