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Bahamas Sailing Paradise - Grand Cay & Double Breasted

December 11, 2016 · 17 min · 189K views · Double Breasted Cay

What this video covers

Navigating the narrow, current-swept entrance to Double Breasted in the Bahamas requires precise steering to avoid shallow sandbars and jagged rocks.0:08 A Mantis anchor provides reliable holding in the strong currents of the anchorage.1:28 Grand Cay offers limited infrastructure, centered primarily around Rosie’s, which operates a restaurant, bar, and marina.15:26 Internet connectivity remains a significant challenge for cruisers in the area; local BTC SIM cards provide data, though signal strength remains inconsistent following hurricane damage.13:42 Grocery and liquor supplies are available but limited in selection and priced at a premium due to shipping costs.14:52 When transiting between anchorages like Grand Cay, cruisers must account for coral heads and unreliable charts, necessitating daylight travel to ensure safe passage.16:42

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