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Cephas
ℹ️Practical info — Cephas
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
📍 Nearby
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💡 Tips
- Rent a golf cart or car, as public transport is minimal.
- Bring cash (Bahamian or US dollars) for small local vendors.
- Pack insect repellent for the evenings to ward off sandflies.
- Embrace the slow 'island time' pace; service may be relaxed.
🍽 Food
Freshly prepared at small roadside stands along the coast.
A hearty side dish available in most local eateries.
A traditional sweet dessert, look for it in local bakeries.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Baskets and hats woven by locals.
Buy the day's catch directly from local fishermen.
Bottled in small batches, they make a great authentic souvenir.
First-rate for peaceful and solitary walks by the sea.
Explore the quiet, shaded paths in the island's interior.
Water temperature…
Cephas is a very small, historical settlement on Great Exuma, Bahamas, located near Rolletown. The village serves as an example of the rural communities that emerged following the abolition of slavery in the 19th century. Residents of Cephas traditionally lived through subsistence farming and fishing, employing techniques that remained unchanged for generations. Geographically, the settlement is situated slightly inland but provides quick access to the sheltered waters between Great Exuma and the offshore cays. The architecture in Cephas is modest and reflects the functional building style of the era, featuring small stone houses and well-tended kitchen gardens. Today, Cephas is a place of tranquility located off the main tourist paths, offering insights into original Bahamian heritage. Connection to George Town is facilitated by the Queen’s Highway, which runs just a few minutes away from the settlement center.
- Location: Bahamas
- Nearby: Cooper's Town (7 km)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jan–Mar.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 22 | 22 | 22 | 24 | 25 | 27 | 29 | 29 | 28 | 27 | 25 | 23 |
| Rain mm | 47 | 46 | 57 | 70 | 104 | 141 | 138 | 136 | 178 | 104 | 55 | 45 |
Geography
Facts
- Cephas belongs to the East Exuma administrative district.
- The settlement consists of only a handful of residential homes.
- The village is located less than 15 km southeast of George Town.
- Agricultural products like peas and corn were historically grown here.
- Cephas is closely linked to the history of the Rolle plantations.
- The settlement is situated near the tidal inlets of Elizabeth Harbour.
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