Cat Island is one of the least visited and most striking islands in the Bahamas, a narrow ridge rising to Mount Alvernia, the highest point in the archipelago, and falling away on both sides to pink-tinged beaches and reef-protected bays. Oceanco is a Dutch custom superyacht builder producing some of the most technically ambitious vessels afloat, typically 70 metres and above, each one an individual commission.
Oceanco yachts available in the Bahamas combine Dutch engineering precision with dramatic exterior design, carrying six to ten guest suites, crews of fifteen or more, and amenity lists that include beach clubs, multiple tenders, submarines, and extensive watertoy inventories. They are among the most capable expedition-capable vessels in this size range.
Weekly rates for Oceanco yachts in the Bahamas run from 310,000 to 1,100,000 euros per week, with an advance provisioning allowance of approximately 30 percent on top. These are among the largest yachts on the Caribbean charter market and are priced accordingly. The Bahamas charges no VAT on yacht charter, an important consideration at this budget level.
Cat Island suits an Oceanco charter because its southern anchorages at Hawk’s Nest Marina and Port Howe provide protected overnight stops, while Fernandez Bay on the west coast is calm for beach days and snorkelling. The island’s low visitor numbers mean the yacht will often be alone. Day trips to the Exumas, Long Island, and the Conception Island marine reserve are all within practical reach.
