Harbour Island
A small Bahamian island where you walk or ride a golf cart between pink-sand beaches, pastel colonial houses and small guesthouses.
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Harbour Island is a small island in the Bahamas, off the northern tip of Eleuthera. Its main town, Dunmore Town, has narrow lanes lined with pastel wooden houses from the colonial era, and a short walk takes you from the harbor to the beach. Most visitors get around on foot, by bicycle or in a golf cart, so the pace is slower than on the larger islands.
The island is known for its pink-sand beaches on the Atlantic side, snorkeling on the nearby reefs and boat trips to the cays. It suits couples, slow vacations and travelers who want a quiet beach town. Winter and spring, roughly December to May, bring drier weather, while hurricane season runs June through November. Two or three nights covers Dunmore Town, Pink Sands and a boat day.
Harbour Island in five
- Book the boat crossing from EleutheraHarbour Island is reached by a short boat ride from Eleuthera, not by bridge, so the crossing sets your arrival time. Book your onward connection and check boat times before you fly in.Getting around
- Carry small US dollar billsThe Bahamian dollar is at par with the US dollar and US notes are accepted, but card payment is not guaranteed at small shops, golf cart rentals or tip jars. Carry cash in small bills.Money and costs
- Confirm your phone plan covers the BahamasCheck that your eSIM or roaming plan covers the Bahamas before you land. Download offline maps of Dunmore Town and the road to Pink Sands before you leave home.Phones and eSIM
- Book a golf cart or bike for Pink SandsPink Sands Beach is a ride from Dunmore Town, not a walk, and its pink tint comes from tiny shell fragments in the sand. Book a golf cart or bicycle for your first morning.
- Check Bahamas entry rules before you bookEntry rules depend on your passport and nationality. Check them on the official Bahamas government site before you book flights and the boat crossing.Visas and entry
Things to do in Harbour Island
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Need to know
- Currency
- Bahamian dollar (BSD), at par with US dollar (USD)
- Entry
- Depends on your passport; check before you book
- Emergency
- 919 or 911 for police, fire and ambulance
- Tipping
- Check whether a service charge is already on the bill before you add a tip
- Time
- UTC-5, UTC-4 in daylight saving (US Eastern time)
Weather by month
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- Poor
- JanuaryDry, peak season
- FebruaryDry, busy
- MarchDry, warm
- AprilDry, calmer
- MayWarm, quieter
- JuneStorm season
- JulyHot, humid
- AugustStorm peak
- SeptemberPeak storms
- OctoberStorm season
- NovemberStorms ease
- DecemberDry, holidays
Right now in Harbour Island
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- Feels like
- 25°
- Humidity
- 90%
- Wind
- 48 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 47%
Harbour Island
03:41 PM
Monday, November 2
- Today29°24°47%Monday: Rain. High 29°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 47%.
- Tue28°25°49%Tuesday: Drizzle. High 28°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 49%.
- Wed27°27°49%Wednesday: Thunderstorms. High 27°, Low 27°. Chance of rain 49%.
- Thu27°26°23%Thursday: Drizzle. High 27°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 23%.
- Fri26°26°21%Friday: Partly cloudy. High 26°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 21%.
- Sat27°26°12%Saturday: Drizzle. High 27°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 12%.
- Sun26°26°20%Sunday: Drizzle. High 26°, Low 26°. Chance of rain 20%.
Updated 03:39 PM local time · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Money
Mid-market rate1 USD = 1 BSD
Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API
Before you go to Harbour Island
Rules for Harbour Island, checked
- Entry rules depend on your passport. Check them on the official Bahamas government site before you book flights and the boat crossing.
- Shells, coral and marine life can be protected. Check Bahamas rules before you take anything from the beach or the sea.
- Dial 919 or 911 for police, fire or an ambulance anywhere in the Bahamas.
- Check Bahamas customs rules before you bring in alcohol, medicines or food, since limits and permits can change.
Plan around Harbour Island
Entry, islands and money for a Bahamas trip
Read the guideGetting aroundPlan the boat crossing and island transport
Read the guideMoney and costsDollars, cards and typical prices for a day
Read the guideVisas and entryEntry rules by passport before you book
Read the guideWhere to staySmall hotels and guesthouses on the island
Read the guideCaribbeanMore islands and beaches in the region
Read the guideHarbour Island FAQ
How do you get to Harbour Island?
By boat from Eleuthera, since there is no bridge. Fly to Eleuthera, book the crossing for the same day or the next, and arrange a transfer to the dock. Check boat times before you book flights.
Is Harbour Island worth visiting?
Yes if you want slow beach days, a walkable town of pastel houses and small hotels. It is a poor fit if you want many sights, nightlife or a large resort.
How many days do you need on Harbour Island?
Two or three nights covers Dunmore Town, Pink Sands and a boat day. A single night leaves the crossing taking up most of the day.
Do you need a car on Harbour Island?
No. Most visitors get around on foot, by golf cart or by bicycle. Pink Sands is a ride away, so book transport for the first morning.
What is Pink Sands Beach?
A beach on the eastern side of the island, known for its pink-tinted sand. The colour comes from tiny shell fragments in the sand.