The Bahamas — Beyond Nassau
Turquoise cays, hidden reefs, and authentic island life — without the crowds. Let someone who knows every sandbar show you how.
No cruise ships. No tourist traps. Just the real Bahamas — island-hopping by boat at your own pace.
Right-sized house, right boat, best cays, safest routes. Everything mapped out before you arrive.
Shallow reefs, hidden sandbars, strong currents — Matt knows every hazard and every hidden gem.
Your Guide
I'm Matt. I've been coming to the Abacos for over 15 years — I even got married on Elbow Cay. I'm a licensed boat captain and I know these waters the way only a true repeat visitor can.
I know which cays are worth the trip, where the shallow rocks hide, which beach bar you can't leave without visiting, and exactly what size boat your group actually needs.
I want to show people like you that this trip is more doable than you think — and far more rewarding than Nassau.
My StoryWhy the Abacos
Most people fly into Nassau and never discover what the Bahamas truly is. The Abacos offer something entirely different — and once you've been, you'll never go back to a resort.
The Sea of Abaco is one of the most sheltered, turquoise bodies of water in the Caribbean. Perfect for snorkeling, swimming, and boating without big ocean swells.
Each cay has its own personality — from the pastel colonial charm of Elbow Cay to the wild beauty of Sandy Point. Your boat is your passport.
Seaside shacks serving fresh-caught grouper, barefoot beach bars, sunsets over quiet anchorages. This is the Caribbean the brochures can't capture.
Hidden reefs teeming with tropical fish, sea turtles, and nurse sharks. Matt knows exactly where to go — and where to stay away from.
Rent a cottage and a boat and the Abacos become your personal playground. No schedules, no group tours — pure freedom on the water.
Short flights from Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and Atlanta. No passports needed for US citizens. You can be on the water in a morning.
Packages
Whether you're coming as a couple, a group of friends, or a big family reunion — I'll match you with the right cottage and boat combination, tell you what to expect to pay, and make sure you're set up for the trip of a lifetime.
From 1–2 people in a cozy island cottage with a 21ft skiff, all the way up to 8+ with multiple homes and a 33ft twin-engine cruiser — every group size is covered.
Tell me your group size, your dates, and what you're looking for. I'll put together a plan that fits perfectly.