It's been really rewarding to see the first charters happening on the Ébrié Lagoon, even while I'm still here in Ireland. Every trip gives us new insights, and we're quickly learning what works best for our guests.
Captain's Log
After more than thirty years as a professional yacht captain — from the early days sailing off South Africa, through busy charter seasons in the Mediterranean and Caribbean, to captaining M/Y Labrador — I'm now preparing the next adventure on the Ébrié Lagoon in Abidjan.
These logs are my personal reflections, plans, and stories as I build Captain Murray's — intimate, relaxed experiences aboard practical pontoon boats, with dreams of classic restorations further down the line.
Come sail with me, in words for now.
One of the things I'm most proud of with Captain Murray's – The Uncharted Waters is how we make every charter feel unique.
Planning a trip to the Ébrié Lagoon and wondering when is the best time to come?
A lot of people ask me what they should bring when they come on a charter with us on the Ébrié Lagoon.
Sometimes it's good to pause, look back, and remember why you started something in the first place.
After more than thirty years sailing some of the world's most famous waters — the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, the Norwegian fjords, and the South African coast — I get asked the same question quite often:
After more than thirty years sailing the world's oceans, I've learned that every body of water has its own character. The Ébrié Lagoon is one of the most alive and special places I've ever encountered.
Many people are genuinely surprised when they discover just how much birdlife exists on the Ébrié Lagoon — often just minutes from the bustling heart of Abidjan
One of the most common questions is: Can we actually fish on the Ébrié Lagoon?
A lot of people ask me what a sunset cruise on the Ébrié Lagoon actually feels like. The truth is, every cruise is different — because every group is different.