About

Mission

Best boat day with Hackshaw’s!

We offer a variety of tours such as fishing excursions, sightseeing tours, snorkel trips, sunset cruises, inter-island trips, and premium whale watching safaris.

In addition to our many staff members, we also support our local economy to the fullest, from the purchase of fresh bait off the local fishermen as they pull their nets in at the crack of dawn to taxi drivers who do a fantastic job of transporting our guests to and from the various locations, to local restaurants which work with us to prepare delicious meals for our guests with their catches of the day, to our hardware stores and marine chandleries who assist us in having what we need to ensure our boats are up and running smoothly, to food and drink suppliers who ensure our boats are stocked with fresh local fruit and snacks and the coldest Piton Beer!

Team

Our Guides and Boats

Captain Antonius

Captain Antonius (Biggie) has been with us since 1999 and has gone through the ranks to be one of our leading captains and is very experienced. Repeat customers have always requested Antonius, and we are proud to have him as part of the team. Antonius also has a farm that produces the most amazing local fruits and vegetables!

Captain Jason

Captain Jason (Aida) has a personality that guests like. He started as a crew member, put in the effort, and has become an exceptional captain. He is keen to share information on our Island and will work hard to make sure every trip will be cherished. Jason has a passion for music and is a good D.J.

First Mate Cuthbert

First Mate Cuthbert (Rubber) has been with us forever, he has always been a favorite with our clients, and many only want to go out if he is on board with them. He has a passion for fishing, and his track record speaks for itself.

First Mate Ova

First Mate Ova (Over) is a jack of all trades! Firstly he is one of our best staff members, and takes his job extremely seriously and does everything possible to ensure trips are done right and enjoyed by all. He is usually the cameraman/ bartender/ cook/ deckhand on board. Still, he is also a musician/welder/ electrician/ painter/ carpenter and all-around handyman who uses all his skills and loves to make sure everything on board is working perfectly. He always has a smile and loves putting smiles on guests!

First Mate Jade

First Mate Jade is a lively entertainer who enjoys what he does. Jade has become a vital team member and is known for giving all on board a great time! He is very well informed about our St. Lucian history, culture, and all aspects of our tours, so guests leave us with a tremendous amount of knowledge, delivered in a fun way. He is always eager to help, and a day out with him will result in an unforgettable experience!

Engineer Bobby

Engineer Bobby (Bobby Brown) is one of the most experienced mechanics on the Island. Bobby started on merchant ships over 40 years ago and gained tremendous respect from all he worked with. He has been with our family for many many years on both land and sea, and always has our boats performing at their peak. When Bobby steps on board, all will be taken care of!

Blue Boy

Model: 31’ Bertram Bahia Mar Custom

Tours: Deep sea fishing, whale watching, snorkelling, private cruises, and bottom fishing

She is the legendary fishing hull that has gone through a complete refurbishment from top to bottom, everything has been replaced, including new twin Cummins 6BTA engines, making her a 10 out of 10. With her vast cockpit and exceptional seaworthiness, Blue Boy is extremely comfortable both out in the Atlantic looking for big game or cruising along our beautiful coast line to one of our islands secret spots.

Fast, comfortable, and rigged for serious fishing, Blue Boy is the darling of our fleet.

Lady Anne

Model: 50 foot Power Cat

Tours: Whale watching, snorkelling, sunset cruise, private cruises, inter-island tours, and weekend getaways

Lady Anne is an extremely spacious and comfortable double-deck power catamaran. She is equipped with all the amenities to make a trip out on her extra special.

With 5 AC cabins and 5 washrooms, she is able to accommodate large families in style. With a fully functional galley makes weekend getaways and luxury day trips, onboard the Lady Anne is easily accomplished.

Limited Edition

Model: 47′ Custom Buddy Davis

Tours: Whale watching, snorkelling, deep sea fishing, private cruises, bottom fishing, inter-island tours, and weekend getaways.

Known throughout the world for its legendary ride, the Buddy Davis hull is designed to cut through monster head seas, run on rails in following seas, and lie still while drifting in deep troughs waiting for a strike. What’s Davis’s secret? The bottom. With her deep, narrow entry, LIMITED EDITION will never pound. She slices. With a substantial keel and solid skeg, she never wanders. LIMITED EDITION is a truly spectacular sport fish built by the legendary builder Buddy Davis.

Our Company

We play our part in the communities

We make sure we play our part in the communities, by offering complimentary tours to schools so that the youth are able to experience first hand the wonders that are offered just a short distance off our coastline. We also take part in campaigns to clean our coastal land and water areas, we are extremely aware of our beautiful yet fragile environment.

So whether you are interested in coastal cruising, deep-sea fishing, snorkeling, sunset cruise, or an inter-island trip, there’s only one place to visit – Hackshaw’s Boat Charters in St. Lucia!

Why choose us?

St Lucia Boat Tours With The Island’s Best Crew and Vessels.

Hackshaw's Boat Charters in St. Lucia is proud to be a Certified World Cetacean Alliance Member, and we provide the highest standards for whale watching tours. We have the best vessels, including exciting powerboats, tournament rigged sports boats and luxury catamarans. Count on our knowledgeable local staff to give you and your family a great time on the water, building memories to last a lifetime.

Local economy

We support our local economy to the fullest, from the purchase of fresh bait from the local fishermen to local taxi drivers who are safely driving our guests, to local restaurants which work with us to prepare delicious meals for our guests, to our hardware stores and marine chandleries who assist us in having what we need to ensure our boats, to food and drink suppliers who ensure our boats are stocked with fresh local fruit and snacks.

Knowledgable Crews

Having the best equipment is only one part of our company; the backbone is our fantastic staff. All our crew members have been with us for many years, and we truly appreciate their dedication and professionalism, which translates into total customer satisfaction. They are out in the field day in and day out, so along with our expertise, we listen to their suggestions and are always finding ways to improve our company and tours, making sure that a day out with us is one that you will cherish forever.

Quality Boats

We have continuously updated our fleet throughout the years, making sure we have the very best in equipment, boats, and tours, and presently have a modern fleet of vessels, ranging from fun speed boats and tournament rigged sports fishermen to luxurious power catamarans.

Location

The Caribbean Sea of St. Lucia

Saint Lucia, island state in the Caribbean Sea. It is the second largest of the Windward group in the Lesser Antilles and is located south of Martinique and northeast of Saint Vincent.There is a dry season roughly from January to April and a rainy season from May to November.

Saint Lucia tends to be popular due to its tropical weather and scenery and its beaches and resorts that really are suitable for surfing, fishing, cruising, dolphin watching, and many other outdoor activities. It is also known for its natural forests that contain colourful orchids and anthurium.

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