Captain

James Scott

Nationality: United States
Languages: English, Tagalog, Visaya,
Experience: 18 years

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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.

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Apex Charters And Rentals

State licensed

4.9 / 5

(395 reviews)

4.9 / 5

(395 reviews)

Angler's choice

Destin • 28 ft • 5 persons

Last booking: 5 hours ago

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Trips from US $725

Fishing Reports

The bite was crazy good.

Jun 6, 2025 Destin

Water was a bit rough but the bite was on. Limited out 3 passengers on mahi and snapper. Captain James Scott

First cobia of the year

Apr 17, 2025 Destin

Nice cobia today. Alot of big fish on the trip and was able to finish the day with a very nice cobia.

Calm water and a good bite

Sep 2, 2024 Destin

Mahi bite is still going strong. A few kings and alot of bonita. Action was non stop. Captain James

Bigger Mahi are in the area

Aug 28, 2024 Destin

Good size Mahi have arrived. Bite has been strong for the past week.

Fall cobia fishing

Oct 6, 2023 Destin

Cobia have been immigrating back through the Destin area. For the last few weeks we have been hooking up with a few larger sizes. Cobia is known for being one of the best eat fishing in salt water.

Red snapper season is booking quick

Feb 20, 2022 Destin

Looks like we are going to have another awesome red snapper season in the Destin area. The season is from the 2 week of June the the end of July. Season time frame is subject to changes by the state of Florida. Bookings are going quickly. Definitely don't wait too long to book before all of the dates are gone. We also predict another strong mahi summer season. Let us take you out send you home with some very tasty meat. Looking forward to our adventure on the water. Captain James Scott

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9 / 5

out of 5 stars from 395 reviews

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Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Experience

4.9 / 5

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5 stars		376
4 stars		17
3 stars		2
2 stars		0
1 star		0

Anglers claimed

Good experience
	96%
Friendly captain
	100%
Recommend this charter
	98%
Appropriate for children
	92%
Satisfied with the boat
	100%
Caught fish
	90%

Appropriate for children
	92%
Satisfied with the boat
	100%
Caught fish
	90%

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Daniel W.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

An Amazing day at sea!

VERIFIED 4 Hour Trip – Offshore (AM) on August 19, 2025

Daniel W.

5.0 / 5

Aug 19, 2025

4 Hour Trip – Offshore (AM)

The captain was very professional, there were some changes in the weather that the captain did a very good job of paying attention to, and letting me know before the trip even started. Captain James still had a great plan put together even with last minute changes. Was put on to some incredible fishing. Captain James was honest and fair. Will be using Apex charters again!!!!

The captain was very professional, there were some changes in the weather that the captain did a very good job of paying attention...

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James Scott (The Captain)

Replied on August 20, 2025

Thanks for a great review. Mother nature decided to test us today. We were able to make some adjustments and crushed some fish. I am glad we were able to have a successful trip and get back to the marina before the weather started to get worse. We managed to have about as good of a trip as we could have, despite mother nature. Captain James

James Scott (The Captain)

Replied on August 20, 2025

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Sarah H.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

So much fun!

VERIFIED 6 Hour Trip – Offshore on March 21, 2025

Sarah H.

5.0 / 5

Mar 21, 2025

6 Hour Trip – Offshore

So much fun!

VERIFIED

We caught fish for the cooler and then fought with amberjacks and the sharks who wanted to eat them for a while. It was so fun! There were dolphins playing around the boat, which was pretty amazing for this North Dakota girl. This trip was a gift for my husband’s 50th and it was worth every penny. Captain James is fun and professional. His boat is perfect. Definitely recommend.

We caught fish for the cooler and then fought with amberjacks and the sharks who wanted to eat them for a while. It was so...

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James Scott (The Captain)

Replied on March 21, 2025

Thanks for ab awesome review. The day started a bit chilly but the active kept us warm. It was one of those days we’re everything came together nicely. I had a blast with you both. Captain James

James Scott (The Captain)

Replied on March 21, 2025

Thanks for ab awesome review. The day started a bit chilly but the active kept us warm. It was one of those days we’re everything came together nicely. I had a blast with you both.

Captain James

Captain replied

Steve H.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Fishing with James

VERIFIED 6 Hour Trip – Offshore on September 17, 2025

Steve H.

5.0 / 5

Sep 17, 2025

6 Hour Trip – Offshore

Fishing with James

VERIFIED

Had a really nice trip with Captain James . He was very polite and professional. Boat and equipment were very nice and well maintained. Caught fish the whole time! I would recommend this charter .

Had a really nice trip with Captain James . He was very polite and professional. Boat and equipment were very nice and well...

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James Scott (The Captain)

Replied on September 23, 2025

thanks for a great review. Hopefully we can get back out in the future and see what we can get hooked up with. Captain James

James Scott (The Captain)

Replied on September 23, 2025

thanks for a great review. Hopefully we can get back out in the future and see what we can get hooked up with.

Captain James

Captain replied

Gregory F.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Fun Day with Captain James

VERIFIED 8 Hour Trip – Going Big on September 16, 2025

Gregory F.

5.0 / 5

Sep 16, 2025

8 Hour Trip – Going Big

Fun Day with Captain James

VERIFIED

Our group of four had a great day of fishing with Captain James. The sea was rough, but he worked hard to find the fish. The Captain is very passionate about fishing. Our group mainly caught Mahi Mahi and Amberjack.

Our group of four had a great day of fishing with Captain James. The sea was rough, but he worked hard to find the fish. The...

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James Scott (The Captain)

Replied on September 19, 2025

Thanks for a great review and a great day of fishing. We definitely need to get back out on the water and do it again. looking forward to our next adventure. Captain James

James Scott (The Captain)

Replied on September 19, 2025

Thanks for a great review and a great day of fishing. We definitely need to get back out on the water and do it again. looking forward to our next adventure.

Captain James

Captain replied

Kevin S.

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Great experience!

VERIFIED 8 Hour Trip – Going Big on September 12, 2025

Kevin S.

5.0 / 5

Sep 12, 2025

8 Hour Trip – Going Big

Great experience!

VERIFIED

My two sons and I had a fantastic time fishing with Captain James. He works really hard trying to put you on the fish. If you’re in the area and looking for a charter trip I highly recommend Captain James.

My two sons and I had a fantastic time fishing with Captain James. He works really hard trying to put you on the fish. If you’re...

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James Scott (The Captain)

Replied on September 24, 2025

Thank you for an outstanding review. Your group was a blast to spend the day with. Good fishing and good times. Captain James

James Scott (The Captain)

Replied on September 24, 2025

Thank you for an outstanding review. Your group was a blast to spend the day with. Good fishing and good times.

Captain James

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An Amazing day at sea!

So much fun!

So much fun!

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