Amels, the Vlissingen yard part of the Damen Shipyards Group, has pioneered the standardised-custom superyacht concept with its Limited Editions programme , pre-engineered hull platforms in the 55 to 77 metre range that can be fully customised by the owner within defined structural parameters. The result is a fleet of motor yachts that combine genuine custom finishing with the engineering reliability and build consistency that only a systematic production model can deliver. For a Grand Bahama Island charter, an Amels of 55 to 77 metres finds a harbour capable of handling its size. Port Lucaya Marina on the south coast provides the primary clearance, provisioning and fuel services, with Old Bahama Bay Marina at West End serving vessels arriving directly from Florida. Gold Rock Beach in Lucayan National Park is the standout local excursion, accessible by tender in under 30 minutes from Port Lucaya. UNEXSO’s dive centre at Port Lucaya provides guided sessions at Theo’s Wreck and Ben’s Cave blue hole for divers in the party. The island’s relatively sheltered north coast can be explored on a quieter day, with anchorages that see far less traffic than the south shore marina approaches. Charter rates for Amels yachts in the Bahamas run from approximately 150,000 to 350,000 euros per week before expenses. The advance provisioning allowance adds around 30 per cent for fuel, provisioning, dockage and crew gratuity. December through April is peak Bahamas season. A specialist broker can advise on available Amels vessels and positioning from the Caribbean or US East Coast.
