Discover turquoise waters, sparkling beaches, moderate winds and a wealth of interesting anchorages. These fantastically rich waters bring exceptional sailing to the cruising paradise of The Bahamas, thank to the vivid blue of the Gulf Stream. The attraction here is in the subtle beauty of soft sands, sheltered sailing, and surprising delights of seclusion. Once the home of swash buckling privateers, one of the world's great cruising areas is found in the clear, reef-protected waters of the spectacular Abacos.
Originally settled by the Arawak people, these laid-back islands are known for snorkeling, diving, and fishing, astonishing beaches, picturesque settlements and, above all, hospitality and genuine friendliness.

Boat rental starting point
From Abaco base - a full service marina with fuel, water, ice, laundry and shower facilities, provisioning - you will find an extensive range of yachts and catamarans from 30ft to 52ft and crewed boat to sail in this legendary cruising area. Laundromat, restaurant, hotel, swimming pool, supermarket, bank, dive equipment, and shopping are available. Climate is tropical but tempered by trade winds with little variation between summer and winter. Rainfall is low, varying slightly from island to island. Night temperatures drop to a comfortable level.

Boat rental Exp. Level
From 1 - easy to 5 - very experienced: 4. We could provide a skipper service for your first day's sail from our base to familiarise the crew with the boat

Diving
Excellent everywhere ! One of the world's largest barrier reef systems surrounds these reef-and-cay sheltered waters.

Bahamas airport
Access to Abaco is easy from Florida's Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale and Miami airports and the base is just five minutes from airport

Local Language
English

Bahamas currency
US Dollars and US$ travellers cheques are used. Major credit cards may be accepted in hotels, restaurants and some shops. There are many places throughout the sailing areas to exchange money from cash, Travellers Cheques and Major Credit Cards.

Strong points
The central cruising area comprises Great Abaco and Little Abaco, along with a delightful string of sandy cays just to the east. Begin in the center at quaint Man-O-War Cay. The beach at Treasure Cay is one of National Geographic's Top 10! Great snorkeling and a Marine Park are the attractions at Fowl Cay. Cultural appeal is the calling card of Green Turtle Cay with its museum, sculpture gardens, and fine dining at the Green Turtle Club. Visible for miles is the historic lighthouse of Hope Town, a candy-striped sentinel on the southeastern reef. South to Pelican Cays National Park you'll be amazed by the vast collection of colorful coral and sea life. Giant starfish are scattered along the sandy bottom for miles. Sail the Abacos and you won't believe your eyes!

Bahamas Yacht charter
Bareboat, Crewed Cruise
Luxury Sailing boat and Motoryacht (click here).