I have been on other liveaboards ... the crew was the best ever ... boat was superior to all others.
Clara Frisch
The Vessel
Designed with You in Mind
The Aqua Cat was specifically designed with scuba divers and adventure travelers in mind.
- 900-sq. ft. dive deck with individually assigned dive stations and storage
- 11 large main deck cabins with king, queen and over-sized twin beds and private baths.
- Beds, bunks and pulldowns – flexibility for singles
- Main salon with dining/living room areas and an alfresco deck
- Upper deck with sundeck and bar
Non-divers can enjoy our land excursions and eco adventures as well as relax, read, and sunbathe. Do as much or as little as you like!
All diving is done right from the Aqua Cat
- The Sea Dog, a 28-foot jet drive boat – perfect for shore excursions and eco adventures
- 2 dinghies for diving safety
Meet Our Crew
jOHN
CAPTAIN
Captain John has enjoyed a long career in the liveaboard world. Originally from Maine, he earned his degree in Accountning Back in 1991, he traveled as a guest aboard our Pirate’s Lady and decided right then and there that this is where he belonged. He relocated from Rhode Island to Miami and began his life on the ocean shortly after. John has worked every liveaboard in the Dancer fleet and knows the Caribbean very well. When not working, he loves to go to Disney World where the customer service is top notch and Mickey never cries.
Ron
CAPTAIN
Joined the company in 1992 when Blackbeard’s was Miami based and completed more than 700 Gulf Stream crossings on scuba charters. Ron opted for a windshield when Aqua Cat was commissioned in 2001 and ran Nassau based Exuma charters for 18 years. Recently retired after 28 years with us, Ron fills in from time to time to have some fun in the Exumas. Ron has a chemistry degree from Texas A&M, holds a 1600 ton Master’s license from the U.S. Coast Guard and is an active 38 year scuba instructor with NAUI and PADI.
Sam
CAPTAIN
Sam started with the company as a dive instructor and worked his way up to captain of the Cat Ppalu. Sam returned as first mate on the Aqua Cat and has earned his captain’s license tonnage to now captain her too. He enjoys hiking, eating healthy and working out.
charles
Engineer
Charles join us from Jamaica and is a skilled engineer who keeps everything running in tip top shape! When not up to his elbows in grease, he enjoys writing poetry. He has traveled throughout Europe, the US and the Caribbean. He loves to sing reggae songs too!
RACHEL
FIRST MATE / DIVE INSTRUCTOR
Rachel joins us from a small Victorian seaside town in England. She has traveled all around the world- from Asia to Australia- and declares nothing beats the warm clear blue waters of the Caribbean. she comes from a seafaring family and is a twin- the better half of the two ;-). She enjoys yoga and aerial fitness in her spare time.
Jasmin
DIVE INSTRUCTOR
Jasmin joins us onboard as a Dive instructor. She grew up down under, in Australia, but most recently has been living in the mountains in Canada. She has travelled the world, and when she’s not diving she loves hiking, skiing, camping, and yoga. Her favorite dive was in the cold waters off western Canada with sea lions- this is because they act like underwater puppies. Fun fact, she can do tricks with her eyebrows!
lauro
CHEF
Lauro joins us freom Queretaro, Mexico where he completed culinary school prior to traveling extensively thru Mexico, South American and the North Americas. He claims to be a nerdy guy who likes to play games and work puzzles with numbers that make you think. His favorite good is a good taco and mole sauce which you may see on board!
DaHIANA
STEWARD
Dihiana hails from Mexico. She has traveled all around Mexico, Canada and the USA since graduating from college with a degree in business. She enjoys photography, music and surfing and when she is home, her favorite pasttime is camping with friends. Her favorite color is green and she loves pasta!
KEATON
DIVE INSTRUCTOR
Keats joins us from the sunny Canary Islands. Originally from the UK he grew up on the island of Lanzarote where he developed a pirate’s passion for the sea. His travels have taken him from the cool waters of the Atlantic to the warm Pacific Ocean. His vast media knowledge covers anything from the classics to the latest, just because its old doesn’t mean it’s not cool! In his spare time, he enjoys open-water swimming, exploring new countries and dad jokes! The aptly named blue ringed octopus, despite being small and cute is considered one of the worlds most dangerous creatures and is Keats’ favorite animal!
KIM
CHEF AND SOUS CHEF
Kimberly, known as Kim on board, hails from Caracas, Venezuela. She loves desserts, dogs, and nice perfume! She loves both sunrises and sunsets. When not working in the kitchen, she enjoys running, swimming and hiking wherever she may be.
dale
Dive Instructor
Dale joins us as Dive Instructor on board and is from Cape Town, South Africa. He has traveled all around the world and puts Japan towards the top of his favorites. When not diving, he enjoys hiking and music as well. He finds dolphins to be quite entertaining with all their personality and thinks squid are just incredible on night dives. He also plays the flute and has a growing collection of them- with 7 in his possession so far!
Thor
DIVE INSTRUCTOR
Milan goes by Thor mainly because his name gets butchered so badly! He joins us from the Netherlands via New Orleans. He has a BA in Film studies and enjoys the photography and media side of diving as a result. He speaks Duthc, English and a bit of German too.
SERAFIN
Engineer
Serafina hails from Veracruz, Mexico. He holds a black belt in Tae Kwon Do and loves riding motorcycles and chilling out with friends. He has traveled thru Canada and parts of the US prior to joining us in the Bahamas.
SEBASTIEN
DIVE INSTRUCTOR
Seb joins us from Germany but spent time in Australia which is where his name got shortened. He has been a dive instructor around the world with stints in Australia, Thailand, the Maldives and the Azores. he enjoys surfing, free diving, and playing the guitar.
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