Private Luxury Catamaran Charter in Nassau

The best part of this Nassau outing is control. You get a private Leopard catamaran, a five-hour window on clear Bahamian water, and an itinerary that can lean toward active fun or quiet sailing. Your group does not have to follow a fixed public-tour schedule.

I like the choice between bare-bones and all-inclusive service, since you can pay for only what you need or add food, drinks, and activities. I also like the generous capacity: at up to 15 people, the $4,950 group price can make sense for a family gathering or group of friends.

The main catch is that the price is steep for a small party, and the advertised add-ons are not included. Swimming with the pigs costs $45, while food, snacks, and alcohol cost extra. Good weather is also required.

Key points to know before booking

• A private catamaran for up to 15 people: Your group has the boat to itself, with no strangers sharing the day.
• Five hours from Paradise Island: The outing begins and ends at Paradise Harbour Club & Marina.
• Three main areas to choose from: Crystal Beach and its swimming pigs, Green Cay, and Rose Island each offer a different kind of stop.
• Flexible service levels: Choose basic service or add meals, snacks, alcoholic drinks, and selected activities.
• Water sports can shape the day: Snorkeling, tubing, jet skiing, fishing, and beach time are available options, depending on your plans.
• Weather matters: Poor conditions can lead to a new date or a full refund, but cancellations made within 24 hours are not refundable for other reasons.

A private day on Nassau’s clear water

Clicquot is a Leopard catamaran designed for relaxed cruising rather than simply getting from one point to another. The wide layout gives your group room to spread out, talk, eat, sunbathe, or watch the water without feeling packed into a narrow boat.

You meet at Paradise Harbour Club & Marina on Paradise Island Drive. The boat returns to the same point at the end, which keeps the logistics simple. You receive a mobile ticket, and confirmation arrives when you book.

The captain and crew can tailor the day to your group. You might spend more time swimming and snorkeling, add tubing or jet skiing, go fishing, visit a beach, or keep things easy with a scenic sail and a meal. That flexibility is the reason to book this instead of a standard group cruise.

The experience is offered for about five hours. That sounds generous, but the time goes quickly once you account for sailing between locations, stopping for activities, and eating. If your group wants several water sports plus a long beach visit, tell the operator what matters most before setting out.

Captain Ignacio and the crew received especially warm praise for being friendly and attentive. That personal touch matters on a private charter, where the crew has more room to respond to your group rather than follow a large boat’s fixed routine.

What the $4,950 price really buys you

The listed price is $4,950 for the whole group, with space for up to 15 people. At full capacity, that works out to about $330 per person. For 10 people, it is $495 each, and for a couple or small family, the same group rate becomes much harder to justify.

That calculation is the key to judging the value. This is not a cheap way to get on the water. It is a private-boat experience where you are paying for space, control, and a custom plan.

The value improves when your group is large enough to share the cost. It also improves if you want a private setting for a birthday, family day, reunion, or group of friends who do not want to split up. A smaller group may still find it worthwhile if privacy and flexibility matter more than keeping the price low.

Water, soda, and a licensed guide are included. Alcohol is not. Food, snacks, and added drinks can be arranged for an extra charge, and the service can be kept simple if you prefer to bring your budget toward activities instead.

The two service styles are useful:

• Bare bones: Best if you want the boat, crew, water, and a flexible route without paying for a full catering package.
• All-inclusive or partly catered: Better for groups that want lunch, snacks, or drinks handled in advance.

Ask for a clear total before booking any extras. Swimming with the pigs is listed separately at $45, and the supplied details do not say whether that fee is charged per person or in another way. Confirm the cost for your exact group.

Crystal Beach and the swimming pigs

Crystal Beach is the most distinctive stop for many people because it offers the chance to see the Bahamas’ famous swimming pigs. The catamaran ride across the clear water is part of the appeal, with island views along the way.

The pig visit is optional and costs extra. Admission is not included in the base charter, so you can skip it if your group prefers swimming, snorkeling, or beach time.

This is a good choice for families and first-time visitors who want a memorable Nassau photograph. It is less appealing if your main goal is a quiet day on an uncrowded beach or a long stretch of water time. A pig stop adds a specific attraction to the day, but it also uses part of your five-hour schedule.

The supplied timing gives Crystal Beach about one hour. That is enough for a focused stop, not a leisurely half-day visit. If you want swimming pigs, lunch, snorkeling, and a long stay at Rose Island, ask the crew how the timing will work before you finalize the route.

Green Cay for a scenic two-hour pause

Green Cay is presented as an alternative attraction on the five-hour trip. The route includes a scenic sail over bright aquamarine water, with views of the surrounding islands before you reach the stop.

The planned time here is about two hours. That makes Green Cay a better fit for a group that wants room to swim, relax, and take in the setting without rushing from one activity to the next.

The information provided does not specify a particular admission charge or a detailed set of activities at Green Cay. Admission is listed as free. For that reason, you should ask what your group will do during the stop if you want a specific plan.

I would choose Green Cay for a calmer day. It works well alongside a simple sailing itinerary, especially if your group values water and scenery more than checking off several attractions. It may be less satisfying for anyone expecting a tightly programmed collection of excursions.

Rose Island and its white sand beaches

Rose Island offers the classic beach escape near Nassau: white sand, clear turquoise water, and a break from the busier feel of the main island. The stop is allotted about two hours, giving you time to stretch out rather than make a quick photo stop.

This is the most natural choice for a group that wants to swim, relax, and enjoy the setting at its own pace. You can also pair the beach visit with snorkeling or another water activity if the captain and your schedule allow it.

Rose Island is not presented as a developed attraction with a long list of included facilities. Think of it as a scenic beach stop, not a resort day. Bring your expectations accordingly, and confirm what equipment or activities are part of your chosen plan.

For many groups, Rose Island is likely to be the easiest centerpiece for a five-hour charter. It gives you a clear goal, leaves room for a meal or swim, and does not require the day to revolve around one unusual attraction.

Choosing between activity and relaxation

The range of possible activities is one of Clicquot’s strongest features. You can request snorkeling, tubing, jet skiing, fishing, and island beach exploration. You can also do very little beyond sail, eat, swim, and enjoy the view.

That choice is important because people in the same group often want different things. One person may want to snorkel, another may want a beach, and someone else may be happy sitting in the shade with a soda. A private charter gives the crew a better chance to shape the day around those mixed preferences.

Do not assume that every activity is included in the $4,950. The basic inclusions are bottled water, soda, and a licensed guide. Alcohol, food, snacks, and swimming with the pigs cost extra, and the information does not give a full price list for every water sport.

I suggest deciding on your top two priorities before the boat leaves. A five-hour charter can feel spacious, but it is not endless. If you select too many stops and activities, each one may become brief.

The experience can also work beautifully as a low-key sailing day. The description makes clear that relaxing in comfort is a valid choice. You do not need to fill every minute with a paid add-on to get value from a private catamaran.

Food, drinks, and the practical comfort factor

Water and soda are included, which covers the basics. You can add food and beverages at extra cost, including a lunch option. Alcohol is not included in the base price.

This is worth arranging in advance if your group expects to eat aboard. A meal can turn the charter into a full occasion rather than a simple boat ride, but the cost will rise quickly when you add catering for a large group.

One previous outing included lunch and the swimming pig option, and the conditions were described as especially good, with blue water and pleasant weather. That combination shows how the day can work when the extras are planned ahead: a water activity, food, and plenty of time outdoors.

I would ask these questions before booking:

• What lunch or snack choices are available?
• Is the $45 pig fee per person?
• Which water sports carry separate charges?
• Can alcohol be added, and at what cost?
• How will the five hours be divided among the requested stops?

The crew includes a talented chef according to the experience description, but specific menus are not provided. Do not book assuming a particular meal until the operator confirms it.

Who will get the most from this charter

This outing suits a group that values privacy and wants a say in the schedule. A family with children, a birthday group, a couple of families traveling together, or friends sharing a special day can all make good use of the boat’s capacity.

It is also a strong fit for people who have different ideas about fun. The flexible plan allows some structure without forcing everyone into the same activity at the same time.

You should think twice if you are traveling alone, as a couple, or with only a few people and mainly want an inexpensive swim. The group price does not shrink much for a smaller party. A shared boat trip may offer better value if privacy is not important.

The five-hour length works well for anyone who wants a substantial half-day on the water without giving up the rest of the day. It may feel too short if you want a full-day island outing with several major stops.

Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed. The available information does not provide a detailed accessibility description for the catamaran, beaches, or water activities, so ask the operator about your group’s specific needs.

Timing, meeting point, and weather rules

The meeting point is Paradise Harbour Club & Marina on Paradise Island Drive. If you are coming from Paradise Island, the directions refer to the Paradise Island Bridge and the southbound road. The outing ends back at the marina.

Operating hours are listed daily from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. from August 25, 2024 through December 24, 2026. Your specific start time should be confirmed when you book.

The activity requires good weather. If poor conditions force a cancellation, you can receive a different date or a full refund. That is helpful for a water-based day, since wind and rough conditions can change the experience quickly.

For a normal cancellation, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes within 24 hours are not accepted for a refund. The cut-off uses Nassau local time, so do not wait until the last minute if plans change.

Should you book Clicquot?

Book it if you have a group large enough to share the cost, want the boat to yourselves, and care about setting the pace. The strongest reasons are the private Leopard catamaran, the choice of service level, and the ability to combine sailing with Rose Island, Green Cay, snorkeling, water sports, or the swimming pigs.

I would be especially interested in this charter for a group of 10 to 15 people. At that size, the cost becomes easier to defend, and the private setting can feel far better than a crowded public cruise.

Skip it if your party is small, your budget is tight, or you only want a basic beach transfer. Also skip it if your plans cannot handle a weather-related change.

Before paying, get a written total for lunch, snacks, alcohol, pig admission, and any water sports. If the final price works for your group, this is a flexible and polished way to spend five hours around Nassau, with enough room for both adventure and doing absolutely nothing.

FAQ

How much does the private catamaran charter cost?

The charter costs $4,950 per group, for up to 15 people. The price of added food, alcohol, snacks, and optional activities is extra.

How long is the experience?

The charter lasts approximately five hours. It begins and ends at Paradise Harbour Club & Marina.

What is included in the base price?

Bottled water, soda, and a licensed guide are included. The boat is private for your group.

Is swimming with the pigs included?

No. Swimming with the pigs is optional and listed at $45. Confirm how that fee is calculated for your group before booking.

Which places can the charter visit?

The possible stops include Crystal Beach, Green Cay, and Rose Island. Green Cay and Rose Island are listed as free admission, while the pig activity at Crystal Beach costs extra.

Can the itinerary be customized?

Yes. The experience is described as fully customizable. You can request activities such as snorkeling, tubing, jet skiing, fishing, and beach exploration, or choose to relax and sail.

What happens if the weather is poor or plans change?

If poor weather causes the operator to cancel, you can choose another date or receive a full refund. For other cancellations, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Changes or cancellations within 24 hours are not refundable.