George Town is served by the Exuma International Airport located around 15 miles north of North West George Town in Moss Town, a 30-minute drive to the town center. Transportation options at the airport include rental cars and taxis.

If you have not booked a private transfer through us then you have a few options for connecting to your hotel from the airport. Local rental car companies are located at the airport, you can find the rental car desk inside the arrivals hall. Taxis can be found outside the terminal and the journey takes approximately 30 minutes and costs around BS$25.

There is no public transportation offered in George Town on the Exuma islands, the best way to travel around is by renting a car or taking a taxi or boat.

There are boat transfers and ferries offered on the Exuma Islands, two ferry services ply between George Town Government Docks to various locations like Stocking Island, and Elizabeth Harbor. Ferry services operate daily from 10 am until 5 pm, departing every hour, and charge around BS$15-BS$20. Boasts can be rented for day trips or drop-offs.

Yes renting a car when visiting George Town is going to be one of the easiest and cheapest ways to get around. Due to a lack of public transportation on the islands, a car is a necessity if you wish to travel around and see the different sights and attractions. There are rental car agencies at the airport and on Main Street in George Town, renting a car can cost around BS$60 per day or about BS$325 per week. There are only two gas stations on the island, one located near the Exuma International Airport and the other located in Farmer`s Hill.

Local taxis companies on the island are Exuma Transit Services and Leslie Dames. Taxis can be found outside the airport and by the harbor in George Town, you can also call and order a taxi by phone to pick you up at your hotel.

Yes walking around certain areas of George Town is the best way to see the local attractions and beaches. The waterfront village in George Town is a pleasure to stroll around with quaint shops and eateries scattered around the harbor. Walking around the idyllic Lake Victoria is great on foot with lots of scenic beauty to soak up. Walking along the beautiful white powdery sand beaches is of course another magical experience with beachside restaurants, bars, and stalls to explore.

Yes riding a bicycle around George Town can be a pleasurable experience. Hotels and resorts may have bicycles available for guests to rent and there are other locations available where scooters can be rented also.

George Town is an extremely safe destination, the Exuma Islands very rarely experience any crime against visitors. It is important to practice safe street smarts when out sightseeing and keep your wits about you. Leave your valuables at the hotel, and be sure to stay alert at all times and travel in groups.

Shopping opportunities in George Town include the famed Straw Market, a treasure trove filled with all kinds of goods and souvenirs. There are beachfront gift shops selling unique authentic items and a stretch of quaint shops along the waterfront in George Town harbor.

The official language spoken in George Town is Bahamian Creole, many people speak English especially in the service industry at hotels and restaurants. Most of the island's inhabitants have a good comprehension of the English language. We recommend you get a good English-Bahamian Creole guidebook and learn the common phrases such as hello, goodbye, please, thank you, and numbers 1-10.

In case of an emergency dial 919 for an ambulance or fire, 911 for the police.

Hospital:

Exuma Community Mini-Hospital tel. 242-336-20883