+1 813 314 7947
USA: 8am to 8pm EST
Europe: 8am to 8pm CET

Little Major’s Spot

Staniel Cay
Read More
Little Major’s Spot
Read More
Big Major’s Spot
Read More
Fowl Cay
Read More
Dennis Cay
Read More
Sampson Cay
Read More
Pipe Creek
Read More
Compass Cay Marina
Read More
Compass Cay
Read More
Chicken Cay
Read More

Little Major’s Spot is an anchorage in Central Exumas.

Central Exumas is a charter location in The Exumas, a yacht charter area in the Bahamas.

The anchorages on Central Exumas:

Little Major’s Spot Overview

Little Major’s Spot is a half-mile-long anchorage area situated to the east of Big Major’s Cut. It’s surrounded by nearly 3-foot cliffs on the southern and northern sides. To the western side lies several beaches that have been bleached over the years. It is also known for a cave that goes by the name of Thunderball Grotto that’s located just south of Big Major’s Spot. A trip down to the caves will be an exhilarating experience; the nearby anchorage is supportive.

Little Major’s Cut is also known as the Big Rock Cut because of large white rocks that line the northern end. When sailing from the southern end of Sampson Cay, you have to be cautious of these deadly rocks. There is also a rock bar on the eastern shore when you enter from Exuma Sound.

The anchorage offers a surreal view of the Exuma Sound landscape and is a must-visit for private charters. You can also take a dinghy from nearby cays to explore the beautiful beaches and shoals underwater.

A beach in Big Rock Cut - littlemajorsspot, via FB
A view from the top - littlemajorsspot, via FB

Navigation and Anchoring

Little Major’s Spot is deep and known to have very strong cuts. A report published in the 1920s likened the currents to the force of a mill race, while suggesting professional sailors to proceed with caution.

Enter the cut from the north and stick to the northern half of the cut. You will need to navigate through the rocky patch but it shouldn’t be a problem in daylight. Nighttime sailing is not recommended. The anchorage starts from the northern end but don’t park just yet (despite the existing mooring). There is a white coral reef somewhere in the area that is difficult to get out of.

Instead, head to the southeast tip of Big Major’s Spot and continue to head east. We recommend dropping the anchor on the eastern shore.

Another way to enter is from Staniel Cay in the north. Head north and pass between Big Major’s Cut and Crown of Thorns Rock to find 7-feet water levels. It’s safe to drop anchor here and rest.

Services

There are no provisioning or other services present.

    Yachts available in Little Major’s Spot

    Scuba Onboard

    Hazel Della

    From $19,000/week
    3 cabins
    50 ft
    Leopard
    6 guests
    Refit: None

    View

    Jetski
    Jacuzzi

    Fantasea

    From $60,000/week
    3 cabins
    103 ft
    Horizon
    6 guests
    Refit: 2022

    View

    3 reviews
    Jacuzzi

    PURSUIT

    From $95,000/week
    5 cabins
    124 ft
    Trinity
    11 guests
    Refit: 2022
    100 US Gall/Hr

    View

    Jetski

    OCEAN LIFE

    From $50,000/week
    4 cabins
    83 ft
    Horizon
    8 guests
    Built: 2014

    View

    Jetski

    Together

    From $110,000/week
    5 cabins
    117 ft
    San Lorenzo
    10 guests
    Built: 2022
    645 US Gall/Hr

    View

    Astrikos

    From $56,000/week
    3 cabins
    92 ft
    Viking Sport
    6 guests
    Refit: none

    View

    INVICTUS

    From $30,000/week
    2 cabins
    60 ft
    Sunseeker
    4 guests
    Refit: 2023

    View

    92’Pershing

    From $68,000/week
    4 cabins
    91 ft
    Pershing
    12 guests
    Built: 2013

    View

    DESTINY III

    From $14,000/week
    3 cabins
    46 ft
    Leopard
    6 guests
    Refit: 2018 to include: new
    1.5 US Gall/Hr

    View

    BEYOND BEYOND

    From $75,000/week
    4 cabins
    93 ft
    Riva
    6 guests
    Built: 2019

    View

    9 reviews
    Jetskis: 2
    Jacuzzi

    MEMENTO VIVERE

    From $120,000/week
    5 cabins
    130 ft
    Westport
    10 guests
    Refit: 2021

    View

    South Side

    From $15,600/week
    2 cabins
    46 ft
    Sea Ray
    4 guests
    Built: 2005

    View

    Jacuzzi

    QUANTUM

    From $88,000/week
    4 cabins
    125 ft
    Broward
    8 guests
    Refit: 2022

    View

    Jacuzzi

    REAL SUMMERTIME

    From $105,000/week
    5 cabins
    120 ft
    Sovereign
    12 guests
    Refit: 2022
    134 US Gall/Hr

    View

    Jacuzzi

    VIVACE

    From $115,000/week
    5 cabins
    102 ft
    Alpha Marine
    10 guests
    Built: 2021
    40 US Gall/Hr

    View

Get Started
AS SEEN ON