Captain
Sylvain Dumais

Member since January 2025 Nassau, Bahamas
Background
With over 26 years of maritime experience, I’ve been fortunate to turn my passion for the sea into a lifelong journey. My adventures have taken me from the stunning St. Lawrence River to the vast horizons of the North Atlantic, Caribbean, Pacific, and Mediterranean seas. As an officer and harbor master at CVSYC and a proud member of SLVYRA, I’ve honed both technical skills and leadership abilities. I’m a graduate of the Quebec Maritime Institute, hold a CYA skipper's license, and am a certified instructor with Voile Quebec. Over the years, I’ve gained hands-on experience in many areas of navigation, from competing in regattas to managing offshore deliveries, along with diesel mechanics and rigging. Whether it’s a sailboat or motor vessel, I enjoy sharing my knowledge and helping others grow their confidence on the water. I approach every voyage as a chance to share the joy of sailing and help others discover the magic of the sea.
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Hey, I'm Captain Sylvain Dumais

Nassau, Bahamas
Background
With over 26 years of maritime experience, I’ve been fortunate to turn my passion for the sea into a lifelong journey. My adventures have taken me from the stunning St. Lawrence River to the vast horizons of the North Atlantic, Caribbean, Pacific, and Mediterranean seas. As an officer and harbor master at CVSYC and a proud member of SLVYRA, I’ve honed both technical skills and leadership abilities. I’m a graduate of the Quebec Maritime Institute, hold a CYA skipper's license, and am a certified instructor with Voile Quebec. Over the years, I’ve gained hands-on experience in many areas of navigation, from competing in regattas to managing offshore deliveries, along with diesel mechanics and rigging. Whether it’s a sailboat or motor vessel, I enjoy sharing my knowledge and helping others grow their confidence on the water. I approach every voyage as a chance to share the joy of sailing and help others discover the magic of the sea.
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Gabrielle A.
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My Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(11 reviews)
Nassau
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 11 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (4)
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Fishing with Sylvain
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Appropriate for children
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Went on intended activity
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Daisy H.
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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Amazing day out with Captain Sly and Gabi.

VERIFIED   6H - Sailing Adventure on March 9, 2025
Our group of 12 had the most incredible experience aboard Turkish Delight with Captain Sly and Mate Gabi! From start to finish,...
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing day on unique sailboat

6H - Sips & Wine Sailing Adventure on January 17, 2025
My wife and I booked this as part of our Bahamas vacation, and it was hands-down the highlight of our trip. The boat is gorgeous,...
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Sylvain

6H - Sips & Wine Sailing Adventure on January 6, 2025
We were a big family group, and I have to say, the food was AMAZING. We went with the all-inclusive option, and it was so worth...
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Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Awesome trip on pirate boat!

6H - Sips & Wine Sailing Adventure on January 11, 2025
If youโ€™re thinking about booking Turkish Delight, DO IT! The boat is stunning, and the whole experience felt like a dream....
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Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Best crew EVER!!!!

6H - Sips & Wine Sailing Adventure on January 19, 2025
Sylvain and Gabrielle were THE BEST. They made our day so fun and stress-free. The boat itself is really nice, big, comfy,...
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