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All Star Aqua Cat Yacht Charters
Luxury Yacht Charters in the Bahamas
Experience the best of the Bahamas aboard All Star Aqua Cat, our award-winning 102-foot luxury yacht. Cruise through the breathtaking Exuma Cays and Eleuthera, where crystal-clear water, secluded beaches, colorful coral reefs and unforgettable wildlife encounters create the ultimate island escape.
All Star Aqua Cat offers the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation, whether you’re planning a private yacht charter for family and friends or traveling on your own. Spend your days diving world-class reefs, snorkeling pristine waters, kayaking through mangrove channels, exploring uninhabited islands, or simply soaking in the Caribbean sunshine from one of the yacht’s spacious decks.
Vessel Highlights
- 102-foot luxury tri-level vessel
- Accommodates up to 22 guests
- 11 spacious air-conditioned staterooms/cabins each with private ensuite bathrooms
- Professional captain, chef, watersports staff, and experienced crew
- Award-winning service and hospitality
- Expansive sundeck with lounging areas
- Indoor salon and comfortable dining room
- Large dive deck with easy water access
- Chef-prepared meals throughout your charter
- Perfect for families, friends, dive groups, corporate and incentive retreats and special celebrations
Private Yacht Charter
Reserve the entire vessel. Aboard All Star Aqua Cat enjoy the freedom to create a personalized Bahamas vacation. Our staff and onboard crew will work with you to create an unforgettable experience tailored to your interests. Let us know if you desire to spend more time diving, snorkeling secluded reefs, exploring deserted islands, relaxing on white sand beaches or celebrating a special occasion, Private charters are ideal for:
- Destination weddings
- Dive clubs
- Corporate and incentive retreats
- Family and friend groups
- Photography expeditions
- Milestone celebrations
Join an Existing Departure
Traveling solo, as a couple, or with a small group? All Star Aqua Cat welcomes individual guests aboard scheduled departures.
Unlike many private charter yachts, you don’t need to reserve the entire vessel to experience everything All Star Aqua Cat has to offer. Guests can join scheduled trips and enjoy a full itinerary that includes daily island excursions, snorkeling opportunities, beach visits, water sports, exceptional dining and the same attentive service as our private charter guests. While the itinerary follows the scheduled route, you’ll still experience the very best of the Exuma Cays without being responsible for planning, organizing and chartering the entire yacht.
Accommodations
All Star Aqua Cat features 11 spacious staterooms/cabins, each thoughtfully designed to provide a comfortable retreat after a day of exploring the islands or playing in the water.
Every cabin includes:
With accommodations for up to 22 guests, All Star Aqua Cat offers the perfect balance of privacy and social spaces throughout the yacht.
- Private ensuite bathroom
- Individually controlled air conditioning
- Comfortable bedding
- Storage for personal belongings
- Daily housekeeping
- Fresh towels and linens
- Mini-fridge
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
Designed with You in Mind
The All Star Aqua Cat was designed specifically for scuba divers and adventure travelers.
- 900-sq. ft. dive deck with individually assigned dive stations and storage
- 11 large main deck staterooms/cabins with king, queen and oversized twin beds and private baths.
- Beds, bunks and pulldowns – flexibility for singles
- Main salon with dining/living room areas and an alfresco deck
- Upper deck with sundeck and bar
All diving is done directly from the All Star Aqua Cat. The Sea Dog, a 28-foot jet drive boat, is perfect for shore excursions. Two dinghies are also available for diving safety.
Non-divers can enjoy our land excursions and water-based eco adventures as well as relax, read and sunbathe. Do as much or as little as you like!
Dining
Your yacht adventure includes three meals a day – breakfast, lunch and dinner – plus snacks. Each is prepared on board by our chef and highlights American and Bahamian cuisine. For the convenience and flexibility of guests, buffet service is featured for breakfast, lunch and most dinners. The most formal event is a casual sit-down dinner one evening, where guests can choose from one of several entrees and wine selections.
If you have special dietary needs or restrictions, please note them on the Trip Application form. With advance notice, our chef can prepare special menus, such as vegan, vegetarian or gluten-free, etc.
Beverage selections at our bar include juices, bottled water, soda, rum drinks, vodka, beer and wine.
Activities
Diving & Snorkeling
The Exuma Cays are home to some of the Caribbean’s most spectacular underwater scenery, offering incredible visibility, healthy coral reefs, dramatic walls, blue holes and fascinating marine life. Guests can enjoy:
- World-class scuba diving
- Guided snorkeling
- Vibrant coral reefs
- Wall dives
- Drift dives
- Shark encounters
- The Lost Blue Hole
- Wreck diving
- Night dives
Dive Sites
Whether you’re a certified diver or simply want to snorkel crystal-clear reefs, All Star Aqua Cat offers unforgettable experiences for every comfort level.
For those interested in learning how to dive, we offer a Discover Scuba Diving course. Divers looking to become certified or enhance their skills, sign up for our Open Water certifications and speciality courses.Â
- Lost Blue Hole
- Periwinkle Reef
- Amberjack Reef
- Austin Smith Wreck
- Cathedral
- Jeep Reef
- Pillar Wall
- Washing Machine, a favorite among divers
- Tail Wall
- Hole in the Wall
- Jakes Hole
- Monolith Wall
Water Toys
When you’re not blowing bubbles beneath the surface, there’s still plenty of adventure waiting. Activities may include:
- Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP)
- Kayaking
- Snorkel boarding
- Tubing
- Swimming
- Rope Swinging
Island Excursions
Every charter includes opportunities to explore the natural beauty and culture of the Bahamas. Possible excursions:
- Relax on pristine white sand beaches
- Explore secluded sandbars only accessible by boat
- Visit the famous Swimming Pigs of the Exuma Cays
- Encounter the Bahamian rock iguanas at Allen’s Cay
- Hike and explore Warderick Wells Land & Sea Park, including its visitor center, scenic trails and spectacular beaches
- Swim with the friendly nurse sharks at Compass Cay
- Snorkel the legendary Thunderball Grotto, featured in the James Bond films
- Guided beach walks on remote islands
- Nature hikes with breathtaking island vistas
- Sunset beach gatherings with cocktails
Wildlife Encounters
The Exuma Cays are one of the oldest land and sea parks in the world offering incredible opportunities to encounter wildlife both above and below the water. You may see:
- Sea turtles
- Southern stingrays
- Nurse sharks
- Reef sharks
- Dolphins
- Colorful tropical fish
- Eagle rays
- Bahamian rock iguanas
- The famous swimming pigs
- Birdwatching opportunities: banaquits, Bahama woodstar or hummingbird , Wilson’s plovers, Audubon’s shearwaters and other native and migratory seabirds
Sample Bahamas Charter Itinerary
Saturday – Welcome Aboard
Board All Star Aqua Cat in Nassau and settle into your stateroom/cabin. Meet the captain and crew, enjoy your first chef-prepared dinner onboard, and take in the sunset from the sundeck. All Star Aqua Cat remains in Nassau overnight before departing for the Exuma Cays early Sunday morning.
Sunday – Reefs & Island Relaxation
Begin your adventure with world-class diving or snorkeling amid texture-rich coral reefs. Spend the afternoon paddleboarding through crystal-clear waters or relaxing on a secluded white sand beach before returning to the yacht for another exceptional dinner.
Monday – Allen’s Cay
Visit Allen’s Cay, home to the indigenous Bahamian rock iguanas. Observe these unique reptiles in their natural habitat, spot colorful banaquits, snorkel from the beach and enjoy the crystal-clear waters before an evening sunset cruise.
Tuesday – Warderick Wells National Park
Explore the heart of the Exuma Cays Land & Sea Park with a visit to the Warderick Wells Headquarters. Hike to the famous Boo Boo Hill for panoramic views, explore the blowholes and then snorkel an airplane wreck before returning to All Star Aqua Cat for sunset cocktails on deck.
Wednesday – Shroud Cay
Dive dramatic walls and thriving coral reefs before exploring the winding mangrove channels of Shroud Cay, also known as Camp Driftwood, by kayak or paddleboard. Spend the afternoon swimming, relaxing onboard or soaking up the incredible scenery.
Thursday – Bahamas Icons
Visit the famous Swimming Pigs or explore another remote island depending on your itinerary. Enjoy stand-up paddleboarding, beach games or simply relax on a pristine stretch of sand before returning to All Star Aqua Cat for a sunset cocktail party on the sundeck. The evening concludes with the Captain’s Dinner, featuring a spectacular surf and turf feast prepared by the chef.
Friday – One Last Adventure
After breakfast, All Star Aqua Cat begins the journey back toward Nassau. Along the way, we stop at the Lost Blue Hole for one final dive or snorkel, where a resident loggerhead sea turtle is often spotted. Return to Nassau for your final evening onboard during the traditional port night. Join the crew for a farewell cocktail party on the sundeck, or venture ashore to experience one of Nassau’s many outstanding local restaurants.
Saturday – Farewell
Enjoy one last breakfast aboard before saying goodbye to the captain, crew and your fellow guests. Depart with unforgettable memories of your Bahamas adventure and plans to return again soon.
Private charter itineraries are fully customizable and may be adjusted based on your group’s interests, weather conditions, sea conditions and seasonal opportunities.
Trip Information
2026 Rates
$3,395.00 per person ocean view double occupancy
$2,895.00 per person stateroom/cabin 11 skylight double occupancy
$2,995.00 per person ocean view triple occupancyÂ
$2,795.00 per person ocean view quad occupancy
Booking Single? We will pair you with another guest of the same gender.Â
Single supplement fee for those who wish to have a private stateroom/cabin is a 65% surcharge on the rate, fuel surcharge and port fee.Â
FEES*
2026Â Â $395.00 per person (VAT, Bahamas taxes)
*Subject to change
2027 Rates
$3,495.00 per person ocean view double occupancy
$2,995.00 per person stateroom/cabin 11 skylight double occupancy
$3,095.00 per person ocean view triple occupancyÂ
$2,895.00 per person ocean view quad occupancy
Booking Single? We will pair you with another guest of the same gender.Â
Single supplement fee for those who wish to have a private stateroom/cabin is a 65% surcharge on the rate, fuel surcharge and port fee.Â
FEES*
2027Â Â $405.00 per person (VAT, Bahamas taxes)
*Subject to change
Departs From
Nassau, Bahamas (NAS)
Boarding: Â Saturday, 5:30pm
Returns To
Nassau, Bahamas (NAS). Friday afternoon
Disembark: Â Saturday, 9:00am
Airfares
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Included
- Accommodations
- All meals and snacks (except dinner Friday night)
- All beverages (juices, bottled water, soda, rum drinks, vodka, beer and wine)
- All shore excursions
- Kayak and stand-up paddleboard (SUP) instruction
- Tanks and weightbelts
- Complimentary Wi-FiÂ
Not Included
- Dive and snorkel gear (available for rent)
- Dive instruction
- Bahamas taxes and fees
- Crew gratuity (15% recommended)
- Dinner Friday night
- Airfare to Nassau
- Nitrox ($150.00 per person per trip payable on board)
- Transfers to and from the Aqua Cat. This can be arranged for a $20.00 per person transfer fee. Advance purchase required.
Deposits / Payments
Individuals – $1,000.00 per person confirms the space. The balance is due 4 months prior to departure. Bahama taxes and port fees are due with the final payment.
Method of Payment
Mastercard, Visa, Discover, personal check, money order, and wire transfer are all accepted.
Cancellation Policy
Individuals:
- More than 9 months prior to departure, a full refund less a 5% cancellation fee.
- Less than 9 months prior to departure, all payments are forfeited.
If the trip departs full, we will issue a full refund, less 5% cancellation fee.
NOTE:Â Policy for Trip Interruption Due to a Named Storm: A future credit will be offered for any missed days, with no expiration date for using the credit. We understand your busy schedules and the need to plan. There is no refund for cancellations due to weather.
Travel Protection
It is recommended that all passengers purchase travel protection to help protect themselves and their trip investment. It is also recommended that all divers have diving accident insurance. For more information and to purchase dive and travel insurance, visit the providers below:Â
- Diveassure: For annual combination trip and dive accident insurance.
- Travelex: Travel protection for a single trip. You may choose the ULTIMATE policy and select the optional ADVENTURE COVERAGE upgrade, which waives the policy exclusions for extreme sports such as scuba diving at depths more than 75 feet (23 meters). Purchase of Travelex insurance must be within 21 days of your initial deposit date to be eligible for pre-existing medical condition coverage and certain trip cancellation or interruption reasons.
- Short-term dive insurance policies can be purchased through DAN World.
Bahamas Hotels
Comfort Suites Paradise Island
The Comfort Suites Paradise Island in Nassau, Bahamas, offers affordable accommodations and access to all amenities at the next-door Atlantis Resort and AQUAVENTURE, Marina Village, and Paradise Island Shopping Center. Hotel amenities include free Wi-Fi, breakfast, an on-site restaurant, a lounge, an outdoor pool, a sundeck and a swim-up bar.
Book Now: Comfort Suites
Holiday Inn Express & Suites
Situated in a prime location, the hotel is only 10 miles from the Airport. As a bonus, guests can step out of the front gate and walk across West Bay Street to beautiful Junkanoo Beach. Enjoy complimentary daytime chairs and towel service for hotel guests, along with a vista of the turquoise blue waters. Hotel amenities also include: free breakfast, fitness center, outdoor pool, free wireless Internet and a smoke-free hotel.
Book Now: Holiday Inn Express
Margaritaville Beach Resort
Located in the downtown area of Nassau, the resort is a 5-minute ride to our vessel’s docks and offers an exceptional line-up of amenities – directly on the beach, live entertainment, several outdoor swimming pools, multiple restaurants and dining options, fitness center, bar and lounge, spa, shops, water sports/activities, water park (fee), complimentary Wi-Fi, non-smoking facility, Â Â
Book Now: Margaritaville Beach Resort
FAQs
How do I get to the All Star Aqua Cat dock?
If you would like transfers to or from the airport or if you are extending your stay in the Bahamas, we can assist with ground transportation/transfers. They are $20.00 per leg and a taxi is about $55.00. To arrange or schedule group transfers, click here. The transfers must be booked by the Wednesday prior to your departure. The All Star Aqua Cat departs from Hurricane Hole Marina on Paradise Island.
Please read carefully the information above the form, which explains reservation deadlines and restrictions tied to pick up locations.
Pricing is noted in this form on the bottom left per person, per transfer. Once your vessel is selected, more options display allowing you to select where transfers are needed.
If you book an airport transfer, you will find Mr Wright just outside the airport (by the railing). He will be holding a sign with the boat name on it. If you don’t see Mr. Wright immediately, ask anyone to point him out for you or you can reach him at 242.449.7862. Be sure to double check that you are on the right bus/van! No credit for missed transfers.
Taxis are also available.
PLEASE NOTE: Effective January 14, 2023, the All Star Aqua Cat moved back to Hurricane Hole Marina on Paradise Island.
What time do we disembark Aqua Cat?
The Aqua Cat returns to Nassau the following Friday afternoon. Dinner ashore in Nassau is on your own Friday evening. All passengers must disembark on Saturday by 9:00am. You may leave your bags at the boat if you have a late afternoon flight and are welcome to use the showers and restroom on the dive deck.
What time can we board the Aqua Cat?
For flight planning, boarding is at 5:30pm on Saturday. We offer a welcome orientation, dinner and an important safety briefing immediately afterwards. It is important that you attend this informative meeting! Please plan your flights accordingly. If you are arriving earlier in the day, you may drop bags off at the boat prior to boarding. The Aqua Cat will depart Nassau early Sunday morning for the Exuma Cays – usually before 5:00am.
Will I see sharks while diving on Aqua Cat?
Yes, Caribbean reef sharks and nurse sharks frequent many of our sites. We normally offer 1 shark feed on each trip. This is the perfect time to see sharks up close and in action!
