Compass Cay Nurse Sharks
Compass Cay Marina
Dozens of nurse sharks gather beneath the dock of a private island. Visitors can enter the water to swim with them or touch them, a thrill that is still safe.
Compass Cay lies about 15 km north of Staniel Cay. Below the private island's dock, dozens of gentle nurse sharks gather year-round. Visitors can enter the water from the floating platform to swim with the sharks, or sit on the edge and let them glide past their feet. The marina charges an entrance fee, and you can also stroll along the island's beach. Nurse sharks are gentle but have teeth, so never put your hand near a shark's mouth, and follow the instructions of the marina staff. Most island-hopping tours include this stop.
Opening hours
About 09:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Rachel's Bubble Bath
- Rocky Dundas
- Sea Aquarium Snorkel Site
- Pig Beach, Big Major Cay
- Thunderball Grotto
- Staniel Cay
- Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park
- Bitter Guana Cay