Fish Hand Guide Service LLC

When searching for a superior bass fishing guide, look no further than Fish Hand Guide Service. Captain Dan has over 30 years of experience fishing both freshwater and saltwater, and he would love to make your day on the water a memorable one.

You’ll be fishing from a 21’ Ranger bass boat, which is equipped with the latest Garmin electronics. The boat accommodates up to 3 guests but even 4 is possible.

There are lots of fishing grounds to choose from and some of them are the famous Headwaters Lake (rated #1 in Florida), Stick Marsh/Farm 13, Lake Garcia, and Blue Cypress Lake. To make the most of your trip and give you the best chance of catching your "personal best", the captain may suggest which lake to fish and the best techniques to use on your outing. Get in touch in advance to plan you meeting location.

Your guide will provide all needed equipment and instruction for catching Largemouth Bass and other freshwater fish species. You’ll enjoy fishing in beautiful surroundings filled with a wide variety of birds and other aquatic wildlife. Be on the lookout for the American Alligator which inhabits the area and is seen regularly while fishing. A fishing license, sunglasses, sunblock, and a camera are "must-have" items on this "Great Florida Adventure".

Fishing and viewing wildlife on Florida’s lakes and marshes is a great way to immerse yourself in nature. Join Fish Hand Guide Service and explore one of Florida’s greatest treasures!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip
    In demand! Last booked: 6 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    US $400
    This short trip is a great introduction to the world of fishing, especially if you're bringing your kids along. The captain makes an exception for families – max. capacity is 4 instead of 3 if you have 2 kids. Your main target will be Largemouth Bass. Your guide will provide the fishing equipment, just make sure to obtain a freshwater fishing license.
  • Private trip
    4 Hr PM Trip – Prior Approval
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    US $400
    A 4-hour afternoon fishing trip. It will start approximately 4 hours before dark. Departure times vary depending on the time of year.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    US $500
    This 6-hour trip is adjusted to fit everyone's needs and skill levels. Even if this is your first time fishing – feel free to join! You'll target Largemouth Bass but some other species could bite as well. Bring your snacks and drinks, and make sure to obtain a freshwater fishing license. Departure times are flexible.
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    US $600
    Fish for Largemouth Bass and other freshwater fish species on east-central Florida lakes and marshes. Departure times are flexible to your needs. Fishing equipment will be provided, just make sure to purchase a freshwater license. With prior planning, special excursions can be made. Fishing other Florida lakes, such as Lake Okeechobee, Lake Istapoga, and the Kissimmee Chain of Lakes, and many others, are all available.

FAQs about Fish Hand Guide Service LLC

Fish Hand Guide Service LLC offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hr PM Trip – Prior Approval (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Fish Hand Guide Service LLC, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS Garmin ECHOMAP Plus 93SV
  • Fishfinder Garmin EHCOMAP Plus 93SV
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Fish Hand Guide Service LLC include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano, Daiwa)
  • Lures
  • Drinks (bottled water)

Fish Hand Guide Service LLC offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing

Fish Hand Guide Service LLC offers the following fishing technique:
  • Light Tackle

Top targeted fish species with Fish Hand Guide Service LLC include:
  • Bass (Largemouth)

Meet the Captain

Dan Hand
Fellsmere, Florida, United States
3 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
24 Customer reviews
Response time 9 hours
Member since January 2020
I have been an avid fisherman for over 35 years. I have a wide variety of fishing experience in both freshwater and saltwater throughout the southeastern United States and the Bahamas. I offer guided fishing trips for Largemouth Bass and other freshwater fish species in east-central Florida. Every guest is welcome, regardless of their skill level.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Largemouth) Largemouth Bass

Boat specs

Ranger (Bass boat) originally built in 2003. Powered by a 250HP Suzuki engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 60 knots.

Length
21 ft
Capacity
3 persons

Types of fishing

Lake Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle

Amenities

GPS
Garmin ECHOMAP Plus 93SV
Fishfinder
Garmin EHCOMAP Plus 93SV
Live Bait Well
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Shimano, Daiwa
Lures
Drinks
bottled water

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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
PayPal
Checks

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 24 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Richard O.
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Awesome guide Awesome trip

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hr PM Trip – Prior Approval on March 30, 2024
Excellent guide with great knowledge pod the area Don’t look any further
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Jodi M.
Waterford, MS
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Great day with Captain Dan!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on July 15, 2023
My husband and I had a great day on Headwaters with Captain Dan. Such a nice guy, waited on us hand and foot, and he gave us...
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Jeff W.
Lake Worth, FL
Excellent
4.3 / 5
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Very good
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Very good
4.0 / 5
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Fishing with Dan

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on May 22, 2023
Captain Dan was excellent. He worked extremely hard all morning to keep us on the fish as we searched for the giants. Completely...
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Stephen A.
Cocoa, FL
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6 hr trip with fish hands

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on May 1, 2023
Dan was great. Had a great time and got us on some nice fish including a 7 lb bass and some Gar. Wonderful wildlife and birds....
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Carl B. J.
Naples, FL
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Half day with Dan Hand

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on June 17, 2023
Great trip caught my personal best
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