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Allen Cay
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Allen Cay
Yacht Charters
Located just 30 minutes from Nassau, horseshoe-shaped Allen Cay is the gateway to the Exumas yacht charters.
One of the northernmost islands in the Exumas chain, Allen Cay is home to beautiful anchorages and postcard-worthy beaches. But the real draw are the Allen’s Cay rock iguanas.
As a stop on a Bahamas yacht charter, Allen Cay is a must-see. Just make sure to bring some lettuce or grapes to feed the iguanas! You’ll notice them right away, as several live right on the beach and wade in the surf. And at nearly three-feet in length, they’re hard to miss.
There are great anchorages off the southern shore of Allen Cay. Take a tender or dingy ride to the so-called “Iguana Beach.” Although they’re commonly referred to as Allen Cay iguanas, they’re officially known as Northern Bahamian Rock Iguanas.
These reptiles are native to the Exumas islands, and although there is a half dozen or so islands with iguana populations, Allen Cay has the largest “mess” (which is the term for a group of iguanas). Be sure to bring your camera!
Allen Cay yacht
charter highlights
Famous iguanas
Great snorkeling and diving
Crystal clear waters
Vibrant coral reefs
Proximity to Nassau
Great area for water sports
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Chartering in the Allen Cay: When to Go?
Thanks to its sub-tropical climate, Allen Cay yacht charters are perfect year-round. The high season for boat rentals runs from mid-November to mid-July, with peak season around New Year’s and Spring Break.
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Explore with a Boat Charter: Allen Cay
Scuba diving
Ray’s Reef and Barracuda Reef are fantastic divings spots just north of Allen Cay.
Just north of the islands, there are two great reef dive spots, Ray’s Reef and Barracuda Reef. They’re not as visited as other spots, and both are great for beginners in just about 30 feet of water.
Relax on beautiful sandy beaches
You will find many secluded bays with beautiful sandy beaches.
Allen Cay is horseshoe shaped, and its home to a protected beach at its apex. Spend an afternoon lazing on the white-sand beach.
Kayaking
There’s plenty to explore by kayak in Allen Cay.
There’s plenty to explore by kayak in Allen Cay. Just off the southern shore, there are several tiny islands, and the lagoon is a great spot to paddle.
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