Bahamas Yacht Charter & Sailing Vacation

The Bahamas offer endless sailing destinations with their consistent tropical climate, world-renowned beaches, and vibrant, picturesque scenery. Sailing in The Bahamas is truly paradisiacal, with gentle trade winds filling your sails and the vast blue ocean stretching before you. When you want to take your yacht out into paradise, here are just three of the best places to sail in the Bahamas: 

Abacos

Boasting stunning weather, crystal clear waters and an abundance of marine life, Abacos is undoubtedly one of the best places to sail in the Bahamas. Abacos is a snorkeling and reef diving hub, with beautiful surrounding islands, shoals and shipwrecks to explore. 

The best part? Our Bahamas base is located in Abacos, which means you can uncover its treasures before casting off and discovering new islands. Whether you’re setting sail with friends, family or as a couple, we know you’ll fall in love with the beauty of Abacos. Build a quote and start planning your Abacos sailing itinerary today.

The Exumas 

Experience some of the country’s most dramatic coastal scenery in the Exumas. Throughout the Exumas, most recreational boating happens in the government-protected Exuma Cays Island and Sea Park, a wonderful area for sea gardens and rainbow-colorful reefs stretching from Wax Cay to Conch Cay. 

The best places to sail in The Bahamas can also include New Providence Island, Marsh Harbour and Hope Town, Norman Cay, Shroud Cay, and many more to explore the wonders of The Bahamas from the water’s edge.

With more than 700 islands, featuring magical pink and white sandy beaches, The Bahamas is a top destination for sailors and beach lovers alike. Enjoying its wonders is part of the experience as even without a plan, roaming around, you can discover the stunning beaches, sea life and impressive restaurant scene.

The best things to do in The Bahamas are endless, whether you’re more inclined to snorkel in the many colorful reefs, venture on land for some shopping and exploring, or to simply enjoy the waves from your yacht. Activities to do in The Bahamas range suitable for families, couples on honeymoon or large groups embracing the tropical beach life.

• Hop aboard and experience beaches, scuba diving, snorkelling or swimming in the calm waters. 
• Sunbathe on the pink beach, meet the wild pigs, drink at various beach bars, go island hopping, and experience what coastal life in The Bahamas is all about.

The Bahamas boasts diverse experiences to give you the best possible beach break as you sail the shore.

The best time to sail in The Bahamas is between November and April. 

Weather varies in The Bahamas throughout the year, with trade winds filling sails and cooling brows. The high season in The Bahamas is across the winter, offering the best weather between November and April, averaging at 70–80ºFs in the daytime. This season also boasts a bucket list of marine life species, such as tiger sharks as you snorkel or scuba dive.

The Bahamas come to life for the party season and families in the shoulder season between mid-April and June for endless groups of spring breakers enjoying the quieter atmosphere and cheaper prices. The Bahamas have higher temperatures and a greater chance of rain between May and June.The low season is between August and November, with an increase in humidity and a high chance of rain, making it a less desirable time to visit, but it’s still gorgeous even when the rain falls. Hurricane season ranges from June to the end of November. Even though you need to be aware of hurricanes in The Bahamas, they’re not as frequent as you think, receiving fewer hurricanes than the US mainland each year. Learn more about the best time to sail in The Bahamas.

The sailing conditions in The Bahamas are wonderful. You can expect a warm tropical climate, sunshine and reliable winds throughout most of the year, so the sailing conditions are ideal no matter when you visit.

With that in mind, the prime time for sailing in The Bahamas is during the winter months between November and April, as this is the prime sailing season in the Caribbean.

The only time when the sailing conditions in The Bahamas aren’t good is hurricane season, from July to August. The weather conditions can be extreme, with rough winds and choppy waters, so we thoroughly advise checking the weather forecast before booking your Bahamas sailing vacation. Check the sailing conditions in Abacos.

The cost of chartering a yacht in The Bahamas varies based on several factors, including:

• Charter type
• Number of passengers
• Charter duration
• Type of yacht
• Charter add-ons, like a skipper

The cost of chartering a yacht in The Bahamas is also dependent on the company you choose to organize your sailing vacation. Start building a quote with Sunsail to discover what it would cost.

Moorings balls are often available for a fee of $20 to $30 per night. The rates can also vary on the location throughout The Bahamas.

The Abacos in the Bahamas are 120 miles of paradise. You can sail around with ease in between  the islands, visiting some of the best scuba-diving spots. 

When you book a Bahamas yacht charter with Sunsail, it will take even less time to start sailing around the stunning islands as our base in Abacos is only 3.5 miles away from Marsh Harbour Airport, which means you can get to the start of your adventure in as little as 10 minutes.

The length of time you spend sailing around the Bahamas depends on how busy you want your Abacos sailing itinerary to be. If you want an action-packed itinerary, you may choose to go for a week, whereas if you’d prefer a more laid-back vacation with beach days and time for sunbathing, you may decide to book longer.

If you’re interested in chartering a yacht on your Bahamas trip or looking to sail around the islands, contact us today for more information and to charter a yacht.