Yacht Vacation Bahamas

The Yachts

Accommodation is on 52-62ft catamarans with 5-6 double cabins and private washrooms. Life aboard a cabin charter in Bahamas will have an international flavour where groups of like-minded travellers come together to share the best experience possible. The catamarans are spacious with plenty of deck areas to enjoy quiet time or social areas to mingle with your fellow crew mates.*

The Yachts have the following features:

• double-bed cabins for double occupancy
• private washroom facilities
• equipped galley with refrigerator/ice boxes & double sink
• large open saloon with dining table, couch
• Sound system for ipod/mp3 playback
• generator providing 220v power in cabins
• spacious cockpit with external dining table
• furling sails and mainsails with lazy–jack or roller system
• bimini (shade awning) and spray hood on the monohull
• GPS plotter
• kayak with paddle
• stand up paddle board
• snorkel gear
• dinghy and outboard
• emergency life rafts, life jackets, harnesses, first–aid kits and standard safety equipment for sailboats.

Meals

Bahamas sailing vacations include meals so there's no need to be concerned about shopping. From the fully equipped galley your hostess/chef will prepare meals that will have a regional flavour from a diverse and mouthwatering menu. Breakfast generally includes a mixture of:

• fresh filter coffee
• fruit juices
• milk and teas (freshly brewed black tea or herbal tea assortments)
• an assortment of cheeses
• eggs prepared to your liking
• fresh bread
• honey, jams, butter, toast
• cereals
• local specialities

Lunch and dinner are a fantastic mixture of hot and cold foods and include:

• soups
• a large variety of salads
• sauces and dips
• grilled meats and fish
• shell fish
• pastas, rices and potatoes

Every chef will also add a few of their own personal flavours to the trip!

Beverages

Drinks (table wine), local aperitifs (punch, rum), fruit juice, sodas. All other beverages can be purchased at the local supermarkets and brought onboard.

Special Dietary Requirements

Can be accommodated in some instances with advance notice, but it is advised to bring your own snack foods if you have food intolerances or allergies.

What happens each day?

The emphasis is on sailing, relaxation and enjoying water and beach activities. Some shore excursions are offered to see charming towns for shopping or places of interest. See the detailed itinerary for more details. For evening entertainment, you can sit on deck and chill with your fellow crew mates or enjoy the local nightlife on shore.

Swimming and snorkelling

Each day there is a chance to swim and snorkel. In this tropical paradise, there is an abundance of fish for the avid snorkeler. Alternatively, you can kayak to the beach to enjoy strolling the beach and beach combing.

The Crew

The professional crew are responsible for all operations of the vessel, sailing, cooking, cleaning, and service of all meals, drinks and snacks on board. Crew offer a wealth of knowledge, great service and make the trip an unforgettable experience.

*On rare occasions an alternative yacht or smaller yacht may be used based on the number of bookings. Yachts may motor sail in light air to make destinations on time. When booking, it is not possible to specify a particular yacht or crew.

Marsh Harbour Boarding Location

Marsh Harbour: Conch Inn and Marina

Your yacht will be available to board 17:00 hrs. If you arrive early at the marina on boarding day, bags can be left with your crew until boarding time.

Leonard M. Thompson International Airport formally known as The Marsh Harbour International Airport is 5.1km from Conch Inn Marina.  Taxis are regularly available in front of the airport buildings, alternatively you can pre-book a transfer, contact us if you wish pre-book. 

By flight

There are regular flights from Florida, Georgia and Nassau with Bahamas American Airlines, Silver Airways, Bahamasair, Western Air, Delta Airlines and United Airways. Please check the schedule on the airport website.

By Road

From Leonard M. Thompson International Airport, head southeast for 600m. At the roundabout, take the second exit to onto Great Abaco Hwy. Stay on Great Abaco Hwy for 2.3km. Continue straight on to Don Mackay Blvd for 1.0 km. Turn right onto Queen Elizabeth Dr and then turn right onto Bay St. The Conch Inn Marina will be on the left.

Nassau Boarding Location

Nassau: Palm Cay Marina

Your yacht will be available to board 17:00 hrs. If you arrive early at the marina on boarding day, bags can be left with your crew until boarding time.

Lynden Pindling International Airport at Nassau, New Providence is 23.5km from the marina boarding location – 35 minutes by taxi ride to Palm Cay Marina. Taxis are regularly available in front of the airport buildings, alternatively you can pre-book a transfer, contact us if you wish pre-book. 

By flight
During the high season there are regular flights from various destinations around the globe http://nassaulpia.com/ American Airlines, Delta, United, Air Canada and many commercial airlines flying direct to The Bahamas every day from major gateways in the United States and Canada. British Airways flies non-stop through London, Amsterdam, Barcelona, Berlin, Brussels, Frankfurt, Madrid, Munich, Moscow, Paris, Rome and Zurich. 

By ferry
services are also offered from Fort Lauderdale or West Palm Beach in Florida.

By road
From the airport, go east and at the first roundabout take the first exit. At the second roundabout, take the second exit towards John F Kennedy Dr. At the roundabout, take the third exit towards Tonique Williams-Darling Hwy. At the roundabout, take the second exit towards Independence. At the roundabout, take the second exit towards EW Hwy. Turn right on Robinson Dr and continue on Prince Charles Dr. Turn right on Fox Hill Rd. Turn left on Yamacraw Hill Rd. Palm Cay resort will be on the right.

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