Shakira lists private Bahamas island Bonds Cay for $30 million

By Ahmet Taş | Wise News Press

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Colombian pop superstar Shakira has placed her sprawling private island in the Bahamas on the real estate market for approximately $30 million (£22 million). The 650-acre property, known as Bonds Cay, offers a rare opportunity for ultra-wealthy investors seeking privacy and development potential in the Caribbean.

Originally purchased in 2006 for $16 million, the island has nearly doubled in value over the last two decades. The sale marks the end of a long-held vision by the singer to transform the location into a sanctuary for artists.

A shared dream with a rock legend

Bonds Cay is not only associated with Shakira but also ties into the legacy of Pink Floyd. The "Hips Don't Lie" singer bought the island in partnership with Roger Waters, the legendary bassist and lyricist of the British rock band.

Waters, now 82, and Shakira had originally planned to develop the island into a carbon-neutral "artist's retreat" featuring luxury hotels, studios, and private residences where creatives could work in seclusion. While that specific project never came to fruition, the island remains a pristine canvas for future development.

650 acres of untouched nature

Located in the Berry Islands district of the Bahamas, roughly 125 miles (200 km) from Miami, Bonds Cay is described as a massive, undeveloped gem. The listing, held by Corcoran CA Christie Bahamas, highlights the island's impressive natural features, including 5 beaches and high elevations that offer panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean.

The property boasts over 13 miles (21 km) of water frontage with turquoise waters and white sandy beaches. Accessibility is a key selling point for privacy-seeking billionaires, as the island can be reached by private jet, helicopter, or yacht.

"A rare opportunity"

Real estate experts emphasize the scarcity of such large, freehold properties in the region. Gavin Christie from Corcoran CA Christie Bahamas noted that finding an island of this size that remains untouched is "incredibly rare."

"The new owners could build a world-class resort or an exclusive family retreat with an environmentally conscious design," Christie suggested, pointing to the commercial potential of the land.

Global market context

While the $30 million price tag places Bonds Cay firmly in the ultra-luxury bracket, the global island market offers varied options. In a stark contrast highlighted by market analysts, the island of Eilean Mor off the west coast of Scotland is currently listed for just £275,000 (approx. $350,000).

To put the figures into perspective, the price of the Scottish island is roughly half that of an average apartment in London, whereas Shakira’s Caribbean haven demands a budget reserved for the world's financial elite.

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