Captain
Derlano Mcminns

Member since January 2025 Nassau, Bahamas
Background
Capt. Derlano McMinns, based in Nassau, brings years of local expertise and a passion for the water aboard his Hurricane SD 236 Deck Boat. Specializing in boat tours, sandbar adventures, and snorkeling trips, Capt. Derlano is dedicated to creating unforgettable experiences exploring the Bahamas’ crystal-clear waters and vibrant marine life.
Techniques
Fishing, Preferably Slow-pitch Jigging, Bottom Fishing & Trolling

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Nassau, Bahamas
Background
Capt. Derlano McMinns, based in Nassau, brings years of local expertise and a passion for the water aboard his Hurricane SD 236 Deck Boat. Specializing in boat tours, sandbar adventures, and snorkeling trips, Capt. Derlano is dedicated to creating unforgettable experiences exploring the Bahamas’ crystal-clear waters and vibrant marine life.
Techniques
Fishing, Preferably Slow-pitch Jigging, Bottom Fishing & Trolling
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Aquanaut Adventures

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(33 reviews)
Nassau
 3 bookings in the past week.
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trips from US $120

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 33 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Brian K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Bahamas Perfection

VERIFIED   3 Hour – Snorkeling Beach Day (AM) on January 18, 2026
I had the pleasure of joining Captain Derlano Mcminns for a three-hour tour, and it truly exceeded all my expectations. From...
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Ryan P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great experience

VERIFIED   NEW  3 Hour – Snorkeling Beach Day (PM) on March 5, 2026
If you are looking for a private boat trip look no further! Derlano was great and made us feel welcome, he listened to our...
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Jon S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Perfect snorkeling adventure!

VERIFIED   90 Minutes Snorkeling & Sightseeing on November 25, 2025
This company was fantastic. They were on time and made sure we had a great time. We wanted to snorkel and we weren’t disappointed....
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Elizabeth L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Book this for a cruise ship excursion

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour – Snorkeling Beach Day (AM) on March 10, 2026
We booked a 4 hour snorkeling boat for family of 4 with Captain Derlano. It was fantastic. We got a private boat tour of millionaires...
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Samantha P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great experience

VERIFIED   4 Hour – Snorkeling Beach Day (AM) on May 31, 2025
Captain Derlano was so nice and went over our planned itinerary before we left the dock, it was everything we discussed. Omar,...
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