One of the best and most popular ways of exploring the Exumas is by sea kayak, with several outfitters offering guided expeditions through the cays. Starfish The Exuma Activity Center rents kayaking equipment and offers excellent day trips, in which a leisurely journey precedes a picnic lunch on one of the several small islands enclosing Elizabeth Harbour.

Further north in the Exumas, Ibis Tours (PO Box 208, Pelham, NY 10803 phone 914/738-5334 or 1-800/525-9411 in the US,  runs eight-day guided expeditions through the Exuma Land and Sea Park from March to May (US$1600, not including airfare to Nassau).

Starting at Staniel Cay and traveling toward Norman's Cay at the park's southern end, the trip allows plenty of time for snorkeling, swimming and sunbathing on the many beaches along the way. The kayaks are equipped with sails to lessen the exertion required.

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