Tahiti beach
Tahiti Beach is a picturesque beach located in the center of Greater Abaco, on the southwestern edge of the small island of Elbow Cay, about 15 minutes from the eponymous port and fishing town, which is famous for its most colorful coast. The shallow lagoon with an emerald necklace of coconut palms rightly gives Tahiti Beach the glory of the most beautiful beach with the most romantic atmosphere on this island.
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Beach description
The long and often deserted (except for the arrival of a few cruise boats with noisy tourist crowds) shore of Tahiti Beach ideally corresponds to the concept of a tropical paradise beach, with an atmosphere of peace, privacy and relaxation. Holidaymakers will find here:
- very fine and incredibly clean, soft white sand all over the shore.;
- Incredibly clear and calm sea waters with turquoise smooth surface shimmering in the sun;
- a large sand spit near the shore;
- unspoiled nature and illusion of being on a desert island paradise;
- beautiful shells in the sand on the shore and starfish in the local waters
Tahiti Beach is one of the best places in Elbow Cay for lovers of silence, privacy and a sense of unity with nature. There are coral and limestone cliffs on the coast, which gives the landscape a fantastic view and makes it an ideal place for romantic photo shoots. Tahiti Beach is also suitable for families with babies because of its generally safe swimming conditions.
Due to the presence of many colorful fishes, rays that can be often found here and excellent transparency of local waters, snorkeling is very relevant on this beach. But you'll have to take care of the equipment by yourself.
You should be careful when swimming – the beach is not monitored by lifeguards, and sharks may swim in the water here. Sometimes you may come across sea urchins, so rubber slippers won't be superfluous here from the safety point of view. Excursions typically arrive here in the evening to allow visitors to admire the colorful sunset on the beach. During this time, you can see about a dozen boats here.
When is the best time to go?
Holidays in the Bahamas are good at any time of the year, but the busy season is in the period from mid-November to May. The Bahamas are disposed quite low in relation to sea level, so the wind blows in the winter months, but it is gentle and soberly pleasant. The air temperature is between 27-29 degrees from the end of autumn to the beginning of summer. Traveling with children, it is better to come in the autumn months, while the spring is more appropriate to go for new emotions, and peacefully enjoy the sunshine – in winter.
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Infrastructure
There are no civilisation signs on the Tahiti-Beach. This is a real lost world. There are no shops and bars, therefore, it is better to think about provisions in advance. However, within distance of about 800 meters away you can find a restaurant serving local and American cuisine.
In general, there is no any services. You may not find even public toilets on the beach. So you should be prepared for the absence of the benefits of civilization on such as this amazingly beautiful beach, where are many chances to plunge into the world of pristine nature.
The closest to the beach place can be located in Hope Town Harbour Lodge, which is a network of cottages located near the coast. Houses are surrounded by beautiful gardens, and they are just a stone's throw from Tahiti Beach. You can also stay at any of the hotels on Big Abako, and go to the beach as a part of a sea excursion. For example, in Abaco Inn, that is located in 1,6 kilometers away from the beach. If you wish to spend your time in silence and to be alone, then you can find a housing in a town Hope-Town (approximately in 5 kilometers from the beach) – for example, in Hope Town Inn.
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- Between Great Abaco (Marsh Harbor) and Elbow Cay a ferry runs daily (three times a day). The way takes about 20 minutes. You can get to Tahiti Beach from Elbow Cay on foot, by bicycle (along sandy paths), by electric car (the best option from Hope Town) on land or by boat on the sea. The latter option is most optimal, especially if you book a sea excursion with visits to other beaches in the vicinity.
- Near the beach (about 3 km from it) you should definitely visit the picturesque old lighthouse in Hope Town, whose 36-meter red-white tower is visible from afar and is accessible for tourists. It is interesting that it originally served as a trap. Mariners came to its light, and ran into reefs, and local residents caught cargo and sold. From the height of this tower you can see the picturesque surroundings and neighboring beaches, which are famous for the Elbow Cay. Next to it there is Garbanzo Beach, which is popular among surfers.
- About 5 km from the beach, you should visit the Cetacean Museum – one of the most interesting sights in the region. In Elbow Cay there is a diving center where you can take diving lessons. And this area is a paradise for fans of birdwatching. Here you can watch more than fifty different species of birds.