Gulf Craft brings a different perspective to superyacht design: founded in the United Arab Emirates and built for demanding tropical conditions from the outset, the yard has developed a range of motor yachts designed for guests who want reliability and comfort in equal measure in warm-water destinations. Acklins and Crooked Island, with their equatorial light, turquoise shallows and complete absence of tourist infrastructure, are exactly the kind of waters a Gulf Craft handles with ease.
Three Gulf Craft yachts operate in Bahamas and Caribbean waters, offering an efficient platform for Bahamian exploration. The yard’s production expertise translates into vessels that are well-maintained, straightforward to crew and reliably equipped for the toys and activities that Bahamian charter guests expect. Tenders reach the flats and reefs quickly, watermakers handle the island distances comfortably.
Charter rates for Gulf Craft yachts in this region typically run from approximately 40,000 to 80,000 euros per week before expenses. The advance provisioning allowance of around thirty percent covers fuel for the inter-island passages, food, drinks, berthing and local fees. Provisioning is best handled in Nassau before the passage south. High season runs December through April.
From Acklins and Crooked Island, a Gulf Craft provides an accessible entry point into what remains one of the least-visited destinations in the Bahamas. Colonel Hill on Crooked Island is the sheltered first base, with local restaurants and a community that sees few charter yachts. Pitts Town Lagoon offers flat-water anchoring for snorkelling and paddleboarding, and the Bight of Acklins provides miles of shallow, warm water perfect for exploring by tender.
