Bahamas Yacht Charter Guide
Are you thinking about booking a luxury yacht charter in the Bahamas?
The Bahamas is a place of stunning landscapes and captivating mysteries. The 700 islands have a long and rich history, ranging from the cavalier pirates who used them as a hideout to the vibrant marine life that now inhabit the shallow waters.
Swim underwater caves, drop anchor in quiet bays and catch the Gulf Stream winds for a sailing vacation of a lifetime. Whether resting on the plethora of beaches or exploring deep into the verdant vegetation, each island offers numerous treasures that come alive when discovered on a yacht charter.
For centuries, the islands of the Bahamas have been a source of fascination and enchantment, drawing in both settlers and traders.
Explorer Christopher Columbus landed on San Salvador in 1492 and declared this place to be a ‘baja mar’ or ‘shallow sea’ – and hence The Bahamas gained its name. This area is famed for attracting the boisterous pirates of centuries past, making use of its countless quiet hideouts and its eponymous shallow waters for burying stolen loot.
During the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, infamous pirates such as Blackbeard and Calico Jack took advantage of The Bahamas’ bustling maritime lanes to carry out their piratical activities, hijacking and pillaging merchant ships. Today, the buccaneers are all gone but there remains a distinctly Bahamian sense of escapism and adventure on these isles – and doubtless plenty of unearthed treasure.
The Bahamas archipelago is composed of 700 islands and cays formed from coral, resulting in breathtaking reefs. Nassau's port is renowned, and for many years it has tempted pirates. Today, it has become a popular place to start or finish a charter holiday, attracting many yacht charters.
This bustling port is a hub of international commerce, full of merchants bargaining and eager shoppers, and the occasional famous person attempting to mix in with the bustle of activity. The docks of many of the five-star marinas are an easy tender ride from the airport, meaning you can easily add on an extra few days to explore the land. Casinos, bars, and gourmet restaurants offer plenty of choices to fill your evenings, and the days can be spent in amongst the action or visiting the museums.
