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Compass Cay Marina’s nurse sharks

Marine encounter·Compass Cay · Exuma

Swim with nurse sharks

About Compass Cay Marina’s nurse sharks

North of Great Exuma, Compass Cay is a regular stop on island-hopping trips. At the marina, the resident nurse sharks gather around the docks, and visitors swim and snorkel alongside them. Follow the marina staff’s guidance in the water.

Why it's on our list

  • Resident nurse sharks
  • Popular island-hopping stop
  • Marina and villa

Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Compass Cay Marina’s nurse sharks before you go.

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