Explore Long Island
Overview
Natural beauty meets history on Long Island in the Bahamas, and guided tours will unlock the secrets of both when you arrange for all inclusive adventure exploration package. Visit Sandy Cay, which is home to the island's rare rock iguanas, as well as spotting a wide array of birds, fish, and turtles, which rely on the sanctuary of the Conception Island National Park to thrive. Be sure to check out the splendid dual churches, St. Paul's Anglican Church and St. Peter and St. Paul Roman Catholic Church, which dominates the hills above Clarence Town. There is something for everyone on Long Island, so make certain that you don't miss a thing that this lush tropical island has to offer.
Beaches of Long Island
Known for its serene, captivating beaches, Long Island offers visitors a picturesque place to sunbathe, relax and explore. The beaches of Long Island range from short to long, pink sand to buttery soft yellow, each offering unspoken beauty to those who visit. Some beaches are teeming with activity, crowded with people splashing in the surf, while others are encircled by pine trees and haven’t seen footprints in weeks. The most renown of all is Cape Santa Maria Beach, ranked among the best beaches in the world.
Romance
For beaches that seemingly stretch on for days, visitors flock to the shores of Long Island in the Bahamas. The most beautiful of which, Cape Santa Marie Beach, has garnered accolades such as one of the best beaches in the world, and is a favorite destination point for couples planning their wedding.
Activities
Ecotourism
Believed to be home to the largest nesting grounds of tropical birds in the Bahamas, the Conception Island National Park is an unspoiled wonderland and sanctuary for migrating birds and green & hawksbill turtles. Guided tours will take you on explorations of Sandy Cay, which is home to the island's rare rock iguanas, as well as spotting a wide array of birds, fish, and turtles, which rely on the sanctuary of the national park to thrive. Visitors to the island have a wealth of options when it comes to scheduling great ecotourism packages that include such rare offerings as a chance to visit Dean's Blue Hole, the deepest inland blue hole in the world and home to all manner of freshwater shrimp. Secluded mangroves and wetland areas provide a perfect place to settle in and get some bird watching done while out on holiday.
Scuba Diving
Discovered by Christopher Columbus in 1492, Long Island Diving offers a little something for everyone…from beginning divers to advanced divers. With the deepest blue hole in the Bahamas at over 600’, amazing cave dive and wreck dive opportunities, you’ll need to map out your dive plan so you don’t miss anything. Looking for a resort that offers an unrivaled setting with gorgeous beaches, landscaping, accommodations and adventures for in scuba, snorkeling, fishing and ecotours, check out Cape Santa Maria Beach Resort and enjoy a little bit of paradise!
Airports
Cape Santa Maria MYLM
Deadman’s Cay MYLD
Hog Cay MYXC
Long Island, Hard Bargain MYLR
Long Island, Stella Maris MYLS