Cat Island sits in the central Bahamas, long and narrow, with a west coast that faces the shallow bank and an east coast open to the Atlantic. It is quieter than the Exumas and more accessible than the southern islands, making it a strong mid-chain destination for a week-long charter. Westport Yachts builds in Washington state, producing fibreglass composite motor yachts from 40 to 60 metres that balance practical build quality with comfortable interior volumes.
Westport yachts available in the Bahamas typically carry four to six guest cabins, crews of seven to ten, and a layout focused on relaxed cruising rather than performance passage-making. The fibreglass composite construction keeps maintenance costs manageable, and these vessels are consistently well-maintained by the operators who bring them to the Bahamas each winter.
Weekly charter rates for Westport yachts at Cat Island run from 65 to 230,000 euros per week, with an advance provisioning allowance of approximately 30 percent. The Bahamas applies no VAT to yacht charter. Westport represents a mid-market price point within the superyacht segment, typically below equivalent steel or aluminium vessels of the same length.
The Cat Island west coast suits a Westport charter well. Fernandez Bay provides the first and often best anchorage, with the yacht able to set close to the beach in calm conditions. Hawks Nest Marina handles fuel in the south. The reef at Port Howe, Conception Island marine reserve and the shallow east coast beaches by tender complete a week that uses the island well without exceeding the practical passage range.
