Bahamas Charter Itinerary: Explore the Exumas
Day 1: Nassau to Rose Island
Welcome to the Bahamas! When you step off the plane in Nassau, you’ll be greeted by your arranged taxi driver in paradise. Enjoy the ride to the marina to board your yacht! As you board, your crew will be waiting with a welcome cocktail and canapes while you settle in. The captain will go over an introduction and safety speech- before you know it, you’ve set sail for your first destination: Rose Island.
As an unhabituated island, the crystal blue waters and expansive beach is the perfect destination for your first night. Jump in for a snorkel or enjoy lying in the sun on the water inflatables while you wait for dinner to be served. Welcome to a week of paradise! Drift off to sleep in a luxury ensuite cabin, designed for relaxation and comfort.
Day 2: Rose Island - Allen Cay - Shroud Cay
Whether you are an early riser or late sleeper, take in your first morning in the tropics. While breakfast is being made, listen to the lapping waves as you savor a fresh cup of coffee. After a delicious, homemade breakfast, enjoy a sail south to Allen Cay, famous for its iguana population. It’s tradition to bring your leftover fruit from the morning’s breakfast as a treat to the wild iguanas.
Make your way to Shroud Cay for a fresh and light lunch before exploring the natural mangroves. Using paddleboards, weave your way through the mangroves, keeping your eyes peeled for sea creatures, like turtles, conch shells, and tropical fish. Spend your night watching the stars on the bow of the boat, soaking in the beauty of the islands.
Day 3: Shroud Cay to Warderick Wells
Enjoy a slow morning in Shroud Cay before exploring the exquisite Warderick Wells. Home of the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park, this island has miles of hiking trails and wildlife to view. Highlighting the park’s effort in conservation and a reminder to do our part, an entire whale skeleton is on display at the beach! Marvel at this majestic and endangered species, who more often than they should, fall victim to ingesting large amounts plastic. After exploring the beautiful, secluded park, relax with a cocktail in hand as you watch the sun melt into the ocean.
Day 4: Warderick Wells - Big Major Cay - Staniel Cay
Set sail for Big Major Cay, home of the famous swimming pigs! Wade in the water or stay in the protection of the dinghy to see the island of the cute, wild pigs. A perfect photo-op to remember your time at this tourist destination. Get even more adventurous in the afternoon for a snorkel in the Thunderbolt Grotto cave, once a film set to a James Bond movie. If you have time, explore “Rachel’s bubble bath” similar to the bubbly pools in the BVIs. After a day of activities, relax watching the sunset or a night out at the Staniel Cay Marina.
Day 5: Staniel Cay- Compass Cay- Pipe Cay
As your trip is coming to an end, there’s still so much to explore! While you set sail back up the Exumas, you have to stop at this bucketlist destination: Compass Cay. Known for its population of nurse sharks, this destination is a must-see. Nurse sharks are known for their friendly demeanor and many people revel in swimming with them, as always use caution while swimming with wild animals. Delight in a sundowner as you sit on the flybridge, with 360 degree views of Pipe Cay surrounding you.
Day 6: Pipe Cay - Hawksbill Cay - Norman Cay
Hawksbill Cay is known for its historical ruins and shallow water. Explore the planation ruins built in 1700s, surrounded by beautiful caves and coral heads. After lunch, you’ll be under sail to the famous wreck of Pablo Escobar’s plane in Norman’s Cay. The perfect destination for a scuba dive or snorkel, the sunken plane is mostly intact and even seen from an aerial view! Soak in your last night in the Exumas in Norman’s Cay, reminiscing on all the adventures, laughs and memories made.
Day 7: Norman Cay to Nassau
Set sail for home with a delicious brunch and goodbyes all around, we hope you visit again and enjoyed your stay aboard!
Want more information on yacht availabilities and rates in the Bahamas? Contact VI Luxury today at halle@luxurychartersvi.com. Please note that the Bahamas has a tax of 14% added to each charter.
Yachts features: S/V Interlude, S/V Location, S/V Bella, S/V Anna Pink, S/V Nauti Dogs, S/V Harmony. All of which are running specials with charters booked before July 31st, 2023
