Acklins and Crooked Island sit at the quiet end of the Bahamian archipelago, separated from the main island chain by long, reef-fringed passages and protected by the vast Bight of Acklins on their western flank. The reward for making the journey south is privacy measured in miles rather than minutes. Christensen builds a style of motor yacht designed precisely for this kind of cruise: refined American craftsmanship, full-displacement hulls that cross passages without drama, and interiors that reflect the owners who commission them.
Three Christensen yachts operate in Bahamas and Caribbean waters, each a one-off designed to its owner’s brief. The yard’s Vancouver Island production model favours generous beam, wide side decks and a commercial-grade build quality that translates into dependable range and sea-keeping. These are yachts that can depart Nassau in the morning and arrive at a remote Acklins anchorage by afternoon with the crew freshly pressed and cocktails poured.
Charter rates for Christensen yachts in this region typically fall between 60,000 and 130,000 euros per week before expenses. Fuel costs can be significant given the distances involved in southern Bahamian cruising, so the APA of around thirty percent should be planned generously. December through April is high season; late spring offers excellent value.
The cruising grounds here reward vessels with good range and confident crews. Colonel Hill on Crooked Island is the standard first port of call after the passage from Nassau or Georgetown, with a small marina and local hospitality that belies the island’s remoteness. Landrail Point and the north shore of Crooked Island offer excellent reef diving, while the Bight of Acklins shelters dozens of uninhabited cays ideal for anchoring in perfect solitude.
