If you’re interested in getting out on the high seas off Grand Cayman, surely you’d like to go with a crew that knows these waters, deep and shallow.  Oh Boy Charters is definitely the company for you.  Alvin Ebanks, owner and the son of the immortal Capt. Marvin Ebanks (at 87 years old he still goes out on the boat every day!) has been running “Oh Boy” since 1995.  He started with his custom fishing boat of the same name, and has now branched out to offer not just fishing, but snorkeling and chartered dive trips to those who crave water-based adventures.

Oh Boy Charters now features a set of three boats ranging from 30’ to 60’ that will take guests everywhere from deep ea fishing to snorkeling the reefs.  Deep-sea fishing can be booked as a half-day tour or a full day, with a traditional Caymanian lunch served on the full day.  “Oh Boy” also offers Night Fishing Trips that fun from 6:00pm to 9pm and include a delicious dinner.  You’ll be supplied with rods, reels, baits, tackle – all you’ll need to get out there and hook the one that hopefully doesn’t get away.  They also include igloos of ice, fruit punch and water.  If you’d like to bring extra food and drink along, feel free.  There’s plenty of storage for you convenience. Guests are always given a good selection of what they catch, and to enable “Oh Boy’s” Captain to give customers that personalized service for which this business is known, a maximum of 6-8 passengers are allowed on board for any deep-sea fishing trips.

Snorkeling groups can be taken out to the reefs or famous Stingray City in the morning or afternoon, and all masks, snorkels and fins are provided so you don’t have to wrestle with your equipment when you’re getting on board.  The boats leave from their docks off West Bay Road, and if you don’t have a car, don’t worry!  Oh Boy Charters will pick you up and drop you off at your Seven Mile Beach condo or hotel.  How’s that for service?

For the serious diver, you might want to consider a dive charter to the sister islands of Cayman Brac or Little Cayman. You’ll be taken across the sea in comfort to dive sites surrounding these two smaller islands whilst you relax onboard.  Certainly beats flying!

When I asked Captain Alvin how long he’s been at this, he said “Oh, about 100 years.”  He remembers his father dragging him around boats since he was a wee kid and he hasn’t stopped since.  Many repeat customers are a testament to the professionalism and personal, charming service that Oh Boy Charters offers.  In some companies, the owners sit back and let others run the store, but clearly not Captain Alvin, of his father for that matter.  They get to captain boats, chat with customers and work outdoors every day.  Oh Boy – tough life!

You just have to look at Alvin and his background to know that you’re in capable hands with Oh Boy Charters.  His personality coupled with his experience will have you coming back time after time.  Call Oh Boy today and add another dimension to your vacation.  You won’t be sorry!