Captain
James Butler

Member since May 2025 Islamorada, United States
Background
I started enjoying these beautiful waters mid 1980's. I've been active Captain with experience fishing,certified diver, snorkeling, lobstering ,spearfishing metal detecting. I can help you get the most out of your time on the water!
Techniques
I enjoy every aspect of the water around the keys! Having explored them for 40 years I'm sure I'll be able to get you the experience you want.

Hey, I'm Captain James Butler

Islamorada, United States
Background
I started enjoying these beautiful waters mid 1980's. I've been active Captain with experience fishing,certified diver, snorkeling, lobstering ,spearfishing metal detecting. I can help you get the most out of your time on the water!
Techniques
I enjoy every aspect of the water around the keys! Having explored them for 40 years I'm sure I'll be able to get you the experience you want.
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Custom Charters

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(27 reviews)
Islamorada
 3 bookings in the past week.
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trips from US $325

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Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 27 reviews
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Excellent
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amazing water day!
amazing water day!
amazing water day!
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Faye P.
Excellent
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Perfect boat day

VERIFIED   NEW  4 hour tour on June 13, 2026
Captain Jim was great and we had an incredible day out on the water!
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John F.
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Great Trip

VERIFIED   NEW  8 Hour – Custom Boat Adventure on June 11, 2026
We had a geeat trip with Capt. Jim.  Highly reccomend!
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Marshall S.
Excellent
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5+ Star Experience | Highly Recommend!

VERIFIED   2 Hour – Sandbar Trip on April 2, 2026
We booked (2 adults, 3 kids) on a whim and struck gold! Captain James was a generous and kind man. The boat was great and the...
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Rebecca B.
Excellent
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Great day on the water!

VERIFIED   6 Hour – Custom Boat Adventure on May 5, 2026
We had a wonderful day on the water. Captain Jim was the best. Very informative, professional, and fun. I would definitely...
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Gareth D.
Excellent
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Great Day

VERIFIED   4 Hour – Sandbar Trip on April 8, 2026
we are a family pf 4, we booked the 4hr sandbar trip. Captain James was great. Very knowledgeable about the area and waters.
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