Bahamas Motor Yacht Charter

A Bahamas motor yacht charter gives you range, speed, and the freedom to explore beyond the usual. With a full crew, luxury service, and a garage full of water toys, you can do a full Exumas loop, reach Eleuthera, or even hit the Abacos and Berry Islands—without wasting time.

Quick Facts:

• Start port: Nassau, Bahamas (direct flights from Miami, NY, Atlanta)

• Duration: 7–10 days

• Speed: 15–20 knots cruising

• Range: Up to 300+ nautical miles

• Best season: December–May

Why Charter a Motor Yacht in the Bahamas?

• Reach More Islands – Cover Exumas, Eleuthera, and back in a week
• Fast & Efficient – Cut long hauls down to half-day hops
• Shallow Draft – Perfect for the Bahamas’ sandbars and cays
• All the Toys – Jet skis, tenders, Seabobs, SCUBA gear, slides
• Ultimate Comfort – More space, more privacy, better amenities, high-standard service

Our Favorite Bahamas Motor Yacht Charters

We’ve reviewed dozens of Bahamas motor yachts to help you narrow the list. These are the top performers based on client feedback, crew experience, onboard features, and value for money:

Where to Go on Your Bahamas Motor Yacht Charter?

The two most popular routes for Bahamas motor yacht charters are the Exumas and the Abacos—both easily accessed from Nassau.

Exuma Cays Loop (Most Popular)

Most charters start in Nassau, the main yacht hub with direct flights from the US. From here, we recommend cruising south through the Exumas, a 120-nautical-mile chain known for its crystal-clear waters, white sandbars, remote anchorages, and iconic stops like:

• Highbourne Cay
• Norman’s Cay: snorkel the sunken drug plane
• Shroud Cay & Warderick Wells: mangroves and hiking
• Thunderball Grotto at Staniel Cay: famous dive site
• Big Major Spot: swim with the pigs

*After a few days in the Exumas, many motor yachts return north via Eleuthera. Known for its pink sand beaches, dive sites, aid-back villages, and fantastic fishing spots, it’s the perfect final leg. This loop covers just over 300 nautical miles and fits perfectly into a 7–10 day itinerary.

The Abacos

For a different vibe, head to the Abacos Islands—a boating paradise with colorful towns, beach bars, and shallow reef-protected waters. This route includes:

• Great Guana Cay: party at Nipper’s
• Man-O-War Cay: traditional boatbuilding village
• Hope Town: iconic candy-striped lighthouse
• Elbow Cay and Treasure Cay: beach bars and soft sand

Accessible via Nassau or direct flight into Marsh Harbour, the Abacos route is ideal for those wanting shorter island hopping, towns, beach bars, and protected cruising.

Best Bahamas Motor Yacht Charter Itineraries

Best Things to Do on a Bahamas Motor Yacht

A motor yacht gives you full access to the best of the Bahamas—above and below water. Here’s how to spend your days:

Dive & Snorkel

The Bahamas is one of the world’s top SCUBA diving destinations, and with a private motor yacht charter, you have easy access to all the sites.

We recommend you charter a Bahamas motor yacht fully equipped with SCUBA gear and a certified instructor on board.

Top dive sites in the Bahamas include:

• Thunderball Grotto – Iconic movie dive site

• Dean’s Blue Hole – One of the world’s deepest blue holes

• Andros Blue Holes – Ideal for experienced divers

Water Sports & Toys

Motor yachts in the Bahamas are all about toys. Look for:

• Jet skis – charter a yacht with jet skis onboard

• Seabobs – Fun and easy to learn for everyone

• Kitesurf setups – Especially around Stocking Island or Cape Santa Maria

• Water slides, SUPs, and more – Great for kids and groups

Top 5 Thrilling Water Toys to Try on Your Bahamas Motor Yacht Charter

Game Fishing on Your Bahamas Motor Yacht Charter

If fishing is your thing, you’re in the right place. We recommend:

• Trolling for Marlin & Wahoo in the Exumas

• Light tackle inshore fishing in the Abacos

• Having a chase tender for reaching deeper drop-offs

A Guide to Bahamas Luxury Fishing Yacht Charters

Trending Motor Yachts in the Bahamas

Reserve Your Bahamas Motor Yacht Early

Ideally, you’d inquire about a Bahamas motor charter 12 months in advance. WHY? The best motor yachts are often fully booked long in advance and it’s not unusual to see popular dates booked 2 summers ahead for a Bahamas yacht charter. Inquiring less than 6 months ahead often means that your first choice is unavailable for charter. Additionally you might find that the motor yacht you want, can’t make it to the port where you wish to commence your yacht charter.