Max Davis
Originally from Miami, Florida, Captain Max grew up exploring the waters of the Treasure Coast and Florida Keys, where diving, spearfishing, offshore fishing, and life on the water sparked a lifelong passion for the sea. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Marine Biology through Florida State University and Florida Atlantic University, later working with the USDA on aquaculture research and contributing to the Deepwater Horizon oil spill response.
In 2016, Max earned his USCG 100-Ton Captain’s License and STCW certification, launching a professional yachting career that has taken him throughout Florida, the Bahamas, the U.S. East Coast, the Great Lakes, and beyond.
Today, Max serves as Captain of M/Y Mambo, a vessel he knows exceptionally well after years of hands-on experience aboard. His progression with Mambo has included roles as First Mate, Engineer, and Relief Captain, giving him an in-depth understanding of the yacht’s systems, operations, maintenance, refits, and charter program.
Max has also captained and worked aboard multiple charter yachts throughout the Bahamas, developing extensive knowledge of the islands, cruising grounds, anchorages, fishing spots, dive sites, and secluded beaches. His cruising experience includes numerous vessel deliveries and the notable achievement of captaining the largest vessel to transit the western Erie Canal, navigating its locks, bridges, restricted clearances, and challenging waterways.
With a strong technical background, extensive cruising experience, and an adventurous spirit, Max is equally at home planning an action-packed day of fishing, diving, and exploration as he is creating a relaxed itinerary centered around quiet anchorages and pristine beaches. His combination of seamanship, local knowledge, and genuine enthusiasm for life on the water allows him to create highly personalized and memorable experiences for every guest aboard Mambo
