10 Days – Nassau to Nassau …

The Bahamas are the birthplace of the Gulf Stream, home to an amazing abundance and variety of marine life visible through crystal clear waters; a dream come true for divers, game fishermen and snorkelers.

Thousands of miles of shoreline boast a number of the world’s most beautiful and pristine beaches with national parks and tropical gardens to be found inland, allowing visitors glimpses of rare and endangered plants and animals.

Although each island has its own unique personality, the people of the Bahamas are delightfully consistent in their warmth and charm. And it’s not all just wildlife and water; the Bahamas have a fascinating history and interesting folklore. Arawak Indians, pirates, explorers and freedom fighters form the unique culture of these islands.

Whether you prefer snoozing in the sun, testing your muscles with water sports, swimming with dolphins or wetting your whistle at one of the colourful and quaint bars you come across, one thing is sure – the Bahamas won’t disappoint.

In fact, the Bahamas may be the best kept secret in charter. To Habour Island Itinerary Summary

NASSAU DAY LOCATION DISTANCE TIME 1 Nassau > Harbour Island 50nm 4hrs

2 Harbour Island > Highborne Cay 65nm 5hrs 30mins

3 Highborne Cay > Shroud Cay 11nm 1hr Allen’s Cay Highborne Cay 4 Shroud Cay > Staniel Cay 31nm 2hrs 30mins

5 Staniel Cay - - Norman’s Cay Shroud Cay 6 Staniel Cay > Pipe Creek 6nm 30mins

Emerald Rock 7 Pipe Creek > Cambridge Cay 4nm 15mins Cambridge Cay > Emerald Rock 7nm 30mins

Cambridge Cay 8 Emerald Rock > Norman’s Cay 20nm 1hr 30mins

ANDROS Pipe Cay 9 Norman’s Cay > Allen’s Cay 8nm 30mins ISLAND Staniel Cay 10 Allen’s Cay > Nassau 33nm 3hrs

11 Nassau - - THE Day 1

Nassau > Harbour Island (50nm / 4hrs)

Overview Occupied almost completely by the community of Dunmore Town, See & Do Harbour Island (known as "Briland" to locals) reminds many visitors of Welcome on board, in the lagoon marina of Atlantis a miniature Bermuda with its Georgian architecture marked by Resort, on Paradise Island. Kick off your shoes, shrug off pastel-coloured buildings, white picket fences and bougainvillea- your worries and enjoy a welcome lunch as your draped doorframes. It’s famous mainly for its miles of fabulous, pink captain cruises to the shallow waters of Spanish Wells beach. Sifted and smoothed by generations of waves, the sands are at Harbour Island and drops anchor. The waters here coloured by finely crushed coral. are ideal for swimming - warm throughout the year and generally calm, protected from the rolling waves of the Atlantic by a . A visit to the ‘Pink Beach’ is a must - a light rose blush by day, the sands become a vibrant pink at sunset.

Dine Enjoy lunch and dinner on board. Or at Coral Sands, Harbour Island Landing or the Pink Sands Resort.

Overnight Overnight to Highborne Cay. Day 2

Harbour Island > Highborne Cay (65nm / 5 hours 30mins)

Overview Highborne Cay is a tropical beauty with crystal-clear waters, ivory See & Do sand beaches and secluded cays. Highborne’s eight beaches, all Arrive in the morning at Highborne Cay, the most within walking distance of the marina, are among the best-kept northern and highest in the Chain. Known for its secrets of the Bahamas. plantations of aloe and watermelons, it is also a tropical beauty with crystal-clear waters, ivory sand beaches and secluded cays. Spend the day here to enjoy some watersports and beach discoveries after your first breakfast on board.

Dine Enjoy lunch and dinner on board.

Overnight At anchor or in port. Day 3

Highborne Cay > Shroud Cay (11nm / 1 hour)

Overview Located inside the ‘Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park’, Shroud See & Do Cay possesses some of the whitest beaches and clearest Cruise to the southwest shore of Shroud Cay, the main waters known. The main attraction is the variety of waterways attraction here being the variety of waterways that that can only be explored by dinghy or waverunner. can only be explored by dinghy or waverunner. A hike to the top of the hill to Camp Driftwood is also recommended for spectacular scenery of the Exuma Sound on one side and the tidal creek system on the other. Then relax in a secluded anchorage and delight in a gourmet treat from the Chef.

Dine Enjoy a welcome lunch and diner on board, specifically prepared by your personal chef for the week. Alternatively, ask the crew to set up a beach table for diner, simply the best!

Overnight At anchor off Shroud Cay. Day 4

Shroud Cay > Staniel Cay (31nm / 2 hours 30 mins)

Overview Staniel Cay is famous for the swimming pigs at nearby Big See & Do Major's Spot, (also known as ‘Pig Beach’). Placed by locals Less than 1 square mile with enchanting, brightly many years ago these porcine swimmers join the vast coloured houses, Staniel Cay is a sight to see. On your selection of aquatic activities including snorkelling with arrival, a tender will transport you to Thunderball tropical fish and sea turtles, to shark and eel sightings, to Cave, the natural grotto which featured in the James scuba diving. Bond film. This is a perfect spot for swimming or diving amongst schools of fish. Enjoy the pristine beauty of the cay, a good place to sip a cocktail by the sunset. (Watch for the "green flash" as the sun sinks into the sea).

Dine Lunch and dinner on board.

Overnight At the port of Staniel Yacht Club. Day 5

Staniel Cay

Overview Staniel Cay is famous for the swimming pigs at nearby Big See & Do Major's Spot, (also known as ‘Pig Beach’). Placed by locals Enjoy some deep-sea fishing and snorkelling before many years ago these porcine swimmers join the vast tendering out to Big Major’s Spot to meet the selection of aquatic activities including snorkelling with domesticated pigs that swim out. Mind your fingers! If tropical fish and sea turtles, to shark and eel sightings, to you want to enjoy pristine beauty of the evening, the scuba diving. Staniel Cay Yacht Club is a good place to dine by the sunset which is a frequent event.

Dine Lunch and dinner on board.

Overnight At the port of Staniel Yacht Club. Day 6

Staniel Cay > Pipe Creek (6nm / 30mins)

Overview North of Staniel Cay, Pipe Creek is a wide swath of shallow and See & Do extremely shallow water bordered on each side by several The yacht will cruise to an anchorage by the Pipe cays. Most of these cays are privately owned. While cruising Creek Islands in time for lunch. Enjoy an afternoon of through Pipe Creek, you feel like you are flying over a exploration in the deep and narrow cuts of Joe, transparent bed of liquid air skirting by dozens of emerald Thomas and Over Yonder Cays. Experiment with drift islands framed with powder white beaches. snorkelling or fishing in these perfect landscapes. There are also some great spots for shelling and diving.

Dine On board.

Overnight At anchor. Day 7

Pipe Creek > Cambridge Cay > Emerald Rock (4nm / 15 mins) / (7nm / 30mins)

Overview Located in the Exumas Land and Sea Park, Cambridge Cay is See & Do a beautiful destination to feel the Bahamas beauty. Also Enjoy a discovery around the paradise coves around known as Little Bell Cay, it is privately owned but visitors are Cambridge Cay. With its 6 beaches, 4 coral reefs, 2 welcome ashore. caves and a big hill to hike: welcome to paradise! This Emerald Rock is part of the Exuma Land and Sea Park. A is the perfect opportunity to meet turtles, rays or star popular spot for taking in the classic Bahama blue waters, this fish during a nice snorkelling or paddle tour. Cruise National Park was the first land and sea park in the world. over to Emerald Rock to explore this stretch of pristine water, land and beaches.

Dine On board.

Overnight At anchor. Day 8

Emerald Rock > Norman’s Cay (20nm / 1hr 30mins)

Overview Once owned by a member of the Colombian drug cartel and See & Do off limits to all sailors, Norman’s Cay has one of the more Cruise over to Norman’s Cay. the fearless can take colorful histories in the Exumas. Today, the island is popular for part in a dive at “Danger Reef” where it’s possible to its protected anchorages, long stretches of beach and be surrounded by many different types of shark or you shallow, gin-clear waters. can also see the remains of a smuggler’s plane. Come back to Shroud Cay at the end of the day.

Dine On board.

Overnight At anchor. Day 9

Norman’s Cay > Allen’s Cay (8nm / 30 mins)

Overview Allen’s Cay is just 35 miles southeast of Nassau and is famous See & Do for its indigenous population of rock iguanas. Fearsome- Enjoy breakfast while the yacht cruising north to looking, but mostly friendly, they can reach over a metre in Allen’s Cay. Enjoy meeting the iguanas, the area is length and are unfortunately an endangered species. Aside also an ultimate for diving if you are keen or you could from the iguanas, you’ll find stretches of beach and gin-clear go lobster hunting in the clear waters nearby. seas where you can enjoy some water sports. Alternatively, relax on board and enjoy the views from the deck.

Dine Lunch on board. In the evening, should you like, the crew could prepare a fun evening under the stars!

Overnight At anchor off Allen’s Cay or at nearby Highborne Cay if the weather is too windy. Day 10

Allan’s Cay > Nassau (33nm / 3 hrs)

Overview On the southwest side of Nassau, you will find the Albany See & Do Resort. Albany features an unparalleled combination of Enjoy Albany’s five-star facilities such as its wellness surroundings, architecture, sporting amenities and service. centre and theatre or simply go shopping… Otherwise you could practice your swing on one of the best golf courses of the country.

Dine Lunch on board and diner on shore at Aviva restaurant and then continue your evening to Vesper Bar & Lounge.

Overnight In the marina of the resort. Day 11

Nassau

Overview One last morning in the Bahamas for any outstanding visits or See & Do activities! There are plenty of activities to choose from if you feel like making the most of your last morning of holidays! Take a dip in the sea, jump on your favorite watertoy, or just sit back and relax on board. In the meantime, the crew will assist you in any way they can before your journey home.

Dine A farewell brunch will be served on board should you desire.

NB This itinerary is a suggestion only with distances and timings dependent on weather conditions. Any itinerary is flexible within reason and can be changed either in advance of or during the charter itself with the guidance of the Captain. The main thing is to sketch out a general plan in order to ensure the right berths, restaurant and activities are booked if desired. Good to know…

Climate Currency The climate of the Bahamas is tropical savannah climate. The low The currency in Bahamas is the Bahamian dollar (BSD) however US dollars are widely latitude, warm tropical Gulf Stream, and low elevation give the accepted. Bahamas a warm and winterless climate. The Bahamas are often sunny and dry for long periods of time. Tropical storms and hurricanes can on occasion impact the Bahamas. The average air Health & Safety temperature the all year is between 22°C(70°F) and 25°C(76°F) and You may find the following websites helpful: the sea temperature between 23°C(73°F) and 28°C(82°F). https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/bahamas/safety-and-security https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/bahamas/health Guidelines, VAT & Regulations Flights & Transportation VAT on foreign flagged charter vessels will continue to incur the 4% Bahamas have an international airport called NASSAU (NAS). Taxi cabs and shuttle vans charter tax as usual, paid by the charter client. All foreign flagged are lined up outside the arrivals building. yachts must also continue to register as Foreign Vessels in order to You can use Jitneys (minibus), water taxis or ferry boats for sightseeing accross the different charter in Bahamian waters islands.

Visas & Entry Formalities To enter The Bahamas, citizens from countries other than the US and Canada are required Time Zone to present a valid passport which must be current up to your travel period and some EST ( UTC – 5) countries are also required to have a Bahamas visa. You must also have a return, or EDT ( UTC – 4) during summer onward journey ticket, hotel confirmation (if staying at a hotel, or name and address of residence) and proof of funds to support your visit.

All details are given in good faith but can not be guaranteed. Bon voyage…