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Yachting in the Exumas

Experience a world of turquoise bathwater and swimming pigs. Welcome to The Exumas; a string of 365 islands and cays located in The Bahamas. When traveling to the Out Islands of the Bahamas, it’s important to note just how remote this area is. Only accessible by boat or seaplane, the private serenity of The Exumas makes it the perfect yachting destination. 

The Perfect Bahamas Itinerary

Begin your journey with a brief cruise through the Atlantic Ocean before entering this Bahamian oasis. Widely known for its luminous blue water, which can be seen from space, you will be left in awe of the natural beauty. Whether you’re going for a weekend getaway or a week-long vacation, there is no better place to charter a yacht than The Exumas. Sprawling 120 miles southeast of new providence, Exuma is a tropical hideaway reserved only for those who can find a way to get there. The Bahamas is famous for its brilliant turquoise waters; due in large part to the shallow nature of the water. The word ‘Bahamas’ comes from Bajamar, which means ‘shallow water’ in Spanish. There are plenty of yachts available for charter with accommodating shallow drafts, view some here.

This map is an example of a custom charter itinerary. Our team will customize your itinerary based upon your preferences, contact us today to learn more. 

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Highbourne Cay 

Highbourne Cay is a must-stop on journeys through the Exumas and points south. Cruising guides consistently describe Highbourne as “excellent” and a “favorite outpost” of seasoned yachtsmen. The prime reason: Highbourne Cay Marina, located within a beautiful, naturally-sheltered harbour and managed and maintained impeccably by professional, friendly staff.

Upon arrival, take the tender to Allen’s Cay, home to the welcoming Rock Iguanas that wait on the beach for treats from visitors. This is also a calm spot ideal for a day on the yacht’s jet skis and toys. Afterwards, you can stroll along the beautiful beaches of Horseshoe Bay or snorkel the Octopus Garden reefs. 

Compass Cay
Compass Cay

Cambridge Cay and Compass Cay 

For the adventure seekers, swim with wild nurse sharks at Compass Cay. Stand in 4’-5′ water as the gentle nurse sharks swim leisurely through the water. Don’t worry, these gentle giants will not hurt you. Simply float adrift into the bright blue water as you’re graced by the presence of docile nurse sharks. If the thought of swimming with sharks is unsettling, head over to Rachel’s Bubble Bath. The deep crystal-clear azure water in the lagoon is a favorite to all who visit. At mid to high tide the waves crash over the surrounding rocks in a way that creates a natural jacuzzi. You’ll feel as though you are swimming in an ocean of champagne.

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Warderick Wells

Warderick Wells 

Ease into the day as your make your way over to Warderick Wells, known for it’s beautiful coastal trails. Take a hike to Boo Boo Hill, the tallest hill on the cay. Here you can experience a spectacular panoramic view of the island, the anchorage, and Exuma Sound. The underwater views are pristine and an ideal day for snorkeling. On shore, you can take a lovely walk across the island through a national park where you will find a 53ft. whale skeleton on the beach. Warderick Wells deserves its place as the “most popular cay”, and you will remember it as the one harbor that you’ll long to return to. Spend the rest of the day in the water enjoying all the toys onboard!

Bitter Guana Cay
Bitter Guana Cay

Bitter Guana Cay 

Today our destination is Bitter Guana Cay.  There are numerous beaches on the island and snorkeling is a very popular activity among guests. The pools here are filled with beautiful coral and marine life, so be sure to take the paddleboards for a whirl, or hop on your jet skis to the shore. Take a beach walk, collect a few seashells here on the white sandy beaches, or take a dip in the shallow pools of water off the coast.

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Big Majors

Harvey’s Cay & Big Major’s Spot 

Wake up anchored out at Harvey Cay and enjoy a nice breakfast on the aft deck.  From the moment you approach the shoreline, you will be greeted by the island’s salty four-legged inhabitants. A popular destination for visitors, Big Major Cay is home to the world-famous pig beach. Since the early 1990s, these four-legged celebrities have grown in numbers. Gracing the presence of visitors with their curly tails and wiggly noses, the pigs love peeping their heads through the water as they swim, most likely looking for a tasty treat. If you’re looking for a once-in-a-lifetime experience, Pig Beach is a must-see.  

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Thunderball Grotto

Staniel Cay

Enjoy the festive atmosphere around the Staniel Cay Yacht Club sharing stories with other yacht guests, meet the locals,  and enjoy a local meal at the club.  Anchor outside the “Thunderball Grotto” where the underwater scenes in the James Bond movie by the same name were filmed. The site is naturally a very popular location for diving and snorkeling, and the amazing heads of colorful coral and reef fish will make you feel like you are in an aquarium. Explore the beautiful surrounding coves and beaches of Staniel Cay.

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Shroud

Shroud Cay

Experience Shroud Cay, and it’s crystalline waters. The vast waters here are a snorkeler’s dream: crystal clear, abundant with fish, and deemed by many to be the bluest of all the waters in the world.  Home to the Exumas Land and Sea Park, enjoy an adventure through the mangrove rivers, explore the breathtaking climb to the top of “Camp Driftwood”, or tender over to Hawksbill Cay, a great place to anchor and experience the serene, sugar-sand beaches.

Norman's Cay
Norman's Cay

Norman’s Cay

Cruise on the Exuma Sound, fishing along the way, to the Southern end of Norman’s Cay where you can explore a sunken plane that makes a colorful and exciting snorkel with colorful fish and coral. Explore the island’s ruins and visit “Twinkie Beach” with its lone palm tree, charming beach, and loads of seashells to collect. 

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Rose Island, Bahamas

Rose Island

Rose Island is one of the more popular yacht destinations and is located only 3 miles east of Paradise Island.  Rose Island does not have any roads or residential dwellings, in fact it is said that centuries ago the island was home to a pineapple plantation. The center of the island is made up of a shallow inland lagoon and the highest point of the island measures roughly 52ft in elevation.  This is a great location to anchor up, take out the wave runners, floats, and inflate the slide…you are still on island time.  

Bahamas CuIsine

A staple in Bahamian cuisine, conch, is used in just about every dish cooked in the Bahamas. Whether it’s conch burgers, blackened conch, cracked conch, grilled conch, or conch fritters, the island cuisine is sure to satisfy your taste buds. On the healthier side, conch salad is made with just lemon juice, conch, fresh tomatoes, onion, green pepper, and cucumber. Devouring these fresh fruits and vegetables on the sundeck of your yacht is truly an unforgettable experience. There’s nothing quite like a view of the bright blue ocean as you dig into a freshly prepared local Bahamian lunch.  

Underwater Adventures

Nothing goes together like a sunny day and an ice-cold beverage. Sip on something sweet as you cruise to Musha Cay for some afternoon snorkeling. Many of these islands are owned by distinguished celebrities, David Copperfield owns this island. The lush tropical landscape and warm blue water make for the perfect island getaway. Famous for its underwater statue, Musha Cay is one of the most popular snorkeling spots in the Exumas. Throw on a mask and snorkel down to the underwater statue, where you’ll find a mermaid perched on a bench with a real-life piano! 

Worth Avenue Yachts offers many options of yachts available for charter in the Bahamas and Exumas. Decide your budget, time frame and number of guests then contact our team for an exclusive list of luxury yachts available for charter in the Exumas. 

M/Y BROADWATER is a 184′ Feadship available for Charter in the Bahamas. 

View our featured charter yachts

YACHT CHOICES

Below are just a small sampling of yachts available, priced per week. 
For detailed information, specific requests and all other information, contact our team today! 
Inquiries@WorthAvenueYachts.com

OKTO
OKTO
Cabins: 6
Guests: 11
Length: 218ft / 66.4m
Price: $480,000
MOCA
MOCA
Cabins: 7
Guests: 12
Length: 208ft / 63.5m
Price: $475,000
SURI
SURI
Cabins: 6
Guests: 12
Length: 208ft / 63.4m
Price: $350,000
APOGEE
APOGEE
Cabins: 6
Guests: 12
Length: 205ft / 62.5m
Price: $360,000
ROCK.IT
ROCK.IT
Cabins: 5
Guests: 11
Length: 198ft / 60.4m
Price: $395,000
IRON BLONDE
IRON BLONDE
Cabins: 7
Guests: 12
Length: 197ft / 60m
Price: $430,000
ST DAVID
ST DAVID
Cabins: 6
Guests: 12
Length: 197ft / 60m
Price: $325,000
STARSHIP
STARSHIP
Cabins: 6
Guests: 12
Length: 185ft / 56.4m
Price: $275,000
LIMITLESS
LIMITLESS
Cabins: 13
Guests: 26
Length: 184ft / 56m
Price: $85,300
MOSKITO
MOSKITO
Cabins: 6
Guests: 12
Length: 180ft / 55m
Price: $350,000
AFTER YOU
AFTER YOU
Cabins: 6
Guests: 12
Length: 180ft / 55m
Price: $350,000
NEXT CHAPTER
NEXT CHAPTER
Cabins: 6
Guests: 12
Length: 180ft / 55m
Price: $325,000
SOUTH
SOUTH
Cabins: 6
Guests: 12
Length: 180ft / 54.9m
Price: $295,000
PANORAMA
PANORAMA
Cabins: 24
Guests: 49
Length: 177ft / 54m
Price: $113,000
MIRAGE
MIRAGE
Cabins: 8
Guests: 12
Length: 174ft / 53m
Price: $200,000
NITA K II
NITA K II
Cabins: 5
Guests: 12
Length: 171ft / 52.1m
Price: $250,000
IMMERSIVE
IMMERSIVE
Cabins: 6
Guests: 12
Length: 165ft / 50.4m
Price: $281,000
EMERALD
EMERALD
Cabins: 6
Guests: 12
Length: 165ft / 50.4m
Price: $210,000
FANTASEA
FANTASEA
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 164ft / 50m
Price: $320,000
ASPEN ALTERNATIVE
ASPEN ALTERNATIVE
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 164ft / 50m
Price: $199,000
OCEAN CLUB
OCEAN CLUB
Cabins: 5
Guests: 12
Length: 164ft / 50m
Price: $195,000
BON VIVANT
BON VIVANT
Cabins: 6
Guests: 12
Length: 164ft / 49.9m
Price: $215,000
MOSAIQUE
MOSAIQUE
Cabins: 6
Guests: 12
Length: 164ft / 49.9m
Price: $212,000
ELA
ELA
Cabins: 6
Guests: 12
Length: 163ft / 49.8m
Price: $275,000
REMEMBER WHEN
REMEMBER WHEN
Cabins: 6
Guests: 12
Length: 162ft / 49.4m
Price: $230,000
TE MANU
TE MANU
Cabins: 6
Guests: 12
Length: 162ft / 49.4m
Price: $196,000
CARTE BLANCHE
CARTE BLANCHE
Cabins: 6
Guests: 12
Length: 161ft / 49.1m
Price: $200,000
LA DEA II
LA DEA II
Cabins: 5
Guests: 12
Length: 161ft / 49m
Price: $225,000
LADY JOY
LADY JOY
Cabins: 6
Guests: 12
Length: 157ft / 47.9m
Price: $199,000
SEA CLASS
SEA CLASS
Cabins: 6
Guests: 12
Length: 155ft / 47.3m
Price: $190,000
M
M
Cabins: 5
Guests: 12
Length: 154ft / 47m
Price: $290,000
PARA BELLUM
PARA BELLUM
Cabins: 5
Guests: 11
Length: 154ft / 47m
Price: $265,000
VALHALLA
VALHALLA
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 151ft / 46m
Price: $190,000
PISCES
PISCES
Cabins: 5
Guests: 11
Length: 151ft / 46m
Price: $195,000
ARTEMIS
ARTEMIS
Cabins: 6
Guests: 12
Length: 150ft / 45.7m
Price: $175,000
SONICIAN
SONICIAN
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 150ft / 45.7m
Price: $150,000
AUDACES
AUDACES
Cabins: 5
Guests: 11
Length: 147ft / 44.8m
Price: $175,000
SURINA
SURINA
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 147ft / 44.8m
Price: $158,000
M3
M3
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 147ft / 44.8m
Price: $130,000
LADY L
LADY L
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 146ft / 44.6m
Price: $170,000
BIG EASY
BIG EASY
Cabins: 6
Guests: 12
Length: 146ft / 44.6m
Price: $160,000
LA LA LAND
LA LA LAND
Cabins: 5
Guests: 12
Length: 145ft / 44.3m
Price: $328,000
RELENTLESS
RELENTLESS
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 145ft / 44.2m
Price: $150,000
RENA
RENA
Cabins: 5
Guests: 12
Length: 145ft / 44.2m
Price: $125,000
ALTA
ALTA
Cabins: 5
Guests: 12
Length: 144ft / 43.9m
Price: $185,000
GRAND ILLUSION
GRAND ILLUSION
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 144ft / 43.9m
Price: $120,000
SUR LA MER
SUR LA MER
Cabins: 5
Guests: 12
Length: 143ft / 43.6m
Price: $160,000
AQUASITION
AQUASITION
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 142ft / 43.3m
Price: $150,000
LADY J
LADY J
Cabins: 5
Guests: 12
Length: 142ft / 43.3m
Price: $119,000
HALARA
HALARA
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 141ft / 43m
Price: $220,000
JUST ENOUGH
JUST ENOUGH
Cabins: 5
Guests: 11
Length: 141ft / 43m
Price: $139,000
NEVER ENOUGH
NEVER ENOUGH
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 140ft / 42.7m
Price: $99,000
MISS STEPHANIE
MISS STEPHANIE
Cabins: 6
Guests: 12
Length: 138ft / 42.1m
Price: $135,000
EMINA
EMINA
Cabins: 6
Guests: 12
Length: 138ft / 42m
Price: $196,000
ROCK 13
ROCK 13
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 136ft / 41.4m
Price: $135,000
STAY SALTY
STAY SALTY
Cabins: 6
Guests: 12
Length: 135ft / 41.2m
Price: $145,000
KASHMIR
KASHMIR
Cabins: 6
Guests: 12
Length: 133ft / 40.5m
Price: $110,000
SERENITY
SERENITY
Cabins: 6
Guests: 12
Length: 133ft / 40.5m
Price: $145,000
CUPCAKE
CUPCAKE
Cabins: 5
Guests: 12
Length: 132ft / 40.3m
Price: $132,000
PATIENCE
PATIENCE
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 132ft / 40.2m
Price: $145,000
BEACHOUSE
BEACHOUSE
Cabins: 4
Guests: 10
Length: 131ft / 40m
Price: $110,000
LOHANKA
LOHANKA
Cabins: 4
Guests: 8
Length: 131ft / 40m
Price: $95,000
JOMAR
JOMAR
Cabins: 6
Guests: 11
Length: 130ft / 39.7m
Price: $120,000
YOLO
YOLO
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 130ft / 39.6m
Price: $120,000
LONE STAR
LONE STAR
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 130ft / 39.6m
Price: $99,000
MEMENTO VIVERE
MEMENTO VIVERE
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 130ft / 39.6m
Price: $120,000
KING OF FUN
KING OF FUN
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 130ft / 39.6m
Price: $120,000
SWEET ESCAPE
SWEET ESCAPE
Cabins: 6
Guests: 12
Length: 130ft / 39.6m
Price: $115,000
PIPE DREAM
PIPE DREAM
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 130ft / 39.6m
Price: $140,000
S7
S7
Cabins: 10
Guests: 10
Length: 129ft / 39.3m
Price: $126,000
OCULUS
OCULUS
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 128ft / 39m
Price: $99,000
NO BADA BEES
NO BADA BEES
Cabins: 6
Guests: 12
Length: 127ft / 38.7m
Price: $130,000
GLADIUS
GLADIUS
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 127ft / 38.7m
Price: $100,000
PERSISTENCE
PERSISTENCE
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 127ft / 38.6m
Price: $140,000
ODIN
ODIN
Cabins: 4
Guests: 9
Length: 126ft / 38.4m
Price: $65,000
SEA AXIS
SEA AXIS
Cabins: 5
Guests: 12
Length: 125ft / 38.1m
Price: $99,000
GLORY
GLORY
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 125ft / 38m
Price: $200,000
CAMILLE
CAMILLE
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 124ft / 37.8m
Price: $85,000
REFLECTIONS
REFLECTIONS
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 124ft / 37.8m
Price: $70,000
MURPHY'S LAW
MURPHY'S LAW
Cabins: 4
Guests: 10
Length: 124ft / 37.8m
Price: $70,000
ROCKET ONE
ROCKET ONE
Cabins: 6
Guests: 14
Length: 123ft / 37.6m
Price: $212,000
BLACKSHEEP
BLACKSHEEP
Cabins: 4
Guests: 8
Length: 123ft / 37.5m
Price: $80,000
TEMPTATION
TEMPTATION
Cabins: 4
Guests: 8
Length: 123ft / 37.5m
Price: $80,000
KOJU
KOJU
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 121ft / 37m
Price: $160,000
MERCY
MERCY
Cabins: 6
Guests: 12
Length: 121ft / 36.9m
Price: $125,000
NAMASTE
NAMASTE
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 121ft / 36.9m
Price: $105,000
CHANSON
CHANSON
Cabins: 4
Guests: 8
Length: 120ft / 36.6m
Price: $85,000
REAL SUMMERTIME
REAL SUMMERTIME
Cabins: 5
Guests: 12
Length: 120ft / 36.6m
Price: $95,000
RISK & REWARD
RISK & REWARD
Cabins: 4
Guests: 9
Length: 120ft / 36.6m
Price: $80,000
LADY VICTORIA
LADY VICTORIA
Cabins: 4
Guests: 8
Length: 120ft / 36.6m
Price: $72,000
ZULU
ZULU
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 118ft / 36.1m
Price: $111,000
ELIZABETH
ELIZABETH
Cabins: 4
Guests: 9
Length: 118ft / 36m
Price: $49,500
TRUE NORTH
TRUE NORTH
Cabins: 4
Guests: 8
Length: 118ft / 36m
Price: $60,000
XOXO
XOXO
Cabins: 4
Guests: 10
Length: 118ft / 36m
Price: $77,000
ROMEO FOXTROT
ROMEO FOXTROT
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 116ft / 35.4m
Price: $125,000
SWEET EMOCEAN
SWEET EMOCEAN
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 116ft / 35.4m
Price: $85,000
NAMASTAY
NAMASTAY
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 116ft / 35.4m
Price: $75,000
TAIL LIGHTS
TAIL LIGHTS
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 116ft / 35.4m
Price: $80,000
HAPPY HOUR
HAPPY HOUR
Cabins: 5
Guests: 11
Length: 116ft / 35.4m
Price: $80,000
VIVERE
VIVERE
Cabins: 5
Guests: 10
Length: 116ft / 35.4m
Price: $60,000

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