Highbourne Cay
Getting to Highbourne Cay
- By boat
- Direct 30min, Seaplane charters.
- Direct 25min, Helicopter charters.
- 20 min, Fixed wing charter flights to neighboring Normans cay.
By Air
Flights depart directly to Nassau from most of the major cities along the East coast. There are direct flights from Newark, New York, Washington D.C., Atlanta, Charlotte, Fort Lauderdale and Miami. Once you have arrived at Nassau International Airport, you will be met by a Highbourne Cay representative who will escort you to the FBO, Odyssey, where you can charter a seaplane directly to Highbourne Cay or a fixed wing plane to the neighboring island of Norman’s Cay. From Norman’s Cay you will be greeted by Highbourne Cay staff who will then take you directly to your accommodation in Highbourne via a 15 minute scenic boat ride.
20 min, Fixed wing charter flights to neighboring Normans cay.
Direct 30min, Seaplane charters.
Direct 25min, Helicopter charters.
By Boat
From a distance, Highbourne Cay is easily identified by a 300' telecommunications tower, visible from 12 miles out on clear days.
When making for Highbourne Cay Marina from the banks, a waypoint of 24°42.37’N and 76° 52.00’W will place boats a little over 2 miles west of the approach. There is a rocky shoal area stretching from about the center of Highbourne Cay in a westerly direction for approximately 1 ¾ miles. This is north of the waypoint. There is another shoal area running from Tea Table Cay (about mile south of the Marina) also in a westerly direction for approximately 1 ¾ miles. This is south of the waypoint. Because of these two hazardous areas yachtsmen are strongly advised to navigate to the waypoint from the west.
After arriving at the waypoint, set a course of 090° True until a small island with a white stake is visible, distance about 2 miles. Look for 2 triangular orange and black range markers on the shore of Highbourne Cay. With the range markers aligned one atop the other, the island with the white stake will be close on the starboard side. When the white stake is abeam, immediately look to the north inside the Marina and find 2 more orange and black range markers. When they are aligned one atop the other, proceed into the harbour.
When approaching Highbourne Cay Marina from Exuma Sound, a waypoint of 24° 42.00’N and 76° 48.50’W will place you about ½ mile southeast of the most southerly tip of the island. Steer west, aiming for the larger of 2 tiny islands, and look for 2 rocks south of the most southerly tip of Highbourne. The rocks will be nearly awash at high tide.
Estimate a center line between the islands that you are headed towards and the described rocks. Remain in the southern half, leaving the small islands on your port side closer than the rocks on your starboard side. You will be in 15 feet of water at low tide.
Follow the deep water channel around and bear towards the north. You may find it helpful to find the range markers on your starboard side just north of the beach and keep them astern as you head west before turning to the north into the Marina.
You safety is our concern so please call the Marina on VHF Channel 71 and request further assistance if you have any questions
Please contact the Highbourne Cay office for all travel details.
VHF Channels 16 and 71
Tel: (242) 355-1008
Email: Info@highbournecaybahamas.com
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Bimini Island Air
This private air charter flies to all of the Out Islands and has several sized plans to accomodate travelers. 954-938-8991 |
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Aerborne Aviation
Reservations: 866.359.2372 Founded in 1996, Aerborne Aviation provides personalized services to the public with safety, friendliness and quality foremost in mind. The company has a proud tradition of personal service with an outstanding safety record. Our expert staff is available 24 hours a day to provide on-demand, cost effective flights, and make all of the arrangements that are necessary for your flight needs. Our main activity and prime destinations are in the Bahamas, the Northern Caribbean, the State of Florida, and the Southeast U.S. |
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Air Flight Charters
(954) 359-0320 Fort Lauderdale International Airport |
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Le Air Charter
Phone: 242-377-2356 |
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Locair
Locair offers the only non-stop connection between Tampa and The Bahamas currently and operates varied styles of passenger and cargo seat configurations affording passengers the flexibility of bringing large items on board (i.e. pets, golf clubs, fishing gear, water skis, etc). Whether you need to ship 4,400 pounds of marine parts, 18 of your closest friends, or a production crew and their gear, Locair can provide you with one-stop total air travel solution. Reservation number: 877.359.4160 (US tollfree), 800.205.0730 (Bahamas tollfree) |
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Professional Air Charter
954-938-9508 Executive charters to many Out Island locations. Call direct for quote. |
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Southern Air
from Nassau to Deadmans Cay (Long Is.), North Eleuthera, Governors Harbour and Stella Maris and more 242-377-2014 x5 |
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Take Flight Air Charters
242-362-1877 |
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