Places to visit in Long Island

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Places to Visit in Long Island

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  • Jim M
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Probably one of the best places ever. Just returned and can't wait to go back. I love that the island is so natural and untouched. You will need to rent a car which wasn't a big deal. I have been twice now and summers are hot but nice and winter is in the 70's to 80's and can be breezy. Stayed in Coconut Bay
    Written 18 February 2024
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  • Aaron G
    Los Angeles, CA286 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We only had three days in the Bahamas, but Dean's Blue Hole made the whole trip worth it. Somehow, it hasn't been completely monetized and made ugly by tickets, vendors, and hordes of tourists like me. My wife and I even had the place to ourselves for a while.

    If you can, bring snorkel gear and snorkel across it and gaze into the abyss. I don't know if it looks back, but it is certainly a site. I also recommend bringing a waterproof GoPro of some sort, as the wildlife and coral around the whole hole are a site unto themselves.

    Lastly, take a short walk up the hill to get a great panorama of the entire lagoon.

    Absolutely one of the highlights of our honeymoon - I wish we had more than a couple of hours to spend there.
    Written 18 February 2024
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  • PMasiewicz
    Traverse City, MI5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Our groups had a great lunch and cocktails and the setting does not get any better. The food is as view of the beautiful blue waters.
    Written 18 March 2023
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  • GRZ
    Chicago, IL10,092 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We have visited Long Island again 3.5 years later... and while having the car it was a no brainer to visit this part of the island - despite not as nice and shiny water the visit was once again very pleasant and rich in vistas - this place is secluded, peaceful and picturesque - while the first time we did it on the "way back" to the hotel and were somewhat in a rush... if that word even remotely can be used next to Bahamas... this time we actually stayed next door and were able to take our sweet time - I truly recommend doing so!
    Written 15 February 2024
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  • laurab0629
    Memphis, TN37 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Spent about an hour with Leonard who grew up playing in these caves and now bought the property and gives tours. Largest cave system in the Bahamas - pointed out 3 different types of bats and learned the history of the place and how it was formed. Call ahead to get a time with him - very near the Deans blue hole - and worth looking at - go check it out!
    Written 17 March 2024
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  • Amy C
    New York City, NY50 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    My family and I visited the Long Island Museum in Buckley’s Long Island Bahamas on Friday July 28th, 2023 and honestly didn’t know what to expect. The museum is very small (and not open on the weekends) but it has a thorough collection of artifacts and if you listen closely to the tour guide you can actually learn a lot about the people who live on this beautiful island.

    We were a group of 8 that visited the museum. Cost of entry was $1 so there is no excuse…visit the museum and support the island economy.

    Sheena Cartwright, museum attendant, was our tour guide and took us back in time through Long Island history. We learned about the “homestead” and the tools and artifacts that Long Islanders used to use.

    We learned about Long Island straw braiding/plaiting, and saw replicas of historical discoveries from Long Island. The kids learned about the toys kids played with back in the days, and learned about making Junkanoo costumes and learned about the discovery and preservation of former skate plantations.

    They don’t allow phots in the museum but we were able to snap outside. The museum tour ends with a small gift shop where you can buy authentic Bahamian goods.
    Written 1 August 2023
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  • Cindy t
    Holmes Beach, Florida, United States37 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Just when you think the water can't get any bluer....WoW! We anchored here for three nights it is desolate so you need to love the outdoors. There are literally hundreds of reefs to snorkel or dive. We saw squid, dolphin, stingrays plus many other beautiful creatures. There were also hundreds of birds. A Beautiful relaxing place to visit even if you only have one day.....Go!
    Written 26 August 2019
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  • tingrin2
    Savannah, GA25 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had Robbie Carson pick us up by boat outside our room at crooked lodge. The cave is only accessible by boat and the ride was only ten minutes. The entrance to the cave is difficult to find so you need a guide. We have been to several caves in the Bahamas but this one is by far the largest and most beautiful. We explored for quite awhile and told that the cave is over three miles. The rooms are large and we did not have to crawl around during the exploring which my wife enjoyed. It's a must do if you visit crooked island.
    Written 24 December 2016
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  • GRZ
    Chicago, IL10,092 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Next to Cape Santa Maria, Dean's Blue Hole to me this place was the top 3 of the must see and experience things on Long Island! They are all scenic and unique in their own world - here is no different, a huge "natural" pool carved out in the rocky shoreline fed by the roaring Atlantic Ocean - something absolutely special!

    There is a resort/restaurant near by but anybody can access this pool - it's for whomever visits this Stella Marris community - very scenic boardwalk too - I didnt expect to see any of this and I was thrilled we did it, as the first time we visited Long Island we skipped this place - do not make the same mistake!

    Make sure to visit during the first part of the day when the sun hits the pool, otherwise it will be all in the shade - trusts me it makes a huge difference, we actually visited the 2nd time to witness the early hours of sun making it look prettier :)

    TIP: park closer to the Moonshine Bar at SMR and take the pathway that is marked to the Erna's Nature Pool - can't miss it
    Written 5 February 2024
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  • GRZ
    Chicago, IL10,092 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Didn't know what to expect coming to this side of the island, other than the restaurant here but apparently the bridge is brand new allowing people to walk (no cars!) to the other cay where you can access yet another beach/cove. Pretty mangroves around - it's not a must but somehow I really enjoyed the area and the little pathway to beach was something refreshing to do as a small walk.
    Written 6 February 2024
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  • Amanda N
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We just got back from our trip and I’m wishing we were still there. Long Island is so beautiful with many different beaches to visit. We rented boats from Zoe at Long Island Boat Rental. She was amazing, helpful and such a resource of information! The boats we rented were perfect, ran beautifully and allowed us to explore long Island by water. Lingo was our guide and I will say he was just fantastic!! We were with a large group of family and friends- adults and kids from 6-17. He was so friendly, professional and I’d have him again with us in a heartbeat! We are experienced boaters but having London out with us to show us the best spots was just priceless. Zoe even shared with us her “guide to the island”. It was filled with so many different spots to visit. We can’t wait to visit again next year!!
    Written 5 March 2024
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  • laurab0629
    Memphis, TN37 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Wonderful day at Long Island - clearly knows the area well and kept us safe. Fantastic lunch (get the ribs!) on a gorgeous deserted island and then we added on fishing - caught strawberry grouper and trigger fish enough for dinner - cleaned it for us - if you tell them ahead they would actually make dinner for you also - highly recommend and you will have a memorable day!
    Written 17 March 2024
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  • Myriam D
    6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We had a great day on the water with Yan. Caught some fish and laughed a lot. His boat and fishing equipment are well maintained.

    In addition to the fishing he and April shared favorite spots for food and socializing.
    Written 18 March 2024
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  • GRZ
    Chicago, IL10,092 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    There is something in common about the great water excursions I have experienced in my life... they get better as the day progresses!

    We started with "meh" type of weather and I had second thoughts... but then we made it to the sand bars and weather started to improve... then we explored the amazing water/areas of the western Long Island that I have always dreamed off seeing from the ground (flying over the Bahamas is always a treat, but this particular region always sticks with me due to that what looks to my always as a tree/veins in the water, it was a truly dream come true), then we got to see some turtles, sting rays, sea stars, pigs... it was amazing - and for the record I liked pigs in Stocking Island, Exumas better but this wasn't the reason why we did this tour, I actually wanted to see this stunning island off the land and Big V made it possible

    Is it expensive? Yes, $450 for up to 4 people.... well we were 2 and that's a heavy hit... but you know what? Time goes by... money comes in and goes out... time only goes by and never returns... live your life, enjoy it at the fullest and see how amazing the world is out there!

    TIP: apparently you could snorkel in some spots but we took it as a "sight seeing" trip and did come prepared for snorkeling, and returned happy from it without the snorkeling part as well, but something definitely to consider
    Written 17 February 2024
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