Discovering The Bahamas

Leave Nassau behind and cruise into the Exumas towards Highborne Cay, a privately owned island often considered a gateway to this spectacular chain of cays. Despite its compact size, Highborne offers an impressive collection of white-sand beaches, sheltered waters and inviting places to explore both above and below the surface. Spend your first afternoon swimming, snorkelling, kayaking or fishing, while experienced divers can venture beneath the waves to discover a historic shipwreck resting in the surrounding waters. With its peaceful setting and brilliant shades of Bahamian blue, Highborne Cay provides an idyllic start to the journey.

Cruise south to Norman's Cay, where sweeping beaches and shallow turquoise waters create a picture-perfect setting for a day of exploration. Beneath the surface lies one of the island's most unusual attractions: the submerged wreck of a Curtiss C-46 aircraft, now surrounded by marine life and accessible to snorkellers. Back on the water, kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing and other watersports offer plenty of ways to experience the cay, while ashore, relaxed island dining provides the perfect place to linger over lunch. With the natural wonders of the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park within cruising reach, Norman's Cay combines adventure, history and classic Bahamian scenery.

The Staniel Cay Yacht Club invites you to immerse all your senses in the beauty of the Bahamas. Sitting in the sweet south of the Bahamas where blue skies meld with blue seas, it’s no surprise that this corner of the world tempts sailors and beach lovers. Boasting a full service marina, a ton of watersport opportunities, and all the modern entertainment and dining amenities you need, life on Staniel Cay works a charm. Littered with white sands, you can sprawl in turquoise surroundings or for more active adventurers, there’s snorkelling, scuba diving, and plenty of opportunity to fish and kayak around the coast. You can even take a tour to visit the famous swimming pigs nearby. After all that fun in the sun, the island's restaurant and bar scene entices with chilled wines or frosty beers and beautiful cuisine to accompany that dramatic Caribbean sunset. 

Cave Cay offers a quieter perspective on the Exumas, with tropical landscapes, secluded beaches and sheltered waters creating an inviting retreat away from the busier cruising grounds. Explore the island's coastline from the yacht or head beneath the surface to discover coral reefs alive with marine life. Snorkelling and diving are among the highlights, while the cay's marina facilities provide a convenient base for enjoying this peaceful corner of the Bahamas. Spend the afternoon swimming, relaxing on the beach or simply appreciating the privacy of your surroundings.

The Exumas encompass Great Exuma, Little Exuma and a remarkable chain of smaller cays, creating one of the Bahamas' most celebrated luxury yacht charter destinations. Brilliantly clear seas and pristine beaches set the scene for days spent fishing, diving and exploring by tender, with everything from bonefish to larger offshore species found in the surrounding waters. Visit Big Major Cay to see its famous swimming pigs, encounter nurse sharks at Compass Cay or explore natural attractions including mangrove forests, underwater habitats and the caves of Rocky Dundas. Between adventures, enjoy the relaxed rhythms and distinctive flavours of Bahamian island life.

Black Point offers an appealing glimpse of everyday life in the Exumas, combining beautiful beaches and clear turquoise waters with a welcoming island community. Protected bays create ideal conditions for swimming, snorkelling, kayaking, fishing and other watersports, while the surrounding marine environment provides opportunities to encounter some of the Bahamas' diverse wildlife. Head ashore to experience the relaxed pace of the settlement, enjoy local food and take in sweeping views across the cays before returning to the privacy of your yacht.

Enter the protected landscapes of the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park at Shroud Cay, where mangrove forests, pristine shallows and winding tidal creeks create one of the itinerary's most immersive natural experiences. Explore the waterways by kayak or paddleboard, moving quietly through a landscape inhabited by turtles, birds and other native wildlife. Clear surrounding waters invite snorkelling, while the absence of development allows the cay's extraordinary environment to take centre stage. For guests seeking a more secluded side of the Bahamas, Shroud Cay offers a memorable final day in the Exumas.

Return to Nassau, the vibrant capital of the Bahamas and a fitting conclusion to eight days of cruising through the Exumas. Located on New Providence, Nassau combines Caribbean beaches with excellent dining, shopping, resorts and a rich sense of Bahamian history. Depending on your departure schedule, explore historic landmarks such as Fort Charlotte and the Queen's Staircase, browse the Straw Market and local galleries, or enjoy one final swim or snorkelling excursion before disembarkation. From secluded cays to cosmopolitan island life, Nassau brings your Bahamas yacht charter to a memorable close.