BAHAMAS, EXUMAS - THE ULTIMATE 7 DAY CHARTER ITINERARY - with a MOORINGS CHARTER BOAT

[@secarr09]

This is one of the most informative videos on the Exumas I've seen! And you have a great voice for this, keep em coming!!

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Thanks! And thanks for watching!!

[@nofearifat1]

The narration is ten out of ten. an excellent explanation

[@porterandmjyoung4599]

spent 15 years sailing the bahamas and exumas was the best place for easy and beautiful beach and snorkling time. a bit crowded these days for me but never less than exciting for first timers and maybe even us old salts. excellent presentation.

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Thank you

[@PaulTangen]

Thanks for your video. We went to the Bahamas in February for the first time and followed your recommendations. We had a great time.

[@jidibrai1]

Interested!!! Definitely my absolute dream destination itinerary. Just breath taking views. Beautiful video. Definitely going to research into this for our 30th!

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Thanks for watching! You should go, you won't regret it.

[@javacup912]

Superb video. I've actually ave been waiting for someone to show a video of this kind. I plan to do a similar trip next year, except, on my own monohaul sailboat, though not in 7 days, but months, as I'll go through the Bahamas on my way to the Caribbean and Aruba for retirement. Never had the time and money to charter, but rather decided to save the money and time for when I no longer work full time, and go through each island, and re-registering my boat in the BVI. As for pigs, I grew up in the pig farm, so it'll be a nice memory lane trip. Thank you.

[@alexrodrigues8357]

This is a great video with lots of info. I just did a boat trip to the Exumas and used this video as a guide, so thank you for posting this!!!

[@makaveli8979]

Wow. I love your vid. Been to Nassau with my wife. Now we plan to visit the beautiful Exumas with our little ones! Cheers~

[@RobertSavarese-pr1fn]

Loved the video. I’m the exumas now on our charter. It really helped us establish our itinerary. Unlike the BVI’s the islands are a little further apart so for those of us in slower boats (it was five hours from Nassau to Highbourne) an option is to start in Nassau and end the charter in staniel cay and fly out of there. Sorry to hear about ur boat. Don’t give up. I’m sure u will be out there soon. You have a whole community of friends online cheering u on. Cheers 🍾

[@johnboyf-15vet51]

Just found your channel, I subbed and liked. I got more info from this one video then any other cruising channel on the Bahamas. Excellent video. I have a Grand Banks 42 and am planning a long Bahamas trip in Jan 2023. But until then I am planning on a charter just like the one you are on in this video.

[@MultiCuir]

A big thank you for this beautiful trip very well explained and above all you give us the taste to do it. Thank you so much

[@kellys7703]

such GREAT video, thank you so much for making this. very informative! We just got a catamaran through Dream Yatch and its chartering based at Nassau. my family is going to there to see our boat for the first time next months and do a 7 day sailing tripe. So I was looking for exactly something like this

[@helmsman3838]

Looking to leave from Alabama to head over there 2023 thanks for the tips

[@henryparka3718]

Great video. Informative and very pleasant to watch. Thank you so much.

[@garethwhitehead4938]

love these videos, please don't stop makin em !!!

[@aerialexcursions]

I want to live your boating life! Well done video and very informative!!! Hope to explore the Exumas in the near future. You just gave me more of a reason too!

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

You can do it! We will be exploring the exumas soon! Thanks for watching.

[@gungho6798]

Awesome . Thanks for sharing - Sailing vessel Gung Ho and maxi sailing vessel Wild Justice

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Thank you!!

[@markbaumgartner7259]

You said ask questions so here you go: What size boat did you rent? How many people was in your party? How do you get food, beer and supplies onboard? Do you need a captains license to charter the boat on your own? Paddle board or kayak included? I need info man!! LOL!!! Thanks!!!

[@Seabee2nd]

Loved it! Which if had been longer however, you captured the essence of the islands. Thank you. P & L s/v The Friendly Confines

[@AttySig]

What an excellent and informative video! I plan on spending time in the Exumas this year, and you’ve provided some great ideas. New subscriber here.

[@chrisnorman5873]

Great video as always! We corresponded about the BVI, and thought I would hit you up here with an Exumas question. I'm taking my wife and two other couples in late October for her birthday. We are worried about possible hurricanes, but gonna take the chance anyway. My group is big on snorkeling/diving. Didn't see much of that in your videos, but I've heard that the snorkeling in the Exumas is better than the BVI. Would love to get your take. Thanks!

[@poppetrurazvan3900]

Hi. Plese take out from itinerary tha shark dive. Any expose part of the body can lead to a disastre. Wonderfull presentation.

[@bahamasking2063]

Nice video. I use to live mainland Exuma not on the Exuma Cays. Well put together video.

[@aflypoet]

Just the video i was looking for. Thank you sir

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Welcome 👍

[@ericuppiano7116]

Alan, curious how attentive you are to watching for coral heads from Palm Cay to Allen Cay? Yellow bank looks treacherous but I don’t hear you talk about it. We will be there end Jan on a cat with about 4.5’ draft. Stay well!!

[@djwashx]

3 minutes in I subscribed great great job!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Thank you!!!! And thanks for watching

[@edhazzlerigg8661]

Good Job! Give us more!

[@maedeveaux]

Great presentation. Educated me on my own country!

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Thank You!!!

[@sashawoodard7190]

Hello! This was a great video, thanks. Question for you - we would to use this itinerary as a guide.Here's a trick. we are sharing a cat with my cousin and her family. They have to head back home a day before us (so they are doing 6 nights) and we can do 7. Does it make sense to head all the way back up to Nassau to drop them off and then head back out to do one more night on the boat? I was not sure how far away all the islands were and if this was worth to spend one more night out on the boat after dropping them off. I believe we have to drop off the boat by 10:00am. Maybe we drop of our cousins on the 6th day and then we head back out to the closest island, stay the 7th night and then book it back early in the am, in time to drop off our boat by 10:00am. Thoughts? Thanks for your advice!

[@captsmilinjac]

Great advice! I like the itinerary but wait, halibut?😆

[@chrisanderson4029]

Alan, Great information on the Exumas. I have charter a power cat in the BVI 2018, loved it. Now we are chartering a Moorings 43 in Bahamas, Exumas trip rescheduled May 3rd to the 8th only 5 days. Crew will be my wife, friends and their two teenage children. Any must do . Thanks Chris

[@jocknuke]

Loved your channel!!! I want to do this exact itinerary one day! Keep it going!! 👏👏👏

[@GyroEddy]

Great video. We're planning our power cat trip from Nassau to Exuma Feb 2024. See some bad reviews about Moorings. Any updated info you've heard about? Appreciate any good tips you may have.

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

That company always struggles in the Bahamas. However, it was FAR better the last time I chartered there...about 2 years ago. I recommend you look that boat over multiple times before you shove off! thanks for watching.

[@stevefitchett6193]

You just described 7 days of heaven for me.

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

I hope you get to experience it! Definitely an amazing time. thanks for watching.

[@stevefitchett6193]

@thewanderinghillbilly it's one of my top goals, to sail the bahamas. Videos like yours help keep that inspiration going. Great to see people living their best life and sharing it with the rest of us. Keep enjoying life and I'll keep watching. One day I'll be there to buy you a drink in Norman's cay.

[@davidimhoff1460]

Great video, we’re scheduled for a 7 day trip in January. Damn you have me pumped. Very informative video, I always carry a fly rod… did you run across many bonefish. Probably a dumb question,,,, lots of beautiful flats. Thanks again 👍🏼

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Have a great time and thanks for watching!!

[@chrisanderson4029]

Alan, Great information on the Exumas. I have charter a power cat in the BVI 2018, loved it. Now we are chartering a Moorings 43 in Bahamas, Exumas in February 14th-21st 2022. Crew will be my wife, friends and their two teenage children. Any must do with teenagers while we are there. Thanks Chris

[@speccy88]

Maybe we’ll see you, I’m going there Feb 12th-19th on a charter sailboat

[@juangranados7652]

Thank you so much. Very valuable info. Now. How do I get started. Where to rent the yacht. Can I pilot the thing or best to have a capitán?

[@delanaespinoza]

Thanks for the video! Is it possible for someone to rent a boat and explore the islands by themselves or to the waters get too choppy?

[@caseylewis5784]

I agree with all your stops! This was the BEST trip of my life. Did the nurse shark visit y’all at Waderick? I wanted to be left behind on any of those islands 🥰 next trip is Thailand 🇹🇭 for us! Then BVI after that one 😎 Love your videos so much! Take me back!!!!

[@foggybottombbq1916]

Sure it’s as a common question. Sorry! Do you have a review out of Marsh Harbour and the Acabaco’s?

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

I don’t. Thanks!

[@beckyschenk473]

Love the idea of the Exumas…..just curious… are there places we can stop every day to eat 😃 we don’t want to cook 😉 Any tips wd be greatly appreciated ♥️

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Not really. It’s unlike the BVI. Of a 7 night charter you will have to cook on board at least 2 or 3 nights. Thanks for watching!

[@gungho6798]

Boo Boo Hill name derives from a Missionary Ship that went aground on a reef below in bad stormy weather . The sailing ship sank with all souls aboard. Thus this area is known to be haunted a mariners

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Thanks for the info!!

[@chuckhenry407]

Great informative video thank you. What would be the best months to go with best weather.?

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Well it's warmer in the spring and summer, obviously, but I've been twice in January and it was just fine! It's beautiful any time of year.

[@juliebrady24]

Awesome video!! How much does it cost to do something like that??

[@donaldhare2192]

Well done! Thanks!

[@virtualbown]

Great video. Ty. What kind of tequila do you have going on there? Looks a lot like a Clase Azul bottle. :)

[@CaptainJohn1972]

Love love you videos.....writing this now as we are in Scrub Island in the BVIs (Moorings 52 foot monohull) planning our November Exumas trip...Moorings Power cat charter for the Exumas....but we will be there for 14 days.....any suggestions on what the best places to hit further south as we have an extra week....- John & Julie

[@playinragz8183]

Nice video ! 👍

[@joannasmithers1663]

Hi Alan, great video! where can you pick up provisions in the Exumas after you’ve left Nassau?

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Nowhere! Lol. Highbourne and Staniel have a little provisioning but do the bulk in Nassau! Thanks for watching

[@joannasmithers1663]

@@thewanderinghillbillythanks for the reply. Better get organised then! 😅

[@blairwatkins9565]

Hi Great video, I went to the exumas last year by plane loved it. My wife and I want to go back chartering a boat from Nassau. What size swells would you expect in a typical crossing from Nassau to Exuma's? Is it safe enough to take young children across? Or is the weather quite unpredictable. We are planning to go in late April next year. Thanks in advanced

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

You’ll be fine. Just look at the swell forecast and don’t go if it’s more than 4 feet.

[@vickyzhang2367]

Hi what kind of boat is ideal for this 7day trip? We have 2people here. Thank you

[@Steven-cz5eg]

What boating certification do you need to skipper your own boat.

[@dave9072000]

No captain's license or other formal certification is required from either Moorings or Marine Max. You have to fill out a captain's resume to "prove" that you have sufficient experience, but I've never heard of anyone being denied. If you're new to chartering I recommend going to the BVI's first: It's almost idiot-proof (almost).

[@BellaandAubrey]

Love the videos Alan, with a bit of envy. Planning now for a charter in either BVI or Exumas next year. What would you say is the best time of year to go for either spot - best in terms of weather, wind, temp, crowds, etc. Thanks and keep the vids coming.

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Good question! I’m gonna use this question!! Exumas…least crowed Jan thru March. However weather isn’t ideal and water temp is low 80s and upper 70s. April thru June is best weather but very crowded. BVI…anytime from Jan thru July is great. Good weather and warm water. Gets dicey from august to November cause of hurricane season. Hope that helps!

[@BellaandAubrey]

@@thewanderinghillbilly Thanks for the response, Alan, that's a big help. I think I'll go with the better weather in spite of the crowds. Your videos have been a great help in planning our itinerary. Thanks again!!

[@michaeleavenson2716]

Awesome. Thanks for info

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

You bet!

[@stevenrochford3532]

What radio channel do you use to make reservations?

[@mattdavidson6155]

How much fuel do you burn on a typical 7 day charter?

[@cookingwithcuyandotherfuns6238]

Good video, thank you. You make it sound as if you are captain of the boat.... Is this true or did you have a captain to all the boating as part of charter costs?

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Yes I captained the boat. I took several Boating US courses to qualify as a charter captain. Thanks so much for watching.

[@pauljohnson3691]

What’s the approximate total cost for charter, slips, dining, provisions etc for the week for a family of five? This looks like the perfect getaway vacation but would love to know a ballpark figure.

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

That’s difficult to answer. So many variables. Do you want more room or are you willing to bunk up with others? Do you wanna cook all your meals or eat out every time? Are you sailing or power boating? Sailing…cooking all meals…and penny pinching…6k. Power, eating out….and “going for it”….23k. Somewhere in between

[@rafaeljaramillo6290]

Hi Alan, I am trying to book a chapter for April 22. After I watched your video on the Exumas this is our first choise, unfortunately the boad options for those days are not as good out of Nassau. The gentlement that is assisting us with the booking is providing additional options but is in the Abacos our of Marsh marina. Since this is kind of far away from the Exumas the option is to stay in the Abacos. Is there a big difference on the experience between the Exumas and the Abacos? Do you have a video about the Abacos or a suggested itinerary. Thank you so much for any information you can provide, this is appreciated.

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

I have never been to the Abacos unfortunately so I can’t comment or suggest. I’ve done a a ton of research and have spoken to folks who’ve been and it’s a fabulous experience. Not as many islands to visit as Exumas so that’s a bummer. There is a pig beach! I frankly LOVE the Exumas and would probably always choose them over the Abacos. Sorry know that doesn’t really help but that’s my 2 cents. Thanks for watching the channel!!!!

[@rafaeljaramillo6290]

@@thewanderinghillbilly Thank you so much for the information, this is very helpful and appreciated.

[@creekmore03]

Great video, heading to the exumas at the end of the month.. I think we are going to make the long run south first day and then slowly work our way back north.. I wanted to get your opinion on that? Seems like we should just make for Staniel Cay? Is that a good starting point?Or would you recommend something different.

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

That’s a perfect starting point! All depends on weather. Don’t make your passengers sick if it’s bumpy…not worth the run if they all hate you at the finish! Lol. But yea, that works well.

[@jeffs5603]

Curious what you think the budget should be for a part of seven adults? Boat, dinners, gas and provisions?

[@rjgrimshaw]

Great question!

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

For Exumas….you need a 51 foot Power Cat. 7 days around 18k. That’s all in. Boat, provisions, and fees.

[@brianhay4024]

@@thewanderinghillbilly Was this a bareboat charter or did you have a crew?

[@riss1987xo]

Hey thanks for the info, im leaving for exuma tomorrow, whats the 4 top beaches we should hit? Ty

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Highbourne - Shroud - Compass - Warderick Wells. Enjoy and thanks for watching!!

[@riss1987xo]

@@thewanderinghillbilly thank you so much, Your video is so helpful you’re the best .

[@dry509]

Enjoyed it. What map are you referencing?

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

the app is called BOATING. It's Navionics in an app.

[@dry509]

@@thewanderinghillbilly Thanks.

[@aaron8000]

What time of year do you usually head to the exumas?

[@MrDjDan999]

very well said!

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

thanks for watching!

[@diegomanobanda2313]

how much is it to charter the boat ? and what requirements do you need etc

[@Big_Daddy_Outdoors]

In your opinion, which trip is better? BVI or Exuma?

[@allisoncrawford8550]

I've sailed BVI twice and Seychelles. For my 50th birthday I want to charter from Miami to sail throughout the Bahamas. Is that a viable itinerary?

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Not from Miami….that’s a whole different ballgame.

[@natalieseely1]

How do you get from Nassau airport to palm key marina?

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Just take a cab…. Very easy and quick journey

[@jpt99a1]

Where do you get fuel?

[@josephdisselkamp2586]

Halibut?

[@sylviagaston9453]

Can you provide a link to where I can rent a 7 day charter to do this trip? Its a dream trip on my list for 3 years now and I think its safe to go finally, less restriction for unvaccinated people.

[@brettdowns4000]

What chart software are you using during this video?

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Navionics. Thanks for watching!!

[@gabmairamarchesse9364]

can i work with you

[@anncleghorn349]

Fab u lous

[@thewanderinghillbilly]

Thanks!

[@damdamge]

Mira esos magumbos ;v

[@rod272727]

stop telling people about my happy place

[@peteh8077]

skibidi

[@sunburnedbeachfeet1128]

Can you camp at any of these uninhabited islands?