Whether you want to lay on the beach and not see a soul all day, explore the natural beauty of the island, or enjoy the vibrant culture of the Bahamas, Eleuthera is the place for you. For the venturesome this island offers never ending possibilities. Cliff jumping, snorkeling, ocean holes and hiking are common activities for those with an adventurous spirit. Eleuthera and neighboring Harbour Island are known for some of the best fishing in the Caribbean. If you just want to kick back and relax, the island has some of the most pristine pink sand beaches in the world. Eleuthera is not a “tourist destination” and is very much a self-guided experience. The island’s economy is dominated by fishing and agriculture so fresh food and the best dining experiences are never far away.
About the Island
The name Eleuthera refers both to the single Bahamian island and its associated chain of small islands, which include Harbour Island, Windermere Island, Man Island and Current Island.
Eleuthera forms part of the Great Bahama Bank on its western edge and its eastern coastline faces the Atlantic Ocean. The main island of Eleuthera lies 50 miles east of Nassau. It is a long and thin island; 110 miles long and little more than 1.0 mile wide at its narrowest. The island has an estimated area of 457.4 square-kilometers, and presents 210 miles of coastline.
FAQs
CAR RENTALS
Eleuthera is a very rural island and is about 110 miles long. To fully enjoy the beauty of this island we suggest renting a car. Rentals run about $65/day and are definitely worth the investment!
CELL PHONES
US and Canadian cell phones work on the island. The reception is actually quite good. Be sure to check with your cell phone provider to see if there are international plans you can subscribe to during your visit
SAFETY
The Island is famous for being safe- everybody knows everybody so there is very little crime. Petty theft does occur so be sensible about locking up your belongings.
CURRENCY
U.S Currency is accepted island-wide and about the same value as the Bahamian dollar and can be used interchangeably. Most resorts and restaurants accept credit cards but keep in mind that smaller stores only accept cash
GROCERIES
There are several grocery stores on the island. One in Governor’s Harbour that has all of the basics as well as an organic farm in Palmetto Point. Keep in mind that everything costs about %50 more than US prices.
WATER
The municipality water in Eleuthera is treated and safe to drink. Most island visitors prefer to drink bottled water to stay on the safe side. Ocean Breeze has a series of filtration systems and the water is very safe to drink.
FAQs
CAR RENTALS
Eleuthera is a very rural island and is about 110 miles long. To fully enjoy the beauty of this island we suggest renting a car. Rentals run about $65/day and are definitely worth the investment!
CELL PHONES
US and Canadian cell phones work on the island. The reception is actually quite good. Be sure to check with your cell phone provider to see if there are international plans you can subscribe to during your visit
SAFETY
The Island is famous for being safe- everybody knows everybody so there is very little crime. Petty theft does occur so be sensible about locking up your belongings.
CURRENCY
U.S Currency is accepted island-wide and about the same value as the Bahamian dollar and can be used interchangeably. Most resorts and restaurants accept credit cards but keep in mind that smaller stores only accept cash
GROCERIES
There are several grocery stores on the island. One in Governor’s Harbour that has all of the basics as well as an organic farm in Palmetto Point. Keep in mind that everything costs about %50 more than US prices.
WATER
The municipality water in Eleuthera is treated and safe to drink. Most island visitors prefer to drink bottled water to stay on the safe side. Ocean Breeze has a series of filtration systems and the water is very safe to drink.