Congo Town

Congo Town is an intriguing settlement on South Andros with a history deeply tied to the rescue of enslaved Africans. Its name commemorates Congolese people who were liberated by British Royal Navy patrols in the 19th century and resettled in this area. This unique cultural heritage continues to influence local customs and the strong community bonds felt today. Currently, Congo Town serves as the logistical gateway to South Andros, featuring its own airport that provides vital links to Nassau and the outside world. The local economy thrives on world-class bonefishing tourism, with the nearby vast sand flats considered some of the finest in existence. Visitors are welcomed by a serene atmosphere where the natural world takes center stage. The settlement is flanked by extensive pine forests and pristine marine waterways.

Nearby cities

Long Bay Cays

An area of settlements in South Andros.

Kemp's Bay

A settlement in the southern part of Andros Island.

Bullock's Harbour

The main settlement on the Berry Islands.

Sandy Point

A settlement at the southern tip of Great Abaco Island.

Nicolls Town

A town on North Andros known for its giant land crabs.

Crossing Rocks

A small fishing community on Great Abaco.

History & landmarks

Hole-in-the-Wall Lighthouse

A remote lighthouse located at the southern tip of Great Abaco.

Clifton Heritage Ruins

A historical site in western New Providence encompassing remains of Lucayan villages and plantations.

Andros Barrier Reef

The third largest barrier reef in the world, perfect for diving.

Baha Mar Resort

A massive hotel and casino complex dominating the Cable Beach skyline.

Ocean Atlas Statue

The largest underwater sculpture in the world, depicting a local Bahamian girl.

St. Francis Xavier Cathedral

The first Catholic church built in the Bahamas, featuring impressive Gothic architecture.

Dundas Centre for the Performing Arts

A distinctive building that serves as the heart for theater and culture in the Bahamas.

Great Stirrup Cay Lighthouse

A historic maritime beacon on a private island in the Berry Islands.

Nature

Tongue of the Ocean

A deep oceanic trench between Andros and New Providence islands.

Southern Bight (Andros)

An extensive network of tidal creeks that nearly divides South Andros in half.

Fresh Creek

A major tidal creek on Andros that leads deep inland and connects to blue holes.

Harrold and Wilson Ponds National Park

An important wetland area on New Providence, designated as a vital habitat for water birds.

Goose River

A wide tidal creek in North Andros that winds through mangrove forests.

More places

Congo Town Dock

A small dock for supply and local boat connections.

Kemp's Bay Marina

A small marina with provisioning and berthing services.

Goulding Cay Forest

A small cay off the west coast of New Providence with a dense, pristine dry forest.

Pirate's Lair Ruins

The remains of structures rumored to have been a hideout and tavern for pirates during the Golden Age.

Andros Crab Processing Plant

A processing plant for crabs and marine products from Andros.

Earth Village Kids Camp

An eco-educational camp near Adelaide Village that teaches children about nature, sustainable farming, and Bahamian culture.

Primeval Forest National Park

A remarkably untouched old-growth hardwood forest on New Providence, featuring dramatic karst formations.

Bonefish Pond National Park

An important coastal wetland on New Providence that serves as a vital nursery for marine fish and invertebrates.