5-Day Exumas Yacht Charter: Secluded Cays & Family Fun in the Bahamas
Embark on a delightful Exumas yacht charter, perfect for families seeking both adventure and relaxation amidst the stunning Bahamian seascape. This itinerary focuses on accessible wonders and tranquil anchorages, ensuring every member of the family finds joy. From playful marine encounters to serene beach days, an Exumas yacht charter provides an idyllic escape. Feel the gentle sway of the ocean and discover the vibrant colours of the Caribbean from your private yacht.
Cruising region: Caribbean Yacht Charter
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Arrival gateway: Nassau (NAS); return gateway: Nassau (NAS)
Nassau is a gateway, not a confirmed return port. Check domestic connections and the final disembarkation point before booking flights.
Private flight: estimate on request within 1–2 hours.
Limitless Sky is an independent broker and our sister company; it operates under its own terms and conditions. Blue Ocean Club does not operate aircraft and is not a party to any flight booking.
Plan this charter
- First planned stop
- Rose Island
- Final planned stop
- Allen's Cay
Shore plans to discuss with your crew
- Day 1Swim with friendly pigs at Pig Beach, Rose Island
- Day 1Snorkelling in the clear, shallow waters
- Day 1Building sandcastles on pristine beaches
- Day 1Enjoying water sports from the yacht
- Day 2Drift through the natural mangrove river
- Day 2Spot juvenile sharks and stingrays
Confirm joining and departure ports, yacht availability and the daily passage plan before paying a deposit. The captain decides anchorages and any route changes for weather, sea conditions and local restrictions. Shore venues, marine-park permissions and activity bookings require separate confirmation.
Map connections are schematic, not a navigable passage plan. Distances, safe approaches and passage times must be checked by the captain.
Ask for an itemised quotation covering the charter fee, taxes, APA or package expenses, berth charges and any delivery or redelivery costs.
- DAY 01
Rose Island
Begin your Exumas yacht charter adventure at Rose Island, a short cruise from Nassau. This charming island offers calm waters and beautiful sandy coves, perfect for easing into your vacation.
- Swim with friendly pigs at Pig Beach, Rose Island
- Snorkelling in the clear, shallow waters
- Building sandcastles on pristine beaches
- Enjoying water sports from the yacht
- Anchorage
- Sandy Cay anchorage, Rose Island
- Dining
- Casual beachfront barbecue
- DAY 02
Shroud Cay
Cruise south to Shroud Cay, an uninhabited jewel within the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park. Its intricate creek system is ideal for tender exploration.
- Drift through the natural mangrove river
- Spot juvenile sharks and stingrays
- Explore the 'washing machine' beach
- Kayaking through the serene channels
- Anchorage
- East side of Shroud Cay
- Dining
- Family dinner prepared by your chef
- DAY 03
Staniel Cay & Big Major Cay
Arrive at the iconic Big Major Cay to meet the famous swimming pigs, then explore Staniel Cay's lively community and its underwater grotto.
- Swim with the Big Major Cay pigs
- Snorkel the Thunderball Grotto
- Visit the Staniel Cay Yacht Club
- Feed the nurse sharks at Compass Cay Marina
- Anchorage
- Big Major Cay anchorage
- Dining
- Staniel Cay Yacht Club
- DAY 04
Pipe Creek & Compass Cay
Explore the intricate waterways of Pipe Creek, a shallow area perfect for water toys and spotting sea turtles. Visit Compass Cay for its unique shark interaction.
- Paddleboarding and kayaking in Pipe Creek
- Snorkelling for conch shells
- Interacting with nurse sharks at Compass Cay Marina
- Relaxing on the secluded Pipe Creek beaches
- Anchorage
- Pipe Creek anchorage
- Dining
- Freshly grilled seafood on board
- DAY 05
Allen's Cay
Your Exumas yacht charter journey culminates at Allen's Cay, famous for its friendly Bahamian Rock Iguanas. Enjoy a final morning of exploration and swimming.
- Feed the Bahamian Rock Iguanas
- Enjoy a final swim in the turquoise waters
- Reflect on cherished family memories
- Scenic cruise back towards Nassau
- Anchorage
- Allen's Cay anchorage
- Dining
- Leisurely farewell breakfast onboard
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