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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My Listing

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

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 44 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (48)
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Customer rating
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Customers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
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Kat A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Boat Trip Excellence!

VERIFIED   4 Hour โ€“ Snorkeling Beach Day (PM) on April 16, 2026
Derlano was amazing! very easy to communicate with him/ask questions. picked us up right outside of bahamar, found him no problem....
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Marco M.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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An Unforgettable Half-Day at Rose Island!

VERIFIED   4 Hour โ€“ Snorkeling Beach Day (AM) on August 11, 2025
Our half-day charter trip to Rose Island with Captain Derlano McMinns was simply outstanding from start to finish. From the...
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Joann L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Perfect Day!

VERIFIED   4 Hour โ€“ Snorkeling Beach Day (AM) on September 7, 2025
We had an amazing time with Aquanaut Adventures in the Bahamas! Captain Lano made the whole experience unforgettable - professional,...
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Carissa V.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Trip!

VERIFIED   NEW  Special 4 hour trip for Carissa Salinas on June 2, 2026
We had a great experience! Captain Lano was awesome and provided exceptional service! ย  ย  ย 
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Danielle S.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day on the water

VERIFIED   4 Hour โ€“ Snorkeling Beach Day (AM) on April 10, 2026
Bumpy start to the day but once we were on the water Captain Lano took great care of us. We snorkelled three times, saw turtles...
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