Make your own adventure on a catamaran charter in the Bahamas

Make your own adventure on a catamaran charter in the Bahamas

In the days before the internet allowed travellers to book their own breaks, many people were at the mercy of package tour operators when it came to choosing their ideal holiday. Now, however, those that want to enjoy the freedom and flexibility of a break where they are in complete control can enjoy the most popular destinations on their own terms.

The Bahamas have long been considered the ultimate tropical island paradise, offering visitors the chance to enjoy everything that a perfect holiday can offer. Historical excursions, cultural engagement, traditional cuisine, wildlife spotting, and a thriving nightlife are all on offer and you can choose how much or little of each you want to sample.

Exploring the islands by boat is the perfect way to maximise your opportunities to enjoy a break crammed with your favourite things. There’s no need to worry about catching ferries or packing up to move from one place to another – simply drop anchor at any of the many welcoming marinas and ports and explore whichever city, island or coral reef takes your fancy.

Or, slide leisurely across the water surface, watching the waves and numerous water animals being lit by boat lights.

A catamaran charter is a great way to meet the needs of all the family, offering a quiet, private space, even in the busiest of destinations, and the opportunity to tailor your trip to suit all your needs. Some of the most interesting places to visit include:

Eleuthera

Home to some of the most spectacular stretches of coastline in the Bahamas, Eleuthera is a long, thin island that has plenty of secluded beaches that are perfect for visitors that want to soak up some of the relaxation that is associated with island living. There are marinas that offer all the facilities and amenities you would expect from a sea-faring spot, and several towns that are perfect for eating, drinking and making the most of the tropical weather to enjoy the nightlife.

Eleuthera is also home to one of the Bahamas’ main attractions – Pink Sand Beach on Harbour Island, so called because of the incredible natural phenomenon that attracts visitors in their droves to experience the unique coloured sand for themselves. Caused by microscopic insects that live in the nearby coral reefs, the pink sand makes for some truly incredible photo opportunities and the gentle slope into the water makes it a great place for playing and recreational swimming.

The Berry Islands

There are multiple different Islands that are worthwhile to sight-see when sailing with your Catamaran.

Easily accessible from the United States, the Berry Islands are a chain of smaller islands that have long been a popular choice among sailors. There are around 30 islands which offer plenty of isolated spots that are ideal for a day of relaxing on the beach, dropping anchor and chilling on your catamaran or a mixture of the two.

The scenery is breath-taking, and you can find numerous picturesque cays which are ideal for keen photographers to take some stunning shots. There are also plenty of restaurants serving the freshest seafood and bars that are perfect for enjoying a traditional drink.

Although there are plenty of well-appointed marinas, many sailors prefer to drop anchor off shore, allowing them to dive, snorkel, paddleboard or just take a leisurely swim in the crystal clear waters that surround the whole chain.

Grand Bahama Island

Located within a day’s sailing from the United States, Grand Bahama Island is only 56 nautical miles from Florida, making it a popular choice among those who want to get away from it all without factoring in too much travel time. Grand Bahama Island is home to some massive stretches of coral reef that make it a popular choice for divers and those who appreciate the chance to spot tropical wildlife on their break.

Nature-lovers will appreciate the chance to visit the Lucayan National Park, home to one of the world’s largest underwater cave systems and several species of tropical wildlife. The park itself incorporates everything from pine forests and mangrove creeks to coral reefs and beaches, making it a fascinating and beautiful place to explore.

Rum Cay

While it may not be as well-known as some of the more tourist-centric spots in the Bahamas, Rum Cay has plenty to offer visitors, partly because of its more low-key appeal. History fans will love the chance to see antique ruins in this tropical setting, and fans of the underwater world will be amazed at the reefs that have barely been touched in years.

The island is surrounded by particularly shallow water, with long sandbars that extend the beaches in a way that makes them perfect for sailors who want to drop anchor just off-shore with an easy wade towards land. Although it boasts the white sandy beaches that typify the Bahamas, Rum Cay doesn’t have the tourist presence that many other areas do, so it’s a great place for a quiet break, especially for those that really want to be able to relax.

Whatever you are looking for in a holiday to the Bahamas, chartering a catamaran is a great way to get the holiday of your dreams. A catamaran charter from BorrowABoat is the ideal way to build flexibility into your break, so you can choose exactly where you want to be and when without having to restrict yourself to schedules, work around check-in times or compromise your holiday in any way at all.

From spotting tropical fish to watching the sunset from a beach bar, you can indulge all your desires in one trip.