Overmarine, the Italian yard responsible for the Mangusta line of fast motor yachts, builds to a very different specification from the heavy displacement superyachts that dominate the upper charter tier. Mangusta yachts are designed for speed and angular exterior styling, with planing or semi-planing hulls that deliver crossing performance of 30 knots and above from the larger models, and a design aesthetic that prioritises cockpit and deck space. In Bimini, where the 50-nautical-mile crossing from Florida can be covered in under two hours by a fast Mangusta, those characteristics align naturally with the island’s charter culture: arrive quickly, fish the grounds, and use the deck rather than the saloon. Charter-available Overmarine yachts in the Bahamas typically run from around 24 to 45 metres, carrying four to ten guests with crews of two to five. Weekly rates range from approximately 30,000 to 120,000 euros before the advance provisioning allowance of 25 to 30 per cent, covering fuel, food, drinks and marina fees. Fuel consumption at speed is meaningful, and guests should expect a higher-than-average APA on passage-heavy itineraries. Bimini’s compact geography limits the need for high-speed passages once anchored, but the sportfishing grounds at Gun Cay are a short run from the harbour, and the compact Mangusta hull navigates the South Bimini flats with ease. Season runs from October through April.
