Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park

Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park is a marine protected area spanning multiple islands in the Exuma archipelago with coral reefs, mangrove forests, and blue holes. The space combines underwater features and island terrain, including sandy beaches and varied island habitats.

The site was established in 1958 as the first marine reserve in the Caribbean to enforce complete fishing restrictions across its waters. This founding set an important precedent for ocean protection throughout the region.

The park serves as a living laboratory where visitors can observe sea turtles, groupers, and endemic iguanas thriving in their natural surroundings. People come here to understand how these animals interact with coral reefs and mangrove forests in real time.

The site has regulations for activities such as filming, research, and boat anchoring that require advance permission. It helps to learn about these requirements before visiting and to plan for obtaining necessary permits.

The park shelters hutias, small native mammals found only on certain islands within its boundaries. These nocturnal creatures are difficult to spot, but they form an important part of the local ecosystem.