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
372
Reviews
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My Charter Listing

Apex Charters And Rentals

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

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 372 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Great trip, lots of fish
Great trip, lots of fish
Great trip, lots of fish
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
91%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
89%
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Blaine L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Amazingly great time for n Destin

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip โ€“ Going Big on September 22, 2024
What an amazing time we had on our 8 hour charter. Captain James was as good as it gets. He was extremely helpful and knowledgeable...
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Frank R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Experience

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore on June 7, 2025
Captain James Scott is very knowledgeable, experienced in finding fish, and concerned about an enjoyable but safe event. I...
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Matthew F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Would come back!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore on October 23, 2024
First time fishing in Destin for my girlfriend and I. Did not disappoint. Captain James was extremely knowledgeable, put us...
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Zach K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip for adults and kids.

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip โ€“ Offshore on October 2, 2024
Two Dads and our sons (ages 5,7, and 7) had a blast and caught tons of fish.ย  James was great with the kids, let them catch...
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Terry J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with James

VERIFIED   NEW  8 Hour Trip โ€“ Going Big on September 3, 2025
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