The Berry Islands combine the best qualities of a Bahamian charter destination without the crowds that now accompany the Exumas and Abacos circuits. Thirty-five miles north-east of Nassau, the chain of cays from Great Harbour Cay to Chub Cay offers some of the best anchorages in the Bahamas for guests who want simplicity, solitude, and natural beauty as the backdrop to a sophisticated yacht charter. Sanlorenzo, the Italian yard at Ameglia producing aluminium and steel motor yachts of contemporary design distinction, brings a different kind of sophistication to this quiet destination. The Sanlorenzo design vocabulary of large glazed surfaces, flowing deck lines, and outdoor areas that merge seamlessly with the interior is well suited to a charter week where the surroundings are largely natural rather than designed. Large sliding doors open the main saloon directly to the Bahamian outdoors, and the beach club at the stern provides direct sea access in water of the remarkable clarity that defines the Berry Islands. With seven Sanlorenzo charter yachts available in the Bahamas region, the fleet spans a useful range of sizes and interior specifications. Weekly charter rates for Sanlorenzo yachts in the Berry Islands run from approximately 85,000 to 240,000 euros. The advance provisioning allowance adds 30 percent for fuel, provisions from Nassau, marina fees, and drinks. Provision thoroughly at Nassau before the passage north-east as the Berry Islands have no significant provisioning facilities. Great Harbour Cay marina is the arrival point and the southern end at Chub Cay provides the diving highlight of the week.
