Christensen is an American shipyard based in Vancouver, Washington, producing steel and fibreglass motor yachts in the 40 to 55 metre range. The yard is known for high-quality joinery, clean deck lines, and interior finish that competes with European builders at comparable size. It has delivered around 40 yachts since 1982, with a significant portion remaining active on the charter market.
Three Christensen yachts are available for charter in the Bahamas and Caribbean. The models in service range from around 40 to 55 metres, accommodating between eight and twelve guests in four to six cabins. Crew sizes of eight to ten are standard. Deck layouts typically include a generous aft deck, flybridge entertainment area, and swim platform integrated with the beach club. Watersports equipment for Caribbean conditions is typically included.
Weekly charter rates for Christensen yachts in the Bahamas fall broadly between 100,000 and 300,000 euros depending on size and season. The advance provisioning allowance, covering fuel, provisioning, port fees, and crew gratuity, adds approximately 30 percent. Caribbean season peaks December through April. On a fleet of three, availability is constrained and the most popular vessels book out early, particularly in the six weeks around Christmas and New Year.
The southern Bahamas suits a vessel in this size range well. Inagua anchorages are accessible to yachts with moderate draft, and the distances from Nassau, around 400 miles, are within comfortable day-passage range for a 14-knot motor yacht. Inagua rewards guests who want genuine isolation: flamingo watching in the national park, reef diving off the southern tip, and bonefishing in Union Creek without another boat in sight.
