Bahamas Vacation Rental - Good things come in small packages, and truer words could not be spoken about Acklins Island. Measuring 92 square miles and 4 miles across at its widest point, the island hugs the Bight of Acklins, a small but famous lagoon. When you think of things to do in The Bahamas, Acklins offers some of the best bonefishing and snorkeling in the world as well as some of the best Bahamas resorts for families. Bucket List Snorkel on Datum Bay Cascarilla Bark Harvesting Tour Although the population is scarce, just over 400 residents, there is plenty to do. Snorkeling in The Bahamas is not complete without a visit to Acklins. Searching for seclusion? Breathtaking beaches, exotic rock formations, and scenic plant and animal life make Acklins a nature lovers dream. In other words, you will be making your own adventures on this quiet island with rugged terrain and little development. You’ll love nights in a hotel on the beach in Acklins. The charm of Acklins goes beyond scenery, especially if you are searching for a snorkeling trip or fishing vacation. Acklins is marked on the map as the destination for serious scuba diving, snorkeling, and fishing. It might not be known as a tourist destination, but this secluded island is home to bonefish and big game fishing alike. With more than 1,000 miles of shallow water, Acklins Island bonefishing is a must experience. Famous for its bonefish flats, a trip to Acklins is a dream vacation package for fishing enthusiasts. But why stop at fishing when you can enjoy snorkeling trips, island hopping and more? If you are looking for a holiday in one of the best vacation spots in The Bahamas, famous for fishing, diving and snorkeling, and less about shopping and socializing, Acklins is a place to get lost and love it. - Crooked Island is one of the four islands forming an atoll which hugs the beautiful shallow waters of the Bight of Acklins. Bordered by the nearly uninhabited Castle Island and Long Cay, it has not much changed since Columbus sailed down the leeward side of the islands through the narrow Crooked Island Passage. The deliciously sweet scent of native herbs and flowers inspired Columbus to call this quite paradise one of the fragrant islands. He christened the island Isabella after his queen and it was called Samoete by the Arawaks, but somehow, the more descriptive name of Crooked Island is what it is known by today. Although quiet and remote, Crooked Islands natural beauty is enough to stir the soul and inspire exploration both above and below sea level. An abundance of bird life thrives on the cliffs and reefs around the island and magnificent limestone caves hide secrets from the past. Coral gardens, shelves and reefs are a treat for divers, and the deep creeks, tidal flats, and pools filled with game fish make it a sportsmans delight. There are miles of undisturbed sandy beaches, coral gardens, limestone caves and cliffs, remnants of slave and cotton plantations, ancient churches, fortifications, wetlands, mangrove-lined creeks and waterways. You can also visit the remains of a British fort that was constructed to protect the Crooked Island Passage from the many pirates and buccaneers who used the island as a convenient base for their frequent attacks on ships passing through these shallow waters. The cannons, buildings with historic drawings and other artifacts remain as reminders of the early occupants of this site. The Inhabitants of Crooked Island There are only a couple of hundred residents on Crooked Island, maybe the friendliest, most generous people you will ever meet. Most of them make a life for themselves by tending to small patches of farmland or harvesting what nature has provided in the waters surrounding the island. - Bahama Out Islands Promotion Board |
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