Join Our Flotilla of Fun
Boaters call it “the best part of summer” – we call it a Bahamas Boating Fling! We invite you to cast off with a group of enthusiastic South Florida boaters for a summertime voyage en masse to one of our beautiful islands. A lead boat charts the course for a flotilla of up to 30 boats, ensuring a stress-free crossing for first-timers and fresh boating thrills for regulars.
It’s As Easy As 1, 2, 3
1. Register & Get Ready
Register for one of six Boating Flings, receive email confirmation, and meet the captains!
2. Roll Call & Depart
Cast off early on the day of departure from Bahia Mar Marina in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
3. Dock & Enjoy
Join us for a complimentary welcome reception and cocktail party, enjoy unique island excursions, and more!
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Have Questions? We’ve Got Answers.
How big does my boat need to be?
The minimum boat length for all flings is 22 feet and we accept a maximum of 30 boats per fling.
How do I pay for the fling?
When registering for your specific fling, you will be prompted to pay.
There is a non-refundable registration fee of $75 per boat, per fling.
Where can I dock my boat?
Each Boating Fling has an island-specific page with information about the host marina and other marinas. The host marina will have a discounted rate for Boating Fling participants, but you are welcome to book at any marina as it is not required to dock at the host marina to participate.
Where should we meet?
All registered participants must depart together.
Departure Point:
Bahia Mar Yachting Center
801 Seabreeze Boulevard
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316
Ph: (800) 755-9558 or (954) 627-6309
Where should we stay?
There are many hotels from which to choose. Each Boating Fling has an island-specific page with information about the host hotel and other accommodations. The host hotel will have a discounted rate for boating fling participants, but you are welcome to book at any hotel as it is not required to stay at the host hotel to participate.
What do I need before casting off?
Here are the required forms that need to be filled out in order to set sail for your fling.
Bahamas Customs Clearance Form
Click here to learn how to get your cruising permit from one of the three available vendors.
Have Additional Questions?
Feel free to reach out to boating@bahamas.com with any questions you may have or contact 954-236-9292 ext. 3014.
