{"id":31227,"date":"2019-11-26T11:07:03","date_gmt":"2019-11-26T10:07:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dreamyachtcharter.com\/?p=31227"},"modified":"2025-09-15T17:57:15","modified_gmt":"2025-09-15T15:57:15","slug":"a-complete-guide-to-sailing-the-exuma-cays-in-the-bahamas-part-one-all-things-sailing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dreamyachtcharter.com\/gb\/blog\/a-complete-guide-to-sailing-the-exuma-cays-in-the-bahamas-part-one-all-things-sailing\/","title":{"rendered":"A complete guide to sailing the Exuma Cays in the Bahamas: Part one – all things sailing"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you are looking for a yacht charter holiday you won\u2019t forget, head over to the Bahamas, where <\/span>sailing The Exumas<\/span><\/a> will without a doubt be one of the greatest adventures you\u2019ll ever have and our base at <\/span>Palm Cay Marina<\/span><\/a> is perfectly situated to explore the Exuma Cays.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

With so much to see and do, we understand that planning a <\/span>yacht charter in the Exumas<\/span><\/a> can be a daunting task, so to help, we\u2019ve pulled all the key information together we think you need to get on your way, in our complete guide to sailing The Exuma Cays.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why choose The Exumas for a sailing holiday?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Consisting of 365 stunningly beautiful cays, many of which are uninhabited, The Exumas are an archipelago of islands south of Nassau, the capital of The Bahamas. Home to one of the world\u2019s biggest marine parks, the <\/span>Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park<\/span><\/a>, The Exumas are teaming with wild animals and its marine life is plentiful. There are no shortages of things to see and do while on a yacht charter in the Bahamas, where swimming with pigs is just one of the amazing activities that you can enjoy while exploring this paradisiacal island chain.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Absolutely amazing! The crew were so accommodating and did so much for us. The food was incredible! Thanks so much!<\/em><\/p>\nLaura, By the Cabin Customer<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

As well as having a year round warm climate, the islands of Exuma have some of the best beaches in The Bahamas, and savouring a cold cocktail and a conch salad while sunbathing on the pure whites sands is a perfect way to spend a day after sailing to find your perfect spot.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the weather like in the Exuma Cays?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Weather in The Exumas is warm throughout the year, with the hottest month of August seeing temperatures of up to <\/span>29\u00b0C and the coldest in January reaching an average of 21\u00b0C. While August is the hottest month, it is also the wettest, so we recommend visiting in the high eason, between October and April.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are the sailing conditions like in The Exumas?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Exumas are located along the eastern edge of the Grand Bahamas Bank and as such boast calmer waters than neighbouring archipelagos. The water on the inside of the island chain and to the left are calmer and shallower than those to the east, where the open seas are much deeper and the tide is stronger. Because the waters on the inside are much shallower, you\u2019ll likely be required to sail to the east where the winds can be stronger and as such, we recommend that you have adequate sailing experience. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The sailing in The Bahamas is absolutely incredible. With so many cays to explore it really is one of sailing’s golden jewels and the condition are pretty much always on point!<\/em><\/p>\nMartin, Dream Yacht Skipper<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

While it\u2019s not a legal requirement to hold a sailing licence or qualification to sail in The Exumas, we highly recommend that those chartering a yacht on a bareboat basis hold an <\/span>RYA Day Skipper<\/span><\/a> or above.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The best anchorages in the Exuma Cays<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Leaf Cay<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A little further south than you may be planning on sailing, but if you have time, we recommend heading down to Leaf Cay, around 100nm from our base at <\/span>Palm Cay Marina<\/span><\/a>. The private island is owned by none other than Hollywood actor Nicholas Cage and boosts luxurious restaurants, a beautiful beach and delightful locals.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Warderick Well<\/b>s<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to the areas popularity, there are a number of good mooring fields to take advantage of in Warderick Wells. As the area is protected, you\u2019ll have lots to see and do while moored here and its tranquillity is just one of the reasons we recommend visiting here for anchorage.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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