Andros
Last updated: 28 January 2026
Overview
Andros, the largest island in the Bahamas, offers long stretches of mangrove‑lined shoreline and relatively few established anchorages, giving a cruising experience focused more on isolation and natural surroundings. The main hub at Nicholls Town provides basic amenities and provisioning options for visiting yachts.
Attractions
Near Morgan’s Bluff, you can find Henry Morgans Cave, a spot local stories link to hidden treasure buried by 17th‑century privateer Sir Henry Morgan. Futher south, Gibson Cay Blue Hole offers excellent snorkelling when conditions are settled.
Notes for mariners
Andros waters include a maze of shallow banks and intricate channels, especially in areas like the Bight of Andros.
Places to stay
Below are the most popular and highly rated places to stay, based on reviews from the noforeignland community:
Anchorages
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Morgan’s Bluff
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4.6
Protection from southeast and west winds is noted, with several visitors mentioning good holding characteristics in sand. The Below Deck bar received positive attention for its friendliness and services, despite some variability in local food offerings and limited walking options.
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Middle Bight
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4.0
Anchoring in Middle Bight offers a calm environment with good holding. Visitors noted a strong tidal flow, making it essential to manage the mooring balls carefully. Exploration options include hiking to a blue hole and checking out an abandoned base.
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South Bight
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3.0
The anchorage experiences swells from the north, particularly noticeable during strong winds. Visitors describe it as somewhat exposed but have found the holding to be generally adequate. Horse flies can be troublesome, and amenities are limited in the area.
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Marinas
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Fresh Creek Marina
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4.0
The marina features modern docks and provides services during operational hours. Docking costs are noted as high, with rates at $4.50 per foot. Visitors should check recent Reviews for additional context or updates.
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Harbours
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Docking at Fresh Creek Government Dock costs $6.80 per day. Visitors indicated it is sheltered from wind and has various local amenities including food options. Access is recommended two hours before high water to ease docking.
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Yacht clearance links
Useful yacht clearance links:
- Bahamas Customs: Arrival, cruising permits and forms for private pleasure vessels
- https://www.bahamascustoms.gov.bs/visitor-info/marine-vessel-declarations-cruising-permits/
- Bahamas Customs: Explains process including Click2Clear
- https://www.bahamascustoms.gov.bs/imports-and-exports/about-ecas/
- Bahamas Customs: Pleasure vessel FAQs (obligation to clear, repeat visits and related small‑craft questions).
- https://www.bahamascustoms.gov.bs/resources/faqs/
- The Bahamas Out Islands Promotion Board: Overview of the entry procedure, documents required and fees
- https://www.myoutislands.com/plan-your-trip-to-bahamas/boating-regulations
- Bahamas Immigration: Inward Passenger & Crew Manifest
- https://www.oldbahamabayresorts.com/media/pdfs/immigrationform.pdf
- Noonsite: Verified clearance procedures, processes and fees.
- https://www.noonsite.com/place/bahamas/
Yacht clearance reviews
The following lists summarize noforeignland user reviews for clearing in at ports of entry and when using clearance agents in Bahamas:
Ports of entry offices
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Check-in procedures at Morgan's Bluff are efficiently managed. Customs and immigration services come to the location for a total fee of $100, with an average wait time of around thirty minutes. Staff interactions tend to be helpful and friendly.
Place details mention: check in steps and opening hours.
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