CAPTAIN + GUIDE

Anthony Dooley is the owner and full-time guide behind Life Below the Surface, where he brings a lifetime of adventure, travel, and landing big fish to every trip. Fascinated by travel and life below the surface from an early age, Anthony began his career as a surf photographer in the late 1990s, documenting cultures and coastal lifestyles across Europe, Africa, Asia, and Central America. Now based in Rincón, Puerto Rico, his work focuses on freediving, spearfishing, and underwater photography. Anthony guides clients to world-class fisheries in Puerto Rico, Panama, Alaska, and the Pacific Northwest, passing on decades of hard-earned experience, discipline, and respect for the ocean—his life’s work both above and below the surface.

GUIDE + PHOTOGRAPHER

Gabe joined the Life Below the Surface family in 2021 and has been guiding bluewater trips in Puerto Rico and Panama ever since. A disciplined and highly attentive diver, Gabe’s calm focus, situational awareness, and ability to read conditions in the water ensure safety while maximizing opportunities on every dive. When he’s not submerged in pursuit of wahoo and tuna, you’ll find him hunting remote waves or getting barreled right out front. His natural instincts for the hunt, combined with a deep respect for the ocean and a genuine passion for guiding, consistently put clients in position for quality fish. With contagious stoke and an easygoing attitude, Gabe makes every trip both productive and unforgettable— ending with full coolers and plenty of laughs.

CAPTAIN/ FISHING GUIDE

Captain Jordan is originally from Atlanta, Georgia, but his adventurous spirit led him to Homer, Alaska, where he discovered a passion for charter fishing that became a 15-year career. In 2017, Jordan married his wife Melanie, a proud Boricua, who introduced him to the beauty and culture of Puerto Rico. Drawn to the island’s warm weather and vibrant energy, they now spend winters in Puerto Rico, where Jordan quickly became a natural fit with the Life Below the Surface team. Known for his enthusiasm, humor, and easygoing nature, Captain Jordan brings nonstop energy to every trip—whether he’s sharing fishing tips, cracking jokes, or sneaking a bite of your snacks to keep things light and fun.

CAPTAIN/ FISHING GUIDE

Captain Tyler “Tyger” Davis hails from the legendary fishing town of Montauk, New York, where he learned to fish among the best. He’s been wintering in Puerto Rico since his days as a young grom in the lineup at María’s, and you’ll always find Tyler wherever the fish are biting, the waves are breaking, or the energy is high. A confident captain and highly knowledgeable fisherman, Tyler is the one you want at the helm whether trolling, live-baiting, or setting up a bluewater drift for Puerto Rico’s coveted wahoo. With fishing in his blood and a sharp eye for conditions coming together, Tyler brings instinct, humor, and an all-around good vibe to every trip—making sure clients are in the right place at the right time.

RETIRED LEGENDARY CAPTAIN

Captain Makai was at the helm for many of our early trips, playing a key role in Life Below the Surface during its formative years. We owe Makai an ocean of gratitude for his time, patience, and willingness to share his deep knowledge of seamanship, navigation, and boat building. A true master of his craft, Makai has an intuitive understanding of the sea and a steady presence that put both crew and clients at ease. He has since achieved a longtime goal of joining the New York City Fire Department, and while we were sad to see him step away from the helm in Rincón, we couldn’t be more proud. If you’re lucky, you may still catch Makai filling in on a trip while visiting the island—where he’s spent years putting clients on quality fish and unforgettable experiences.

Culver, affectionately known as “Culverito,” is the mini member of the Life Below the Surface crew. You’ll often find him at the ramp greeting returning divers and fishermen with a shaka, a big smile, and first dibs on checking out the day’s catch. When he’s not helping his dad clean the boat after a charter or at baseball practice, Culver jumps at every opportunity to get on the water and see what’s biting. Learning from world-class divers and fishermen who visit us from around the globe, Culver represents the future of fishing and freediving in Puerto Rico—and he can’t wait to join the crew whenever he gets the chance.