Things to do in Eleuthera
40 places and activities across 5 areas: beaches, reefs, caves, settlements, food and the outings worth a boat or a long drive.
Use a car for mainland districts. Harbour Island and Spanish Wells need separate water-taxi or ferry legs.
Everything here is a real place or a real local activity, checked against local sources. Photographs are used with permission and credited below, and appear only where one exists for that exact place or activity. We do not show star ratings from other platforms. Each entry says how you reach it, roughly how long to allow and what to confirm locally, because access on the Out Islands changes with tides, weather, private ownership and the season.
North Eleuthera
Scenery
Glass Window Bridge viewpoint
See Atlantic and Bight waters on opposite sides.
- Where
- Gregory Town / Glass Window
- Getting there and time
- Car · Under an hour
Confirm access locally. Observe from a safe viewpoint in calm conditions.
Beach and snorkelling
Gaulding's Cay Beach
Relax on the shallow bay and snorkel near the cay.
- Where
- Near Glass Window Bridge
- Getting there and time
- Car / public approach · About 3 hours
Confirm access locally. Confirm current access locally.
Scuba
Current Cut drift dive
Experience the fast-moving marine channel with a dive guide.
- Where
- Current settlement
- Getting there and time
- Dive operator / reservation · About 4 hours
Confirm access locally. Operator approval and precise tide timing are essential.
Beach
Ben Bay Beach
Enjoy a quiet northern bay.
- Where
- Northern tip / Ben Bay
- Getting there and time
- Car / rough approach · About 3 hours
Confirm access locally. Confirm the rough access track locally.
Beach
Tay Bay Beach
Explore the beach just beyond Preacher's Cave.
- Where
- Near Preacher's Cave
- Getting there and time
- Car / walk · About 3 hours
Confirm access locally. Combine with the cave and nearby blue hole.
History and nature
Preacher's Cave
Explore the historic cave and nearby shoreline.
- Where
- Northern tip / near The Bluff
- Getting there and time
- Car / walk · About an hour
Confirm access locally. Combine with Sapphire Blue Hole.
Nature
Sapphire Blue Hole
See the vivid inland blue hole.
- Where
- Near Preacher's Cave
- Getting there and time
- Car / walk · About an hour
Confirm access locally. Check the current entry and exit arrangements.
Nature
Queen's Baths
Explore the coastal rock pools below the highway.
- Where
- Near Glass Window Bridge
- Getting there and time
- Car / rocky walk · 1 to 2 hours
Confirm access locally. Only enter when the sea is calm and local conditions allow.
Culture
Gregory Town pineapple and village visit
Explore the settlement associated with Eleuthera's pineapple tradition.
- Where
- Gregory Town
- Getting there and time
- Car / local arrangement · About 2 hours
By arrangement. Farm visits and seasonal produce require local confirmation.
Beach
Current sandbars and beach
Explore shallow sandbanks near Current.
- Where
- Current settlement
- Getting there and time
- Car / local boat · About 2 hours
Confirm access locally. Use local advice for water access and currents.
Central Eleuthera - Hatchet Bay and James Cistern
Surfing
Surfer's Beach
Visit Eleuthera's best-known surfing shoreline.
- Where
- South of Gregory Town
- Getting there and time
- Car / rough approach · About 3 hours
Confirm access locally. Surf instruction and equipment need advance arrangement.
Beach
Rainbow Bay Beach
Enjoy a sheltered west-coast beach.
- Where
- Rainbow Bay
- Getting there and time
- Car · About 3 hours
Confirm access locally. A useful stop on a central-island driving day.
Cave
Hatchet Bay Cave
Explore limestone cave formations with a guide.
- Where
- Hatchet Bay
- Getting there and time
- Car / local guide · 1 to 2 hours
Confirm access locally. Bring lights and arrange suitable access.
Food and culture
James Cistern local lunch and coast
Stop in the central settlement for local food.
- Where
- James Cistern
- Getting there and time
- Car · About 2 hours
Confirm access locally. Confirm which businesses are open.
Central Eleuthera - Governor's Harbour and Savannah Sound
Nature
Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve
Walk botanical trails and learn about native plants.
- Where
- Governor's Harbour / Banks Road
- Getting there and time
- Car / admission · 2 to 3 hours
Confirm access locally. Follow the preserve's current visitor information.
Beach
French Leave Beach
Enjoy the Atlantic-facing pink-sand shoreline.
- Where
- Governor's Harbour
- Getting there and time
- Car / public approach · About 3 hours
Confirm access locally. Use public access and check surf conditions.
Food and culture
Governor's Harbour fish fry
Try local dishes at the community fish fry.
- Where
- Governor's Harbour
- Getting there and time
- Car / local event · 2 to 3 hours
Confirm access locally. Confirm the current evening schedule locally.
Beach and snorkelling
Twin Cove Beach
Explore two neighboring Atlantic coves.
- Where
- North of Governor's Harbour
- Getting there and time
- Car / rough approach · About 3 hours
Confirm access locally. Choose a calm day for swimming or snorkelling.
Beach
Ten Bay Beach
Enjoy the broad shallow west-coast bay.
- Where
- Near Savannah Sound
- Getting there and time
- Car / rough approach · About 3 hours
Confirm access locally. Low tide changes the swimming depth considerably.
Culture
Governor's Harbour heritage walk
Explore the harbour settlement and historic waterfront.
- Where
- Governor's Harbour / Cupid's Cay
- Getting there and time
- Car / walk · About 2 hours
Confirm access locally. A useful base for the central-island attractions.
Food and drink
Eleuthera Island Farm
Browse farm produce and island-made food.
- Where
- Near Palmetto Point
- Getting there and time
- Car · About an hour
Confirm access locally. Stock and special offerings depend on the day.
History
Haynes Library
Visit the historic library by the harbour.
- Where
- Governor's Harbour
- Getting there and time
- Car / walk · Under an hour
Confirm access locally. Check library hours and any events.
South Eleuthera
Nature
Ocean Hole
Visit the inland saltwater lake and surrounding park.
- Where
- Rock Sound
- Getting there and time
- Car / walk · 1 to 2 hours
Confirm access locally. Ask locally about current swimming access.
Beach
Lighthouse Beach coastal visit
See the southern headland's celebrated beach scenery.
- Where
- Bannerman Town / Lighthouse Point
- Getting there and time
- Confirm public access first · About 4 hours
Confirm access locally. Access arrangements changed with the cruise development at Lighthouse Point. Confirm public access before driving south.
Cave and nature
Boiling Hole and Cathedral Cave
Explore the blue hole and cathedral-like cave.
- Where
- Rock Sound
- Getting there and time
- Car / local guide · About 2 hours
Confirm access locally. Arrange a guide for cave entry.
Boat excursion
Schooner Cays sandbar expedition
Explore shifting sandbars off Cape Eleuthera.
- Where
- Schooner Cays / off Cape Eleuthera
- Getting there and time
- Boat / reservation · About 5 hours
Confirm access locally. Exposure and route depend on tide and weather.
Cruise destination
Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point
Enjoy the cruise destination's beaches and Bahamian cultural experiences.
- Where
- Lighthouse Point
- Getting there and time
- Eligible Disney itinerary · About 6 hours
Cruise guests only. Resort facilities require eligible access.
Culture
Tarpum Bay village and waterfront
Explore the seaside settlement and fishing waterfront.
- Where
- Tarpum Bay
- Getting there and time
- Car / walk · About 2 hours
Confirm access locally. Allow time for local food or art stops.
Beach
Winding Bay Beach
Explore a broad and usually quiet bay.
- Where
- Winding Bay / near Tarpum Bay
- Getting there and time
- Car / rough approach · About 3 hours
Confirm access locally. Ask about the current approach road.
Beach
Whiteland Beach
Walk a remote southern beach.
- Where
- Whiteland / near Rock Sound
- Getting there and time
- Car / rough approach · About 3 hours
Confirm access locally. Confirm the road and access locally.
Cruise destination
Princess Cays beach day
Enjoy the cruise beach facilities on southern Eleuthera.
- Where
- Princess Cays / near Bannerman Town
- Getting there and time
- Eligible cruise itinerary · About 6 hours
Cruise guests only. This is on Eleuthera, not a separate island.
Culture
Rock Sound settlement walk
Explore colourful houses and the quiet waterfront.
- Where
- Rock Sound
- Getting there and time
- Car / walk · 1 to 2 hours
Confirm access locally. Combine with Ocean Hole and the caves.
Spanish Wells and Russell Island
Fishing and boating
Tyman Fishing Charters
Book a locally guided day on the water.
- Where
- Spanish Wells departure
- Getting there and time
- Boat / reservation · About 7 hours
Confirm access locally. Agree whether the trip emphasizes fishing or sightseeing.
Culture
Spanish Wells village and working harbour
Explore the fishing community and colourful streets.
- Where
- Spanish Wells town
- Getting there and time
- Ferry / walk or cart · About 2 hours
Confirm access locally. Keep clear of working docks.
Boat excursion
Spanish Wells Fishing island excursion
Explore nearby cays, beaches and snorkelling sites.
- Where
- Spanish Wells departure
- Getting there and time
- Boat / reservation · About 6 hours
Confirm access locally. Confirm the itinerary and actual landing locations.
Beach
Spanish Wells Beach
Walk the shallow north-shore beach and pale sand.
- Where
- Spanish Wells / north shore
- Getting there and time
- Ferry / walk or cart · About 3 hours
Confirm access locally. Check the tide and use a public access path.
Boat excursion
Da Salty Pig Adventures
Take a guided excursion to nearby pigs and sandbars.
- Where
- Spanish Wells departure
- Getting there and time
- Boat / reservation · About 5 hours
Confirm access locally. These pigs are near Spanish Wells, not the Exuma pigs; a shorter outing from North Eleuthera.
Beach
Russell Island Beach
Explore the beach on the island beside Spanish Wells.
- Where
- Russell Island
- Getting there and time
- Ferry / cart via bridge · About 3 hours
Confirm access locally. Use an agreed public access point.
Museum
Spanish Wells Museum
Learn about the island's maritime history.
- Where
- Leo Pinder Street
- Getting there and time
- Ferry / appointment · About an hour
By arrangement. Arrange opening access before visiting.
Shopping
Ponderosa Shell and Gift Shop
Browse locally sold gifts and shell crafts.
- Where
- Spanish Wells
- Getting there and time
- Ferry / walk · Under an hour
Confirm access locally. Check shop hours.
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Photo credits
- Unattributed photographs: Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments and Aviation, used with permission.
- Preacher's Cave: tripadvisor.com
- Gaulding's Cay Beach: bluehavenbahamas.com
- Gregory Town pineapple and village visit: headalongwithheart.com
- Current Cut drift dive: eleuthera.me
- Current sandbars and beach: spanishwellsfishing.com
- Ben Bay Beach: app.advcollective.com
- Rainbow Bay Beach: eleutheravacationrentals.net
- James Cistern local lunch and coast: tripadvisor.in
- Haynes Library: hayneslibrary.com
- Governor's Harbour heritage walk: hayneslibrary.com
- Twin Cove Beach: sandee.com
- Eleuthera Island Farm: eleuthera-map.com
- Ten Bay Beach: airbnb.com
- Tarpum Bay village and waterfront: marinas.com
- Rock Sound settlement walk: independence59.com
- Winding Bay Beach: beaches-searcher.com
- Whiteland Beach: eleutheraparadise.com
- Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point: detpress.com
- Princess Cays beach day: roxytravelgram.com
- Schooner Cays sandbar expedition: cruiseandtravel.co.uk
- Russell Island Beach: moskorealty.com
- Tyman Fishing Charters: islandwavesbahamas.com
- Spanish Wells Fishing island excursion: spanishwellsfishing.com
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