The Bahamas Yacht Charter

700 islands. The clearest water on the planet.

A Bahamas yacht charter is defined by island-hopping, short ocean passages, luminous shallow seas and a blend of wild nature and Caribbean warmth that few destinations anywhere can match. From the swimming pigs of Exuma and the cave drawings of Rum Cay to the pink sand beaches of Eleuthera and the capital’s world-class marinas, routes are shaped around your pace, whether that means lively Nassau anchorages and dining ashore or quiet uninhabited cays and unhurried swim days onboard.

Princess curates each luxury yacht charter in the Bahamas around your timing and preferences, carefully matching yacht, crew and itinerary to your group so the experience feels seamless from embarkation to return.

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The Bahamas offers variety.
The difference lies in how it is curated.

The Bahamas offers variety.
The difference lies in how it is curated.

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Why The Bahamas remains a
charter favourite

The Bahamas is one of the Caribbean’s most rewarding cruising regions, where over 700 islands and some of the world’s clearest water mean short passage days between destinations unlike anywhere else.

The contrast between the lively marinas of Nassau and the uninhabited cays of the Exumas allows itineraries to move naturally between energy and calm. With visibility reaching up to 200 feet in some areas and year-round temperatures between 21 and 32°C, the conditions here are consistently exceptional, which is why thoughtful planning and local knowledge make all the difference.

Where to cruise in The Bahamas

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Nassau
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Allan Cay
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Exuma Islands
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Staniel Cay
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Sandy Cay
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Eleuthara

A curated Bahamas journey

Sample eight-day route from Nassau

Distance

458 nm

Duration

20h55m

1
Day 1
Nassau to Allan Cay
Begin your charter at Allan Cay, accessible only by boat and home to endangered Audubon shearwaters and the large, gentle iguanas that have made this nature reserve their own.
2
Day 2
Allan Cay to Exuma Islands
Arrive in the Exumas — a 100-mile chain of 365 cays with some of the most pristine waters in the Caribbean, where the sea glows in impossible shades of mint and aquamarine.
3
Day 3
Exuma Islands to Staniel Cay
Cruise to Staniel Cay for snorkelling, scuba diving, kayaking and the famous swimming pigs at nearby Big Major Cay — with white sand beaches, good restaurants and cold drinks waiting when you return.
4
Day 4
Staniel Cay to Exuma
Sail the Exuma chain, where Great Exuma, Little Exuma and the Exuma Cays together form one of the most celebrated stretches of beach and crystal-clear sea in the Bahamas.
5
Day 5
Exuma to Sandy Cay
Discover Sandy Cay, a private retreat in the Sea of Abaco with its own harbour and the floury white sand that the name promises - peaceful, unhurried and largely to those who arrive by water.
6
Day 6
Sandy Cay to Rum Cay and Cat Island
Experience Rum Cay, one of the Bahamas’ best-kept secrets, where cave drawings in Hartford Cave date to 500 AD. Continue to Cat Island for a hike to the Hermitage monastery and some of the archipelago’s most unspoilt beaches.
7
Day 7
Cat Island to Eleuthera
Unwind on Eleuthera, where sea turtles and manta rays swim in glassy blue water and the shores are lined with both white and the famous pink sand beaches that make the island unlike anywhere else in the Bahamas.
8
Day 8
Eleuthera to Nassau
Conclude your charter in Nassau, where golf courses, world-class marinas, colonial architecture and the beaches of nearby Paradise Island bring the route to a close.
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Pink sandy beaches

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Pristine waters

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Underwater exploration

Best time to charter The Bahamas

JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL MAY JUNE JULY AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER

The Bahamas is a year-round destination, with temperatures between 21 and 32°C throughout the season. The peak winter charter months run from December to April, when the weather is at its most settled and the trade winds provide ideal sailing conditions.

The summer months bring warmer water and fewer visitors at the popular anchorages, though the hurricane season runs from June to November, which is why itinerary planning around conditions is essential.

The Bahamas charter collection

These luxury yachts are crafted for Bahamas cruising, with outdoor living, swim stops and relaxed itineraries shaped around short island passages and the sheltered anchorages of the Exumas and the Abacos.

The Bahamas Charter
FAQs

When is the best time for a Bahamas yacht charter?

December to April is peak season, with the most settled conditions and reliable trade winds. May offers quieter anchorages with warm water and fewer boats.

How many islands can we visit in one week?

Typically 4–7 cays and islands, depending on pace and routing. The Exumas chain alone rewards several days given the variety between each stop.

Is the Bahamas suitable for families?

Yes. Calm, shallow water across much of the archipelago, frequent swim stops and the wildlife encounters — swimming pigs, nurse sharks, sea turtles — make it very family-friendly.

Can I combine the Bahamas with other Caribbean destinations?

Yes. The US Virgin Islands and British Virgin Islands are natural extensions for longer charters, and Bimini’s proximity to Florida makes it a convenient starting or finishing point.

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