ABOUT STANIEL CAY

Picture a place where you can leave your wallet at the bar and your shoes on the beach — and both will be there tomorrow.

– Buster Pike, three-time returning guest

People often ask us why we chose Staniel Cay as the winter home for the Magic Bus instead of the BVI’s. Sure, we could talk about the warm, welcoming locals who make you feel safe and at home the moment you arrive. Or we could highlight its location near the stunning Exuma National Park—easily one of the most beautiful cruising grounds in the world. But the real reason? It still feels like a hidden gem, untouched and waiting to be discovered.

Here’s a quick video showing why starting your Exuma charter in Staniel Cay beats Nassau hands down. So, why don’t the big charter companies offer it? Working at the edge of paradise is too challenging for them—they can’t manage the logistics, staff, or lack of docks and services. Lucky for you, we can.

We’ve spent a lifetime sailing the BVIs and the southern islands, but it wasn’t until a pandemic voyage that we discovered the magic of the Exumas. What we quickly realized is that most charters starting and ending in Nassau burn up too much time for a one-week trip to even reach the heart of the Exumas. Those 7-day charters often feel rushed, with one long day sailing in and an even longer day back—especially if the weather doesn’t cooperate. Starting and ending in Staniel Cay, on the other hand, is like gaining two extra days of adventure. And let’s be honest, beginning your vacation in Staniel beats Nassau or Tortola any day.