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Fishing Guide Captain Tom Hinterschied invites you to Lake Okeechobee, Florida to fish for Largemouth Bass. Join an experienced fisherman with a wealth of local knowledge. Set your own record or just simply break one!

Capt. Tom’s goal is to get you that 10lb Okeechobee ‘hawg’. Even if you don’t end up with double-digit Largemouth Bass, rest assured that Capt. Tom will work hard to put you on top of the hottest bite. He knows the area like the back of his hand and works only with the methods that work best.

The lake has a lot of weed beds, where you will be able to use live bait or artificials. You will be fishing heavy cover with less soft plastic. Light tackle, fly fishing, and spinning will be your technique for the day.

Fishing Guide Captain Tom Hinterschied will take you out aboard the ‘Dolphin’, a 22’ flats boat. This comfortable vessel can run pretty fast and shallow. There is enough space for up to 6 anglers. The Dolphin is rigged with a GPS, a fishfinder, an icebox, and professional gear.

Your trip will come with the use of quality rods, reels, tackle, lures, or fly fishing equipment. If you are over 16 years old or under 65, you will need to buy a freshwater fishing license. Live bait is extra and needs to be purchased in advance.

All Largemouth Bass caught an be either released or kept, depending on your personal preferences.



About the Captain

Tom Hinterschied
Okeechobee, Florida, United States
50 Fishing Reports
ID & License verified
298 Customer reviews
Response time 5 hours
Member since February 2015
I am a native of south Florida and an Army veteran. I Grew up fishing in south Florida with my father and grand father. I grew up near the water so fishing after school was a daily event. I have been making my living fishing for the past 15 years and before that as a marine mechanic. I love taking people fishing, whether beginner or old salt I have a blast.

About this listing

Targeted species

Alligator Gar Alligator Gar
Bass (Largemouth) Largemouth Bass
Bass (Peacock) Peacock Bass
Bowfin Bowfin

Boat specs

Dolphin (Bass boat) originally built in 2010. Powered by a 90HP Yamah engine.

Length
22 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Lake Fishing
Lake Okeechobee

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing
Handline

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Ice Box
Radio

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Soda, water
Fly Fishing Equipment

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
No min age; vests provided
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating Summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 13 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Angler Rating
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Anglers Claimed
Good experience
91%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
85%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Catch intended fish
70%
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Susan L.
Orlando, Florida
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VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 5, 2021
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VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on January 22, 2021
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Stephen R.
Brandon, Florida
Excellent
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Great day with Tom

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on March 16, 2017
Captain Tom made this trip a great experience for me and my son. As novice fishermen, we needed his guidance and expertise...
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Henry T.
Boynton Beach, FL
Excellent
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Excellent
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Half day with Captain Tom

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on March 21, 2019
Tom was knowledgeable, affable and ran a great trip. One of the best days on the water ever and a great catch.
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Beverly G.
Cape Fair, MO
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Full day with Capt Tom

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on January 19, 2019
Had a great day fishing with Capt. Tom ! He went out of his way “literally” to make sure we had a memorable day on...
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FAQs about Fishing Guide Capt Tom - Bass

Fishing Guide Capt Tom - Bass offers the following trips to customers:
  • $475 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • $475 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • $575 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Bass Fishing (6 hours)
  • $675 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Fishing Guide Capt Tom - Bass, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Ice Box
  • Radio

Trips booked with Fishing Guide Capt Tom - Bass include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Soda, water)
  • Fly Fishing Equipment

Fishing Guide Capt Tom - Bass offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing (Lake Okeechobee)

Fishing Guide Capt Tom - Bass offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing
  • Handline

Top targeted fish species with Fishing Guide Capt Tom - Bass include:
  • Alligator Gar
  • Bass (Largemouth)
  • Bass (Peacock)
  • Bowfin
  • Catfish
  • Clown Knife Fish
  • Pike (Northern)
  • Snakehead
  • Tilapia