Sea Flea Charters LLC 

5.0
(194 reviews)
 North Harbor Drive 301, Grand Haven, MI 49417, United States–

Sea Flea Charters LLC 

Grand Haven, MI, United States
–
39 ft
6
5.0
(194 reviews)

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.

Brian Butts
Captain
Brian Butts
27 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour

Select date to see availability

Trip availability and prices

Trip date:
Group Size:
September 2026
SuMoTuWeThFrSa
Loading...
Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Almost there...
2 hr Harbor trolling trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 4:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Jul 1
Freshwater Drum
US $300
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 HR Angler Perch trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Apr 30
Burbot
Perch (Yellow)
US $599
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Sunset Special 4pm to sunset
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 4:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Oct 1 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun)
Salmon
Lake Trout
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
+1
US $790
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 HR 2nd Mate Offshore Special
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Oct 10 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)
US $899
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 HR 1st Mate Offshore Special
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 5:30 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Oct 10
Salmon
Lake Trout
Brown Trout
Salmon (Chinook)
+1
US $990
Entire boat: up to 6 people
There are 4 people looking at this charter.

Customer reviews

Loading...

Rating

5.0
194 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (204)

What anglers say

99%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

Reviews (194)

  • Tracey Jegla
    Tracey Jegla
    us
    Michigan, US
    •
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    AWESOMMMEEEEEEEE

    6 HR 1st Mate Offshore Special on September 18, 2026 • 6 adults

    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.

  • Richard Manner
    Richard Manner
    Repeat angler
    us
    Michigan, US
    •
    Member since 2020
    •
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Grand Slam

    5 HR 2nd Mate Offshore Special on September 3, 2026 • 6 adults

    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!

  • Austin Weddington
    Austin Weddington
    us
    New Mexico, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Biggest fish I’ve ever caught!

    6 HR 1st Mate Offshore Special on June 30, 2026 • 2 adults

    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!!!

  • Jason Van De Weg
    Jason Van De Weg
    Repeat angler
    us
    Michigan, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    •
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    besr trip ever great captain and great crew

    6 HR 1st Mate Offshore Special on September 5, 2026 • 4 adults

    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.

  • Jeffrey Carder
    Jeffrey Carder
    us
    Ohio, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    First time and best time

    Sunset Special 4pm to sunset on July 9, 2026 • 5 adults

    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.

  • Ashley Heaven
    Ashley Heaven
    Repeat angler
    us
    Michigan, US
    •
    Member since 2025
    •
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Okay weather, but still a good trip!

    6 HR 1st Mate Offshore Special on May 23, 2026 • 5 adults

    We 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
    David Zwart
    us
    Minnesota, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified

    ThunderDucking

    Sunset Special 4pm to sunset on July 14, 2026 • 6 adults

    our 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
    Thomas Rourke
    us
    Michigan, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great day on the lake!

    8 HR Captains Special on August 15, 2026 • 6 adults

    Captain 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
    Sarah Lasalle
    us
    Michigan, US
    •
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome first fishing trip!

    6 HR 1st Mate Offshore Special on August 22, 2026 • 6 adults

    Rough 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
    Brian Wenz
    us
    Indiana, US
    •
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Absolutely Epic

    8 HR Captains Special on August 2, 2026 • 6 adults

    Captain 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!

Rating

5.0
194 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (204)

What anglers say

99%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

All reviews (194)

Frequently mentioned
Showing 1 – 5 of 194 reviews
Tracey Jegla
Tracey Jegla
us
Michigan, US
•
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
New
AWESOMMMEEEEEEEE
6 HR 1st Mate Offshore Special on September 18, 2026 • 6 adults

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.

Reported catch:
Salmon
Coho Salmon
Brian Butts
Response from Captain

Thanks for booking with Sea Flea Charters LLC

Richard Manner
Richard Manner
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
•
Member since 2020
•
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Grand Slam
5 HR 2nd Mate Offshore Special on September 3, 2026 • 6 adults

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!

Reported catch:
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Brown Trout
Coho Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Brian Butts
Response from Captain

Thanks for the review! Great evening fishing!

Austin Weddington
Austin Weddington
us
New Mexico, US
•
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Biggest fish I’ve ever caught!
6 HR 1st Mate Offshore Special on June 30, 2026 • 2 adults

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!!!

Reported catch:
Salmon
Lake Trout
Chinook Salmon
Jason Van De Weg
Jason Van De Weg
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
•
Member since 2026
•
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
besr trip ever great captain and great crew
6 HR 1st Mate Offshore Special on September 5, 2026 • 4 adults

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.

Brian Butts
Response from Captain

Thanks for booking with us!

Jeffrey Carder
Jeffrey Carder
us
Ohio, US
•
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
First time and best time
Sunset Special 4pm to sunset on July 9, 2026 • 5 adults

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.

Reported catch:
Salmon

FAQs about Sea Flea Charters LLC

Sea Flea Charters LLC offers the following trips to customers:
  • 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)
When you book a trip with Sea Flea Charters LLC, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet The boat has a very clean bathroom.
  • Air conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia system
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Sea Flea Charters LLC include:
  • 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)
Sea Flea Charters LLC offers the following types of fishing:
  • 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
Sea Flea Charters LLC offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
Top targeted fish species with Sea Flea Charters LLC include:
  • Brown Trout
  • Burbot
  • Perch (Yellow)
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Walleye

Your captain

Brian Butts
Brian Butts

Grand Haven, Michigan, United States

2 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
194 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since November 2018
Angler's Choice

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.

Brian Butts
Brian Butts
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
2
reports
194
reviews
2018
member since
~1h
response
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.

The fish you can target

Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Burbot
Burbot
Yellow Perch
Yellow Perch
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon
Walleye
Walleye
Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Burbot
Burbot
Yellow Perch
Yellow Perch
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon

Real catches by this captain

  • AWESOMMMEEEEEEEE
    Tracey J.
    Tracey J.
  • besr trip ever great captain and great crew
    Jason V.
    Jason V.
  • Grand Slam
    Richard M.
    Richard M.
  • Awesome first fishing trip!
    Sarah L.
    Sarah L.
  • Absolutely Epic
    Brian W.
    Brian W.
  • First time and best time
    Jeffrey C.
    Jeffrey C.
  • Wonderful experience!
    Josh M.
    Josh M.
  • Biggest fish I’ve ever caught!
    Austin W.
    Austin W.
  • Great trip
    Scott C.
    Scott C.
  • Great Experience!
    Robert C.
    Robert C.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
39 ft
Year built
1991
Restored in
2017
Boat manufacturer
Tiara
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Crusaders
Powered by
2 x 350HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
Lake Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
The boat has a very clean bathroom.
Air conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Live bait well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Multimedia system
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
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

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
All ages are welcome; life vests provided
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Disabled accessible

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

 Cash

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

 PayPal

 Bank transfer

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Grand Haven right now

Brown TroutBrown Trout
Perch (Yellow)Perch (Yellow)
Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
Salmon (Chinook)Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)Salmon (Coho)
WalleyeWalleye

Compare similar fishing charters

Current
Sea Flea Charters LLC
Sea Flea Charters LLC
5.0
(194)
39 ft
Group size 1 - 6
1 - 6
Fish 1
Fish 2
+5
4 hour trip • 6 persons
US $790