Top 10 Verified & Recommended – Bahamas Catamaran Yacht Charters

Top 10 Bahamas Catamaran Yacht Charters:

We present those vessels having examined the trends over the previous few seasons, judging from our own experience, and feedback from previous guests, who loved those particular charters and always left positive feedback.

10- SERENDIPITY

Serendipity, a 62 ft luxury yacht charter catamaran is best suited for 6 adults and 2 small children in its three cabins and two bunk beds. She features an 8-person motor dinghy, 4 SUPs, also fishing and snorkeling gear.

Her two-person crew consists of US-born captain Matthew, an erstwhile professional musician and bartender, who has been sailing in the Exuma Cays for over twelve years and has become intimately familiar with some truly prime spots. His favorite place on earth to sail is the Bahamas, especially the Exumas, which showcases the clearest water in the world and every shade of blue. Chef/ mate Jennica is from Sweden, and has been travelling and learning new things all over the world, including cooking, which she explores to perfection aboard Serendipity.

GUEST EXPERIENCE:

“From the first meeting with our captain and first mate, we knew we were in good hands. Jennica’s food and love of the ocean made her a huge hit with all, especially my nieces that are 9 and 13. Movie nights on the deck were a huge hit but snorkeling took it to a whole new level. They took care of all our needs without us even noticing, they made it seamless. We have already started saving for our next trip!”

9- TIGER LILY

TIGER LILY, features 4 cabins to accommodate 8 guests, and the rates are 34000 to 30000 USD per week (depending on high or low season) plus 4% tax and 10% VAT. Her captain, South African-born Indi Rooken-Smith is a surfer and an avid spear fisherman who has sailed all over the Eastern Caribbean, including scuba diving, free diving, and kite surfing among his interests. Chef/Stewardess Krystin Ibbotson is a well-traveled adventurer who loves exercise and the great outdoors.

Tiger Lily features a 14΄ motor dinghy, water skis for children and adults, wakeboard, snorkeling and fishing gear

GUEST EXPERIENCE:

“Indi did a fantastic job of skippering the boat. He provided great recommendations when the weather made us change our itinerary and always had our safety and comfort as a priority. Tiger Lily was very comfortable for our family and her condition was excellent. The selection of water toys was endless. We thoroughly enjoyed every stop during our week at sea. Although weather conditions required us to modify our initial itinerary, the suggestions provided by Indi were perfect. Overall the trip was excellent and we hope to be able to do it again next year.”

8- YLIME

A pure representation of luxury, YLIME is a brand new Sunreef 60 full of character. With a splendid layout and modern amenities, the space has been skillfully organized to accommodate various areas to unwind or spend time together. YLIME is fitted with 4 en-suite cabins with a soothing color palette, accommodating up to 8 guests. The catamaran’s large exterior spaces host numerous sun pads on the deck, whether on the front terrace or on the flybridge, ensuring unlimited relaxation possibilities. The aft deck boasts a cozy alfresco dining area and a spacious hydraulic swimming platform. With her state-of-the-art equipment for water sports and a professional crew of 3, YLIME will surpass all charter expectations.

French Captain Tom Foucher has 8 years of experience in the luxury yacht charter industry, on a great variety of boats. Adept at kitesurf, wakeboarding, and diving, he will always be delighted to assist the guests with water sports. Nour Eddine (French chef) presents a broad and varied experience as a private chef, yacht chef, and restaurant owner. With a lot of creativity and flexibility, he will make sure to adapt menus to the guests’ preferences along with impressive cooking skills. Stewardess Estèle is a motivated and dynamic stewardess, prioritizing professionalism and high-end results in her work. Her previous experiences on diverse luxury vessels provided her with a broad skill set, combining excellent luxury yacht maintenance and a comprehensive focus on the client’s needs.

Tender : Williams Sportjet 460, also wakeboard, two underwater scooters, and more.

7- REVE BLEU

Reve Bleu is literally a Villa on the water with nearly 200 sqm of living space. She features a MED 42 chase boat as well as an 80 hp motor tender, 2 Seabobs, 2 electric scooters, and lots more. Brice, Steve, Gaïa, and Augustin, her dedicated and experienced crew will make sure you’ll enjoy every single moment, satisfying all your needs and above to provide you with the most memorable vacations. Her Captain is a PADI Divemaster and an AIDA certified Freediver. First mate Steve Anthony is a watersports expert. Chef Augustin comes from the prestigious Paul Bocuse Institute and having spent the last 4 years in a Michelin star restaurant Fleur de Pavé in Paris there is absolutely no way you do not fall in love with his culinary works of art.

Even a few years back, it was unimaginable for a 68-foot catamaran to have a 42-foot chase boat worthy of stony shores, diving, and fishing. REVE BLEU MED dials up the chartering experience by providing access to island exploration and activities -often provided at larger catamarans. REVE BLEU has an impressive water sports collection: Seabobs, towables, kites with kite sails, SUPs, kayaks, snorkeling gear, electric scooters, and electric bikes. Our past clients were ecstatic after trying water activities- water skiing and wakeboarding- with their children.

6- JOY

At 78.3 ft with 4 spacious cabins accommodating 8 people, and a South African crew of 4, JOY is definitely one of the first Lagoon Seventy 7s that are available for Bahamas catamaran charter. As an unbeatable choice for a bespoke yacht charter holiday, she combines its pedigree design with luxurious styling, a spacious onboard layout, and exceptional performance to create a perfect all-round yacht that is ideal for every kind of sunny weather adventure on the water.

Located on the main deck, the huge main salon forms the heart of the yacht, with sofas, a bar, dining space, and entertainment systems. Beautiful accommodation is on offer, with versatile configurations to suit a wide range of group sizes and modern and luxurious spaces for guests to retreat to. A particular highlight is the master cabin, which includes a large ensuite, desk space, walk-in wardrobe, and generous living area. An especially impressive feature is the transom beach club, which opens up at water level to create a base for swimming and water sports, or as a tender dock or prime spot for guests to relax and enjoy the close proximity to beautiful, crystal clear waters of the Bahamas’ land and sea park. A full sail inventory allows guests to appreciate the serenity of sailing between beautiful destinations in the shallow waters of the archipelago.

JOY has an Ocean Master motor dinghy as well as lots of water toys, and can accommodate scuba diving, having ample equipment and, most importantly, featuring Captain Carl who is a professional dive instructor and underwater photographer/videographer, who can guide guests to some of the most spectacular underwater locations and majestic marine life.

5- GREY B

Upon entering Grey B, you are greeted with the newly designed open saloon and dining concept. Here you have comfortable lounging options on the starboard side and to port, there is a dining table and L-shaped sofa combination for more formal seating. Towards the bow portion of the saloon, there is a bar area with easy access to the yacht’s large foredeck lounge. Surrounded by windows and purposefully kept open-planned, the saloon is an inviting area that flows beautifully into the outdoor spaces. The foredeck terrace has plenty of comfortable seating around the coffee table, perfect for morning coffee with a sunrise. Sun pads can be found in all corners of the foredeck. The aft deck houses the cockpit, outdoor fridge, large dining table seating, and sun pads that are convertible to a sofa. The flybridge is a vast and soothing retreat with numerous lounging, dining, and sunning options along with a central drinks bar with panoramic views.

Trinidad Fernandez, her Chief Stewardess, speaks three languages fluently and is a surfer and paddle yoga instructor. She has a Castoli Jet Tender 16 with a Yanmar 110hp engine as well as 2 Seabobs and snorkelling equipment.

4- BLUE GRYPHON

A large, 83 ft yacht charter with 5 cabins accommodating 12 guests and a multinational crew of 4 highly experienced people, Blue Gryphon is the only Bahamas catamaran charter in this category with a 31′ Dynamic towed tender, 2 jet skis, 2 sea bobs and so much more! She features an on-deck jacuzzi and lots of fishing equipment including deep-sea fishing rods.

Australian Chef Owen Morgan has worked alongside many Michelin Star Chefs and has won several culinary awards working at high-end fine dining restaurants such as Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast, The Press Club, and Money Order Office in Melbourne.

GUEST EXPERIENCE:

“The majestic beauty of this boat and this experience will be treasured for a lifetime! The crew, the islands, and the natural beauty are amazing! Thank you for the generosity and love and, of course, the memories that will last a lifetime”

3- CARTOUCHE

Designed by the famous naval architect Jean-Jacques Coste, Cartouche is a custom-built 95’ sailing catamaran able to accommodate 8 guests in 4 cabins with a crew of 4. One of the largest catamarans in the world, Cartouche is a spacious vessel that embodies luxury cruising. In addition to this timeless elegance the Blue Coast 95’ offers superior comfort and premium performance combining modern styling with elegant aerodynamic lines, which are seamlessly integrated into the vessel’s voluminous interior.

This super yacht is built for ease of handling and fast cruising with a minimal need for crew, equipped with a fully automatic furling boom allowing safe and easy sail reduction. With a focus on outdoor entertainment, Cartouche has 2 bars, spacious sun lounging and flybridge seating, a jacuzzi, and a large dining/ lounge area with an outdoor cinema, including a wide range of water toys.

Cartouche is, in our experience, one of the best yacht charters to enjoy scuba diving both her Captain and Chef are PADI Divemasters and CMAS level 4 divers, and her stewardess is an Advanced Open Water diver as well as an expert in yoga & therapeutic, muscular & relaxation massages. Pauline Boulay, the yacht charter’s French chef, is proficient in French and Italian, West Indies, Polynesian, and Asian cuisine. She especially likes to cook fresh fish that she buys on the coast or the best way, the ones our guests catch!

She comes equipped with a 2017 100 hp Tender rib, lots of inflatables, an electric hydrofoil, and heavy-duty fishing gear.

2- DOUCE FRANCE

At 138,5 ft with her mainly French crew of 7, Douce France is the largest schooner catamaran in the world, featuring an extremely shallow draught. Previous guests have appreciated her spaciousness and intimacy, her elegance, and her fine stance on the water.

The aft deck is an exquisite sunbathing area and lends itself to cherishing a perfect ocean sunset. Her trampolines offer room for guests to sprawl out on and feel the sea spray as she glides along. A total of twelve guests may be accommodated in the six air-conditioned staterooms, each of them attractively lined with pale sycamore wood. Each spacious room offers the option of either a queen double of twin single bed arrangement and also leaves sufficient room for a convertible desk or dressing table. Each stateroom has its own en-suite shower with a separate head compartment.

Scuba diving enthusiasts will enjoy the boat’s complete set of equipment – let it be noted that a professional diving instructor is part of the crew, so during your time on Cartouche you can enjoy the underwater paradise and the coral reefs such as the Andros Barrier Reef of the Bahamas yacht charters.

She features two motor tenders, also 2 Laser sailing dinghies, windsurfing equipment, and a whole lot of water toys.

1- HEMISPHERE

HEMISPHERE, the world’s largest sailing catamaran, is designed to deliver incredible experiences. She has a PADI-certified, Nitrox-capable dive center for up to 12 guests and Captain Gavin is a qualified dive instructor with encyclopedic knowledge and infectious passion for marine life in this divers’ paradise – guests can become PADI certified whilst on board!

From her flybridge jacuzzi and al fresco dining areas to her shaded spaces on the main deck aft and the sunbathing trampoline forward where you can watch dolphins play underway, she covers every base for relaxation and entertainment. Two VIP cabins on the main deck each have access to a terrace lounge forward and her award-winning interiors are refined yet instantly welcoming.

Hemisphere and her crew live to the maxim ‘Sometimes you have to step off the beaten path, for the bigger rewards in life’ and glowing feedback from delighted guests means they deliver those rewards every time.

Hemisphere has a 16.4m custom sports chase/ fishing boat, ideal for game fishing, diving or guest excursions. Also an 8.2m Scorpion tender with a 400hp engine, a 4.5m Castoldi jet tender with 125 hp, full scuba diving facilities for 12 guests, and lots more.

Guest Experience:

“Wow! Once again, Captain Gavin, you have exceeded our expectations! Our trip was full of surprises and adventure. Truly the best holiday a family could dream of sharing. Thank you for welcoming us back and we look forward to returning next year.”

“You are all amazing. We had such a fabulous week on board, everything about the charter was wonderful. The hospitality of the entire crew was unforgettable, I can’t wait to be part of this experience again!”

“I have been on many boats in my 57 years and this holiday has surpassed all of them. The crew is the best we have been with. Nurse sharks, sea turtles, whales, dolphins, all sorts of marine life, sunsets, cocktails, laughter, loads of love -thank you, Gavin and crew.”