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Emerald Bay Marina, Great Exuma yacht charter berthing — harbour approach and quay

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Emerald Bay Marina, Great Exuma — great exuma yacht charter Berthing Guide

Emerald Bay Marina, Great Exuma — The Exumas' principal deep-water marina, on the north coast of Great Exuma with a protected entrance and superyacht berths.

Indicative max LOA
approx. 73 m

Indicative — subject to confirmation

Indicative max draft
approx. 4 m

Indicative — subject to confirmation

Berths
150

Verified

Fuel
Available
Power
Shore power typical — confirm amp rating vs LOA
Water
Available
Waste
Pump-out on request / by arrangement
Wi‑Fi
Harbour Wi‑Fi variable — starlink aboard preferred

Operational draft — confirm LOA, draft and event weeks with the marina agent.

Berthing at Emerald Bay Marina, Great Exuma

Berthing & mooring at Emerald Bay Marina, Great Exuma

Approach Emerald Bay Marina, Great Exuma with local pilotage notes from the captain; high season berths book weeks ahead. Confirm fuel, shore power amp rating and waste before arrival.

Berth lead time

Peak berths around Emerald Bay Marina, Great Exuma typically need 4–12 weeks for larger LOA. We hold anchorage fallbacks before you fly.

What does berthing cost at Emerald Bay Marina, Great Exuma?

[Draft] Indicative seasonal berth ranges are shared on request — confirm with the marina agent before contract. We never publish unverified nightly rates as fact.

Embark utility

Embark at Emerald Bay Marina, Great Exuma

Door-to-deck for great exuma yacht charter: fly into the gateway, transfer timed to the gangway, luggage aboard before guests. We choreograph the buffer — not a taxi scramble.

Meeting point

Meeting point: Emerald Bay Marina, Great Exuma — confirm quay / pontoon with the captain the morning of embarkation.

Arrival buffer

Plan 60–90 minutes from wheels-down to passerelle for chauffeur corridors; helicopter windows are tighter when helipad access is confirmed.

Berth lead time

Peak berths around Emerald Bay Marina, Great Exuma typically need 4–12 weeks for larger LOA. We hold anchorage fallbacks before you fly.

Captain / crew

Approach Emerald Bay Marina, Great Exuma with local pilotage notes from the captain; high season berths book weeks ahead. Confirm fuel, shore power amp rating and waste before arrival.

Tender fallback

When berths are scarce we hold a sheltered anchorage + tender (or captain-only standby) plan before you fly — never a last-minute scramble at the mole.

Luggage / night before

Night-before hotel near the gateway (or marina) when late arrivals risk missing the embarkation slot — we hold rooms against the transfer plan.

[Indicative / draft] Indicative seasonal berth ranges are shared on request — confirm with the marina agent before contract. We never publish unverified nightly rates as fact.

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Plan berths at Emerald Bay Marina, Great Exuma

Tell us LOA, dates and embarkation airport — we hold berths, tender fallbacks and door-to-deck before you fly.

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Emerald Bay Marina, Great Exuma berthing FAQ

How do I embark at Emerald Bay Marina, Great Exuma?
Confirm quay / pontoon with the captain the morning of embarkation. We brief the chauffeur on the correct marina gate — not a generic harbour drop.
Can I berth a yacht at Emerald Bay Marina, Great Exuma?
Yes when LOA, draft and event weeks allow. For peak season and event weeks, 4–12 weeks is typical for larger LOA; shoulder season is more flexible. Blue Ocean Club opens the berth conversation with the yacht shortlist for great exuma yacht charter.
What does berthing cost at Emerald Bay Marina, Great Exuma?
Emerald Bay Marina, Great Exuma berth fees move with demand. Blue Ocean Club holds an indicative band for your LOA and dates, then locks the written quote before APA is set for the great exuma yacht charter week.
Is yacht charter available from Emerald Bay Marina, Great Exuma?
Boat charter and crewed yacht charter both use Emerald Bay Marina, Great Exuma as a working berth when LOA fits. We match hull class to quay politics and your itinerary.
How far ahead should we book a berth at Emerald Bay Marina, Great Exuma?
For peak season and event weeks, 4–12 weeks is typical for larger LOA; shoulder season is more flexible. We start the berth conversation when the yacht shortlist is open.
What is the practical embarkation airport for Emerald Bay Marina, Great Exuma?
We match the nearest suitable GA / commercial gateway to your LOA and embarkation slot.
Can we overnight at anchor instead of taking a quay night?
Yes — most refined weeks mix one or two quay nights with quieter roadstead overnight when weather allows.
What services should we expect at Emerald Bay Marina, Great Exuma?
We confirm fuel, shore power, water and waste against your LOA with the marina agent before contract.

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Emerald Bay Marina, Great Exuma — The Exumas' principal deep-water marina, on the north coast of Great Exuma with a protected entrance and superyacht berths.

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Planning your charter from Emerald Bay Marina, Great Exuma

Family, crew and seasonal guidance

Seasonal & booking guidance

Berth and size figures are indicative. Great Exuma is a port of entry, with clearance available at George Town.

Speak to our concierge team

Our concierge team will match you with the right yacht and handle every berth, customs and provisioning detail.

Operations

Emerald Bay Marina, Great Exuma: berthing and operations

Published limits, on-berth services and a suitability check against your yacht's actual dimensions.

Operational facts

Total berths
150
Maximum LOA
73 mindicative
Shore power
Available
Fresh water
Yes
Fuel
Yes
Customs
Yes
Immigration
Yes

Yacht suitability checker

Length alone never decides a berth. We check beam and draft too, then confirm availability and harbourmaster approval before you commit.

We hold published limits for Emerald Bay Marina, Great Exuma. Enter your yacht's length, beam and draft to check them — every verdict stays subject to harbourmaster approval.

  • Length overallEnter your yacht's figure to check
  • BeamNo verified limit on record
  • DraftNo verified limit on record
  • · Published limits are not a berth guarantee: allocation depends on live availability, neighbouring vessels and harbourmaster discretion.
  • · Beam, draft and manoeuvring room can rule out a berth even when length fits.

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Airport and transfer access

Exuma International (GGT)

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Grand Isle Resort & Spa

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