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Major city · The Bahamas

Elbow Cay

Spend 2–3 days: explore Hope Town, visit Tahiti and Sugar Sand beaches, climb the 1854 lighthouse, and try a half‑day fishing or spearfishing charter.

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Elbow Cay is a six‑mile island east of Great Abaco, reachable by a short ferry from Marsh Harbor. Its main draw is the pastel‑coloured town of Hope Town, historic lighthouse, and easy‑access beaches, making a long stay unnecessary.

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Weather
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Currency
BSD
Best months
Dec–May
avoid Jun–Nov (hurricane risk)
Airport
MHH
Nights
2

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This is a basic guide for Elbow Cay: no airport-to-bed path, walking clusters or day plans yet. Fares and schedules here are unverified. What this page does cover
Rules in force · 7Several islands (Turks and Caicos above all, also the Bah…
  • Caribbean ↗Several islands (Turks and Caicos above all, also the Bahamas and Jamaica) jail visitors for a single stray bullet or cartridge in their luggage; empty every bag and pocket before you pack.
  • Caribbean ↗From August to October keep a free last day before your flight home and check the national hurricane centre daily; airports close when a named storm approaches.
  • Caribbean ↗Wearing camouflage clothing is illegal for civilians in several islands, including Barbados, Antigua, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent, Grenada, Dominica, Trinidad and Tobago and Jamaica; leave it at home, children's clothes included.
  • The Bahamas ↗Check entry rules for your passport on the official Bahamas government sources before you fly; requirements differ by nationality.
  • The Bahamas ↗Respect marine protected areas: fishing, collecting shells or coral and anchoring rules are enforced in national parks such as the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park.
  • The Bahamas ↗Do not bring firearms or ammunition; even a single forgotten round in a bag can lead to arrest.
  • The Bahamas ↗Water-sports operators on Nassau and Paradise Island beaches are poorly regulated: use tour companies booked through your hotel and wear a life jacket.

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  • Walking areas with bag rules
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  • Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
  • Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Elbow Cay911 ▾
  • Police / General emergencies911

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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about Elbow Cay, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works

Decide

What it is known for, and when the weather works

At a glance

What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.

Hope TownTahiti BeachSugar Sand BeachHope Town Historic LighthouseLocal fishing and spearfishing
Airports
MHH Marsh Harbor International Airport (Taxi to Albury’s Ferry Dock, then ~1 h ferry to Hope Town.)

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Best

    26°C (79°F)

  2. Feb

    Best

    27°C (81°F)

  3. Mar

    Best

    28°C (82°F)

  4. Apr

    Best

    29°C (84°F)

  5. May

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  6. Jun

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  7. Jul

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  8. Aug

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  9. Sep

    Avoid

    30°C (86°F)

  10. Oct

    Avoid

    29°C (84°F)

  11. Nov

    Avoid

    27°C (81°F)

  12. Dec

    Best

    26°C (79°F)

Best: Dec–May. Avoid: Jun–Nov. Month by month →

Warmest Jun (31°C (88°F)), coolest Jan (20°C (68°F) low), wettest Jul (11 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Elbow Cay: next 7 days

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Air quality

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

26°C (79°F)

20°C (68°F)

5 rd

Feb

27°C (81°F)

21°C (70°F)

5 rd

Mar

28°C (82°F)

22°C (72°F)

6 rd

Apr

29°C (84°F)

23°C (73°F)

7 rd

May

30°C (86°F)

24°C (75°F)

8 rd

Jun

31°C (88°F)

25°C (77°F)

10 rd

Jul

31°C (88°F)

26°C (79°F)

11 rd

Aug

31°C (88°F)

26°C (79°F)

11 rd

Sep

30°C (86°F)

25°C (77°F)

9 rd

Oct

29°C (84°F)

24°C (75°F)

7 rd

Nov

27°C (81°F)

22°C (72°F)

6 rd

Dec

26°C (79°F)

21°C (70°F)

5 rd

High / low, both scales · rd = rain days

Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Arrive & move

Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Getting around

Foot or bicycle in Hope Town; golf carts for longer trips on the island’s narrow roads.

Nearest full guides

Straight-line distance, not travel time

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time

Tahiti Beach

go

Door to door: 5 min

Golf‑cart or short walk from Hope Town

Shallow, clear water; family‑friendly.

Sugar Sand Beach

go

Door to door: 10 min

Walk behind the fire station and up the bluffs

Located in town; easy access.

Hope Town Lighthouse

go

Door to door: 15 min

Walk up the hill from town centre

Kerosen‑powered lighthouse operating since 1854.

Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in

Eat & sleep

Which area to sleep in

Where to sleep

Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.

Rental cottages in Hope Town

Secluded, often beachfront; ideal for 1–2 nights.

Small resorts around the island

Limited facilities; good for a night or two.

PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Practical

What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Cost per day

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
BSD 80–120 excl. accommodation
Mid
BSD 120–200 excl. accommodation

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency
Cottage or small resort room2 × 2 nights × BSD 180BSD 720
Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × BSD 150BSD 600
Ferry round‑trip to Hope Town2 × BSD 45 · checkBSD 90
Golf‑cart rental (half‑day)2 × BSD 30 · checkBSD 60
eSIM, 1 week data2 × BSD 25 · checkBSD 50
Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurgeBSD 152
Trip total≈ BSD 418 per person per day, bed includedBSD 1,672

2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.

Prices of common things

Meal at Cap’n Jack’sBSD 15–25
Bottled water (1 L)BSD 2–3
Taxi to ferry dock (one way)BSD 10–15

2026 estimate; check locally.

Watch out

Safety

Elbow Cay is generally safe; petty theft is rare but keep valuables locked, watch for strong currents when swimming, and heed hurricane warnings in season.
  • Ferry schedules can change; confirm times before departure.
  • Spearfishing is allowed only with slings; check local regulations.
  • Hurricane season (Jun–Nov) may disrupt travel.

Emergency numbers

Police / General emergencies
911

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Emergency

  • Police / General emergencies911

Embassy

US consulate in Nassau; other embassies in Nassau.

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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Marsh Harbor → Hope Town ferry: about BSD 45 round‑trip, ~1 h (check)
  • Golf‑cart hire (half‑day): about BSD 30

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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources

Deep dive

What this guide covers so far, and its sources

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Elbow Cay. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: Dec–May · avoid Jun–Nov (hurricane risk) · month by month →
  2. 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 2 bands
  5. 3 day-trips, door to door
  6. 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
  2. Walking clusters with bag rules
  3. Day plans checked against opening hours
  4. Field-verified times and fares

Meanwhile

Back to The Bahamas

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