Great Exuma · Bahamas
Soft White Sand, Turquoise Water: Island Stories from Exuma
Beaches, snorkelling, island-hopping, local food and culture — a Caribbean travel blog for slow days by the sea and adventures out on the water.
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10 reasons to visit Exuma
- Pristine beaches Some of the most stunning beaches in the world, with powdery white sand and crystal-clear turquoise water.
- Swimming with pigs Swim with the famous pigs of Pig Beach, Exuma’s most iconic attraction.
- Thunderball Grotto Explore the underwater cave from the James Bond films — perfect for snorkelling and diving.
- Marine life Vibrant coral reefs, turtles and tropical fish to discover snorkelling or scuba diving.
- Sailing and yachting Sail or charter a yacht to explore the many cays and hidden corners of the Exuma archipelago.
- Ecotourism Eco-friendly tours of untouched nature reserves, mangroves and bird sanctuaries.
- Private villas Exuma is known for beautiful private villas right on the sand.
- Bonefishing A world-class bonefishing destination, with wide flats and trophy-sized catches.
- Island hopping Hop from one picture-perfect island to the next, each with its own charm.
- Bahamian culture Authentic Bahamian food, lively festivals and warm island hospitality.
From the beach at Saffron House
Saffron House was a bright, airy beachfront villa on Great Exuma, on a soft white-sand beach three miles west of Exuma International Airport and fifteen minutes from George Town. Guests swam, kayaked, paddleboarded and snorkelled right off the beach, and watched sunrises and sunsets second to none.
Saffron House no longer takes bookings. Today, it publishes this Caribbean travel blog.
