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Caribbean · November — May

Bahamas
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Exumas. Nassau. The Abacos. 700 islands and the most extraordinary water on earth.

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SeasonNovember — May
When to bookPeak season is December through March. Hurricane season runs from June to November — most charter yachts leave the Bahamas for the summer. April and May are quieter and often good value.
About Bahamas

Why charter in Bahamas?

The Bahamas is the most extraordinary sailing ground in the western hemisphere. 700 islands spread across 250,000 square kilometres of ocean, with water that moves from turquoise to deep blue in the space of a few metres. The Exumas — a chain of 365 islands and cays — are the centrepiece of any Bahamas charter: shallow banks, swimming pigs, nurse sharks, and beaches that look like they belong in a different world.

The Exumas are the most popular charter destination in the Bahamas. The chain runs 150 kilometres from Nassau south to Great Exuma. The Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park — a protected area in the northern Exumas — has some of the clearest water in the world and is accessible only by boat. The swimming pigs at Big Major Cay, the nurse sharks at Compass Cay, and the iguanas at Allen's Cay are all accessible only by sea.

Nassau is the main provisioning base for Bahamas charters. The Nassau Harbour Club and the Albany marina are the two main marinas. Albany, in the southwest of New Providence, is the most prestigious marina in the Bahamas — a private resort with a golf course, restaurants, and a superyacht marina.

The Abacos, in the northern Bahamas, are the best sailing ground in the archipelago. The Sea of Abaco — a protected body of water between the main island and the outer cays — is perfect for sailing: consistent trade winds, calm water, and a chain of small settlements with good anchorages.

MY OCEAN arranges Bahamas charters through the wider market. The fleet available includes vessels from 20 metres to 60 metres. Emily will match the right yacht to your group and itinerary.

"MY OCEAN has been arranging Bahamas charters since 2020. Emily Cossey leads the charter desk and has personally arranged over 200 charters across the Caribbean."

Emily Cossey, Charter Manager — MY OCEAN

How to charter a yacht in Bahamas

  1. 01
    Tell us your dates and guest count
    Contact MY OCEAN via WhatsApp or the enquiry form with your preferred dates, number of guests, and approximate budget. Emily responds within hours.
  2. 02
    Receive a curated shortlist
    Within 24 hours you will receive a shortlist of available yachts that match your requirements — not a generic catalogue, but a specific recommendation.
  3. 03
    Review the MYBA charter agreement
    Once you select a yacht, MY OCEAN prepares the MYBA standard charter agreement. The deposit is typically 50% of the charter fee. The APA (Advance Provisioning Allowance) covers fuel, food, and marina fees — typically 30–35% of the charter fee.
  4. 04
    Board and depart
    The crew handles provisioning, routing, and all logistics. You arrive at the embarkation port and step aboard.
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Bahamas

November — May

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Emily Cossey
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What to know

Bahamas highlights.

The Exumas

A chain of 365 islands and cays with some of the most extraordinary water in the world. The swimming pigs at Big Major Cay, the nurse sharks at Compass Cay, and the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park are all accessible only by sea.

Staniel Cay

The social centre of the Exumas. The Staniel Cay Yacht Club is one of the most famous in the Caribbean. The Thunderball Grotto — a sea cave used in two James Bond films — is a 5-minute swim from the anchorage.

The Abacos

The best sailing ground in the Bahamas. The Sea of Abaco provides consistent trade winds and calm water. The Hope Town lighthouse is one of the most photographed in the Caribbean.

Albany marina

The most prestigious marina in the Bahamas. A private resort with a golf course, restaurants, and a superyacht marina. The base for many of the largest yachts in the Bahamas during the winter season.

Where to anchor

Key anchorages.

Big Major Cay (Pig Beach)
The famous swimming pigs. Anchor off the beach and the pigs will swim out to the boat. One of the most photographed experiences in the Bahamas.
Compass Cay
The nurse shark anchorage. The nurse sharks gather at the dock and can be hand-fed. Calm, clear water and good snorkelling.
Thunderball Grotto
A sea cave near Staniel Cay used in two James Bond films. Accessible by snorkelling at low tide. Extraordinary light effects inside the cave.
Hope Town, Abacos
A small settlement with a candy-striped lighthouse. One of the most charming anchorages in the Bahamas. Good restaurants and a well-equipped marina.
FAQ

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