Green Turtle Cay
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Green Turtle Cay is located in the "Abaco Out Islands" and is 3 miles (4.8 km) long and 1/2 mile wide. It was named after the abundance of green turtles that inhabited the area. The population of the island is about 450 and its main settlement is New Plymouth which was founded in the 18th century.
It is a very popular cruiser's stop-over.
Green Turtle Cay is known for its excellent beaches and has several boat marinas. It also contains a museum featuring the paintings of noted Bahamian painter Alton Lowe.
Charts
See Abacos.
Weather
See Bahamas.
Passages
See Abacos.
Islands
See Abacos.
Communication
See Abacos.
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Entrance
Green Turtle Cay has a port of entry to the Bahamas.
If checking in, clearance must be done in New Plymouth. Berth at either Black Sound or White Sound.
- Customs and Immigration
- Phone: +242 365 4077
- Address: Parliament Street, New Plymouth
- Working hours: 0900-1700 (Mon-Fri, Weekends by request)
For details See Bahamas.
Berthing
Ports
- White Sound
- New Plymouth - Easy dinghy access from either of the above. Public dinghy dock. Small village with stores, supplies, restaurants, etc.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
White Sound
Two marina/resorts. Anchorage and moorings
- Bluff House Marina: Ph:242 356 4247, Fax:4248, 45 slips. max. draft=4', electricity, repair facility nearby, fuel, water and ice, showers, laundry, restaurant/bar, shops closeby. Watch for "eat your dockage" special when cost of your meals and drinks are deducted from your dockage bill. Email
- Green Turtle Club & Marina: PO Box ab 22792, Ph:242 365 4271, Fax:242 365 4272, VHF 16, 35 slips, min draft = 5.5', electricity, fuel, water & ice, showers, laundry, restaurant, shops. Watch for "eat your dockage" special when cost of your meals and drinks are deducted from your dockage bill. Email
Black Sound
Anchorage and moorings
- Black Sound Marina: Ph:242 365 4531, Fax:4567, 15 slips, Email
- The Other Shore Club: Min depth: Entry channel is 4.5', then 6' within. Ph:242 365 4338/4226, VHF 16, 15 slips, 4 moorings, max length 50ft. Water, electricity, showers, laundry, fuel. Inexpensive rates. "Pineapples Bar and Grill" on the premises. Email
New Plymouth
Easy dinghy access from either of the above. Public dinghy dock. Small village with stores, supplies, restaurants, etc.
Anchorages
- White Sound - moorings and anchorage in grass
- Black Sound - mooring and anchorage in grass
Amenities
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Water | In the marinas |
Electricity | In the marinas |
Toilets | In the marinas |
Showers | In the marinas |
Laundry | In the marinas |
Garbage | In the marinas |
Supplies | |
Fuel | In the marinas |
Bottled gas | ? |
Chandlers | ? |
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Repairs | ? |
Internet | ? |
Mobile connectivity | ? |
Vehicle rentals | ? |
Provisioning
Near some of the marinas
Eating out
- Have an elegant meal at the Bluff House, or go to the Jolly Roger for drinks and simpler fare. Check to see if the Gully Roosters band will be playing. Great fun
- Dinner at drinks at the Green Turtle Club also in White Sound
Transportation
List transportation (local and/or international.)
Tourism
History
Give a short history of the island.)
Places to Visit
- Tour New Plymouth, an 18th century Loyalist town with restaurants, shops, museums, etc.
Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forums
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
Links
- Green Turtle Cay at the Wikipedia
References & Publications
See Abacos.
Comments
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- Two nice totally protected harbors and a delightful town. Very quiet in comparison to the towns and cays on the other side of "The Whale". Rent a golf cart to get to the ocean beach, the marinas and their restaurants, and New Plymouth.
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