Spectacular Conception, January 23, 2014

Last year when we were in the Bahamas, we tried a couple of times to get out to Conception Island, but were turned back by contrary winds and seas. We really wanted to get there because we had heard and read about how beautiful and remote it was.

On January 20th, we were sitting in Georgetown, trying to decide where to go next. The forecast was for moderately strong WNW winds, which meant Conception Island would be a 50 mile, broad reach away. We decided to go. We had a fantastic sail. At times the waves reached the 7-8 foot range, but they were from the stern and so there was none of the dreaded "pounding." On the way we caught two Mahi Mahi and one tuna.



Conception Island is approximately six square miles in area, uninhabited and appears to rise up from the depths of the Atlantic. It is classified as as a "marine park" which means no spear fishing. Dan was disappointed, but restrained himself.





The island is ringed by a coral reef. This is the more rugged east side of the island. Dan is sure there is a lobster under every rock.


The more protected west side features long sandy beaches.


We are the only boat here and have this mile long sand beach all to ourselves.



Glory Days anchored in swimming pool clear water.

We are not sure we have visited a prettier place.


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Location:Conception Island, Bahamas