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Captain.
Independent charters. Bahamas · Caribbean · US.
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How it works
From discovery to departure in three steps — built around the way the Bahamas actually works.
Browse local operators
Every captain and guide on Charted Waters is an independent local operator. No national chains, no middlemen — just real people who know their waters better than anyone.
Check the tides
Every listing shows real-time NOAA tide predictions for the Abacos. Know the best departure window, tidal phase, and sea conditions before you even send an inquiry.
Book with confidence
Operators set their own hurricane refund policy on the platform. If a named storm threatens your trip and the operator's policy applies, you're covered — no phone calls, no haggling.
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The water
doesn't wait.
Trip reports, tide conditions, and what's biting — follow along for the moments that happen between bookings.
For captains & guides
Your boat. Your bookings.
Your platform.
Built for independent operators who know their waters. Everything you need, nothing you don't.
Free to list
No upfront cost, no monthly fee. List your operation and start receiving inquiries immediately.
Live tides built in
Every listing automatically shows real-time NOAA tide predictions. Guests arrive informed, trips run smoother.
Hurricane protection
Set your own hurricane refund policy once. If a named storm threatens, guests know exactly where they stand — no disputes, no phone calls.