The People Behind the Too Shallow Experience
Too Shallow is more than a beautiful yacht. It’s the team onboard that shapes the feeling of the charter from the moment you arrive. With a professional crew supporting every detail, the experience feels polished, relaxed, and effortless from start to finish. Too Shallow is publicly listed as a 130′ Hatteras for up to 10 guests, with room for up to 8 crew
Captain Gareth Walsh
Gareth grew up on the coastline of Durban, South Africa, and earned a degree in Graphic Design before pursuing a career in hospitality across the United States. Drawn to adventure, he transitioned into yachting, where he has spent over a decade—including thirteen Atlantic crossings and a three-month voyage from South Africa to the Caribbean on a 30-foot catamaran. He later worked on the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, deepening his appreciation for marine life. Now in his thirteenth year in yachting, Gareth continues to thrive on the water, always chasing his next adventure.
ONBOARD TEAM
The team that keeps every detail moving smoothly
Brian
First Officer
Brian Normandin is a skilled engineer and deckhand with 11+ years of marine and automotive experience and a certified Mercury mechanic. Also a firefighter paramedic and rescue team member, he brings top-tier safety, reliability, and a positive attitude to every charter.
John Benitez
Chief Engineer
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Luc
Deckhand
Luc is a dedicated deckhand from South Africa who turned his passion for travel and the ocean into a career in yachting right after high school. With experience exploring the Caribbean, he brings energy, enthusiasm, and a strong work ethic to every charter, always ready for the next adventure on the water.
Brendon
Interior & Culinary Team
Brendon, a South African deckhand, grew up boating and spearfishing, which led him into a career in yachting. With a background in electrical trade work, he brings strong technical skills, reliability, professionalism, attention to detail, and a passion for life at sea.
Moments Guests Remember
From sunset charters to island escapes, Too Shallow is designed to create the kind of time on the water guests talk about long after the trip ends. From attentive service and beautiful views to the comfort of the yacht itself, every detail is meant to feel unforgettable.
We booked Too Shallow for a birthday day charter, and it ended up being the highlight of the whole trip. The yacht was even more spacious in person, the crew was friendly without being overbearing, and everything felt really easy from the moment we stepped onboard. We spent the afternoon cruising, swimming, and just relaxing, and none of us wanted the day to end!
