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The
Exumas are a string of 365 islands and cays that stretch across 130
miles of crystal blue waters. Natural harbors and secluded beaches
are the base for further adventure! Explore pristine reefs full of a
variety of fishes and corals, quiet trails through mangrove
estuaries, cross amazingly clear backcountry flats where you can
easily see stingrays, starfish, anemones, sea turtles, lemon sharks
and that elusive bonefish! Wild goats may be spotted on a remote
bluff.
The islands are formed of oolitic limestone which has been
dramatically carved by wind and water to form breathtaking cliffs
and overhangs. Although the soil is thin, it supports lush foliage
that seems to grow from the rock itself. The Bahamas are a truly a
nature lover's paradise. Kayaking
trips to the Exumas are offered with lodging or camping. Sea kayaks
with rudders are used. Lodging trips are
7 days, 6 nights. Exumas
Lodging Trip Nov 30 - Dec 6, 2009 The
lodging trip takes us to the beautiful Cut House, which is uniquely
situated on a bluff overlooking the cut between Great Exuma and
Little Exuma, the backcountry flats, and the ocean. This trip is
limited to 6 guests. Accommodations are two villas. The
larger villa has two bedrooms with either a king or 2 twins in each
room, a spacious private bath and kitchen.
The
smaller villa has two bedrooms with a queen in one room, either a
king or 2 twins in the other room, and shared bath. Price is based on double occupancy. This includes all kayaking equipment, experienced guides, meals, lodging, and ground transportation in the Exumas. Day
1. Upon arrival into the Exumas, we will take a 45 minute taxi ride
through the rustic settlements of Great Exuma. A stop in Georgetown
can be made for last minute items or to rent snorkel gear. When we
arrive at the Cut House, you can relax, unpack and explore the
grounds. That evening, our hostess, Barbara, will give an informal
reception with a light dinner consisting of a fabulous array of hors
d'oeuvres in the main house . Day
2. We will situate each person with their kayak and give
instruction. A paddle through a tidal mangrove trail
and an introduction to the wildlife and ecology of the area
will follow. After lunch, we will meet on the beach and snorkel to a lively
inshore reef. Our evening meals will be taken in the Hill
House overlooking the ocean. Days
3-6 will take us on a variety of full-day and half-day kayak
explorations including a circumnavigation of the stunningly
beautiful Moriah Cay, snorkeling an extensive offshore reef located
in 10-15 feet of water, thorough exploration of the backcountry
bonefish flats and mangrove trail systems, and paddling the clear
turquoise waters to the uninhabited offshore cays. Full days of
activities are planned, or you may choose to take time to read,
lounge on the private deck, bicycle into the small settlement of
Williamstown, or relax on the secluded beach. The last day leaves time for a morning swim before we head back to civilization. We will stop in Georgetown for shopping at the local straw market and boutiques for vacation souvenirs before heading to the airport. Exumas Camping Trip Camping in the Exumas allows us to explore the numerous uninhabited cays north of Great Exuma. Paddle
across some of the most beautiful waters in the world! Pitch your
tent on an isolated pure white beach and enjoy the stars with no
lights of civilization to interfere. We will travel from island to
island, stopping to swim, snorkel, explore, and simply take in the
sheer beauty! Day 1. Upon arrival in the Exumas, you will travel by local taxi to the Peace N Plenty Inn in Georgetown for our first night's stay. Day
2. The morning is spent on kayaking orientation and packing our
kayaks for our journey to the white sand beach of Normans Pond Cay. Set
camp and enjoy a delicious dinner and the first of many incredible sunsets. Days
3-7. Activities include
snorkeling a variety of reefs and other marine habitats, kayaking to
islands with blow holes, exploring
rock gardens by kayak, fishing, swimming in the amazingly
clear waters, and discovering one beautiful beach after another. Day 8. Sleep in late, swim in the pool or take one last swim in the ocean. After a great breakfast at the Beach Inn there is still time for shopping at the local straw market for vacation souvenirs before heading to the airport. The cost is $1450.00+tax per person, and includes all kayaking equipment, experienced guides, all meals, lodging, and ground transportation in the Bahamas. |
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