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
(49 reviews)
Nassau
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trips from US $120

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 49 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Friendly captain
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Appropriate for children
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Gilbert V.
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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Boating with Derlano

VERIFIED   3 Hour – Snorkeling Beach Day (PM) on March 1, 2026
Captain was great! Very nice and kind. Took us to see the turtles, private island, snorkel and more. Great experience!
Gilbert V. recommends Aquanaut Adventures
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Jeffrey A.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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The Real Deal

VERIFIED   3 Hour – Snorkeling Beach Day (AM) on February 21, 2026
Captain Derlano Mcminns is a great guy, a skilled captain and knowledgeable about the area.  The boat trip was really cool.
Jeffrey A. recommends Aquanaut Adventures
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Mary P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Derlano was awesome!

VERIFIED   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.
Mary P. recommends Aquanaut Adventures
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Joydeep M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Excellent
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Awesome captain

VERIFIED   Sunset Curise on December 23, 2025
very friendly, polite and professional.must try.
Joydeep M. recommends Aquanaut Adventures
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Bianca M.
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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Wonderful day out on the water!

VERIFIED   Special 3 hours trip for Ciao Cucina Nuova on January 17, 2026
Perfect pricing for a private experience!
Bianca M. recommends Aquanaut Adventures
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