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The major population center of Abaco is the Marsh Harbour area.
Marsh Harbour is the seat of Government for Abaco and the major center of economic activity. The community is the third largest town in the Bahamas, with a population of roughly 6000 people.
There is quite a variety of shops, stores and markets provide most amenities, along with several excellent restaurants, a number of hotels ,and a wide assortment of rental houses and cottages.
The harbour and the east side have marinas, and the port is a popular provisioning center for visiting yachtsmen from around the world.
The Port of Marsh Harbour is serviced by four commercial shipping lines, three of which run weekly service from West Palm Beach, Florida. The long-standing traditional mailboat services run weekly from Nassau.
Marsh Harbour International Airport is serviced daily from Nassau, Freeport, Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, and Orlando, by Bahamasair, USAir, American, Continental, and several small commuter airlines.
There are three other townships incorporated into the Marsh Harbour area, they are Dundas Town, Murphy Town, and Spring City. These mostly contain the homes of Bahamian professional and trades people.
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Here are just a few popular activities that you can get up to while visiting Abaco Island and Marsh Harbour
Snorkeling - Take an excursion to one of the popular protected marine parks where you can enjoy a leisurely snorkel around the elk horn coral and abundance of sea life with one of the local dive shops. Or you can just snorkel right off the various beaches sprinkled around the island. No need to bring your own snorkel gear, there are places to rent gear from. Check with your caretaker or or rental agency.
Sailing Charters - Rent a sailboat and explore the many deserted islands 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.
The Moorings - phone: 888 952 8420
Florida Yacht Charters - phone: 242 3674853 (Toll-Free: 800 5370050)
Cruise Abaco - phone: 242 5770148 (US# 321 821 9414)
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 a must see for the SCUBA enthusiast or beginners.
Dive Abaco - toll free: 800-247-5338
Abaco Dive Adventures - Phone: Bahamas (242) 367-2963 - US (954) 681-4382
Exploring - Make a day of exploring the historical and interesting sites of Abaco Island. From blue holes, to wild rare horses to old lighthouses that have been long forgotten there is always something new to explore.
Tours:
Captain Plug’s Adventures - 242 3660023
Rare wild horse hiking trips- Learn more about these rare endangered horses check out http://www.arkwild.org/ - please donate!
Fishing Charters - Abaco is also known for its world renowned 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:
Justin Russell - Local Boy Fishing Charters - phone: 242 3660528 (deep sea fishing)
Sunbathing / Swimming - on any number of secluded beaches that stretch from one end of the island to the next.
Island hopping - With your own rental boat or if you don’t feel comfortable navigating the waters, you can 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.
Marsh Harbour:
Abaco Dorado Boat Rentals - phone: 242 3671035
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
Water Ways Boat Rentals - Phone: (242) 357-6540 or (242) 365-6143
JIC Boat Rentals - (242) 365-8582
Shopping - There are a number of shops to choose from in Marsh Harbour. Each shop has its own island character and unique selection to choose from. They carry everything from surfboards to Rolex watches.
Nightlife - Marsh Harbour is known for its lively nightlife. Live bands, Bahamian grill outs just to name a few. 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) Minimum of three massages
Extra charges for travel from Hope Town
242 366-0091
Back to Basics (Massage and Yoga) Minimum of three massages
Extra charges for travel from Hope Town
242 366-0722
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