For the remainder of our trip, we visited the caves on and around Great Exuma Cay while staying at the Peace and Plenty Beach Inn. It was a far cry from the expedition accommodations with which we were accustomed. This cozy hotel is part of a group of small lodges that offer up full service comfort with one of the best views in the islands. As the name implies, there is a beach behind the hotel with a long dock that will accommodate many boats. The pool, restaurant, bar and rooms are closely knit into a homey, setting.
Dive sites are a short boat ride from the dock or a quick drive down the island s lone highway.
With handy access to air fills in George Town, we could easily execute two cave dives daily with leisurely surface intervals enjoying baked grouper and conch salad. Master Harbor Cave was one of my favorite sites. Active tidal changes take nutrient rich waters deep into this system. Eight to ten pound lobsters litter the walls and floors for great distances into the cave. Peculiar tunicates, sponges, brittle stars and sea cucumbers decorate this cave with exquisite life.