High Cay was given its name precisely for the reason that it has High Elevations up to 60 feet above sea level. The Ocean side has beautiful white Cliffs that were so high they were the first sighting of land in the New World by Christopher Columbus! With the occurrence of Hurricane Dorian’s 2019 storm damage in Abaco and Grand Bahama, what was revealed is that elevation is the most important factor in determining how much damage a property would sustain, which makes High Cay one of the best islands in the Bahamas for long term protection of any homes, cottages and infrastructure that you might create on the island. High Cay is a peaceful and secluded private island located just off the southeast coast of San Salvador, and is surrounded by crystal clear turquoise waters forming a wonderful protected area between the beaches of San Salvador and High Cay – an ideal playground for water-sports including kite-boarding, sailing or jet skiing. High Cay boasts three beautiful beaches and is one of a few private islands in The Bahamas that has both high elevations and wonderful beaches.