Toghi: Bimini

Bimini Bahamas

Bimini is the westernmost district of the Bahamas, made up of a chain of islands located about 80 kilometers (50 miles) due east of Miami. It is the closest point in the Bahamas to the mainland United States and lies approximately 210 kilometers (130 miles) west-northwest of Nassau. The population was 1,988 as of the 2010 census. Bimini consists of three islands: North Bimini, South Bimini, and East Bimini. The two largest are North Bimini and South Bimini. The main settlement is Alice Town, a lively strip of shops, restaurants, and bars along a road known as “The King’s Highway.” A second main road, Queen’s Highway, runs almost the length of the island parallel to King’s Highway. South Bimini is home to South Bimini Airport and offers a quieter alternative to the slower-paced bustle of North Bimini. A small residential community on South Bimini, called Port Royale, borders the water. For many years, tourism on South Bimini was mostly limited to boaters, as there were few accommodations other than private homes. Because Bimini is so close to Miami, Florida, many American anglers travel there by boat to fish or enjoy the local nightlife. Scuba diving and snorkeling are also popular, thanks to numerous shipwrecks in the area, including the wreck of the SS Sapona, which ran aground during a 1926 hurricane. The top of the ship remains above water while the lower half is submerged. Over the years, parts of the wreck were salvaged, and some of the wood was used in the construction of the Compleat Angler Hotel and bar on North Bimini.

Recommended airport

South Bimini (BIM)

Nearby destinations

Bimini, Bahamas

Bimini Bahamas