Benetti, the Viareggio yard with origins in the 1870s, is the most prolific builder of large motor yachts in the world. The yard produces steel and fibreglass vessels from 30 to well over 100 metres across its Class, Tradition, Custom and Delfino series. Sixteen Benetti charter yachts available for the Abacos make this yard the largest single contributor to the destination fleet, offering guests a choice spanning interior styles from traditional Italian to contemporary minimalist, and lengths from 45 to over 85 metres. In the Abacos, Benetti hull forms handle the transition from the protected Sea of Abaco to the Atlantic-facing outer reef passages with the reliability that comes from long production experience and conservative engineering. The barrier reef of the Abacos shelters a 130-kilometre inland passage from Marsh Harbour north to Walkers Cay, with reef cuts at Lynyard Cay, Tilloo, Man-O-War and Whale Cay providing access to the outer ocean for tender dives without exposing the main yacht to open Atlantic conditions. Benetti charter yachts in this fleet range carry 10 to 22 crew, with interior service standards that reflect the Italian tradition of hospitality in a private home rather than a hotel. Most Benetti charter yachts include a full watertoy package: jet skis, paddleboards, a towable tender and snorkelling kit at minimum. The Abacos season for this fleet runs November through June, with the strongest demand in March and April.
