Tucked away on Great Harbour Cay in the Berry Islands, just 120 miles from Miami, Vital Shores is closer than you think, yet worlds away.
Arrivals are effortless, whether by private aircraft, charter, or scheduled flights via Nassau or Fort Lauderdale.
Getting Here
Arriving to Vital Shores
By Air 
The newly renovated Great Harbour Cay Airport (GHC), an official port of entry, welcomes both private jets and scheduled service.
From Nassau: A swift 20-minute flight with LeAir or Flamingo Air, offered twice daily. From Fort Lauderdale: Makers Air provides direct service in just under an hour, with the added ease of clearing Customs upon arrival.
For the utmost convenience, private charters are also available from Florida with Makers Air and Tropic Ocean Airways. At Vital Shores, your journey is designed to be as seamless as your stay.
By Boat 
Getting to Great Harbour Cay by boat is part of the adventure, offering a stunning introduction to the Berry Islands.
From Florida, the journey is about 120 nautical miles east of Miami, or roughly 70 nautical miles from Bimini. Many boaters depart from Miami, Fort Lauderdale, or Palm Beach, crossing the Gulf Stream toward Bimini or Chub Cay before continuing northeast to Great Harbour Cay. The approach is straightforward, with deep water access and clearly marked channels. Great Harbour Cay Marina is one of the most sheltered harbors in The Bahamas, ideal for both short visits and extended stays, and it offers Customs and Immigration services right on site.
From Nassau, the island lies about 36 nautical miles to the northwest, an easy half-day cruise across the New Providence Channel. Private charters and inter-island yachts often make the trip for weekend escapes.
Those exploring the neighboring islands will find Great Harbour Cay just 25 nautical miles from Chub Cay and about 30 to 40 nautical miles from Andros, making it a natural stop for island-hopping itineraries through the Berry Islands.