Great Exuma / Hermitage (Great Exuma)

Great Exuma / Hermitage is a sand-bottom, crystal-clear spot with flat to slightly choppy water and small surf, giving riders a relatively forgiving environment once in the right depth window. The beach and nearshore setup is generally accessible, but the available space for laying out gear can shrink at higher tide. The wind is dominated by consistent easterly trade winds, typically strongest in the winter months, with good conditions extending into spring. Typical riding wind is described around the mid-to-high teens up to about the mid-20s knots, and the wind directions most favored are from the NE to E sectors, aligning well with kitesurfing and foiling. Safety planning matters here: sources highlight the potential for stronger current in nearby channels when the tide is coming in, along with offshore reef patches and coral heads. Power-line hazards have also been mentioned for the area downwind, so a careful pre-flight check of the launch and wind line is important before committing. Overall, the spot suits intermediate (and progressing) riders for kitesurfing freeride/creative riding, while wingfoiling is considered feasible with attention to shallow water near shore and the offshore coral features. It is also described as quieter than more crowded beaches closer to George Town, with generally low crowding through the year.