Andros
Last updated: 29 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 feedback from the noforeignland community:
Anchorages
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Morgan’s Bluff | 4.6 ★ |
Review summary: Anchoring is notably reliable with good holding in sand, offering a safe haven primarily from southerly winds. Visitors appreciate the presence of local eateries and the famed 'Below Deck' bar, which is described repeatedly as a social hub. North wind protections are limited, requiring caution.
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South Bight | 3.0 ★ |
Review summary: Anchoring overnight at South Bight offers a calm refuge with 30-knot winds from the south and east. The location provides good holding even with the presence of swells and variable currents, giving visitors a comfortable stopover in the area.
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Yacht clearance
This table summarizes first-hand reviews from sailors who have checked in to this part of Bahamas.
Ports of entry offices
| Morgan’s Bluff Harbour Master | 4.0 ★ |
Review summary: Check-in at Morgan's Bluff is facilitated by the Harbour Master, who coordinates with Customs and Immigration for clearance. Visitors can conveniently handle both processes on-site, often within a short waiting time. The service costs $50 in cash for each clearance.
Place marker mentions: check in steps and opening hours.
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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