Highborne Cay is a privately owned cay known as the gateway to the Exuma Cays. The Cay has luxury cottages and no less than eight postcard-pretty beaches. Despite being only three miles long, there are many opportunities for adventure on land and at sea. Beach activities tend to be the order of the day, with snorkeling, kayaking, swimming, and fishing topping the charts. Those with diving experience can explore the nearby shipwreck of an unknown ship thought to have been built about five hundred years ago.
This coral atoll boasts watercolor blues and expansive sandy beaches that invite leisurely days of sunbathing and beachcombing. For the adventurous, snorkeling the famous underwater wreck of Pablo Escobar’s Curtiss C-46 cargo plane offers a thrilling glimpse into the island’s notorious past, surrounded by vibrant marine life. Water enthusiasts can indulge in paddleboarding, kayaking, windsurfing, or deep-sea fishing in the calm, protected waters. The Norman’s Cay Yacht Club and Beach Club provide stunning 360° views, refined dining, and lively island spirit, while the rustic charm of beachside hideaways offers authentic local flavors. Nearby, the Exuma Cays Land & Sea Park awaits with pristine natural beauty and unique snorkel spots like Rachel’s Bubble Bath.
In the Exuma National Park, you will find the pink sands and velvet green mangroves that make up Shroud Cay. Part of the Exuma Land and Sea Park, Shroud Cay is all about putting mother nature on a pedestal and for good reason. Gone are the crowds and the whirr of motorized boats and in its place is simply the silence of water lapping against the shore, the scuttle of lizards, sleeping turtles, and the cry of wild birds. This wetland delight offers a labyrinth of creeks to explore on the kayak, not to mention sublime snorkelling in the clear blue shallows. Whether a nature lover, fantasy island escapist, or charter guest wanting to delve deeper into the wilder delights of the Bahamas, Shroud Cay offers you the chance to see the land and sea completely untouched by human hands.
At the northern end of the Exuma Land and Sea Park, Hawksbill Cay is a gorgeous uninhabited island boasting some of the best loyalist ruins in the whole of the Bahamas. A vision of limestone cliffs, shallow silver sandbars, azure waters, and towering palms, Hawksbill Cay is a magnificent spot for yacht charters. Captains love to drop anchor here thanks to the pleasant trade winds, the warm air and water temperatures, and the consistency of conditions. For history lovers, it is well worth exploring the nature-tangled walls of the former loyalist settlement that date back to the 18th century when loyalists to the English crown came and settled on the island. Water lovers will be in their element as Hawksbill Cay boasts endless scope for swimming, snorkeling, and walking the length of the silver starlit sands.
Seventy miles from Nassau, Little Pipe Cay is a bright Bahamian dream and known as a rare jewel stashed in the sweeping chain of the Exumas. It’s a short sail from Staniel Cay making it a must on any itinerary for those guests craving an exquisite hideaway complete with crystal clear waters and top of the line luxury accommodations. This 38 acre private island boasts a beautiful main villa and space for 22 guests. There’s a sparkling swimming pool, glass bottomed kayaks, and private mooring for your superyacht. Private white sand beaches are all sugar lapped by azurite blues and there’s nothing to do but eat, drink, rest, and indulge in an array of glorious watersports. For those seeking their own sweet oasis, Pipe Cay serves up the ultimate private island experience on a silver platter.
Big Major Cay is a major attraction in the Bahamas and is home to a wild pig colony. Despite being wild, the pigs are known to be friendly, and splashing and swimming with them is possible. Nothing will spark a smile more than swimming alongside a group of squealing pink pigs against the blissful warm backdrop of azure hues and sparkling white sands. It's not just pigs on offer from Big Major Cay; the island is also home to nurse sharks, iguanas, tropical sand bars, and the nearby Staniel Cay, which is where you can find Thunderball Grotto - made famous by the filming of two of the James Bond Movies. Divers and snorkelers will surely delight in a day at Big Major Cay as the waters teem with life.
The beating heart of the Exuma Land and Sea Park, Warderick Wells, is a protected area with few facilities but many incredible anchorage spots. For charter guests, this glorious stretch that sits between Hog Cay and West Stroud Cay captures the true essence of what sailing in the Caribbean is all about. You will know you have arrived thanks to the 50-foot skeleton of a sperm whale marking the entrance. After this, it’s all intricate exploration with many incredible walks leading through the decadent flora and fauna, and the chance to see Stromatolites (one of the rarest life forms on earth). For guests who love to snorkel and dive, Warderick Wells takes you on an underwater journey where you can admire flourishing coral gardens and the brightest shoals of fish. Fishing or removing anything from these protected grounds is forbidden, but Warderick Wells is an inspiring lesson in how to sit with nature.
Nassau is the capital of the Bahamas and is located on the island of New Providence. This yacht charter playground has something for everyone (especially when you consider the nearby Paradise Island, too): gorgeous gold courses, endless beaches, cosmopolitan restaurants, lavish luxury resorts, and a full schedule of activities, from swimming with turtles to scuba excursions, shopping, fishing, and so much more. Charter guests can snorkel on Pearl Island, play at the world-famous Atlantis Resort, explore the historic Fort Charlotte, wander the National Art Gallery, climb the Queen's Staircase, roll dice at the casino, and buy beautiful souvenirs at the Straw Market.