Stocking Island
A long, narrow sandbar island across from George Town, with calm bays on the inner side and a long beach and lighthouse hill on the outer side. It is the classic boat trip from Great Exuma.
Stocking Island stretches about 11 kilometers and shields Elizabeth Harbour like a barrier. On the harbor side are calm, shallow bays such as Hamburger Beach and Volleyball Beach, suitable for swimming and snorkeling. Crossing the dune path to the open-sea side brings you to a long white-sand beach that is almost deserted. The waves are stronger there, but the views are wide. The island also has Monument Hill, a high point for looking over the harbor, and Blue Holes that can be explored by diving. Water taxis run from the George Town pier in about 10 to 15 minutes (round trip around USD 15 to 20 per person, depending on the day). You can also rent a small boat and drive yourself. The island has few facilities, so bring plenty of drinking water and sun protection.
Opening hours
All day (water taxis operate during daytime)
Nearby sights
- Monument Beach & Monument Hill
- Hamburger Beach
- Chat 'N' Chill (Volleyball Beach)
- Elizabeth Harbour
- George Town Straw Market
- St. Andrew's Anglican Church
- George Town & Lake Victoria
- Jolly Hall Beach