Captain
James Scott

Member since March 2021 Destin, United States
Background
Captan James is a longtime angler with a great personality. He loves working outdoors and has a desire to always improve. Charters are extremely work-intensive but can also be very rewarding. He loves to see smiles on his clients' faces, especially the kids. The captain lived in the Philippines for 5 years where he honed his fishing skills. He has the knowledge and the drive to make sure each trip is successful. His main goal is safety first, and a great adventure as a close second.
Techniques
Captain James is a versatile angler knowledgeable in all forms and technics. His personal favorite would be handlining, but on charters, medium rods with big fish are a blast. From trolling to bottom fishing, he will get you on the fish.

Hey, I'm Captain James Scott

Destin, United States
Background
Captan James is a longtime angler with a great personality. He loves working outdoors and has a desire to always improve. Charters are extremely work-intensive but can also be very rewarding. He loves to see smiles on his clients' faces, especially the kids. The captain lived in the Philippines for 5 years where he honed his fishing skills. He has the knowledge and the drive to make sure each trip is successful. His main goal is safety first, and a great adventure as a close second.
Techniques
Captain James is a versatile angler knowledgeable in all forms and technics. His personal favorite would be handlining, but on charters, medium rods with big fish are a blast. From trolling to bottom fishing, he will get you on the fish.
Anglers Choice
342
Reviews
8
Fishing Reports
Verified

My Charter Listing

Apex Charters And Rentals

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(342 reviews)
Angler's choice
Destin
 6 bookings in the past week.
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $725

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 342 reviews
See details
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (454)
Fishing with James
Fishing with James
June fishing trip
+451
Angler rating
327
13
2
0
0
Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
91%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
88%
Sort by:
Featured  
Showing:
5 of 342 reviews
Jordan H.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing After A Hurricane

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip – Going Big on September 14, 2024
Went out a few days after a hurricane blew through. Captain James worked tirelessly throughout our 8 hour trip and did everything...
Jordan H. recommends Apex Charters And Rentals
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Jordan H. recommends Apex Charters And Rentals
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Read more
Eric B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Tight lines

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Offshore on December 6, 2024
Great trip, caught our limit of Snapper. Awesome guide. Totally recommend.
Eric B. recommends Apex Charters And Rentals
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Eric B. recommends Apex Charters And Rentals
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Thomas M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Offshore on November 25, 2024
Captain James was very friendly and he put us on fish caught a 200+ pound shark
Thomas M. recommends Apex Charters And Rentals
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Thomas M. recommends Apex Charters And Rentals
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Zachary T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great captain!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Offshore on October 24, 2024
Great captain James that helped us land lots of fish and was patient with my young son!
Zachary T. recommends Apex Charters And Rentals
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Zachary T. recommends Apex Charters And Rentals
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Lewis D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Offshore on September 18, 2024
Captain James Scott is a first class guide all the way. Will go above and beyond to find the fish.
Lewis D. recommends Apex Charters And Rentals
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Lewis D. recommends Apex Charters And Rentals
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
  • Settings