Step aboard a private 38ft cabin cruiser from Nassau for customizable snorkeling, inshore or deep‑sea fishing, and optional island stops like Rose Island. Perfect for groups up to eight, the charter supplies gear and a local captain to tailor the day to your interests.
Step aboard a private 38ft cabin cruiser from Nassau for customizable snorkeling, inshore or deep‑sea fishing, and optional island stops like Rose Island. Perfect for groups up to eight, the charter supplies gear and a local captain to tailor the day to your interests.
The engine purrs, the harbor light thins, and Nassau’s aquamarine floor opens ahead—salt spray cutting crisp across the foredeck as the 38‑foot cabin cruiser slips past the shipping channel. On a half or full‑day private charter the captain reads the sea and lays a route: shallow reef gardens for snorkelers, bluewater marks for light tackle anglers, or a languid stop at Rose Island’s white sand for a lunch break.
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Operated by Born Free Charters · Nassau, New Providence
The engine purrs, the harbor light thins, and Nassau’s aquamarine floor opens ahead—salt spray cutting crisp across the foredeck as the 38‑foot cabin cruiser slips past the shipping channel. On a half or full‑day private charter the captain reads the sea and lays a route: shallow reef gardens for snorkelers, bluewater marks for light tackle anglers, or a languid stop at Rose Island’s white sand for a lunch break.
The Bahamas sit on an exposed carbonate platform of ancient stromatolites and lime sands; reefs around Nassau are built on these shallow banks and host colorful parrotfish, grouper, and corals worn into sculpted gardens. The islands carry Lucayan and colonial layers — small ruins and plantation histories on New Providence, and modern island culture expressed in beach bars like Footprints on Rose Island.
Expect clear water, patch reefs close to shore, and the possibility of bluewater action farther out. The charter accommodates up to eight guests and includes snorkel and fishing gear, bottled water, and an experienced local captain who knows tide windows and current lines.
Practical guidance: morning departures usually mean calmer seas and better visibility; bring reef‑safe sunscreen, a hat, and a light windbreaker for open water. If you plan to land on Rose Island, bring cash for the landing fee and lunch — the bar and grill are optional. Wear water shoes for rocky beach approaches, consider seasickness medication if you’re sensitive, and confirm cruise ship re‑boarding times when booking. The trip balances easy access to reef snorkeling with legitimate inshore or deep‑sea fishing opportunities for anglers of all levels.
The charter includes a private 38ft cabin cruiser, a local captain/guide, bottled water, snorkel equipment, and fishing gear; lunch and island landing fees are not included.
Up to eight guests can be accommodated on the 38‑foot cabin cruiser for a private trip.
No prior experience is required; the crew provides basic instruction and equipment for both snorkeling and light tackle fishing.
Cruise passengers must provide ship name, docking and re‑boarding times at booking; allow ample time to return to the ship and follow the ship’s disembarkation rules.
Born Free Charters operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.




The engine purrs, the harbor light thins, and Nassau’s aquamarine floor opens ahead—salt spray cutting crisp across the foredeck as the 38‑foot cabin cruiser slips past the shipping channel. On a half or full‑day private charter the captain reads the sea and lays a route: shallow reef gardens for snorkelers, bluewater marks for light tackle anglers, or a languid stop at Rose Island’s white sand for a lunch break.
The engine purrs, the harbor light thins, and Nassau’s aquamarine floor opens ahead—salt spray cutting crisp across the foredeck as the 38‑foot cabin cruiser slips past the shipping channel. On a half or full‑day private charter the captain reads the sea and lays a route: shallow reef gardens for snorkelers, bluewater marks for light tackle anglers, or a languid stop at Rose Island’s white sand for a lunch break.
The Bahamas sit on an exposed carbonate platform of ancient stromatolites and lime sands; reefs around Nassau are built on these shallow banks and host colorful parrotfish, grouper, and corals worn into sculpted gardens. The islands carry Lucayan and colonial layers — small ruins and plantation histories on New Providence, and modern island culture expressed in beach bars like Footprints on Rose Island.
Expect clear water, patch reefs close to shore, and the possibility of bluewater action farther out. The charter accommodates up to eight guests and includes snorkel and fishing gear, bottled water, and an experienced local captain who knows tide windows and current lines.
Practical guidance: morning departures usually mean calmer seas and better visibility; bring reef‑safe sunscreen, a hat, and a light windbreaker for open water. If you plan to land on Rose Island, bring cash for the landing fee and lunch — the bar and grill are optional. Wear water shoes for rocky beach approaches, consider seasickness medication if you’re sensitive, and confirm cruise ship re‑boarding times when booking. The trip balances easy access to reef snorkeling with legitimate inshore or deep‑sea fishing opportunities for anglers of all levels.