Captain
James Craddock

Member since March 2025 Manteo, United States
Background
What's up, y'all? I'm Captain James Craddock, but you're more than welcome to call me Jamesey Boy or just James. I would love for you to join me for a day on the water Sightseeing, Dolphin watching, Bird watching, and much more. I am a true native of the area, with 7+ generations of commercial fishing experience and being the fourth-generation captain/guide. I grew up on the water fishing pound nets and crab pots with my dad and even spent a summer on the trawl boat shrimping with my grandfather. All that to say, I love spending the day in the sun, especially on the water around my home. Safety and smiles are the most important things with me on the water.
Techniques
I just love being on the water? I don't think I have a preference.

Hey, I'm Captain James Craddock

Manteo, United States
Background
What's up, y'all? I'm Captain James Craddock, but you're more than welcome to call me Jamesey Boy or just James. I would love for you to join me for a day on the water Sightseeing, Dolphin watching, Bird watching, and much more. I am a true native of the area, with 7+ generations of commercial fishing experience and being the fourth-generation captain/guide. I grew up on the water fishing pound nets and crab pots with my dad and even spent a summer on the trawl boat shrimping with my grandfather. All that to say, I love spending the day in the sun, especially on the water around my home. Safety and smiles are the most important things with me on the water.
Techniques
I just love being on the water? I don't think I have a preference.
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My Listing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(48 reviews)
Manteo
 Last booking: 1 day ago
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trips from US $225

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 48 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (76)
Relaxing tour of the sound. James was a great host
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
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Julia F.
Excellent
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Most Amazing Trip!

VERIFIED   2hr soundside adventure morning on July 18, 2026
At first, I felt I was taking a risk using that site and I was going to get scammed, but I am so happy I was wrong! We are...
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Trina S.
Excellent
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10/10 would recommend Captain James!

VERIFIED   2hr soundside adventure morning on July 16, 2026
We had a fantastic experience with Captain James at Muddy Creek Adventures this week. From the moment we set out, he was friendly,...
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Nicole G.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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AMAZING TRIP!! Captain James is the GOAT

VERIFIED   2hr soundside adventure midday on July 11, 2026
Captain James was awesome! we went for my sister bachelorrette trip and we had a blast. Captain James took us to the perfect...
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Karen T.
Excellent
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Highly Recommend Captain James

VERIFIED   3 Hr โ€“ Sand Island Picnic & Sunset on July 9, 2026
Captain James was wonderful. He knew that we wanted to see dolphins, because we communicated several times before the cruise,ย ...
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Jaimy R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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We had a great experience!

VERIFIED   3 Hr โ€“ Soundside Adventure PM on July 24, 2026
Our captain kept us updated about the weather, postponed our trip to make sure we had the best conditions, and communicated...
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