Playtime Sportfishing 

4.8/5 (11 reviews)
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Federally permitted
 1784 Southeast 15th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316, United States

Playtime Sportfishing 

 
Federally permitted
4.8/5 (11 reviews)
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1784 Southeast 15th Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States
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Playtime Sportfishing is founded by Capt. James Brayton. Located in Fort Lauderdale operating out of Port Everglades Inlet, Capt James Brayton started off at a young age moving into sportfishing at the early age of 13.

Capt. James runs a 38’ Hatteras with a huge cockpit, rocker launcher, livewell and set of 35ft outriggers. With room for six passengers and a toilet on board for your convenience this Hatteras meets your comfort. The inside salon is fully air-conditioned and enclosed.

This 38 Hatteras is equipped with a spacious salon and restroom being fully air conditioned and a pair of 330hp Cummins providing the boat plenty of power and efficiency on your trip. With a total of 660 total horsepower the boat will capable of fishing any depths saving time from spot to spot.

The boat will be fully loaded with an ice chest for you’re drinks, beverages and food, as well as a cooler for you’re catch of the day. Fish cleaning services are provied at the end of the trip free of cost. All licenses and permits are aboard the vessel and provided for the trip. Top of the line tackle and rods are covered featuring Shimano’s most updated tackle.

A first mate will be aboard allowing a effective day of fishing. A 18-25% tip is customary for you’re mates hard work.

Our trips offer the perfect day for you and you’re group, targeting all depths, areas and techniques for the days conditions. We target offshore pelagic species including Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, King Mackerel, Wahoo, Tuna, Bonita, Big Game Sharks and more.

All safety equipment is provided guaranteeing a safe day on the water. Kids of all ages are welcome as well as all life jackets and saftey equipment being provided.

Your days fishing experience has now come. Book now to come aboard and make a memorable time out of your great experience with Playtime Sportfishing.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 11 reviews
Boat
4.6/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.7/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (25)

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Angler rating

9
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

91%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews
Showing: 5 of 11 reviews
Brooke E.
Brooke E.
5.0/5

Oct 18, 2025

3 Hour Trip – Kids/Beginners (AM)

Great Time!

VERIFIED
NEW

Booked 3 hour charter with Capt Jim for my son’s 11th birthday. He was awesome about communicating with me in advance about what to expect and even called the night before to update regarding the conditions. Each of the boys caught a fish & had a great time, which exactly what we had hoped for! His first mate was also kind & super helpful. Just a great time all around!

Booked 3 hour charter with Capt Jim for my son’s 11th birthday. He was awesome about communicating with me in advance about what...  

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 Brooke E. recommends Playtime Sportfishing
 Brooke E. recommends Playtime Sportfishing

David W.
David W.
5.0/5

Aug 6, 2025

4 Hour Trip (AM)

Morning trip 8/6/2025

VERIFIED

Dylan and Capt Jen were awesome. Great communication and attitudes. We had a great 4 hours catching fish & I was able to land a trophy barracuda. I have been on several private charters before but this was an amazing experience & it was truly because of their efforts & expertise. Great for all skilll levels, ie— my wife’s 1st time catching and reeling one in

Dylan and Capt Jen were awesome. Great communication and attitudes. We had a great 4 hours catching fish & I was able to land...  

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 David W. recommends Playtime Sportfishing
 David W. recommends Playtime Sportfishing
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 8, 2025
Thank you very much David, it was great having you and your family on board and we’re glad you had a great time. Please don’t hesitate to give us a call next time you’re guys are in town.

Stephanie R.
Stephanie R.
5.0/5

Aug 30, 2025

4 Hour Trip (AM)

Great time fishing!!!

VERIFIED

We had a great day with captain jimmy and Nick! We caught a bunch of Bonita’s, barracudas, red snapper, and even landed a trophy SAILFISH!! The captain and mate made our fishing experience excellent and we would love to fish with them again!

We had a great day with captain jimmy and Nick! We caught a bunch of Bonita’s, barracudas, red snapper, and even landed a trophy...  

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 Stephanie R. recommends Playtime Sportfishing
 Stephanie R. recommends Playtime Sportfishing
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on September 5, 2025
Thank you Stephanie for taking your time to write this review. It was a pleasure having you guys on the boat with us. I am excited that we hooked up on a once in a lifetime Fish for you guys’s 5th anniversary. Hope to see you guys back out fishing with us in the future

Mario F.
Mario F.
5.0/5

Oct 3, 2025

5 Hour Trip (AM)

great time

VERIFIED

both jimmy and dylan are professionals. They made it a great experience. we caught a great haul and will definitely be returning to do some sailfishing in the future.

both jimmy and dylan are professionals. They made it a great experience. we caught a great haul and will definitely be returning...  

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 Mario F. recommends Playtime Sportfishing
 Mario F. recommends Playtime Sportfishing

Ashley B.
Ashley B.
5.0/5

Jul 14, 2025

Trolling trip only

Fantastic time

VERIFIED

The overall experience was fantastic. The boat and equipment was well maintained and the captain and mate were so friendly and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this charter company

The overall experience was fantastic. The boat and equipment was well maintained and the captain and mate were so friendly and...  

 Ashley B. recommends Playtime Sportfishing
1 person finds this review helpful
 Ashley B. recommends Playtime Sportfishing
1 person finds this review helpful

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3 Hour Trip – Kids/Beginners (AM)
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US $625 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3 Hour Trip – Kids/Beginners (PM)
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3 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
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US $625 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip – Big Game Sharks
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4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $800 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip (AM)
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US $825 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip (PM)
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US $825 
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5 Hour Trip (AM)
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US $1,000 
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US $1,000 
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6 Hour Trip (AM)
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US $1,200 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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US $1,200 
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8 Hour Trip
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US $1,600 
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 11 reviews
Boat
4.6/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.7/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (25)

Great Time!
Great Time!
Great Time!
+22

Angler rating

9
1
1
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

91%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews
Showing: 5 of 11 reviews
Brooke E.
Brooke E.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Time!

VERIFIED
NEW

3 Hour Trip – Kids/Beginners (AM) on October 18, 2025

Booked 3 hour charter with Capt Jim for my son’s 11th birthday. He was awesome about communicating with me in advance about what to expect and even called the night before to update regarding the conditions. Each of the boys caught a fish & had a great time, which exactly what we had hoped for! His first mate was also kind & super helpful. Just a great time all around!

Booked 3 hour charter with Capt Jim for my son’s 11th birthday. He was awesome about communicating with me in advance about what to expect and even called the night before to update regarding the conditions. Each of the boys caught a fish & had a great time, which exactly what we had hoped for! His first mate was also kind & super helpful. Just a great time all around!  

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 Brooke E. recommends Playtime Sportfishing

David W.
David W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Morning trip 8/6/2025

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip (AM) on August 6, 2025

Dylan and Capt Jen were awesome. Great communication and attitudes. We had a great 4 hours catching fish & I was able to land a trophy barracuda. I have been on several private charters before but this was an amazing experience & it was truly because of their efforts & expertise. Great for all skilll levels, ie— my wife’s 1st time catching and reeling one in

Dylan and Capt Jen were awesome. Great communication and attitudes. We had a great 4 hours catching fish & I was able to land a trophy barracuda. I have been on several private charters before but this was an amazing experience & it was truly because of their efforts & expertise. Great for all skilll levels, ie— my wife’s 1st time catching and reeling one in  

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 David W. recommends Playtime Sportfishing
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 8, 2025
Thank you very much David, it was great having you and your family on board and we’re glad you had a great time. Please don’t hesitate to give us a call next time you’re guys are in town.

Stephanie R.
Stephanie R.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great time fishing!!!

VERIFIED

4 Hour Trip (AM) on August 30, 2025

We had a great day with captain jimmy and Nick! We caught a bunch of Bonita’s, barracudas, red snapper, and even landed a trophy SAILFISH!! The captain and mate made our fishing experience excellent and we would love to fish with them again!

We had a great day with captain jimmy and Nick! We caught a bunch of Bonita’s, barracudas, red snapper, and even landed a trophy SAILFISH!! The captain and mate made our fishing experience excellent and we would love to fish with them again!  

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 Stephanie R. recommends Playtime Sportfishing
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on September 5, 2025
Thank you Stephanie for taking your time to write this review. It was a pleasure having you guys on the boat with us. I am excited that we hooked up on a once in a lifetime Fish for you guys’s 5th anniversary. Hope to see you guys back out fishing with us in the future

Mario F.
Mario F.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

great time

VERIFIED

5 Hour Trip (AM) on October 3, 2025

both jimmy and dylan are professionals. They made it a great experience. we caught a great haul and will definitely be returning to do some sailfishing in the future.

both jimmy and dylan are professionals. They made it a great experience. we caught a great haul and will definitely be returning to do some sailfishing in the future.  

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 Mario F. recommends Playtime Sportfishing

Ashley B.
Ashley B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fantastic time

VERIFIED

Trolling trip only on July 14, 2025

The overall experience was fantastic. The boat and equipment was well maintained and the captain and mate were so friendly and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this charter company

The overall experience was fantastic. The boat and equipment was well maintained and the captain and mate were so friendly and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this charter company  

 Ashley B. recommends Playtime Sportfishing
1 person finds this review helpful

FAQs about Playtime Sportfishing

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
38 ft
Year built
1965
Restored in
2018
Boat manufacturer
Hatteras
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
2 x 330HP
Max cruising speed
28 knots
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