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Exumas Out Islands, The Bahamas Travel Guide

Money-Saving Strategies

Strategies extend your budget.

Discount Opportunities

  • No widely available tourist discount cards or passes for the Exumas.
  • The majority of sights are natural sites without entrance fees.
  • Reachable by tour operators usually without specific passes.
  • Natural sites rarely have formal ticket lines.

Free Activities

  • Enjoy numerous public beaches like Tropic of Cancer Beach.
  • Explore Georgetown on foot, soaking in local atmosphere.
  • Swim in the crystal-clear ocean for free.
  • Beachcombing at Coco Plum Beach is a free activity.

Dining Deals

  • Some resorts or local bars may have happy hour specials.
  • Inquire at your accommodation or local spots for deals.
  • Look for lunch specials at local eateries.
  • Lunch options often offer more economical meals.

Transportation Savings

  • Share taxis with other travelers from the airport.
  • Use local jitneys for cheaper short distances on Great Exuma.
  • A shared boat trip costs less per person than a private charter.
  • Consider shared boat tours for group travel to Exuma Cays.

Accommodation Alternatives

Choices reduce food costs.

Cost-Saving Stays

  • Choose vacation rentals with kitchens for meal preparation.
  • Prepare some meals at home for substantial savings.
  • Consider guesthouses or smaller, locally-owned hotels.
  • Avoid big resorts for budget-conscious stays.

Seasonal Savings

  • Travel in the quiet season (July-October).
  • Generally lower accommodation rates apply then.
  • Explore off-peak times for better value.
  • Reduced crowds often make low season appealing.

Pre-Booking Advantages

  • Pre-booking flights and accommodations secures spots.
  • Popular boat tours benefit from early reservation.
  • Better rates often accompany early bookings.
  • Car rentals benefit from pre-booking for availability.

Group Travel Options

  • For group tours, shared boat trips are economical.
  • Significantly cheaper per person for group excursions.
  • Coordinate large vacation rental bookings in advance.
  • Private hire offer flexibility for larger groups.

Note

For short distances on Great Exuma, local jitneys are a cheaper alternative to non-public taxis.

Time-Saving Tips

Efficient planning maximizes your time enjoying the Exumas' beauty.

Swimming Pigs

Go in the early morning or late afternoon for fewer crowds.

Thunderball Grotto

Go at low tide for simpler entry and better visibility.

Inter-Island Flights

Faster than longer boat journeys for exploring northern Cays.

Efficient Routing & Booking

Routing Suggestions

  • Group activities by geographical area.
  • Dedicate one day to a northern Cays boat tour.
  • Another day for southern Great Exuma beaches.

Pre-Booking Essentials

  • Book flights, accommodations, and popular boat tours early.
  • Secure your spot, especially for high season travel.
  • Pre-book car rentals for availability on arrival.

Planning Note

Skip-the-line options are not applicable for most Exuma attractions; natural sites do not have formal ticket lines.

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