Yacht charters in Bahamas start from $1,645/week across 76 yachts on TripYacht. By boat type: catamarans from $2,107/week; power catamarans from $4,830/week; sailing yachts from $1,645/week. Prices are higher in peak summer months and lower in spring and autumn. All prices on TripYacht are in USD.

The most affordable starting bases in Bahamas are: Nassau, Palm Cay Marina (from $1,645/week), Marsh Harbour, Conch Inn Marina (from $2,709/week), Bahamas, Abacos, Boat Harbour Marina (from $2,849/week). Cheaper bases are often inland or further from the most popular cruising grounds, so check the typical week-one itinerary before deciding.

No formal license is required by Bahamian law, though charter companies require proof of sailing experience is required to bareboat charter in Bahamas. If you don't hold a valid certificate, you can hire a professional skipper through your charter company for around $313/day in Bahamas.

A standard bareboat charter price includes the yacht, safety equipment, life jackets, flares, dinghy, and outboard motor. Not included: fuel, marina fees, provisioning (food and drink), tourist taxes, and optional crew. Many charter companies in Bahamas also offer a welcome package with basic provisions.

Common obligatory extras on yachts in Bahamas include: Essentials pack (~$1,079, charged on 372 yachts); Preparation fee (~$499, charged on 147 yachts); Final cleaning (~$331, charged on 120 yachts); Great Barrier Reef Environmental charge (~$20, charged on 82 yachts); Outboard fuel & Gas (~$40, charged on 81 yachts). Each operator publishes their own extras on the yacht detail page; the figures above are medians across the catalog.

The most common minimum charter in Bahamas is 3 days.

Most yachts in Bahamas start charters on Saturday. Other days may be available on request, especially outside peak season.