Join Tim Loftis Fishing for a fun day on Lake Okeechobee! Captain Tim has been fishing in the area since the late ‘80s, so saying he’s experienced is an understatement. He knows these waters like the back of his palm and he’s your man if you’re hoping to learn lots of useful fishing tricks. Each trip can be adjusted to meet your needs, as long as you communicate everything in advance.

The newest addition to Capt. Tim’s charter is a 23’ Key West boat, built in 2021. This brand new bay boat is powered by a 250 HP Mercury engine and features Garmin GPS with depth finders. There’s also a Minn Kota wireless trolling engine and twin power poles to hold the boat on the spot. You’ll also find a built in cooler for drinks and dry boxes for storage.

Your main target for the day is Largemouth Bass but you can also get your hands on Crappie, Sunfish, and Snook. It depends if you stay in the lake or visit the Everglades. Crappie is one of the tastiest panfish you’ll ever find and here you have the chance to catch them on your own. You can keep this fish and the captain will clean it for you free of charge. Bass and other species are being released back.

Capt. Tim is fully equipped with all the tackle and rods you’ll need for whatever you fish for. You will be required to purchase your fishing license for the trip. You will also have to pay for any live bait used. Some snacks and bottled water are provided but feel free to bring your own.

Tim Loftis Fishing welcomes you, your family, and friends on a day of adventure!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $350
    The unique thing about fishing in Florida on the Lake Okeechobee and Everglades is that you can fish here all year around. Bass, Bluegill Crappie, and Sunfish. Don't forget to purchase your fishing license. Artificial bait is included in the price, but there is a fee for live bait ($18-22 a dozen).
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $450
    This 6-hour adventure will take you after Crappie, Largemouth Bass, and Sunfish. Keep your share of Crappie and prepare for the tastiest dinner. All fishing equipment is covered by the captain. Don't forget to purchase your fishing license. Artificial bait is included in the price, but there is a fee for live bait ($18-22 a dozen).
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $550
    You'll most likely be fishing for Largemouth Bass. Artificial bait is included in the price but there's an extra charge for live bait. Let the captain know how you imagined your day on the water, so he can adjust everything. Artificial bait is included in the price, but there is a fee for live bait ($18-22 a dozen).
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FAQs about Tim Loftis Fishing

Tim Loftis Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $350 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Tim Loftis Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well 2 airreated livewells
  • Wireless Trolling Motor 112 lb thrust minn kota I pilot
  • Ice Box Built in cooler

Trips booked with Tim Loftis Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (I have all tackle available for what we fish for)
  • Live Bait (Live bait is purchased by clients)
  • Lures (I have all lures we will be using)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (I can clean your catch or I have somebody else als)
  • Snacks (You can bring your own and I will have some)
  • Drinks (I will have water but you can bring also)
  • Fishing License (You will need to go online and buy those)
  • Fly Fishing Equipment (If you have a fly rod I'm ok with that only bluegi)

Tim Loftis Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing (Everglades )
  • Lake Fishing (Lake okeechobee)

Tim Loftis Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle (Light rods for bluegill crappie)
  • Heavy Tackle (7'6 medium heavy rods with ambassador reels )
  • Spinning (Spring reels available. Right and left hand)

Top targeted fish species with Tim Loftis Fishing include:
  • Bass (Largemouth)
  • Crappie
  • Snook
  • Sunfish

Meet the Captain

Tim Loftis
Clewiston, Florida, United States
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
12 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since May 2020
I do Lake Okeechobee, Everglades trips, and river trips. I've been on Lake Okeechobee since the late 80s and have been guiding for 5 years now. I do have a regular 40 hour week job and I’m available on Fri, Sat, Sundays, and all major holidays. You can contact me and request me to be your guide.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Largemouth) Largemouth Bass
Crappie Crappie
Snook Snook
Sunfish Sunfish

Boat specs

Key west (Bay boat) originally built in 2021. Powered by a 250HP Mercury engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 53 knots.

Length
23 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Everglades
Lake Fishing
Lake okeechobee

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Light rods for bluegill crappie
Heavy Tackle
7'6 medium heavy rods with ambassador reels
Spinning
Spring reels available. Right and left hand

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
2 airreated livewells
Wireless Trolling Motor
112 lb thrust minn kota I pilot
Ice Box
Built in cooler

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
I have all tackle available for what we fish for
Live Bait
Live bait is purchased by clients
Lures
I have all lures we will be using
Catch cleaning & filleting
I can clean your catch or I have somebody else als
Snacks
You can bring your own and I will have some
Drinks
I will have water but you can bring also
Fishing License
You will need to go online and buy those
Fly Fishing Equipment
If you have a fly rod I'm ok with that only bluegi

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 agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
Children are allowed. Will need to have own life j
No Smoking
Smoking is allowed
No Alcohol
Beer is allowed
You Keep Catch
Bluegill and crappie only.
Catch and Release Allowed
Only on bass
Catch and Release Mandatory
All bass are released

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

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 12 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (8)
Personal best!!!!!
Personal best!!!!!
Fishing trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
92%
Appropriate for children
89%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
100%
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Robert T.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Personal best!!!!!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on February 23, 2024
My brother and his teenage son visited from up north and wanted to go fishing. Captain Tim was the perfect guide for us. We...
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Doug L.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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February fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on February 3, 2024
Captain Tim with above and beyond his responsibility to make sure we had a good trip .
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Yury T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on January 12, 2024
Fish biting not so good but we cought some 12”, 13”. Live bait only.
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Alberto I.
Miami, Florida
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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May fishing trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on May 5, 2023
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Jerry M. J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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April fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip on April 16, 2023
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