Things to do - Suggestions of interesting and exciting activities to do while visiting Hope Town.

Here are just a few popular activities that you can get up to while in Hope Town.

Snorkeling - Take an excursion to one of the popular marine parks where you can enjoy a leisurely snorkel around the elk horn coral and abundance of sea life with Froggies Outisland Adventures. Or you can just snorkel right off the beach in town where the reef is about 20 yards off shore in some spots. No need to bring all of your heavy snorkel gear, it can be rented on the island from Froggies (phone: 242 3660431)

Sailing Charters - Rent a sailboat and explore the many deserted island we have nearby. Island hopping to the other settlements are also another way to explore the surrounding area. If you are not experienced with operating a sailboat, there is also the option of a captain for hire.

Abaco Sailing Adventures - phone: (242) 3660722

The Moorings - phone: 888 952 8420

Florida Yacht Charters - phone: 242 3674853 (Toll-Free: 800 5370050)

Cruise Abaco - phone: 242 5770148

Abaco Multihull - phone: 242 3660552

Scuba diving - Abaco is known for its spectacular diving spots. There are a number of marine parks and wrecks that are frequented. Two of the most popular spots are Mermaids Reef and Sandy Cay Reef. Froggies Outisland Adventures (phone:(242) 3660431) has daily excursions to either of the two places. You can arrange for a 1/2 day trip or for the enthusiast, there is also a full day trip available.

Fishing Charters - Abaco is also known for its great game and deep sea fishing. There are a number of local fishing guides that can accommodate whatever type of fishing you prefer; whether it be bone fishing, reef fishing or deep sea fishing for tuna, mahi mahi etc. Here are the available fishing guides:

Ira Key - A Salt Weapon - phone: 242 3660245 (deep sea fishing)

Will Key - Days Catch Charters - Phone: 242 3660059 (reef fishing)

Robert Lowe - Seagull Charters - phone: 242 3660266 - (deep sea fishing)

Michael Schreiner - Down Deep Fishing Charters - phone: 242 3663143

Justin Russell - Local Boy Fishing Charters - phone: 242 3660528 (deep sea fishing)

Truman Major - Lucky Strike Charters - Phone: 242 3660101 (deep sea or reef fishing)

Maitland Lowe - Wild Pigeon Charters - phone: 242 3660234 (bone and reef fishing)

Look here for more information on bringing home your catch.

Sunbathing / Swimming - on any number of secluded beaches that stretch from one end of the island to the next.

Surfing - At Garbanzo Break and Hamburger Point located between Abaco Inn and Sea Spray. Surfboard can be rented from Sundried T's in town. Phone them at (242) 3660616

Island hopping - With your own rental boat or if you don’t feel comfortable navigating the waters, Froggies Outisland Adventure has daily excursions to some if the surrounding islands. You can also travel on the regularly scheduled ferries between the islands. (Ferry Schedule)

Boat rentals - Captain your own runabout for beaching on different islands, fishing or island hopping.

Hope Town:

Island Marine - phone: 242 3660282 (US# 561 2494046)

Seahorse Boat Rentals - phone: 242 3660023

Cats Paw Rentals - phone: 242 3660380

Marsh Harbour:

Blue Wave Boat Rentals - phone: 242 3673910

B&B Boat Rentals - phone: 242 3677368

Rich's Boat Rentals - phone: 242 3672742

Rainbow Boat Rentals - phone: 242 3674602

Abaco Dorado Boat Rentals - phone: 242 3671035

Exploring:

-By golf cart

Island Cart Rentals - phone: 242 3660448

Hope Town Cart Rentals - phone: 242 3660064

T&N Cart Rentals - phone: 242 3660069

Jr’s Cart Rentals - phone: 242 3660361

Elbow Cay Carts) - phone: 242 3660530

-By bicycle

Sundried T's - phone: 242 3660616

-By electric paddle boat cruiser

Sundried T's - phone: 242 3660616

-Kayaking

Abaco Eco - phone: 242 3660398

Explore the History of Elbow Cay - Tour the Wyannie Malone Historical Museum to learn more about the island and its colourful past. Visit and climb to the top of the Hope Town Lighthouse where the panoramic view is breathtaking. The Lighthouse is boat access only, so you will have to take your runabout to the lighthouse dock. You can also hop on one of the scheduled ferries (Ferry Schedule) and ask the captain if it would be possible for him to drop you to the lighthouse (you will have to wait for the next ferry to get a ride back). Another option would be to rent an electric paddle cruiser from Sundried T's for a leisurely jaunt to the lighthouse.

Shopping - There are a number of shops to choose from on Elbow Cay and Hope Town. Each shop has its own island character and unique selection to choose from. They carry everything from surfboards to ladies handbags.

Iggy Biggy - phone: 242 3660354

Sundried T's - phone: 242 3660616

Fantasy Boutique - phone: 242 3660537

El Mercado - phone: 242 3660053

Hope Town Lodge Gift Store - phone: 242 3660095

Ebbtide Gift Shop - phone: 242 3660088

Kemps Souvenirs - phone: 242 3660423

Sugar Shack Gift Store - phone: 242 3660788

Abaco Inn Gift Store - phone: 242 3660133

Hope Town Coffee House - phone: 242 3660760

Nightlife - Hope Town is known for its lively nightlife. There is usually music at a different restaurant almost every night...in season. You can always find a good time.

Live bands, game nights, Bahamian grill outs, Karaoke. Check on the “Calendar Of Events” to see what’s going on while you are in town.

Massage, Yoga and Spa Services - Have a relaxing massage, join a yoga class, have a facial or just have have a day at the Salon.

Bodywork by Tania (Massage)

366-0091

Back to Basics (Massage and Yoga)

366-0722

Massage by Joli (Massage and Facials)

366-0440

Chopping Block Hair Salon (Hair and Nails)

366-0052