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
(35 reviews)
Islamorada
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Sarah M.
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April boating trip

VERIFIED   3 Hour – Snorkeling Trip on April 9, 2026
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Anne A.
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Great day on the water

VERIFIED   Sunset cruise, departure time varie on January 9, 2026
Captain Jim Butler was fantastic. He was very flexible and accomodating.  We were able to snorkel and see sunset.  Highly...
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Michael K.
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Perfect

VERIFIED   6 Hour – Custom Boat Adventure on February 13, 2026
Jim was patient, polite, and very helpful with helping plan our day. We hope others find his business and we cant wait to come...
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Stacy H.
Excellent
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Boating with James

VERIFIED   Sunset cruise, departure time varie on February 13, 2026
Great trip out on the water and Jim was the best ! Jim provided us a great sightseeing cruise
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Kenneth M.
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Knowledgeable

VERIFIED   2 Hour – Sandbar Trip on December 30, 2025
Capt. was very friendly and had an enjoyable Sunset cruise
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