Sea Flea Charters LLC
Sea Flea Charters LLC
Sea Flea Charters isn't your typical fishing charter. They started out as a professional tournament team that traveled the great lakes. The team was made up of Capt. Brian Butts' sister and father, who had been fishing Salmon since 1967. The Sea Flea instantly became a top boat on the tournament trail with several wins and finishing at the top in most of the tournaments.
You'll be fishing aboard a 39' Tiara boat. This spacious offshore boat accommodates up to six anglers and there's enough room for everybody to fish at the same time. The boat has been restored in 2017 and has 2 350 HP Crusader engines. She features an enclosed cabin with AC, a private bathroom, a kitchen, and she's wheelchair accessible.
Depending on the season, you'll target Coho and Chinook Salmon, Walleye, Yellow Perch, Brown Trout, and Steelhead. You get to keep the catch and the crew will clean it for you free of charge.
The sponsors keep the Sea Flea stocked with the best possible fishing gear, which is included in the price. You only need to bring your snacks and drinks. You can purchase your fishing license from the captain for $10 per person.
This talented crew is not just about great fishermen but just down to earth great people that enjoy entertaining people. The Sea Flea Charters team always strives to be the best and has taken the same approach to their charter service. Join them on your next fishing trip.
Sea Flea Charters isn't your typical fishing charter. They started out as a professional tournament team that traveled the great lakes. The team was made up of Capt. Brian Butts' sister and father, who had been fishing Salmon since 1967. The Sea Flea instantly became a top boat on the tournament trail with several wins and finishing at the top in most of the tournaments.
You'll be fishing aboard a 39' Tiara boat. This spacious offshore boat accommodates up to six anglers and there's enough room for everybody to fish at the same time. The boat has been restored in 2017 and has 2 350 HP Crusader engines. She features an enclosed cabin with AC, a private bathroom, a kitchen, and she's wheelchair accessible.
Depending on the season, you'll target Coho and Chinook Salmon, Walleye, Yellow Perch, Brown Trout, and Steelhead. You get to keep the catch and the crew will clean it for you free of charge.
The sponsors keep the Sea Flea stocked with the best possible fishing gear, which is included in the price. You only need to bring your snacks and drinks. You can purchase your fishing license from the captain for $10 per person.
This talented crew is not just about great fishermen but just down to earth great people that enjoy entertaining people. The Sea Flea Charters team always strives to be the best and has taken the same approach to their charter service. Join them on your next fishing trip.
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Tracey Jegla•
Michigan, USMember since 20245.0VerifiedNewAWESOMMMEEEEEEEE
6 HR 1st Mate Offshore Special on September 18, 2026 • 6 adultsExcellent experience. We went out during transition, so it could have gone either way. Captain Brian found us some beautiful fish, and Brandon was right on seeing the bites and getting them netted and in the boat. We came home with great memories and a cooler FULL of fish. We will book again.
Richard MannerRepeat angler•Michigan, US•Member since 20202 trips5.0VerifiedNewGrand Slam
5 HR 2nd Mate Offshore Special on September 3, 2026 • 6 adultsCaught a Grand Slam with all 5 of Lake Michgan's sport fish species - King, Coho, Steelhead, Brown and Lake Tout... captain said it was 20 years since he last saw that. 15 fish in the box by sunset on the most productive evening fish ever!
Austin Weddington•New Mexico, USMember since 20265.0VerifiedBiggest fish I’ve ever caught!
6 HR 1st Mate Offshore Special on June 30, 2026 • 2 adultsBrian and Jimmy took us out and they ran that boat and those rods like a well-oiled machine. It blew my mind how they knew what, where, and when to get us hooked into the biggest fish I’ve ever caught (and I’m an avid fly fisherman). I couldn’t recommend them more highly. I want to take my Pa back for the experience and will certainly be booking with them!!!
Jason Van De WegRepeat angler•Michigan, US•Member since 20262 trips5.0VerifiedNewbesr trip ever great captain and great crew
6 HR 1st Mate Offshore Special on September 5, 2026 • 4 adultswe caught 3 of the 5 species we were after. we caught Chinook,coho, and steelhead. The captain was great and very knowledgeable. i would recommend everyone go out with these guys.
Jeffrey Carder•Ohio, USMember since 20265.0VerifiedFirst time and best time
Sunset Special 4pm to sunset on July 9, 2026 • 5 adultsRylee and Lauren were fantastic. We had 3 15 year olds with no experiance. They were great working with them when they had fish on. We hooked 12 fish, and brought in 8 King Salmon. It was an awesome time, and the boys are hooked on fishing. I would highly recommend the boat and crew. We can’t wait to go again next year.
- Ashley HeavenRepeat angler•Michigan, US•Member since 20252 trips5.0Verified
Okay weather, but still a good trip!
6 HR 1st Mate Offshore Special on May 23, 2026 • 5 adultsWe came back with 9 kings and 1 coho. The little buggers kept biting and swimming by, but just wouldn't commit to the meal! Captain Brian and First Mate Jarod did great. Kept switching out lures to give them options and repostiined us out on the water. This was my 2nd time booking with Sea Flea, and there will definitely be a third!
David Zwart•Minnesota, USMember since 20264.7VerifiedThunderDucking
Sunset Special 4pm to sunset on July 14, 2026 • 6 adultsour family had a great time with Captian Riley and deck hand Tyler on the ThunderDuck. grea evening to be out on the big lake pondering the day, the sunset and eventual golden hour heavy action. Captian Riley was active get to the fish, changing up color schemes and bait depths. Our group of 6 had a great adventure and went home with bags full of fillets.
Thomas Rourke•Michigan, USMember since 20265.0VerifiedGreat day on the lake!
8 HR Captains Special on August 15, 2026 • 6 adultsCaptain Matt and John were great! Hauled in 7 fish, mostly King Salmon. Took our filets compliments of Captain Matt straight to Kirbys for an awesome lunch. Thank you Brian for a spectacular day!
Sarah Lasalle•Michigan, USMember since 20255.0VerifiedAwesome first fishing trip!
6 HR 1st Mate Offshore Special on August 22, 2026 • 6 adultsRough choppy water did not stop us from catching salmon, steelhead and trout. Captain Matt and first mate John were continually looking for our next catch. We will do this again.
Brian Wenz•Indiana, USMember since 20265.0VerifiedAbsolutely Epic
8 HR Captains Special on August 2, 2026 • 6 adultsCaptain Tim and Matt were phenomenal guides, easy to talk to. We achieved the Grand Slam all 5 species! Best Fresh Water Charter I've ever been on!
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Excellent experience. We went out during transition, so it could have gone either way. Captain Brian found us some beautiful fish, and Brandon was right on seeing the bites and getting them netted and in the boat. We came home with great memories and a cooler FULL of fish. We will book again.
Thanks for booking with Sea Flea Charters LLC
Caught a Grand Slam with all 5 of Lake Michgan's sport fish species - King, Coho, Steelhead, Brown and Lake Tout... captain said it was 20 years since he last saw that. 15 fish in the box by sunset on the most productive evening fish ever!
Thanks for the review! Great evening fishing!
Brian and Jimmy took us out and they ran that boat and those rods like a well-oiled machine. It blew my mind how they knew what, where, and when to get us hooked into the biggest fish I’ve ever caught (and I’m an avid fly fisherman). I couldn’t recommend them more highly. I want to take my Pa back for the experience and will certainly be booking with them!!!
we caught 3 of the 5 species we were after. we caught Chinook,coho, and steelhead. The captain was great and very knowledgeable. i would recommend everyone go out with these guys.
Thanks for booking with us!
Rylee and Lauren were fantastic. We had 3 15 year olds with no experiance. They were great working with them when they had fish on. We hooked 12 fish, and brought in 8 King Salmon. It was an awesome time, and the boys are hooked on fishing. I would highly recommend the boat and crew. We can’t wait to go again next year.
FAQs about Sea Flea Charters LLC
- US $300 per group - 2 hr Harbor trolling trip (2 hours)
- US $599 per group, additional US $150 per person after 4 guests - 6 HR Angler Perch trip (6 hours)
- US $790 per group - Sunset Special 4pm to sunset (4 hours)
- US $899 per group - 5 HR 2nd Mate Offshore Special (5 hours)
- US $990 per group - 6 HR 1st Mate Offshore Special (6 hours)
- Toilet The boat has a very clean bathroom.
- Air conditioning
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed
- Live bait well
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Multimedia system
- Ice box
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Catch cleaning & filleting (Fishing cleaning is free and so is ice)
- First mate (Our first mates are first class and the best in the business and work for tips. 20 percent is norm)
- River fishing (We go out of Grand River into Lake Michigan)
- Lake fishing
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing (We fish from 1 mile to 30 miles offshore)
- Wreck fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Brown Trout
- Burbot
- Perch (Yellow)
- Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
- Salmon (Chinook)
- Salmon (Coho)
- Walleye
Your captain
Grand Haven, Michigan, United States
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
I was a very successful tournament fisherman and wanted to share my love of this lake and its resources with others in a high-class professional manner. Having a network of the best fishermen on Lake Michigan also comes with being successful in tournaments which is priceless when trying to find fish in this lake the size of a small ocean.
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You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
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Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
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When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% deposit to guarantee your reservation.
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When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.
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