June 23rd - June 30th, 2024
The Abacos are known as a yachter’s paradise! Located in the northern Bahamas, east of southern Florida, the Abacos are ideal for boating and sailing. Great Abaco’s coastline is scalloped with bays, coves, and protected harbors that feature full-service marinas and resorts. The large island also acts like a mainland, with a long string of barrier islands lying off its east coast. In between is the Sea of Abaco, a brilliant-blue body of water that’s shallow and protected but still large enough to offer miles and miles of sailing and exploring fun.
Originating at Green Turtle Cay, the tradition started amongst a few friends and grew to an annual "Around the Turtle" race for locals and visiting yachtsmen. The friendly folks on the cay would then host a big party for everyone to enjoy. The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism later extended it to a multi-day challenge, including additional locations in Abaco. The last Regatta Time in Abaco was in 2019, just before Hurricane Dorian caused horrible destruction to much of the area.
Reborn in 2023 as Regattas in The Abacos, the event returned with great success while sailing was proclaimed the Bahamas National Sport. Mark your calendars to join us for another fantastic racing tour of the Abacos this summer. With older rum, faster boats, and younger spirits, we eagerly anticipate this year's regatta, which will double in size.
Contact us at info@regattasintheabacos.com or 242.359.6046.
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