Our Location
The Abacos
The sheltered Sea of Abaco lies within the barrier reef system of the Northern Bahamas. Accessible and friendly, the chain of tiny islands is within easy reach of mainland USA, lying less than 160miles east of Florida. In less than one hour you could find yourself aboard a sailboat preparing to embark on your voyage of discovery throughout the Abaco Islands. Numerous airlines will fly you to Marsh Harbour International Airport on Great Abaco Island where your sailing adventure program will commence.
This archipelago of relaxed and cheerful islands is world famous for snorkeling, diving, fishing, sunbathing, endless beaches, and quaint, scenic settlements - most of all you will remember warmth, friendliness and genuine hospitality.
The Bahamas has a temperate climate ranging from 80-90 degrees Fahrenheit (with high humidity in the summer months), to 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter. Nighttime temperatures are generally cooler by 5-7 degrees, however this difference can be much less in summer months. Sea surface temperatures vary between 74F in February and 84F in August. The climate of the Bahamas is directly affected by weather patterns across the United States and the Gulf Stream making it perfect for year-round sailing.
During the summer season daily air temperatures range from around 75F-80F in June to as high as 95F in August. South Easterly trade winds generally provide a constant and predictable 10-15 knots of wind. So, you can expect daily sunshine, high humidity with occasional, brief and scattered showers. Sea temperatures are particularly warm during the summer at around the low to middle 80’s.
During our winter season, between December and January, temperatures tend to remain between 75F and 85F with very little chance of rain. The wind is typically ideal for sailing at an average of around 15 knots and a great aspect of our winter season trips is the absence of bugs! Sea temperatures remain around the high 70’s so it is perfect for snorkeling and swimming.
During spring season air temperatures tend to remain around 70F-75F and the area can be subject to occasional cold fronts and sometimes even a little rain! Sailing winds can vary between 10-15 knots and up to an exciting 20-25 knots during frontal passages, although the sun usually shines every day. Sea temperatures are typically in the low 70’s and can dip into the high 60’s, which is still good for swimming and snorkeling but not quite as warm as winter or summer.
Officially, the hurricane season begins on June 1st and ends on November 30th!
