Eleuthera

"the rich blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean on one side of the road and the calm Bight of Eleuthera" on the other, with "a strip of rock just 30 feet wide" between them

"a large and shallow rocky reef that runs along the northern coast of Eleuthera and it is notorious for wrecking ships"; the Train Wreck lies in 15 ft / 5m, and the Cienfuegos's "300 ft / 90m iron hull now lies in 35 ft / 10m of water"

"Located on the southern tip of Eleuthera" on the Atlantic side; "endless miles of unspoiled, soft, powdery, blush-rose sand", "several hidden caves" and "an old lighthouse located on a dramatic limestone promontory"; "The path to Lighthouse Beach is somewhat difficult"

"Natural pools (carved by centuries of waves pounding the rock)" "0.6 miles south of the Glass-window Bridge on the rugged Atlantic side of the island"; "The best time to visit the hot tubs is during the low or medium tide"; "it is best to wear water or tennis shoes"

"a high speed drift dive. When the tide rushes through the channel between the islands of North Eleuthera and Current, the flow can reach an exhilarating 10 knots!"

"A Michelin Key resort and the only Relais & Chateaux in the Bahamas" on Queen's Highway, Gregory Town, between two private white sand coves; infinity pool, Freedom Restaurant with sushi bar, Gregory Town Grill, Point Bar and spa suites

37th edition 5-6 June 2026 at Pineapple Festival Park with "more than 30 vendors, live entertainment from 13 Bahamian artists, a Junkanoo rushout" and a pineapple eating contest (Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation); next edition listed "Jun 04, 2027 - Jun 05, 2027" on bahamas.com/events/pineapple-festival

the Ministry describes a "seemingly bottomless inland blue hole" at Rock Sound; Wikivoyage lists "Feed fishes at Ocean Hole in Rock Sound"

"just two miles south of Gregory Town, where southwest winds blow breaks in from the Atlantic"; about two miles of "sugary-soft white sand"

"A lush tropical escape that features 20 authentic Bahamian villas, exquisite dining and gracious hospitality" in Governor's Harbour; restaurant 1648: An Island Restaurant

"World-class snorkeling, reef & big game fishing, and bonefishing tours with expert local captains"; published tours: Schooner Cays Tour ($1,200), Adventure Tour ($850), Snorkeling ($750), Bone Fishing ($700), Big Game Fishing ($1,250), Reef Fishing ($750), prices for initial durations of typically 4-5 hours; closed Sundays

a "PADI 5 Star Dive Resort" at Cape Eleuthera Resort & Marina offering "PADI Scuba Diving, PADI Freediving, PADI Snorkelling, Conservation"; reef and wall diving, blue hole exploration, night diving and "The Eleuthera Shark Dive"; "open to both the general public and Cape Eleuthera Resort and Marina guests"; DAN insurance required

"An intimate Bahamas Out Island" resort and marina 60 nautical miles east of Nassau on nearly 4,500 acres with three private beaches; Sunset Beach Bungalows, Sunset Beach Suites, Villas and Cottages; marina of 47 slips for vessels up to 200 feet, controlling depth 12 feet

on Banks Road between Governor's Harbour and North Palmetto, "Open air dining and a breathtaking view"; lunch 12:30-2:30PM, dinner 6-10PM; +1 242-332-3331; the Ministry calls it a "world-famous seafood shack"

"Just south of Surfer's Beach"; "one mile long and filled with stalagmites and stalactites"; "Centuries-old graffiti of charcoal signatures line the walls"; "It is recommended to tour the cave with a guide"

"next to Haynes Library"; "Every Friday night where locals and tourists meet on the water front"

"A 30-acre botanical garden" on Banks Road, Governor's Harbour, managed by the Bahamas National Trust and the first national park on Eleuthera (founded 2003); "Open every day, 8am - 4pm"; adults $11, seniors (60+) $8, children 3-12 $8

listed by Wikivoyage among the sights as "Preachers' Cave in North Eleuthera"

based in South Eleuthera and Princess Cays; named tours "Da Real Bahamian T'ing, Turtle Creek, Lighthouse Beach by Boat, Explore Schooner Cays, Self Guided Kayaking, Gone Fishining"

"An intimate collection of seven oceanview accommodations" including "4-bedroom villas"; Pascal's Oceanfront Restaurant and pool bar

"Fully-furnished condos located in the heart of the 'Golden Mile'" on Banks Road, Governor's Harbour; one-bedroom (920 sq ft) and two-bedroom (1,200 sq ft) condos; Tippy's Restaurant on the property; "Please call for our best available rates"

the waterfront restaurant of French Leave Resort, Governor's Harbour

The Cove's restaurant with sushi bar, alongside the Gregory Town Grill and Point Bar

on Cape Eleuthera, which "sits on the edge of the Exuma Sound where the Bahamas shelf drops thousands of feet into the Atlantic Ocean"; a research hub and school with visiting programmes for student groups; tours by contacting (242) 334-8551 or info@islandschool.org

Jul 7-11, 2027; "a great way to welcome many domestic and international visitors during The Bahamas Independence week"

Wikivoyage's Do list names "Paul Petty as a good local fishing guide"

"large, air-conditioned, 2 bedroom suites with fully equipped kitchens" from 800 to 1,200 square feet on Queens Highway, Governors Harbour

Jul 28-Aug 2, 2027; "live entertainment, junkanoo rush-outs, and delicious native dishes"

Jul 28-Aug 2, 2027; "live entertainment by Bahamian Artists, fashion shows, and various competitions"

Jul 31-Aug 2, 2027; "delicious native food, ice-cold beverages, desserts, live entertainment, and games"

Governor's Harbour; "Breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days a week"

Rock Sound; "Very reasonably priced and good local food"; +1 242-334-2121

South Palmetto Point; +1 242-332-1504

Queen's Highway, across from the pier in James Cistern; "Basic local bar, cold beer and good Bahamian food"; +1 242-335-6223

Queen's Highway, ".5 miles south of Palmetto Point Crossroads"; "fresh bread baked on the premises, fresh produce, greens and herbs, jams, jellies"; +1 242-332-0141