Bahamas General Information
Below we’ve outlined the Bahamas General Information you might find helpful when traveling in the Bahamas on a luxury yacht charter. The Bahamas provide an outstanding luxury yacht charter experience, as the area is best explored by private yacht.
Bahamas Entry Protocol
Bahamas Facts | Bahamas General Information
- Capital: Nassau on the island of New Providence.
- Population: 300,000+
- Area: 700 islands of 5,380 square miles
- Currency: Bahamian $; US$1=Ba$1
- Language: English. Tourist center employees, however, often speak other European languages.
- Political status: Independent nation; and a member of the Commonwealth.
- Religion: Traditional Christian churches
- Electricity: 120 volts AC, 60 cycles
- Phone: the dialing code for the Bahamas is +1 242, followed by seven digits. On the island, use the seven digits alone.
- Driving: When driving in the Bahamas, keep left. Additionally, be sure to have your driver’s license and insurance card.
Business Hours in the Bahamas
- Business: In Nassau, Paradise Island, and Freeport, banks are open 9.30 am-3 pm, Monday to Thursday. On Friday, they are open 9.30 am-5 pm. Hours vary on the other islands.
- The leading banks include the Central Bank of The Bahamas, Bank of Nova Scotia, Barclays, Chase Manhattan, Citibank, and Royal Bank of Canada. Shops are open 9 am-5 pm or later. In addition, they close early on one weekday afternoon.
Bahamas Yacht Charter Cruising Areas
- The Exuma Islands and Cays
- Abacos Islands
- Eleuthera
- Harbour Island and Spanish Wells
- The Berry Islands
Nassau is the central departure city for the Exumas, and Marsh Harbour or Treasure Cay are options for the Abacos.
Public Holidays 2023 | Bahamas General Information
For an up-to-date list of the public holidays in the Bahamas, click here.
Bahamas Yachts For Charter
Amaryllis
| 6 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2011 Refit: Built: 2011 |
| $770,000 - $875,000 /wk | 257.00 Ft Power |
TOP FIVE II
| 6 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2021 Refit: Built: 2021 |
| $550,000 - $600,000 /wk | 200.00 Ft Power |
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STARSHIP 185'
| 6 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2001 Refit: Built: 2001 |
| $275,000 - $315,000 /wk | 185.00 Ft Power |
LIMITLESS
| 13 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2011 Refit: Built: 2011 |
| €73,500 - €93,500 /wk | 183.00 Ft Power |
STARFIRE
| 6 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 1997 Refit: Built: 1997 |
| $248,000 - $288,000 /wk | 178.00 Ft Power |
ASPEN ALTERNATIVE
| 5 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2010 Refit: Built: 2010 |
| $199,000 - $220,000 /wk | 164.00 Ft Power |
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REMEMBER WHEN
| 6 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2011 Refit: Built: 2011 |
| $230,000 /wk | 162.00 Ft Power |
OCEANOS
| 7 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2006 Refit: Built: 2006 |
| $250,000 - $275,000 /wk | 161.00 Ft Power |
HIGHLANDER
| 7 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 1986 Refit: Built: 1986 |
| $155,000 - $175,000 /wk | 162.00 Ft Power |
LADY ELAINE
| 6 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2008 Refit: Built: 2008 |
| $225,000 /wk | 163.00 Ft Power |
LISA MI AMORE
| 6 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2005 Refit: Built: 2005 |
| $199,000 - $219,000 /wk | 157.00 Ft Power |
MISS CHRISTINE
| 5 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2006 Refit: Built: 2006 |
| $160,000 /wk | 157.00 Ft Power |
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Lady Joy
| 6 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2007 Refit: Built: 2007 |
| $199,000 - $225,000 /wk | 157.00 Ft Power |
AMICA MEA
| 5 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2004 Refit: Built: 2004 |
| $200,000 - $215,000 /wk | 152.00 Ft Power |
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LADY S
| 5 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 1989 Refit: Built: 1989 |
| $130,000 - $140,000 /wk | 151.00 Ft Power |
BAD COMPANY SUPPORT
| 3 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2019 Refit: Built: 2019 |
| $75,000 /wk | 150.00 Ft Power |
ARTEMIS
| 6 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2003 Refit: Built: 2003 |
| $175,000 - $195,000 /wk | 150.00 Ft Power |
ISLAND HEIRESS
| 6 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 1996 Refit: Built: 1996 |
| $125,000 - $135,000 /wk | 145.00 Ft Power |
RELENTLESS
| 5 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2001 Refit: Built: 2001 |
| $150,000 /wk | 145.00 Ft Power |
AT LAST
| 5 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 1990 Refit: Built: 1990 |
| $125,000 - $150,000 /wk | 145.00 Ft Power |
Princess Anna
| 5 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2002 Refit: Built: 2002 |
| $129,500 - $144,500 /wk | 147.00 Ft Power |
AUDACES
| 5 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2014 Refit: Built: 2014 |
| $175,000 - $190,000 /wk | 147.00 Ft Power |
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LADY J
| 5 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 1997 Refit: Built: 1997 |
| $119,000 - $129,000 /wk | 142.00 Ft Power |
STARSHIP
| 5 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 1988 Refit: Built: 1988 |
| $120,000 - $150,000 /wk | 143.00 Ft Power |
AQUASITION
| 5 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2010 Refit: Built: 2010 |
| $150,000 /wk | 142.00 Ft Power |
JUST ENOUGH
| 5 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2012 Refit: Built: 2012 |
| $139,000 - $149,000 /wk | 141.00 Ft Power |
ALEGRIA
| 5 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2010 Refit: Built: 2010 |
| $159,000 - $169,000 /wk | 143.00 Ft Power |
RISING DAWN
| 6 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2022 Refit: Built: 2022 |
| $200,000 - $220,000 /wk | 141.00 Ft Power |
MISS STEPHANIE
| 5 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2004 Refit: Built: 2004 |
| $115,000 - $135,000 /wk | 138.00 Ft Power |
FORTITUDE
| 5 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 1999 Refit: Built: 1999 |
| $115,000 - $125,000 /wk | 136.00 Ft Power |
KASHMIR
| 6 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2008 Refit: Built: 2008 |
| $110,000 - $130,000 /wk | 133.00 Ft Power |
CUPCAKE
| 5 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2000 Refit: Built: 2000 |
| $125,000 - $144,000 /wk | 132.00 Ft Power |
SERENITY
| 6 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2016 Refit: Built: 2016 |
| $145,000 - $160,000 /wk | 133.00 Ft Power |
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SWEET ESCAPE
| 6 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 1993 Refit: Built: 1993 |
| $115,000 - $135,000 /wk | 130.00 Ft Power |
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DONA LOLA
| 5 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2003 Refit: Built: 2003 |
| $100,000 - $115,000 /wk | 130.00 Ft Power |
PLAN A
| 5 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2007 Refit: Built: 2007 |
| $125,000 - $143,750 /wk | 130.00 Ft Power |
FAR NIENTE
| 5 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2014 Refit: Built: 2014 |
| $135,000 - $150,000 /wk | 130.00 Ft Power |
PIPE DREAM
| 5 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2014 Refit: Built: 2014 |
| $140,000 /wk | 130.00 Ft Power |
OCULUS
| 5 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 1996 Refit: Built: 1996 |
| $99,000 - $130,000 /wk | 128.00 Ft Power |
NO BAD IDEAS
| 5 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2005 Refit: Built: 2005 |
| $120,000 - $130,000 /wk | 130.00 Ft Power |
LONE STAR
| 5 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 1995 Refit: Built: 1995 |
| $99,000 - $110,000 /wk | 130.00 Ft Power |
Too Shallow
| 5 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 1995 Refit: Built: 1995 |
| $110,000 /wk | 130.00 Ft Power |
ACACIA
| 5 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2012 Refit: Built: 2012 |
| $140,000 - $155,000 /wk | 131.00 Ft Power |
BEACHOUSE
| 4 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2009 Refit: Built: 2009 |
| $110,000 - $130,000 /wk | 130.00 Ft Power |
ABOUT TIME
| 6 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2010 Refit: Built: 2010 |
| $155,000 - $165,000 /wk | 131.00 Ft Power |
MILK & HONEY
| 5 Cabins |
Year/Rebuilt: 2003 Refit: Built: 2003 |
| $98,000 - $115,000 /wk | 125.00 Ft Power |
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