The heart of the Exuma Cays. Gateway to the swimming pigs at Big Major, the Thunderball Grotto, and the legendary Staniel Cay Yacht Club.
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Staniel Cay sits in the middle of the Exuma Cays, a chain of pristine islands slicing through turquoise water between Nassau and Great Exuma. This tiny island, barely two miles long, punches far above its weight thanks to its proximity to some of the most photographed attractions in The Bahamas.
Staniel Cay Airport (ICAO: MYES) features a 3,000 foot paved runway that accommodates light jets, turboprops, and piston aircraft. The Pilatus PC-12, King Air, and Citation Mustang are popular fits for this runway.
From Fort Lauderdale expect about 1 hour 15 minutes of flight time. From Nassau, the short hop takes roughly 25 minutes. The airport sits within walking distance of the Staniel Cay Yacht Club.
From swimming pigs to secret grottos and the legendary yacht club, Staniel Cay is the social hub of the Exuma Cays.
Just a short boat ride from Staniel Cay, Big Major Cay is home to the famous swimming pigs. These free roaming feral pigs wade into the shallows to greet visitors, creating one of the most photographed experiences in The Bahamas.
Featured in the James Bond film Thunderball, this partially submerged cave glows with sunlight filtering through natural skylights in the ceiling. Snorkelers drift through with tropical fish in a truly cinematic setting.
The brightly painted cottages of the Staniel Cay Yacht Club have anchored this community for decades. The club's bar is the unofficial living room of the Exuma Cays and a must visit for any charter guest.
Staniel Cay Yacht Club offers waterfront cottages painted in cheerful pastels, a legendary bar, a full service marina, and charter fishing guides. The vibe is laid back, flip flop casual, and effortlessly glamorous.
Embrace Resort offers slightly larger suites with beach access, while private villa rentals on neighboring cays provide complete seclusion for families and groups seeking their own piece of paradise.
Vanbert Aviation flies light jets and high performance turboprops directly into Staniel Cay (MYES). The Pilatus PC-12, King Air 350, and Citation CJ1 are well matched to the 3,000 foot runway and short field demands of the Exumas.
From Fort Lauderdale Executive or Miami Opa Locka, flight time runs approximately 1 hour 15 minutes. Our concierge coordinates customs pre clearance at Nassau or direct arrival depending on schedule.
The golf cart and small boat transfers from MYES to your accommodation are arranged in advance. Nothing on Staniel Cay is more than a few minutes away by water.
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