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
(29 reviews)
Nassau
 Last booking: 5 hours ago
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trips from US $120

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 29 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Mary P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Derlano was awesome!

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour – Snorkeling Beach Day (PM) on February 14, 2026
Highly recommend Derlano. He was courteous and helpful. He provided us with just the experience we were looking for.
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Rex R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip with Capt Lano!

VERIFIED   4 Hour – Snorkeling Beach Day (PM) on December 25, 2025
Our family had a great day thanks to Captain Lano. The 4 hr snorkel trip was a blast- we visited multiple reefs, swam with...
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Katy F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing trip!

VERIFIED   4 Hour – Snorkeling Beach Day (AM) on April 21, 2025
I would highly recommend Derlano from Aquanaut Adventures. He communicated well from the moment I booked until the very end...
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Kierstin I.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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I’m on a boat!

VERIFIED   4 Hour – Snorkeling Beach Day (PM) on November 24, 2025
Captain Derlano was a great host! We learned about Nassau and had the most relaxing day. Boat was comfortable and water was...
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Marijana H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Day cruise

VERIFIED   4 Hour – Snorkeling Beach Day (PM) on August 6, 2025
We booked a day cruise with Captain Lano and he did not disappoint! He was quick to respond and made sure our boys (6 and 12...
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