 Cat Island : Profile
Custom and Immigration, who are based at new bight Airport, can be called on VHF Channel 16 to clear you in at the Government Dock at Smith Bay. This must be done before proceeding to anchor in New Bight.
This island is probably one of the less developed islands of the Bahamas chain and is worth a visit for that very reason. The highest point of the archipelago is on this island at 206 ft with a famous landmark and well worth the climb to the top. Cat Island is not a sophisticated island so don't expect to reprovision except for local products.
There is a marina at Hawks Nest and a good anchorage at New Bight.
This island is probably one of the less developed islands of the Bahamas chain and is worth a visit for that very reason. The highest point of the archipelago is on this island at 206 ft with a famous landmark and well worth the climb to the top. Cat Island is not a sophisticated island so don't expect to reprovision except for local products.
There is a marina at Hawks Nest and a good anchorage at New Bight.
Hawks Nest Resort and Marina
Hawk's Nest Creek
Tel:242 342 7050, Fax:242 342 7051, VHF Channel 16
info@hawks-nest.com
Located on southern end of Cat Island. 28 berth marina. Water and electricity. There is a small airstrip near the marina.
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