Andros Island

Another island to consider that is not visited very often is Andros Island. Although a large island, Andros is probably one of the strangest. In fact, people call this island mysterious. Much of the dense mangrove forests have never been explored, partly due to the fear of the Chickcharnie, little, red-eyed elves said to inhabit the island. These mythical creatures are said to be very mischievous and live only on this island in the Bahamas.

The natives of Andros swear they have seen the elves, which have three fingers and three toes, along with the glaring red eyes. Even though the elves are known for their mischievous behavior, it is also said that anyone lucky enough to meet one will have lifelong good luck. In addition, the island of Andros is said to have its own version of the famous Loch Ness Monster, which is called Lusca.


Regarded as the “bonefish capital of the world”, Andros does offer some of the finest and most challenging fishing in the world. Additionally, people are starting to discover the incredible diving off this island, which features the third largest barrier reef in the world. All around the reef is 12-foot water that suddenly drops off some 6,000 feet into the Abyss, commonly referred to as the “Tongue of the Ocean” by the natives. The colorful life below the ocean’s surface is absolutely, phenomenal. If you can get past the theory of the Chickcharnie, this is an island to see.


Continued from «Crooked Island


Last Updated: 10/19/2006 3:14:00 PM

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