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Discover Staniel Cay

Exuma Cays Bahamas

Fun Things To Do On Staniel Cay

Discover Staniel Cay

If you are used to spending your vacations in bustling cities full of people and activity, Staniel Cay will be a bit of a change of pace. The small cays in the Exumas are known for their laid-back atmosphere, friendly locals, and beautiful beaches. While it may be different from what you’re used to, there’s no need to worry – you’ll quickly fall in love with the slower pace of life here.

One thing you may notice right away is that everyone seems to know each other. In such a small community, it’s not uncommon for people to stop and chat when they pass one another on the street. Don’t be surprised if strangers strike up a conversation with you – they’re just being friendly!

At Staniel Cay Adventures we think Staniel Cay is the reason for Instagram. With sapphire-blue water everywhere, The Exuma Cays are an exotic collection of dream destinations. Footprint-free beaches, ultra exclusive resorts and islands fit for celebrities make this tropical paradise an absolute gem. Here, nature outnumbers man, coastlines remain flawless and private homes play host to some of the world’s most famous stars. The Exuma Cays truly are the ultimate escape.

Visit Staniel Cay  in the Exuma Cays Bahamas and have an adventure you will share for years to come! Flights to Staniel Cay are available from Makers Air.

Snorkeling

Incredible snorkeling around Staniel Cay and the Exuma Cays

Staniel Cay is one of the many beautiful islands in the Bahamas. It is well known for its stunning beaches and clear turquoise waters. The snorkeling here is some of the best in the world, with an abundance of colorful fish and coral to explore. You will want to visit the Exuma Land and Sea Park for incredible snorkeling experiences, including The Aquarium, Norman’s Cay Sunken Plane, and the many untouched grottos and coral reefs.

This snorkeling guide is for around Staniel Cay and in the Exuma Land and Sea Park and is the best practice anywhere. If you’re a beginner, getting comfortable with snorkeling in a calm, shallow area before venturing into deeper water is essential.

When snorkeling in a park or other natural area, always observe all posted regulations and respect wildlife. Pick up all trash and never touch or disturb coral. When entering or exiting the water, please do so carefully to avoid stepping on coral heads. Finally, be sure to use sunscreen and often reapply, especially if you’ll be in the water for extended periods.

Staniel Cay, Exuma Bahamas Text document titled "EXUMA CAYS LAND & SEA PARK Dinghy & Snorkeling Guide," with guidance on respecting the environment, safety, and snorkeling practices in the Bahamas.
Staniel Cay, Exuma Bahamas A diver swims near a reef with two sharks underwater.

Learn to Scuba Dive on Staniel Cay

Want to Scuba Dive  or discover scuba diving around Staniel Cay?

Staniel Cay Adventures provides boutique scuba diving experience, we cater to small groups of six people or less and focus on personal attention, comfort, safety, and environmental responsibility. We have a luxury boat and keep our service very personal. Join Cameron a PADI Dive Instructor for a dive or two in crystal clear water. Not certified? No problem! Take our Discover Scuba Class for ages 10 years and up.

The Swimming Pig on Pigs Beach

No visit to Staniel Cay would be complete without seeing  the original and now famous Staniel Cay swimming pigs.

Gently touching and petting the pigs is acceptable, but as a general rule, treat the pigs with respect as you would any animal. Please avoid teasing the pigs, putting your hand near their mouth, or trying to ride them. 

Pigs being pigs, they’ll eat anything. The Bahamian Minister of Agriculture and Marine Resources has asked that tourists only feed the pigs pitted fruit and vegetables. The pigs are ONLY to be fed in the water where there is less chance of them ingesting sand. Please read the signage posted on the beach.

Staniel Cay, Exuma Bahamas A pig swimming in clear turquoise water with a bird standing on its back. Sandy beach and greenery visible in the background.
Staniel Cay, Exuma Bahamas Three people are fishing from a boat on the ocean. The man in front is reeling in a line, while the other two stand nearby, smiling. The sky is partly cloudy.

Want to head out fishing around Staniel Cay, Exuma?

Try conch diving, bone fishing, spearfishing, deep sea fishing, reef fishing or traditional Bahamian-style hand line fishing. We have all the gear to get you catching the fish for dinner.

Swim with the Famous Nurse Sharks at Compass Cay

Does swimming with the sharks sound dangerous? Nurse sharks, the bottom-dwelling sharks that live in the warm, shallow waters of the Bahamas are a friendly bunch. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to get up close at Compass Cay just north of Staniel Cay.

The nurse sharks are – for the most part – harmless to swimmers and snorkelers.

Staniel Cay, Exuma Bahamas A person in a swimsuit floats calmly in clear blue water, surrounded by several nurse sharks.
Staniel Cay, Exuma Bahamas Underwater scene featuring a mermaid statue sitting beside a dilapidated piano on a sandy ocean floor.

Have You Ever Seen a Mermaid Playing a Piano?

You’ll be astonished at what can be found just under the surface of the breathtaking Bahamian waters. Enjoy a beautiful boat ride to some of Exuma Cay’s most secret attractions that are like no other! Mr. Copperfield did a really cool thing back in 2011. He commissioned an artist to sculpt a statue of a mermaid looking at a grand piano. He then sank the sculpture in about 13-15 feet of water off of Rudder Cay, which is just south of Musha Cay, and had a contest to see who could find it. Since then it has become a go-to site for snorkeling among cruisers, charters, and day boats tours.

The Washing Machine also known as Lazy River or Waterslide

A 30 minute boat ride from Staniel Cay you will find The Washing Machine on Shroud Cay (located in the Exuma Land & Sea Park) will give you quite the rush as you’re turned head over heels for a couple of minutes. Just like the namesake piece of laundry equipment, it’s ultimately refreshing. Once you’re released from the gentle swirl, you’ll find yourself above a majestic reef home to an incredible spectacle of dazzling marine life: including placid sea turtles and a variety of fish. It’s quite the adrenaline kick, so come experience it for yourself!

Staniel Cay, Exuma Bahamas Tropical beach scene with turquoise water, white sand, and lush greenery. Several people are relaxing in the sand and shallow water under a blue sky with scattered clouds.

Staniel Cay It’s Da Ting To Do!

If that’s not enough, use this list to get you started.

1. Beaches on Staniel Cay
2. Fishing
3. Discover Scuba or Scuba Diving
4. Visit the Exuma Land and Sea Park
5. Head to Little Farmers Cay for the day and see the turtles.
6. Have lunch at Black Point
7. Take a walk and explore
8. Meet friends at the Staniel Cay Yacht Club
9. Snorkel the sunken plane at the end of Staniel Cay
10. see the Mermaid playing the piano
11. Beach Party
12. Friday Souse Night at Bigs Dogs
13. Pirate Trap Beach
14. Rachels Bubble Bath
15. See the Swimming Pigs
16. Read a Staniel Cay book
17. Snorkel the Aquarium
18. Visit the sandbar on the backside of Sampson Cay
19. Visit the sandbar at Pipe Creek
20. Swim with the Nurse Sharks at Compass Cay.
21. Snorkel Thunderball Grotto
22. Snorkel Rocky Dundas Cave
23. Bahamian Rock Iguanas on Bitter Guana Cay

Staniel Cay, Exuma Bahamas A person in a swimsuit floats calmly in clear blue water, surrounded by several nurse sharks.
Staniel Cay, Exuma Bahamas Aerial view of boats anchored in clear turquoise water near a rocky, vegetation-covered coastline.
Staniel Cay, Exuma Bahamas Aerial view of a tropical coastline with turquoise waters, white sandy beaches, and scattered green vegetation under a clear blue sky.
Staniel Cay, Exuma Bahamas Beachfront cabin with a wooden deck, surrounded by greenery. White umbrellas and lounge chairs on the sandy shore. A boardwalk leads to the cabin with a view of turquoise water.
Staniel Cay, Exuma Bahamas Pigs swimming in clear shallow water near a white motorboat with "Staniel Cay Adventures" written on it. Sandy beach and people are visible in the background.
Staniel Cay, Exuma Bahamas Person snorkeling in clear blue water, surrounded by underwater rock formations and fish.
Staniel Cay, Exuma Bahamas Two scuba divers swim among vibrant coral reefs and colorful fish. A sea turtle is visible nearby.
Staniel Cay, Exuma Bahamas Two people snorkel near a coral reef surrounded by colorful fish in clear blue water.
Staniel Cay, Exuma Bahamas A white boat floats on clear blue water under a partly cloudy sky, with an underwater view of the ocean's surface.
Staniel Cay, Exuma Bahamas Two men on a boat fishing in the ocean. One man is holding a fishing rod while the other stands nearby, smiling. The sky is clear and the water is blue.
Staniel Cay, Exuma Bahamas Beach scene with six lounge chairs under white canopies facing turquoise water. A wooden pier extends into the sea, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.
Staniel Cay, Exuma Bahamas Person crouching on a sandy beach near clear water, surrounded by six small pigs. Trees line the background under a cloudy sky.
Staniel Cay, Exuma Bahamas A pig swimming in clear turquoise water with a bird standing on its back. Sandy beach and greenery visible in the background.
Staniel Cay, Exuma Bahamas A person in a wetsuit snorkels above a vibrant coral reef, surrounded by diverse, colorful fish in clear blue water.
Staniel Cay, Exuma Bahamas A woman in a yellow dress appears to play a submerged piano next to a mermaid statue under the ocean.