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Ahoy Club

The classic · 7 nights · From Nassau

8 Day Exumas Island Escape Through Pristine Bahamas Cays

Untouched Caribbean paradise with iconic highlights and private anchorages blending luxury yacht experiences

Best months

Year-round

How long

8 Days / 7 Nights

Start and finish

Nassau to Nassau

Planned by

The Ahoy Club charter team

The idea of the week

Discover the Exumas, where the Caribbean feels untouched with electric blue sandbanks, deserted cays, and crystalline waters. This 8 day itinerary perfectly balances iconic highlights like swimming pigs at Big Major Cay, Thunderball Grotto, and native rock iguanas with quieter anchorages that epitomize true yachting luxury.

Experience private island exploration, world class snorkeling among vibrant coral reefs, and encounters with gentle nurse sharks and endangered sea turtles. From the pink sands of Harbour Island to the remote beauty of Allen Cay, each destination showcases the Exumas' unique charm and pristine natural ecosystems.

Whether seeking bucket list moments or serene beach days, this carefully crafted itinerary delivers an unforgettable escape into Caribbean luxury with privacy, pace, and access to exclusive anchorages accessible only by yacht.

The route

  1. 1Nassau → Harbour IslandHarbour Island
  2. 2Harbour Island & EleutheraEleuthera
  3. 3Warderick Wells CayExuma Cays Land & Sea Park
  4. 4Staniel Cay
  5. 5Big Major Cay & Compass CaySouthern Exumas
  6. 6Highbourne CayNorthern Exumas
  7. 7Allen Cay
  8. 8Allen Cay → NassauNassau

What the crew arrange along the way

Island-Hopping & Beach Culture

Explore a pristine chain of private cays, each with distinctive character and secluded beaches. Experience authentic island culture and traditions, with exclusive anchorages accessible only by luxury yacht.

Marine Wildlife & Nature Encounters

Swim with docile nurse sharks and famous swimming pigs. Encounter endangered sea turtles, meet native rock iguanas, and observe diverse tropical marine ecosystems with insights from expert guides.

World-Class Snorkeling & Water Adventures

Explore vibrant coral reefs, underwater caves, and crystal-clear lagoons filled with tropical fish. Access exclusive reef systems and hidden coves unavailable from shore.

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Day by day

1

Nassau → Harbour Island

Harbour Island · Welcome onboard with scenic coastal cruising

Arrive in Nassau and embark on your private yacht before cruising east toward the iconic pink sands of Harbour Island. Ease into charter life with a long, leisurely lunch on deck as the Eleuthera coastline unfolds. Settle into your new floating home and prepare for an extraordinary week of exploration.

  • Welcome onboard champagne service and yacht orientation
  • Scenic coastal cruise with deck dining experience
  • Sunset arrival at iconic Harbour Island
2

Harbour Island & Eleuthera

Eleuthera · Pink sands and coastal exploration

Wake to one of the world's most photographed beaches and spend the morning swimming on iconic pink sand. Explore Eleuthera's dramatic coastline, discovering charming local culture and hidden coastal gems. Visit Glass Window Bridge for breathtaking panoramic views where the Atlantic meets the Caribbean.

  • Pink Sand Beach swimming and beach picnic
  • Snorkeling vibrant Eleuthera coral reefs
  • Glass Window Bridge scenic overlook visit
3

Warderick Wells Cay

Exuma Cays Land & Sea Park · Entering the protected marine sanctuary

Cruise into the protected Exuma Cays Land & Sea Park, a turning point where the Bahamas becomes wilder and more exclusive. Explore pristine anchorages accessible only by yacht and hike scenic trails. Boo Boo Hill offers panoramic views across the turquoise archipelago as you anchor under star-filled Caribbean skies.

  • Sandbar stops with paddleboard exploration
  • Boo Boo Hill hiking with panoramic Exumas views
  • Private anchorages under pristine night skies
4

Staniel Cay

Iconic island and James Bond heritage

Head deeper into the Exumas to this iconic destination where the classic Exumas experience truly begins. Swim through Thunderball Grotto, the famous James Bond filming location filled with colorful tropical fish. Enjoy lunch at the legendary Staniel Cay Yacht Club and watch sunset with cocktails on deck.

  • Thunderball Grotto underwater cave exploration
  • Lunch at historic Staniel Cay Yacht Club
  • Sunset deck cocktails and tropical ambiance
5

Big Major Cay & Compass Cay

Southern Exumas · Bucket-list moments and marine encounters

Experience the day of unforgettable moments balanced with luxurious relaxation. Swim with the world-famous pigs at Big Major Cay and encounter docile nurse sharks at Compass Cay. Whether enjoying a secluded beach BBQ or chef-led dinner onboard, this day combines adventure with Exumas exclusivity.

  • Swimming with famous pigs at Big Major Cay
  • Nurse shark encounters at Compass Cay
  • Secluded beach BBQ or gourmet onboard dinner
6

Highbourne Cay

Northern Exumas · Turquoise waters and reef snorkeling

Cruise north through some of the most striking turquoise waters in the Caribbean, stopping at pristine untouched sandbanks. Paddleboard in serene anchorages, snorkel vibrant reef systems teeming with marine life, and enjoy cocktails overlooking Highbourne marina as the sun sets over crystalline waters.

  • Paddleboarding and water toys in calm anchorages
  • Snorkeling vibrant Caribbean coral ecosystems
  • Sunset cocktails at Highbourne Cay marina
7

Allen Cay

Final island experience in pristine paradise

Experience a slower, scenic final full day in the northern Exumas. Meet the island's native rock iguanas and relax on deserted white sand stretches. Share a farewell dinner onboard under the stars, reminiscing about a week of Caribbean luxury and unforgettable island memories.

  • Allen Cay native rock iguana encounters
  • Beach day on pristine white sand shores
  • Farewell dinner onboard under starlit skies
8

Allen Cay → Nassau

Nassau · Departure with final Exumas beauty

Begin your final journey back toward Nassau, soaking in the signature electric blues of the Exumas. Enjoy a morning swim at a scenic anchorage and savor breakfast on deck while reflecting on a week of Caribbean luxury. Disembark with treasured memories of pristine islands, marine adventures, and authentic Bahamian hospitality.

  • Morning swim stop en route to Nassau
  • Leisurely breakfast on deck with ocean views
  • Disembarkation with unforgettable memories
Ahoy Club

Make this week yours

Tell us the dates and who is coming.

This is a sample week, planned by the Ahoy Club charter team from trips we have run before. Every stop moves with the weather, the tide and the group. We reshape it around your yacht and your dates, book the tables and quote the rate.

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USA

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