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We are located at Great Abaco Beach Resort (Boat Harbour Marina) in Marsh Harbour. We offer bareboat charters with excellent service and local knowledge so that you get the most out of cruising the Abacos. In addition to bareboat charters we also offer a unique concept of “Captained by Day, Bareboat by night” SM. Your Captain is on board to guide you through the crystal waters by day, stopping to snorkel and enjoy the beautiful beaches, and then leaves you safely moored in a settlement or secluded cove each evening, every night in a different location. This is the best of both worlds of chartering. We also offer day sails with stops at the underwater parks to snorkel, island hop and sight see – a great day on the water! All of our boats are outfitted with solar panels, have well equipped galleys and each is individually decorated to make you feel like you’re at home on a private yacht. All boats carry RIB inflatable dinghies with well maintained outboards and we stand by 24/7 on VHF for local knowledge, emergencies or operational information whenever you may need to reach us. Let us do all the work for you!
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See what our guests are saying
Best service and location ever!!!!! I have sailed in many locations and I have to say that the Abaco island chain is by far the most superior. It reminds me of the British Virgin Islands 20 years ago. I love the BVI but I found...read moreI have sailed in many locations and I have to say that the Abaco island chain is by far the most superior. It reminds me of the British Virgin Islands 20 years ago. I love the BVI but I found this area to be an excellent, pristine area in which to sail. Indeed, I hate to admit it but I think the Abacos are better. All sailing is line of sight and every island has a quaint and very quiet anchorage (many with grocery and liquor stores). We chartered the Jeanneau 44 and I have to say that it was the most well-equipped boat that I have ever chartered in both exterior and interior. The service from Cruise Abaco was stellar. Mark, the owner, was extremely helpful, friendly, and most importantly flexible. Joe, our sailing coach, was extremely skilled, witty, and friendly. There are no adjectives to describe how well this company is managed. We thoroughly enjoyed our December trip and will be back many times in the future. Gail and Familyread less
Oysterfam
3/26/2018
Top Notch! These guys have it together, we spent 7 days on Catamaran "Lucky Cat" as a Bareboat. We wish we had double that time! The boat was over-the-top nice, very well equipped and sailed like a dream. We had two kids...read moreThese guys have it together, we spent 7 days on Catamaran "Lucky Cat" as a Bareboat. We wish we had double that time! The boat was over-the-top nice, very well equipped and sailed like a dream. We had two kids (5,7) and they loved every second of it. Cruise Abaco were great at helping give a suggested itinerary and always there to answer questions, Captain Dave was very helpful during check out and helped us get comfortable with the boat. Mark the owner checked on us several times and gave us tips and offered to take trash and Bonnie was great with questions pre-trip. We have nothing but fantastic things to say about Cruise Abaco and sailing in the Abacos. The only negative I can think of was the cost of groceries, Maxwells had everything you could ever need but just be prepared to pay for it. I understand why with having to get everything to the island, it was just something that caught us off guard. We brought one small suitcase with small things like sauces, spices, ziplock etc and taht saved us quite a bit vs buying there.read less
Andrew D
4/12/2019
We had a fabulous week on a beautiful boat. Customer service was great with an issue that arose ...very quick and professional group.
Mark, you made this one of the most relaxing weeks ever. Cannot wait to do...read moreWe had a fabulous week on a beautiful boat. Customer service was great with an issue that arose ...very quick and professional group.
Mark, you made this one of the most relaxing weeks ever. Cannot wait to do it again.read less
Molly Crawford Ream
7/31/2019
Best Bareboat Charter Ever! We got back in June from a week on one of Cruise Abaco's Fountain Pajot Lucia 40's and had an amazing time. The boat was in impeccable condition, the staff was friendly, helpful, and the Abacos are just plain...read moreWe got back in June from a week on one of Cruise Abaco's Fountain Pajot Lucia 40's and had an amazing time. The boat was in impeccable condition, the staff was friendly, helpful, and the Abacos are just plain beautiful.
In the past, we sailed the BVIs and USVI and have always had enjoyable trips. But this one was over the top. The Abacos are a bit quieter than the BVI, much less crowded, and the water is even more beautiful.
The boat we were own (Escape Plan) was well equipped. The kitchen had so many more utensils, pots, & pans etc. that made it feel like we were cooking at home, which has never been the case with the big boat companies.
The biggest difference we saw was that this boat was truly owned by a family and they are a family that enjoy using the boat. We've got friends who "own" cats through the big boat companies but have never sailed on their actual boat. The boat we had was equipped like you would outfit the boat if it were your live aboard. There was a TV with DVDs (that we never used), board games (we did play), local island guides, and even a note from the owners with their recommendations on where they like to visit, dine, favorite items on the menus, and so much more.
The owner Mark passed us one day in a motor boat. He circled back to check in to see if all was going well, to see if he could take any garbage back to the base or make recommendations on where to spend the night.
Overall, it was an incredibly relaxing and enjoyable family vacation, in beautiful water, on a pristine boat.
BTW- we had heard mixed reviews on cellular service in the Abacos. We were not planning to turn on our phones but found that Verizon worked well just about everywhere.read less
slytravel1959
7/08/2018
First time chartering a boat This was my first time chartering a boat as a skipper. I glad I did it with Cruise Abaco! These guys are amazing. I learn in one day from our captain Raymond more than in months of training before. There...read moreThis was my first time chartering a boat as a skipper. I glad I did it with Cruise Abaco! These guys are amazing. I learn in one day from our captain Raymond more than in months of training before. There were so many small favors which make you feel like a family. We lost luggage and guys delivered it next day to another Harbour. Mark, the owner, guided us personally to the best anchor spot etc. No need to mention that our boat was in perfect condition and Abaco is the safest ground on earth for novice captains. Definitely will repeat the trip because it is so much more to see in the beautiful Abaco! Moreread less
AndrewN17
1/01/1970
Perfect! Just returned from a 7-day “captain-by-day” charter with Cruise Abaco, and could not be more pleased with our experience. The boat (a 35’ monohull) was clean, well-maintained, and comfortable. Our captain, “Capt. Dave”, was not only extremely knowledgeable...read moreJust returned from a 7-day “captain-by-day” charter with Cruise Abaco, and could not be more pleased with our experience. The boat (a 35’ monohull) was clean, well-maintained, and comfortable. Our captain, “Capt. Dave”, was not only extremely knowledgeable about all things nautical, but also personable, fun, and easy to be with. He facilitated and oversaw ASA 103 and 104 certifications for my husband (who, he would like me to add, was a ‘stellar student’!), and made major (and much needed!) improvements to my own sailing skills and knowledge. Captain Dave was equally helpful on land, showing us around each of the islands we visited, and providing recommendations for snorkeling, dining, shopping, etc., making our trip a ‘win’ in every way!read less
EdithAnn56
4/30/2019
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Best service and location ever!!!!! I have sailed in many locations and I have to say that the Abaco island chain is by far the most superior. It reminds me of the British Virgin Islands 20 years ago. I love the BVI but I found... read more 
We had a fabulous week on a beautiful boat. Customer service was great with an issue that arose ...very quick and professional group. 
