Exuma International (GGT)
George Town
Handles private-jet arrivals.
- Record: airport · verified
Caribbean & Bahamas
Great Exuma Yacht Charter
Great Exuma is the largest island of the Exuma chain, holding George Town, Exuma International and the Emerald Bay berths — distinct from the wider Exuma Cays cruising ground. For those planning a yacht charter within the Caribbean and Bahamas, the island offers berthing facilities at Emerald Bay Marina, Great Exuma. This particular marina is on record as being able to accommodate vessels measuring up to an indicative 73 metres LOA.
Starting from€40,000per week
The case for the coast
Why charter a yacht in Great Exuma
On the water
Privacy, pace, and places you cannot reach by road.
Introduction
Why charter a yacht in Great Exuma.
01
A luxury yacht charter Great Exuma rewards guests with a combination you cannot replicate from a hotel: total privacy, an itinerary that flexes around your party, and access to coves, restaurants and reefs that road-bound travellers simply never see. Blue Ocean Club curates Great Exuma cruises across motor yachts, sailing yachts, catamarans and superyachts — every option live-priced against the global live availability feed and presented with our 100% best-price guarantee.
02
Great Exuma sits at the heart of one of the world's great cruising grounds. Days unfold at the pace of the sea: long swims off the platform, lunch at a beach club where your concierge has held the best table, an afternoon cruise to a quieter anchorage, cocktails on the bow as the light softens. The captain rewrites tomorrow's plan based on tonight's weather and your party's mood.
03
Blue Ocean Club matches each crewed yacht charter Great Exuma enquiry to yachts whose published operating area, specifications and current availability fit the requested dates. The final shortlist is checked against the yacht's authorised charter information before contract, and route details remain subject to operating conditions and the captain's final approval.
What to Expect
Yacht charter in Great Exuma — what to expect.
Season, route, hull and investment — the four things every guest asks before we lock a yacht.
01
The season
The established charter window used for planning in this cruising region is December through April. Conditions still vary by exact dates and route, so the captain's forecast and operating advice govern the final itinerary.
02
The itinerary
The strongest Great Exuma itinerary is built from destination-specific marinas, anchorages and places that are actually available for the requested dates. The route remains flexible around weather, berth availability, local restrictions and the yacht's operating limits.
03
The yacht
The most suitable yacht for Great Exuma depends on guest count, layout preference, draft, range, speed and the intended itinerary. Compare the verified specifications on the individual yacht listings rather than relying on a generic destination-wide yacht type.
04
The investment
Charter pricing in Great Exuma depends on the yacht, dates, operating area and the final charter terms. Verified yacht rates are shown on individual listings when available; taxes, operating expenses, provisioning and any other booking-specific charges are confirmed before contract rather than estimated from a global template. Minimum charter duration is yacht- and date-specific.
The Fleet
Featured yachts in Great Exuma Yacht Charter.
Live pricing — charters from €40,000 / week
Ashore and on the water
Things to do in Great Exuma
Experiences
Things to do on your Great Exuma charter.
From quiet anchorages to time ashore — a planning sample to adapt around the yacht, local conditions and verified availability.
- 01Onboard time
Swimming, dining and relaxation shaped around the facilities of the yacht selected
- 02Water activities
Use the water toys and sports equipment actually carried by the yacht, where local rules allow
- 03Shore visits
Add towns, beaches, restaurants or cultural stops when verified locally and available for your dates
- 04Private dining
Plan menus with the yacht's confirmed crew and the provisions available for the charter
- 05Flexible days
Keep the route responsive to weather, berth availability and the captain's operating decisions
Facts, seasons, pricing
Great Exuma charter facts, seasons and pricing
Best Time to Visit
When to charter in Great Exuma.
The prime window for a yacht charter Great Exuma runs December through April.
Getting aboard
Arriving in Great Exuma: routes, berths and transfers
Private shortlist
Plan your week in Great Exuma.
Share a few details and we will return a private yacht shortlist — availability, APA guidance and a clear next step — within one working day.
Questions
Great Exuma charter planning detail and FAQs
Questions
Great Exuma yacht charter FAQs.
How much does a yacht charter in Great Exuma cost?+
The final cost depends on the yacht, dates, itinerary and charter terms. Current yacht rates are shown on individual listings when verified pricing is available, and the complete commercial structure is confirmed before contract.
What yacht type is suitable for Great Exuma?+
The best fit depends on guest count, layout, draft, range, cruising speed and the itinerary you want to operate. Compare the verified specifications of yachts available for your dates rather than relying on a generic destination rule.
When is the best time to charter in Great Exuma?+
Seasonality depends on the precise cruising area and dates. Where Blue Ocean Club holds destination-specific seasonal evidence it is shown on this guide; otherwise current conditions are confirmed as part of itinerary planning.
What is included in a crewed yacht charter in Great Exuma?+
Inclusions and additional expenses vary by yacht and contract. The signed charter agreement and booking-specific quotation are authoritative for the crew, equipment, operating expenses, taxes and other charges that apply to your charter.
Can the Great Exuma itinerary be customised?+
Yes. The proposed route can be shaped around your priorities, subject to weather, local rules, berth or anchorage availability, the yacht's operating limits and the captain's final safety decisions.
What entry or cruising requirements apply in Great Exuma?+
Entry, customs and cruising requirements can depend on nationality, yacht flag, embarkation point and itinerary. Requirements should be checked against current official guidance for the exact trip rather than inferred from a generic destination template.
Next step
Plan your Great Exuma charter
Why Blue Ocean Club
Why charter Great Exuma with us.
Independent brokerage with live inventory, transparent pricing, and a concierge that works the coast before you step aboard.
- 01Speed
Real-time availability
Live availability feed across 2,000+ yachts — hold and confirm in hours, not weeks.
- 02Trust
100% best-price guarantee
We do not mark up the charter fee. The price you see is the operator's price.
- 03Integrity
Independent advice
Our recommendations follow the boat, not a commission — owners pay us, not introducing brokers.
- 04Craft
Concierge depth
Restaurants, transfers, private guides, helicopters and beach clubs handled long before you board.
Tell us your dates and party — we return three live options within the day.
Ready When You Are
Ready to charter in Great Exuma?
Tell us your dates, party size and what makes a perfect day on the water. We reply within one working day with a curated shortlist and a transparent quote.
Why you can trust this page
How our Great Exuma guide is compiled.
Prepared by the Blue Ocean Club editorial team from the cited destination and charter sources available for this page. This page is maintained by the Blue Ocean Club charter desk — editorial content, not an independent certification.
- Experience
Destination intelligence coverage
This guide currently connects 60 charter yachts on record. Counts describe records available to the page, not first-hand visits or live availability.
- Expertise
Editorial provenance
Prepared by the Blue Ocean Club editorial team from the cited destination and charter sources available for this page.
- Authoritativeness
Where the facts come from
No curated citation set is attached to this destination yet. Unsupported source claims are not added as a fallback.
- Trust
Last data refresh
The underlying destination record was last refreshed 31 July 2026. A data refresh is not presented as a human verification event.
- Limitation
What we never state
We do not treat database inventory as live availability and do not present unverified operator pricing or operator terms as confirmed facts. Availability, rates, taxes, berth suitability and charter terms are confirmed for the specific enquiry.
Planning intelligence
Planning a charter in Great Exuma
Everything you would need to decide on this destination today — seasons, suitability, yachts, aircraft, demand and booking pressure. Each line carries its confidence level, and anything we cannot support says so.
When to go to Great Exuma
Climate, travel seasons, charter seasons and the operational wind and storm patterns that actually apply here.
Climate
- Average air temperature
- Circa 20–25 °C in winter, 28–33 °C in summerCorroborated
- Average sea temperature
- Circa 23 °C in winter, 30 °C in late summerCorroborated
- Rainfall trend
- Dry winter; wet season from May to October with afternoon convectionCorroborated
- Sunshine
- High year roundCorroborated
- Daylight
- Circa 13.7 hours in June, circa 10.5 hours in DecemberVerified
Travel seasons
- High season
- December to AprilCorroborated
- Shoulder season
- May and NovemberCorroborated
- Low season
- August to OctoberCorroborated
Charter seasons
- Best yacht season
- November to MayCorroborated
- Best sailing season
- Winter and springCorroborated
- Best diving season
- Summer for visibility, winter for comfort ashoreIndicative
- Best family season
- December to AprilIndicative
Operational
- Hurricane season
- Officially 1 June to 30 November, peaking mid-August to late OctoberVerifiedsourceItineraries in those weeks carry a relocation plan.
- Gulf Stream crossing
- The Florida–Bahamas crossing is weather-dependent and is not attempted against a strong northerlyCorroboratedCrossing windows are chosen by the captain, not the calendar.
Who Great Exuma suits
Rated on stored evidence, not opinion: Excellent, Very Good, Good, Limited or Unavailable.
Suitability
- Family
- ExcellentCorroborated
- Romantic
- Very GoodCorroborated
- Honeymoon
- Very GoodCorroborated
- Adventure
- Very GoodCorroborated
- Nightlife
- ExcellentCorroborated
- Wellness
- Very GoodCorroborated
- Diving
- ExcellentCorroborated
- Fishing
- ExcellentCorroborated
- Luxury shopping
- ExcellentCorroborated
- Culture
- GoodCorroborated
- Food
- ExcellentCorroborated
- Beach
- ExcellentCorroborated
- Island hopping
- ExcellentCorroborated
- Corporate retreat
- ExcellentCorroborated
- Ultra luxury
- ExcellentCorroborated
- Remote escape
- GoodCorroborated
Which yacht suits this destination
Hull types and charter formats that the cruising ground and berth infrastructure actually support.
Ideal yacht types
- Motor Yacht
- ExcellentCorroboratedThe dominant hull type in the corridor, with deep-water berths throughout.
- Sailing Yacht
- GoodCorroboratedWorkable, though the shallow Bahamian banks restrict deep-draft sailing yachts.
- Catamaran
- ExcellentCorroboratedShallow draft is a genuine advantage on the banks.
- Explorer Yacht
- GoodCorroboratedRange suits the southern and outer islands.
- Sport Yacht
- Very GoodCorroboratedIdeal for day use and sportfishing.
- Mega Yacht
- ExcellentCorroboratedOne of the densest superyacht berth markets in the world.
Charter formats
- Week charter
- ExcellentCorroborated
- Weekend charter
- ExcellentCorroborated
- Day charter
- ExcellentCorroborated
- Crewed charter
- ExcellentCorroborated
- Bareboat
- GoodCorroborated
- Flotilla
- LimitedCorroborated
Which aircraft can reach it
Classified from our airport graph. Runway limits are never inferred — an unknown stays unknown.
Aircraft access
- Basis
- Classified from the Blue Ocean Club airport graphCorroborated
Arrival gateways
- Exuma International (GGT)
- Private-jet capableCorroboratedLongest runway on record: 2225 m.
Aircraft class capability
- Very Light Jet
- ExcellentIndicativeExuma International (GGT) has 2225 m of runway on record, above the 1000 m typically required for this class.
- Light Jet
- ExcellentIndicativeExuma International (GGT) has 2225 m of runway on record, above the 1300 m typically required for this class.
- Midsize
- ExcellentIndicativeExuma International (GGT) has 2225 m of runway on record, above the 1500 m typically required for this class.
- Super Midsize
- ExcellentIndicativeExuma International (GGT) has 2225 m of runway on record, above the 1700 m typically required for this class.
- Heavy
- ExcellentIndicativeExuma International (GGT) has 2225 m of runway on record, above the 2000 m typically required for this class.
- Ultra Long Range
- ExcellentIndicativeExuma International (GGT) has 2225 m of runway on record, above the 2200 m typically required for this class.
- VIP Airliner
- LimitedIndicativeExuma International (GGT) has 2225 m on record, below the 2500 m typically required. Confirmed with the operator before any booking.
- Commercial Airline
- ExcellentIndicativeExuma International (GGT) has 2225 m of runway on record, above the 2000 m typically required for this class.
How busy it gets
Demand and occupancy trends rather than invented prices.
Demand
- Typical demand
- Strongest from December to AprilCorroborated
- Peak demand
- Christmas, New Year, the boat-show weeks and spring breakCorroborated
- Quiet season
- August to OctoberCorroborated
- Event-driven demand
- The Miami and Fort Lauderdale boat shows and the Miami Grand Prix lift berth demand across the corridorCorroborated
- Booking pressure
- Very high in the festive and boat-show weeksIndicative
- Marina occupancy trend
- Show-week berths in the principal marinas fill many months aheadIndicative
- Airport congestion trend
- Heavy in the winter season and show weeksIndicative
- Hotel occupancy trend
- Peaks December to AprilIndicative
When to book
Planning horizons and waiting-list risk, confidence-labelled.
Booking
- Typical booking window
- Six to twelve months, longer for the festive weeksIndicative
- Suggested planning horizon
- Twelve months for New Year or a show weekIndicative
- High season recommendation
- Confirm winter dates by the preceding summerIndicative
- Last-minute suitability
- Realistic in May, June and NovemberIndicative
- Waiting-list risk
- High in the show and festive weeksIndicative
Travelling with children
Described objectively — ages, access, indoor options and medical proximity.
Travelling with children
- Young children
- Short, sheltered hops once on the Bahamian banksCorroborated
- Teenagers
- Watersports, diving and city days within reachCorroborated
- Accessible beaches
- Extensive sand beaches on both sides of the corridorCorroborated
- Water parks
- Major resort water parks in the Nassau areaCorroborated
- Aquariums
- Large public aquariums in the Florida citiesCorroborated
- Rainy day
- Museums, malls and indoor attractions throughout FloridaCorroborated
- Medical facilities nearby
- Major hospitals in the Florida metropolitan areas; more limited in the out islandsCorroborated
- Family transfers
- Road, air and tender transfers on recordCorroborated
Marine protection and responsible cruising
Verified reserves, eco-marina infrastructure and conservation programmes only.
Sustainability
- Marine reserves
- The Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park is a long-established no-take marine reserveVerifiedFishing and anchoring rules apply throughout the park.
- Protected reefs
- Florida reef-tract protections restrict anchoring and contactCorroborated
- Responsible anchoring
- Sand-only anchoring over the banks and reef groundCorroborated
- Wildlife protection
- Manatee and turtle protections apply seasonally in Florida watersCorroborated
Decision support
Is Great Exuma the right choice for your charter?
Why choose Great Exuma
Nowhere else combines a major private-aviation hub, the deepest superyacht refit and berth market in the world, and true turquoise island cruising within a single short crossing. Guests can land by jet in the morning and anchor over Bahamian sand the same afternoon.
Who should look elsewhere: Guests seeking heritage, remoteness or quiet in the winter peak, and anyone unwilling to build flexibility around the Gulf Stream crossing.
How long to stay: Seven nights for the Bahamian banks. Ten nights if the Florida side is included properly.
Luxury highlights
- Private-jet arrival straight into a superyacht berth
- Sandbar and swimming-pig anchorages in the Exumas
- Miami and Palm Beach dining and shopping
Seasonal highlights
- Dry, settled winter cruising
- Boat-show season in the autumn
- Warm, quiet water in late spring
Ideal itineraries
- Miami to the Exumas
- Fort Lauderdale, Bimini and the Berry Islands
- Nassau, Harbour Island and the Abacos
Luxury experience
Plan the whole Great Exuma holiday
Arrival, transfer, shore stay, embarkation, cruising, dining and departure for Great Exuma — only the stages we can evidence.
Who is travelling
Every decision explained in order, from gateway to disembarkation.
What matters most
Selecting a profile changes the order and emphasis only. The facts, sources and confidence levels never change.
Day by day, gateway to gateway
Cruising days follow our published itinerary “7-Day Nassau Yacht Charter Itinerary: Exquisite Bahamas Escape”.
Day 1 — Arrival and shore stay
- arrival
Arrive Exuma International (GGT)
George Town
- hotel
Overnight at Grand Isle Resort & Spa
Adjacent to Emerald Bay Marina for split resort-and-yacht stays.
- arrival
Day 2 — Nassau, New Providence
- cruising
Anchor at Nassau Harbour
Board your luxury yacht in Nassau, the bustling capital of the Bahamas. Settle into your spacious cabin and enjoy a welcome cocktail as you prepare for departure. Take an evening stroll through the colourful streets and soak in the vibrant atmosphere.
- restaurants
Graycliff Restaurant (fine dining Bahamian-European)
- experiences
Explore the historic downtown and Parliament Square
- experiences
Visit the Queen's Staircase
- experiences
Browse local crafts at the Straw Market
- cruising
Day 3 — Highborne Cay
- cruising
Anchor at Highborne Cay Marina
Cruise to Highborne Cay, the gateway to the Exumas. Anchor in the crystal-clear waters and enjoy swimming and snorkelling around the vibrant coral reefs. The cay offers a sense of serene escape from the busier areas.
- restaurants
Freshly caught seafood prepared by your yacht's chef
- experiences
Snorkel the coral gardens near the marina
- experiences
Relax on the pristine beaches
- experiences
Observe marine life in the shallow waters
- cruising
Day 4 — Norman's Cay
- cruising
Anchor at Norman's Pond
Discover Norman's Cay, famous for its sunken plane wreck, a relic from its colourful past. The clear waters here make for excellent snorkelling and a unique underwater exploration. Enjoy the quiet beauty of this less-frequented spot.
- restaurants
Picnic lunch on a secluded beach
- experiences
Snorkel the sunken plane wreck
- experiences
Explore the beautiful beaches of Norman's Pond
- experiences
Paddleboarding in the calm waters
- cruising
Day 5 — Shroud Cay
- cruising
Anchor at Outside the western mouth of the 'river'
Navigate through the intricate mangroves of Shroud Cay, a protected area within the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park. Take the tender through the 'river' to discover pristine tidal creeks and untouched beaches. This is a true natural wonder.
- restaurants
BBQ on the beach, prepared by the crew
- experiences
Tender ride through the Shroud Cay 'river'
- experiences
Walk on the pristine 'Camp Driftwood' beach
- experiences
Observe juvenile marine life in the mangroves
- cruising
Day 6 — Warderick Wells Cay
- cruising
Anchor at Warderick Wells Cay mooring field
Visit the headquarters of the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park at Warderick Wells Cay. Hike to Boo Boo Hill for panoramic views and leave a piece of driftwood with your boat's name. The mooring field is teeming with marine life.
- restaurants
Gourmet dinner on board, enjoying the peaceful surroundings
- experiences
Hike to Boo Boo Hill for panoramic views
- experiences
Snorkel the vibrant reefs around the mooring field
- experiences
Visit the park's visitor centre
- cruising
Day 7 — Staniel Cay
- cruising
Anchor at Staniel Cay Yacht Club Marina or nearby anchorage
Head south to Staniel Cay, a lively hub in the Exumas. Here you can swim with the famous pigs at Big Major Cay and explore the underwater cave system of Thunderball Grotto. The village offers a taste of local life.
- restaurants
Staniel Cay Yacht Club restaurant (casual Bahamian fare)
- experiences
Swim with the pigs at Big Major Cay
- experiences
Snorkel Thunderball Grotto (featured in James Bond films)
- experiences
Visit the Staniel Cay Yacht Club
- cruising
Day 8 — Allen's Cay & Return to Nassau
- cruising
Anchor at Allen's Cay
On your final day, make a stop at Allen's Cay to visit the endemic Bahamian rock iguanas. Enjoy a final swim before beginning your scenic cruise back towards Nassau, reflecting on your incredible Bahamas yacht charter experience. Disembark in the afternoon.
- restaurants
Farewell brunch onboard prepared by your chef
- experiences
Observe the protected Bahamian rock iguanas
- experiences
Enjoy a last swim in the clear waters
- experiences
Savour a leisurely breakfast on deck
- cruising
Source itinerary: 7-Day Nassau Yacht Charter Itinerary: Exquisite Bahamas Escape (7 days)
Arrival
Which gateway do guests fly into for Great Exuma Yacht Charter?
Shore stay
Where do guests stay the night before boarding?
Villa resort on Emerald Bay, Great Exuma, beside the marina.
Adjacent to Emerald Bay Marina for split resort-and-yacht stays.
- Record: hotel · corroborated
Answered
What we can answer about Great Exuma
Each answer is drawn from a certified record in our knowledge graph, with the evidence and its confidence shown. Where we hold nothing, we say so rather than estimate.
Planning Great Exuma
The questions our records can answer with evidence today.
aviation · verified
Which airport is best for reaching Great Exuma?
Great Exuma is served by Exuma International (GGT) in our graph. Exuma International handles private-jet arrivals.
- Airport: Exuma International (GGT) · verified
ai planning · verified
Where should I spend a week if I start in Great Exuma?
7-Day Nassau Yacht Charter Itinerary: Exquisite Bahamas Escape runs 7 days from Great Exuma, calling at Nassau, New Providence, Highborne Cay, Norman's Cay and Shroud Cay.
- Itinerary: 7-Day Nassau Yacht Charter Itinerary: Exquisite Bahamas Escape · verified
aviation · verified
Can I arrive by private jet for a charter in Great Exuma?
Exuma International (GGT) is recorded as jet-capable for Great Exuma. Slots, handling and FBO availability are confirmed by the operator, not by us.
- Jet capable: Exuma International (GGT) · verified
destination planning · verified
How many days should I plan for a charter in Great Exuma?
Our published route 7-Day Nassau Yacht Charter Itinerary: Exquisite Bahamas Escape runs 7 days across 7 stops, which is the duration we can evidence for Great Exuma.
- Itinerary: 7-Day Nassau Yacht Charter Itinerary: Exquisite Bahamas Escape · 7 days · verified
luxury lifestyle · corroborated
Where should I stay in Great Exuma before boarding?
Grand Isle Resort & Spa are the shore-stay records we hold for Great Exuma.
- Hotel: Grand Isle Resort & Spa · corroborated
destination planning · indicative
When is the best time to charter in Great Exuma?
The dated activity we hold for Great Exuma falls in April, driven by National Family Island Regatta. We do not forecast weather or sea state.
- Event: National Family Island Regatta · April · indicative
events · indicative
Which events are worth planning a charter around in Great Exuma?
National Family Island Regatta (April) are on record for Great Exuma. Event-week berths book far ahead; we do not hold berth availability.
- Event: National Family Island Regatta · indicative
destination planning · verified
Is Great Exuma better for a weekend or a full week?
The route we publish for Great Exuma is 7 days, so a full week uses the cruising ground as documented; a weekend covers only the first stops.
- Itinerary length: 7 days · verified
events · indicative
When is National Family Island Regatta in Great Exuma?
National Family Island Regatta is recorded in April (Regatta). Exact dates are set by the organiser.
- Event month: National Family Island Regatta · April · indicative
Arrival
Arriving in Great Exuma
Gateways, transfer times and the door-to-deck plan — mapped against the berths you would actually use.
Great Exuma on the map
Marinas, arrival gateways, stays, dining and family options — toggle the layers you care about.
Airports, FBOs and arrival options
Exuma International (GGT)
- City
- George Town
- Private-jet capable
- Yes
FBOs: Exuma International ground handling (handler)
From private jet to private yacht
Door-to-deck planning with our aviation partner Limitless Sky. Times and prices are indicative, never a quote.
Composing the journey…
Ashore
Ashore in Great Exuma
Where our clients stay, eat and spend their days off the yacht — each entry held as a verified record, not a listing.
Hotels and resorts
Adjacent to Emerald Bay Marina for split resort-and-yacht stays.