Charter Operator
Captain Buddyโ€™s

Member since March 2020 Hilton Head Island, United States
Background
Captain Buddy has been fishing for his entire life. He's no stranger to an adventure as he's fished across 5 continents. He comes from just down the road in Savannah so he's has a lifelong knowledge of the bodies of water around here. He loves the inshore and ocean environment and teaching people how to fish there.

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Hilton Head Island, United States
Background
Captain Buddy has been fishing for his entire life. He's no stranger to an adventure as he's fished across 5 continents. He comes from just down the road in Savannah so he's has a lifelong knowledge of the bodies of water around here. He loves the inshore and ocean environment and teaching people how to fish there.
Our Team
Jay S.
Captain
Buddy B.
Captain
Casey B.
Business associate

My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(1009 reviews)
Hilton Head Island
 5 bookings in the past week.
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $400
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(66 reviews)
Hilton Head Island
 Last booking: 2 days ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $450

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 1075 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (1490)
Great boys trip
New to inshore fishing
New to inshore fishing
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
92%
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Christine D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Caught a shark, took home some crab!

VERIFIED   3 Hour Crabbing and Sharking - 7:00 AM on October 13, 2025
Not only did we catch a shark and learn about crabbing, but we saw dolphins, eagles, oyster beds, and so many coastal birds....
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Mike K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Captain

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore Fishing on September 6, 2025
Jay was professional, informative, and has a great personality. Got us on the fish quick and kept us there. Massive...
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Brian L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Last minute and awesome!

VERIFIED   4 hour Inshore Fishing - 11:00 AM on April 25, 2025
On a whim wanted to go fishing. Booked about 15 hours prior and Cpt Buddy accommodated. Very professional and fun...
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Shelbie S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Simplythe best... better than all the rest..

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore (11AM) on January 1, 2026
Iโ€™ve taken a lot of fishing charters, and this is by far one of the best guides weโ€™ve ever had. Buddy knows all the great...
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Daniel P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Trip with a Pro Guide

VERIFIED   4 hour Inshore Fishing on October 12, 2025
Booked this short trip with Captain Buddy for my Son. Captain Buddy provided a skilled no hassle fishing outting despite slightly...
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