Eleuthera occupies a special place in the Bahamas , a slender, 180-kilometre island where pink sand beaches face the Atlantic and calm turquoise shallows line the western lee. Delta Marine yachts, built in Seattle from steel and aluminium, are designed precisely for destinations like this: displacement hulls that cover distance efficiently, generous fuel tanks for inter-island passages, and interiors with a warm Pacific Northwest sensibility. The fleet spans roughly 25 to 45 metres, crewed by five to eight professionals. Anchoring off Spanish Wells in the north, you have a working Bahamian fishing village on your doorstep, with crystal-clear water extending in every direction. Further south, Governor’s Harbour provides a sheltered day stop with good provisioning and a long town beach. Hatchet Bay offers the most protected overnight anchorage on the island, tucked into a rocky cove behind a narrow entrance. At the southern tip, Cape Eleuthera marina is a convenient base for exploring the northern Exumas. Charter rates for Delta Marine vessels in this region run from 60,000 to 150,000 euros per week before expenses. The advance provisioning allowance adds around 30 per cent for fuel, food, dock fees and crew gratuity. Peak season falls December through April, when the Bahamas trades are reliable and conditions are settled. Booking through a specialist broker secures preferential positioning, local provisioning contacts and an itinerary tailored to your preferred pace across the island.
