Fish Dauntless
Fish Dauntless
Fish Dauntless is based out of Islamorada, in the heart of the Florida Keys. Capt. Jim has been fishing in South Florida since before he could walk and has spent his entire adult life building up the skills needed to get you on that fish of a lifetime.
The 'Dauntless' is a 27' Conch center console with room aboard for up to four anglers. She is equipped with GPS and fishfinder to track down the best battles, and a livewell full of fresh bait to make sure nothing can resist your hooks. She also has a T-top to keep the sun of you and your group, making her perfect for family groups.
You have a huge range of trips and options to choose from, ranging from four-hour stints to eleven-hour marathons. Shorter trips focus on the local reefs or inshore gamefish like Tarpon. Reef fishing in the Keys is an amazing way to fill the boat with colorful, tasty fish, and nothing beats the sight of the Silver King on the end of your line.
Unless you head to the bluewaters, that is. On longer trips, you can target Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Tuna, and if you stay out long enough, even Swordfish. This is some of the most intense sportfishing you could ever ask for, and even seasoned pros are put to the test by the awesome fighting power of South Florida's Billfish.
Capt. Jim will adapt each trip to your skill and interests. If you want to load up on delicious fish, he will make it happen. After that one monster or a specific species, he'll switch things up to do just that. He has worked alongside some legendary captains in the past and is always happy to pass on the skills he has learned. Whatever he can do to make your trip more special, he'll do with the smile of a man who really, really loves his job.
Fish Dauntless is based out of Islamorada, in the heart of the Florida Keys. Capt. Jim has been fishing in South Florida since before he could walk and has spent his entire adult life building up the skills needed to get you on that fish of a lifetime.
The 'Dauntless' is a 27' Conch center console with room aboard for up to four anglers. She is equipped with GPS and fishfinder to track down the best battles, and a livewell full of fresh bait to make sure nothing can resist your hooks. She also has a T-top to keep the sun of you and your group, making her perfect for family groups.
You have a huge range of trips and options to choose from, ranging from four-hour stints to eleven-hour marathons. Shorter trips focus on the local reefs or inshore gamefish like Tarpon. Reef fishing in the Keys is an amazing way to fill the boat with colorful, tasty fish, and nothing beats the sight of the Silver King on the end of your line.
Unless you head to the bluewaters, that is. On longer trips, you can target Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Tuna, and if you stay out long enough, even Swordfish. This is some of the most intense sportfishing you could ever ask for, and even seasoned pros are put to the test by the awesome fighting power of South Florida's Billfish.
Capt. Jim will adapt each trip to your skill and interests. If you want to load up on delicious fish, he will make it happen. After that one monster or a specific species, he'll switch things up to do just that. He has worked alongside some legendary captains in the past and is always happy to pass on the skills he has learned. Whatever he can do to make your trip more special, he'll do with the smile of a man who really, really loves his job.
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Adam Glaser5.0VerifiedHard-working captain who put us on the fish
3/4 Day Trip – Reef & Wreck on February 27, 2026 • 3 adultsThe bite was slow at first for everyone on the water, but Captain Jimmy kept moving and worked hard to find the right spots. We ended up catching fish and even landed a 50-lb amberjack. We’re novice fishermen, and he was patient, helpful, and took the time to show us the ropes. Great experience all around.
Nathan Thompson5.0VerifiedReef fishing!
Half Day Trip – Reef & Wreck on July 23, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 childJimmy was great! Caught a bunch of fish and learned even more!
Brandt Mitala5.0VerifiedFishing with James
Half Day Trip – Reef & Wreck on May 22, 2026 • 2 adults
Jason Dowling5.0VerifiedGreat Day on the water again!
Full Day Trip – Offshore on March 20, 2025 • 3 adultsCaptain Jim had us on the Tuna bite early! Based on the reactions at the Marina, pretty certain we out-fished the other offshore boats today. Jim is always prepared and has The Dauntless ready to go. Great to see the Dauntless with two new engines and several other updates since the last time I fished with him. We will definitely book again!
David Brown5.0VerifiedAmazing Day
Full Day Trip – Offshore on May 23, 2024 • 1 adultCaptain Jim and Trevor were amazing!!! From the first lines in the water we were on fish after fish. Worked hard to find fish when the bite slowed. Trolling for Dolphin, Captain Jim spotted a Sail. Trevor was on it and hooked immediately. I will be booking again!!
Kevin Games5.0VerifiedHalf day trip
Half Day Trip – Reef & Wreck on May 18, 2023 • 4 adultsCaptain Jim was awesome. He was able to get us into a bunch of yellowtail snapper. When we caught our fill, we switched it up and drifted different areas for anything we could catch. Ended up catching a big amber jack and a mutton snapper for dinner as well. We will definitely look up captain Jim when we are back in town. Fully recommend this fishing charter.
Renato CarliRepeat angler5.0Verified100% Fishermen
Full Day Trip – Offshore on April 22, 2025 • 4 adultsBest capt.
Elijio BarreraRepeat angler5.0VerifiedFishing with James
Half Day Trip – Reef & Wreck on March 21, 2025 • 4 adults • 2 children- Jeremy SmithRepeat angler5.0Verified
Half Day Trip
Half Day Trip - Reef & Wreck (PM) on November 11, 2022 • 4 adults • 2 childrenThis was our first fishing trip with our two younger boys 2 and 5 so we wanted a captain that was aware of their age and did the charter according to what they could handle. I felt like that’s exactly what we got, he asked several times how they were doing. He put us on fish in all 3 spots we stopped checking with us each time before moving. We got to take home 2 nice black fin tuna’s! Would highly recommend! Jeremy
Matt Perez5.0VerifiedGreat Fishing Trip
Full Day Trip – Offshore on July 31, 2022 • 3 adultsGreat time fishing with captain Jim and my friends. The seas were rough and hunting the fish was tough but captain did not give up and put us on some nice mahi! We went from spot to spot looking for birds and weed lines to find the mahi all in rough seas. Most boats went back in but we kept fighting. Overall great time and great dinner afterwards too! Thank you captain Jim!
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capt james was awesome..even though fishing conditions werent the best..he still managed to put us on the fish...very well prepared..boat was clean and organized..had everything well planned out..will DEF be returning next time in the keys...5 stars all around
The bite was slow at first for everyone on the water, but Captain Jimmy kept moving and worked hard to find the right spots. We ended up catching fish and even landed a 50-lb amberjack. We’re novice fishermen, and he was patient, helpful, and took the time to show us the ropes. Great experience all around.
Jimmy was great! Caught a bunch of fish and learned even more!
We had a great time with captain Jimmy. He got us on the fish and we caught tuna and amberjacks. My son had a wonderful time and we appreciate that Jimmy kept moving to find fish. Would recommend.
FAQs about Fish Dauntless
- US $900 per group - Half Day Trip – Reef & Wreck (4 hours)
- US $900 per group - Half Day Trip – Reef & Wreck - 12:00 PM (4 hours)
- US $1,000 per group - Half Day Trip – Tarpon (4 hours)
- US $1,200 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Reef & Wreck (6 hours)
- US $1,400 per group - Full Day Trip – Offshore (8 hours)
- US $1,800 per group - Extended Full Day Trip – Swordfish (11 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Ice box
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Drinks (Water)
- Fishing license
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Deep sea fishing
- Amberjack
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Grouper (Black)
- Jack (African Pompano)
- Jack Crevalle
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Sailfish
- Snapper (Mutton)
- Swordfish
- Wahoo
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