Everything You Need To Know To Get Here

We want to make your visit to COCODIMAMA as easy as possible, so we’ve provided a wealth of travel information here to make planning your trip simple and hassle-free.

Location:
COCODIMAMA is located right on a white sand beach on the Caribbean side of Eleuthera, approximately six miles from the capital of Governor’s Harbor.

Arriving by Air
Getting here is easy.  You can fly directly to Eleuthera from Ft. Lauderdale, Miami, and Atlanta, or fly to Nassau and take a quick flight or ferry ride over. Governors Harbour Airport and North Eleuthera Airport  are the most convenient to COCODIMAMA.

Flights departing daily from Ft. Lauderdale:

Flights departing daily from Nassau:

There are 6 daily scheduled flights from Nassau to Governor’s Harbour on commercial Bahamian Carriers operating 19-48 passenger turbo-prop aircraft. Both Southern Air and Bahamas Air have 3 flights per day departing early morning, mid-day, and late afternoon.

Fast Ferry from Nassau:

The Fast Ferry is a popular mode of transportation for visitors and Bahamians alike. The ferries are a comfortable alternative for travel to Eleuthera and Harbour Island with enclosed air-conditioned seating and snack bar.   Of if you’d like to take a day and explore the main island of Nassau, it’s a quick trip!  Please check Fast Ferry website for schedules as they are subject to change.

Bahamas Fast Ferries

• (242) 323-2166
• web: www.bahamasferries.com

Travel to North Eleuthera (ELH)

Flights departing daily from Ft. Lauderdale:

Flights departing from Atlanta (check seasonal schedules):

Delta Airlines

• (800) 221-1212 US
• web: www.delta.com

Flights departing daily from Nassau:

There are 6 daily scheduled flights from Nassau to North Eleuthera on commercial carriers. Both Southern Air and Bahamas Air have 3 flights per day departing early morning, mid-day, and late afternoon.

Travel to Rock Sound (RSD)

Flights departing daily from Ft Lauderdale:

Twin Air

• (954) 359-8266 Ft. Lauderdale
• web: www.flytwinair.com

Flights departing daily from Nassau:

Getting to Nassau (NAS) from International Destinations

Most major airlines offer international service with either non-stop or connecting service into Nassau International Airport.

Major Airlines offering international service to Nassau:

Private Air Travel:

Private planes are also a popular mode of transportation to the island and are accommodated by all three airports.  Governors Harbour (25°17′ 4.94″ N, 76°19′51.64″W), North Eleuthera (25°28′29.5″N, 76°41′0.56″W), Rock Sound (24°53′30.12″N, 76°10′39.86″W)

Private Boats:

If you prefer to sail privately to Eleuthera, you’ll find the island has many marinas to dock.  The most convenient marina to COCODIMAMA is Runaway Bay in South Palmetto Point.  Ph: 242.332.1744 www.eleutheraliving.com/runawaybay.htm

Many visitors also choose to anchor in front of COCODIMAMA at Alabaster bay and wade in to enjoy a drink on our patio or a meal at our restaurant.

For more information about Private boat travel, go to  http://www.bahamas.com/out-islands/eleuthera-harbour-island/getting-here

Passport Requirements:

All travelers including U.S. citizens, to and from the Caribbean, Bermuda, Panama, Mexico and Canada must have a passport to enter or re-enter the United States. To learn more about exclusive expedited passport services, including passport renewals and new passport applications visit:
http://www.americanpassport.com

Passport Quick Facts

• A US Passport is valid for 10 years when issued to applicants 16 years and older
• A passport for minors (16 and under) is valid for 5 years
• All children regardless of age (including newborns and infants) must have their own passport.
• Critical documents which must be in the possession of a first time applicant, in order to apply, include:
  • Proof of Citizenship (certified copy of birth certificate, naturalization papers, expired passport)
  • Government issued photo ID of applicant, or parent of applicant (driver’s license)
  • Other documents required if above cannot be supplied

Banks:

2 major banks are located in Governor’s Harbour:

First Caribbean

P.O. Box EL-25022,
Governor's Harbour, Eleuthera Island
Tel: 242-322-2300
Fax: 242-332-2318

Royal Bank of Canada

Tel: (242) 332-2856/57/58
Fax: (242) 332-2526

ATMs are located at the First Caribbean Bank in Governors Harbour and the Bank of Nova Scotia in Rock Sound
 
Currency

The Bahamian dollar (B$) is equal in value to the United States dollar and both are accepted anywhere for cash payment. Canadian and other foreign currencies may not be widely accepted, so you'd do best to convert your money when you arrive.

Bahamian paper money runs in half-dollar, one, three, five, ten, twenty, fifty, and one hundred dollar bills. In addition to the corresponding U.S. coin denominations, there is also a Bahamian 15-cent piece.

Many restaurants and hotels automatically add a 15 percent gratuity to all food and beverage charges. If you have been treated particularly well, your server will certainly appreciate something extra. As for cab drivers, 15 percent of the fare is reasonable; more if you see fit.

Medical Facilities

Governor's Harbour Clinic: 242-332-2774 / 242-332-2001
Gregory Town Clinic: 242-335-5108
Hatchet Bay Clinic: 242-335-0091
Palmetto Point Clinic: 242-332-1540
Rock Sound Clinic: 242-334-2226 / 242-334-2115
Savannah Sound Clinic: 242-332-6027
Tarpum Bay Clinic: 242-334-4102
Wemyss Bight Clinic: 242-334-0077
Harbour Island Ministry of Health Clinic: 242-333-2227
Spanish Wells Clinic: 242-333-4064 / 242-333-5145

Dentists

(Governor's Harbour) Dr. Olga Bacchus 242-332-2774
(Gregory Town) Dr. Roy Schatsley 242-335-5172
(Palmetto Point) Dr. Hadassah Knowles 242-332-1477