+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

    MAKE BIG HAPPEN

    From $89,500/week
    5 cabins
    90 ft
    Ocean Alexander
    10 guests
    Built: 2021

    View

    Jacuzzi

    RENAISSANCE

    From $90,000/week
    5 cabins
    116 ft
    Hargrave
    10 guests
    Refit: NEW YACHT

    View

    Jetskis: 2
    Jacuzzi

    DB9

    From $250,000/week
    5 cabins
    171 ft
    Palmer Johnson
    10 guests
    Refit: 2020
    830 Litres/Hr

    View

    7 reviews
    Jacuzzi

    JUST ENOUGH

    From $139,000/week
    5 cabins
    141 ft
    .
    11 guests
    Refit: 2018
    65 US Gall/Hr

    View

    HANNA

    From $75,000/week
    4 cabins
    94 ft
    Riva
    6 guests
    Built: 2019
    2,298 US Gall/Hr

    View

    Flower 72

    From $55,000/week
    4 cabins
    72 ft
    Azimut
    8 guests
    Built: 2018

    View

    Jetski
    Jacuzzi

    PAPAITO

    From $125,000/week
    5 cabins
    121 ft
    Benetti
    10 guests
    Refit: 2020
    80 US Gall/Hr

    View

    Scuba Onboard

    LEXINGTON

    From $49,000/week
    4 cabins
    84 ft
    Horizon
    8 guests
    Refit: 2022
    43 US Gall/Hr

    View

    BAD COMPANY SUPPORT

    From $75,000/week
    3 cabins
    150 ft
    DAMEN YACHTING
    6 guests
    Built: 2019

    View

    Jacuzzi

    AMICA MEA

    From $200,000/week
    5 cabins
    152 ft
    Hakvoort
    11 guests
    Refit: 2020
    50 US Gall/Hr

    View

    4 reviews
    Jetskis: 2

    BLUE GRYPHON

    From $70,000/week
    5 cabins
    83 ft
    Prout
    8 guests
    Refit: 2018
    7 US Gall/Hr

    View

    Jetski
    Jacuzzi

    SOL

    From $100,000/week
    4 cabins
    80 ft
    Sunreef Yachts
    8 guests
    Built: 2023

    View

    Columbia

    From $68,000/week
    4 cabins
    141 ft
    Custom
    12 guests
    Built: 2014
    64 Litres/Hr

    View

    Sire

    From $50,000/week
    4 cabins
    68 ft
    Sirena
    8 guests
    Built: 2022

    View

    Jacuzzi

    JULIA DOROTHY

    From $62,500/week
    4 cabins
    103 ft
    Johnson
    8 guests
    Refit: 2014
    60 US Gall/Hr

    View

Get Started
AS SEEN ON