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Half Moon Cay

Half Moon Cay · Bahamas · 24.57, -75.95

A private beach island for the Holland America and Carnival groups, formerly known as Little San Salvador Island. Crescent-shaped white-sand beaches and clear waters stretch across the island, while most of it is protected as a bird sanctuary. A port of call for swimming and snorkeling.

Port highlights

A tropical climate, warm all year round. The sun is strong, and summer through autumn is hurricane season.
Climate
English
Language
Bahamian dollar (BSD). US dollars are also accepted.
Currency
December to April (comfortable dry season)
Best time to visit
Local food

Island BBQ buffet, tropical cocktails (mainly food served by the ship or island rather than authentic local cuisine)

Sights
Crescent-shaped white-sand beachSnorkeling and a shallow lagoonHorseback riding and horse trailsNature walk in the wild bird sanctuary

English text in preparation.

Monthly average high / low temperatures
27°
18°Jan
27°
18°Feb
28°
19°Mar
29°
21°Apr
30°
22°May
32°
24°Jun
33°
25°Jul
33°
25°Aug
32°
24°Sep
31°
24°Oct
29°
21°Nov
27°
20°Dec

Unit: °C · Calculated from NOAA GHCN-Daily station observations · Period: 1991–2020 · Station: NASSAU AIRPORT NEW · about 162 km from port · Approximate (distant station) · Last checked: Oct 3, 2026 · A guide for choosing your travel month.

Local prices for travelers
BSD 2.49
Water 591 ml
BSD 6.00
Coffee
BSD 15.00
Inexpensive meal
BSD 5.00
Local beer

This port of call is operated by a cruise line or similar company. Prices inside the facility are set by the operator. Prices in the city of Nassau are given for reference. · Amounts in the recorded local currency. No currency conversion applied. · Last checked: Oct 2026 (partly estimated) · Sources: Shop and menu prices

Getting there from Japan

ELH
Nearest airport
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Airport to port (approx.)
C — Two or more connections
Ease of access

About 124 km from airport to port (straight-line distance)ApproximateCalculated from OurAirports coordinates (Oct 4, 2026)

Access from Japan: A = direct flight / B = one connection / C = two or more connections (indicative)

Itineraries calling here

Sources

Source: Wikipedia “Little San Salvador Island” (CC BY-SA 4.0)