The Raggeds & Jumentos Islands

The Raggeds and Jumentos Islands are remote and sparsely developed, with only a few all-weather anchorages and almost no shore facilities, so cruisers coming here need to be self‑sufficient and well provisioned. Many are attracted by the quiet anchorages, good spearfishing and snorkeling, informal cruiser gatherings, and the sense of isolation that is harder to find in better‑known Bahamian chains.

Flamingo Cay Cave is of particular interest to visiting sailors and is accessible by dinghy; it is known for its unique rock formations.

Double Breasted Cay is a popular stop, with hikes, a cave, a kitesurf spot, and great snorkeling all close by.

The informal Hog Cay Yacht Club beach bar, towards the southern end of the chain, is the home of regular cruiser gatherings, adding a low‑key social focus to an otherwise remote cruising ground.

Protection in the Raggeds and Jumentos is mostly from the east, and many anchorages become exposed when winter cold fronts cause the wind to turn.

Places to stay

Below are the most popular and highly rated places to stay, based on feedback from the noforeignland community:

Anchorages

	Between the Raggeds	5.0 ★	Review summary: Approach this anchorage carefully, using charts and timing your arrival with high tide. It provides shelter with consistently calm waters, unaffected by varying wind directions. With beautiful natural surroundings and opportunities for spearfishing, it's a favored spot for anchoring.
	Hog Cay	4.9 ★	Review summary: Hog Cay is a popular anchorage known for its excellent sand holding and vibrant cruiser community gatherings, like potlucks and bonfires. Visitors enjoy hiking trails and the social scene at Hog Cay Yacht Club. Bull sharks have been noted nearby, and the anchorage can be rolly in northeast winds.
	House Bay	4.9 ★	Review summary: Anchoring in House Bay offers excellent holding in a sand bottom with ample space for vessels, providing good protection from winds spanning northeast to southeast. Visitors appreciate the picturesque setting and proximity to a stunning beach, although some swell may affect comfort depending on weather.
	Double Breasted Cay	4.4 ★	Review summary: Large anchorage on sand offers excellent holding power, making it popular during winds. Despite occasional swell in certain wind conditions, it generally provides good protection. Explorations around the beaches and reefs are highlights, promising a memorable stay for visitors.
	Flamingo Cay North Bight	4.3 ★	Review summary: Flamingo Cay North Bight provides excellent shelter from southerly winds, offering reliable protection and good anchorage holding. In calm conditions, the bay presents a beautiful setting.
	Spanish Well Bay	4.2 ★	Review summary: Anchoring conditions are favorable with adequate shelter, particularly in E-NE winds. The nearby beach provides excellent proximity for anchoring close to shore with sufficient depth. Visitors should be mindful of experiential factors like potential swell and unexplained stinging sensations noted by some.
	Johnson Cay	4.1 ★	Review summary: Johnson Cay features good shelter from southerlies and offers a picturesque setting with sugar sand beaches. Room is available for multiple yachts to anchor. Visitors appreciate the snorkeling opportunities and the inviting natural landscape, including a small resident goat herd.
	Flamingo Cay - Two Palms	4.1 ★	Review summary: Offering good shelter from the east, Flamingo Cay - Two Palms is an anchorage with good holding in sand and persistent east winds. Visitors frequently encounter bull sharks, making swimming from the boat risky, yet enjoying snorkeling and cave exploration a breeze.
	Buenavista Cay	4.0 ★	Review summary: This anchorage is characterized by its expansive bay with deep waters close to the shore. Visitors enjoy the protection from eastern winds, making nights comfortable. Snorkeling opportunities abound around the area, enhancing the experience for those seeking marine exploration.
	Cave Anchorage (South Flamingo)	3.8 ★	Review summary: Visitors face challenges with anchoring securely at South Flamingo, with better holding near the beach or in the northern part of the bay being mentioned multiple times. Occasional swell can make for a rolly experience, but natural attractions like turtles and sunsets are common highlights.

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