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Things to Do
Elbow Cay is approximately 6 miles long and ¼ miles wide.
It is protected by one of the world’s most magnificent
barrier reefs. The island is a boating, swimming, snorkeling,
diving and fishing paradise.
The main community on Elbow Cay is Hope Town, a small, quiet
18th century fishing village built on a picturesque protected
harbor. Hope Town was established in the 1780s following the
American Revolution by American colonists loyal to the British
crown. Its harbor is dominated by a 130 year old candy striped
lighthouse, one of only three hand wound
kerosene-powered lighthouses remaining the world today.
Hope Town has a number of good restaurants, several grocery
and liquor stores, interesting shops, modern marinas, and
boat, golf cart and bicycle rentals. Motorized traffic is
largely banned in Hope Town (except for service vehicles),
so the quaint little town must be explored on foot or bicycle.
Golf carts and bicycles are the primary mode of transportation
for the rest of the island.
Fishing, boating, snorkeling, scuba diving, surfing, sailing,
beach combing, shelling, relaxing, exploring are the primary
activities on Elbow Cay. Deep sea and bone fishing excursions,
and snorkel and scuba trips are available with expert guides.
There are secluded beaches to discover and enjoy that are
easily accessible by rental boat.
Hope Town on Elbow Cay is the perfect destination for those
who want to “go native”. With friendly people,
delightful restaurants, and lively local bars, it is the native
Bahamian island experience at its finest. Best of all, it’s
easy to reach from the United States.
For more information on Elbow Cay and its neighboring islands,
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