Albatros Charters Crew

The Albatros Charters Crew and Staff are bilingual and provide VIP service on all of our charters. Albatros Charters has been in business since 1995 and we’ve been fishing and diving these waters for years.  You’ll find the Albatros Charters Crew and Staff to be experienced, professional and a lot of fun. On all of our charters, we offer you as much flexibility as possible and provide the personal touch you deserve.

	Rita Absher Owner, Operator Rita is originally from Wheaton, Illinois, a suburb of Chicago. She became a PADI Open Water Diver in 1995 while in Playa del Carmen and soon afterwards, moved to Cozumel. She became an SSI Advanced Open Water Instructor in Cozumel in 2003. Rita has been the owner/operator of Albatros Charters since 1997 which started with one boat. While not diving as much as she used to she has downsized she invites you to join her and the crew for some of the best fishing or snorkeling in Cozumel!
	Captain Eduardo (Lalo) Captain of The Albatros Lalo is an original Cozumeleno.  He’s a very intelligent, well spoken captain.  His English is excellent and he interacts and communicates with customers with ease.  His family has roots in the water industry. so it’s no surprise he’s been on the water swimming and boating before he could even drive a boat.   He’s active on the boat and not afraid to get his hands dirty.  He has no problem coming down off the bridge to help with the bait, cleaning of the fish or cooking.  He enjoys being out on the water, and even more to have his customers bringing in the fish they so desire on his tours.  Come with us and have a relaxing day out with Lalo and his crew.
	Jamie Marinero / First Mate  Jimmy came from a large family.  He had 8 brothers and sisters and the family could not afford to send them all to school.  Like many Mexican kids, Jimmy had to work at an early age.  He’s been working on boats since he was 15 years old.  Jimmy is one of the best first mates we’ve seen.  His English is excellent and he can truly help a novice out or give an advanced angler their space.
	Robert Bungener Head Mechanic Originally from Holland, Robert is a PADI and TDI/SDI Master Scuba Trainer, and all-round mechanic. He began diving in 1995, getting his certification in Saudi Arabia. Since then, Robert has dove in the Middle East, Red Sea, Indonesia, Indian Ocean and Mexico. He gives the diving in Mexico high ranking and has made Cozumel his home since 1998.