Places to Visit in Cat Island, Bahamas, America

Places to Visit in Cat Island, Bahamas, America

Cat Island is one of the islands that form the country of Bahamas. It is situated between altitude 24°25′ in the north and longitude 75°31′ in the west, covering an area of 389 sq. km. Mount Alvernia is the main identity of Cat Island sited at a height of 63 meters with a monastery ‘The Hermitage’ on the top, erected by Father Jerome. Cat Island was the home town of renowed Bahamian musician Tony McKay (Exuma).

The major towns of Cat Island are Arthur’s Town, Port Howe and Orange Creek. Armbrister Plantation, Mt. Alvernia Hermitage, St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church and Deveaux House are the prime landmarks of Cat Island.

History of Cat Island:

There are two theories about the origin of the name Cat, one theory states that, the name Cat derives from a pirate, Arthur Catt and other theory claims that, Cat is named because of the large population of feral cats.

Connectivity to Cat Island:

There are two airports in Cat Island, New Bight Airport and Arthur’s Town Airport. New Bight Airport is located in New Bight with scheduled services to and from the national capital Nassau and Arthur’s Town. Both these airports are catered by SkyBahamas and in addition, Aeroshares Charter LLC operates charter flights from the various locations of the world including Florida.

There are cars and taxis always available for local travel. Advance booking is offered.

Food and Shopping in Cat Island:

The famous food corners in Cat Island include:

Shannas Cove Resort Restaurant
Yardie’s Restaurant, Bar and Conch Stand
Halvorson House Restaurant
The Hot Spot Restaurant and Karaoke Bar

Most of the big resorts and hotels of Cat Island have their own gift shops with traditional handicrafts and jewels and also tourists can visit independent shops.

Things to do in Cat Island:

Swimming
Kayaking
Surfing
Diving
Hiking

Places of interest in Cat Island:

Fernandez Bay Village Beach:

Fernandez Bay Village Beach is one of the main beaches of Cat Island situated just north of New Bright town. This white-sandy beach is backed by lined trees and is favorable of windsurfers.

Greenwood Beach Resort Beach:

Greenwood Beach Resort Beach is 8 miles long pink sand beach located in the vicinity of Columbus point in Port Howe in the southeast edge of Cat Island. It is well served by Greenwood Beach Resort.

St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church:

St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church is located in the settlement of Old Bight and was designed by famed architect, Father Jerome. Its frescos, engravings and sculptures will be a big treat to the eyes of visitors.

Other places of interest in Cat Island include:

Deveaux House Mansion
Alvernia Hermitage
Mount Alvernia
Hawk’s Nest Resort & Marina Beach
Island HoppInn’s beach
Pigeon Cay Beach Club Beach
Sammy T’s Beach Resort Beach
Old Bight Beach
New Bight Beach
Fountain Bay Beach
Port Royal Beach
Man O’ War Point Beach
Alligator Bay Beach
Turtle Cove Beach

Best time to visit Cat Island:

The months of June, July and August will be the best time to travel Cat Island while the weather remains pleasant.

Accommodation options in Cat Island:

Cat Island houses numerous standard hotels that serve to the accommodation needs of the visitors coming to this place. Swimming pool, massages, spa, saloon, conduct sightseeing tours and laundry services are some facilities offered by Cat Island hotels and resorts. The major hotels in Cat Island are as follows: