Compass Cay is a private island in the Exuma Cays, surrounded by the Exuma Land and Sea Park and known for the nurse sharks that congregate at its marina dock, the tidal pools that drain to clear reefs, and its position mid-chain between Warderick Wells and Staniel Cay. Christensen Shipyards built fibreglass composite motor yachts in Vancouver, Washington, producing vessels from 50 to 60 metres that prioritised structural quality, comfortable interior volumes and efficient fuel consumption over headline performance figures.
Christensen Shipyards yachts in the charter fleet carry five to seven guest cabins, crews of ten to twelve, and layouts designed for relaxed extended cruising. The fibreglass composite hulls demand less maintenance than steel equivalents, and the vessels are typically managed by experienced operators who bring them to the Bahamas for the winter season each year.
Weekly charter rates at Compass Cay run from 180,000 to 250,000 euros per week, with an advance provisioning allowance of approximately 30 percent covering fuel, food and marina fees. The Bahamas applies no VAT to charter. These yachts offer strong value within the American-built superyacht segment at this length range.
The Exumas around Compass Cay provide the best protected cruising water in the northern Caribbean. The Land and Sea Park runs north through Shroud Cay and Warderick Wells to Highborne Cay. South of Compass Cay, Staniel Cay Yacht Club handles fuel and the Thunderball Grotto snorkel site; Big Major Spot has the swimming pigs; Black Point Settlement on Great Guana Cay offers a genuine Bahamian village experience within a short evening passage.
