Eleuthera, Bahamas


Eleuthera is a long, slender island with lots of shoreline and good shells to be found thereon. It's best if you snorkel, but you can find some small shells beachcombing. Since I have had so many ask about going, I decided to include Eleuthera in my schedule.

Date: Aug 9-13, 2010
For: Snorkelers, waders and beachcombers
Cost: $1200
Includes:
  • Air fare from Fort Lauderdale
  • Accommodations (d/o.)
  • Land transportation
  • guide.
  • Not included: Meals, bar, departure tax.
    • Deposit:
  • $500 with reservation
  • balance due six weeks before trip.
  • Passport required.
  • Reservation Form

    • More about Eleuthera

    Though you can stay in housekeeping cottages for less money, I'm opting for a new Quality Inn. We'll be near a fairly large town with restaurants and grocery stores.

    People in Eleuthera are friendly and helpful. The island is beautiful, with vistas of the sea around just about every corner. There's little to do, though, besides relax and enjoy the sun, water, and shells.

    Sweeting's Pond

    The salt ponds of Eleuthera are famous and unique. Animals that have lived in them for centuries have evolved into different species, and there are at least two species unique to these ponds. There are also 3 inch seahorses in one of them, as well as crabs with very long legs and claws. In this photo, a sea urchin on a discarded engine carries uniquely colored egg cockles.

    Ready to go? Fill out the reservation form and send a deposit. I will send a list of items to bring about 6 weeks before the trip. You will need a passport or certified birth certificate PLUS picture identification.