Lake Okeechobee Charters

Do you want to explore Lake Okeechobee fishing charter the right way? Lake Okeechobee Charters is based in South Florida, and he was born and raised around Lake Okeechobee in the fishing industry, with over 20 years of fishing experience. He loves to share his knowledge and passion with other anglers, all while catching fish and having fun on the boat.

If you’re itching to experience some of the best fishing on Lake Okeechobee, Capt. Brett is your guy. He specializes in trophy Largemouth Bass and Crappie using live bait and/or artificial bait. We like to start just before sunrise but are open and flexible with your schedule.

Enjoy a comfortable high-end ride aboard a spacious 22’ Sterling boat powered by a 250 HP Suzuki engine for more security and speed. Its navigational electronics include a GPS, a fishfinder, and a VHF radio. There are custom fishing seats to ensure you have the most relaxing day out on the water. As well as that, the boat, an ice-box, additional Yeti cooler for any extras you wish to bring. There’s enough room for six guests to join.

The captain covers your gear, including fly fishing equipment and bottled water. You’ll need to prepare your fishing license and pack snacks and drinks for the day. Kids are welcome to join, but it’s best to let the captain know their age in advance to adjust the trip.

Join Lake Okeechobee Charters and experience what fishing is all about!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $350
    If you're an early bird and want to experience the morning bite looking for trophy Bass on Lake Okeechobee, this is the trip for you. This 4-hour (AM) trip is the perfect option! You'll explore Lake Okeechobee for species such as Largemouth Bass, and/or Crappie.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Lake Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Fly Fishing
    Jigging
    Popping
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Crappie
    Crappie
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $350
    If you're more of a late riser, maybe have kids, or your schedule only permits afternoons.N o problem, the sunset bite is a very good experience for trophy Bass on Lake Okeechobee. This 4-hour (PM) trip is the perfect option!
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Lake Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Fly Fishing
    Jigging
    Popping
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Crappie
    Crappie
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $450
    This trip is on Lake Okeechobee for 6 hours and will target trophy Largemouth Bass or Crappie. Make sure to get your fishing license in advance and pack some snacks. The captain covers your fishing equipment and bottled water.
    Types of fishing
    River Fishing
    Lake Fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Fly Fishing
    Jigging
    Popping
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Crappie
    Crappie
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $650
    This trip is on Lake Okeechobee for 8 hours and you'll have the chance to target trophy Largemouth Bass or Crappie. This is the most popular trip on the lake. The captain will provide you with all the necessary tackle as well as cooler and bottled water.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 28 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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Good experience
92%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
95%
Caught fish
88%
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Trip with Captain DJ

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip on August 27, 2024
Had a great time with Captain DJ today. He has an awesome boat and setup. Water temp was very warm which made getting on the...
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Sharon P.
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Great day trip, fun time!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on April 26, 2024
We had a great fishing trip with Captain Bobby Kimble. He not only helped us catch a number of fish, but he also made sure...
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Ken D.
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Captain Mills was great!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on March 27, 2024
March 27, 2024: Captain Mills is very attentive, great sense of humor. Put us on fish right away (we were using live shiners)....
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Kevin E.
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The Big O

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on May 22, 2024
DJ, our captain, was so amazing and knowledgeable about Lake Okeechobee and how the fishing was. Despite it being a slow day,...
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Michael S.
Excellent
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Great Captain

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on July 15, 2024
Had a great Captain who did all he could to get us on fish. Tried several different presentations and several different spots....
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FAQs about Lake Okeechobee Charters

Lake Okeechobee Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $350 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $350 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Lake Okeechobee Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Lake Okeechobee Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Drinks
  • Fly Fishing Equipment

Lake Okeechobee Charters offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing

Lake Okeechobee Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Lake Okeechobee Charters include:
  • Bass (Largemouth)
  • Crappie

Meet the Captain

Brett Isackson
Belle Glade, Florida, United States
ID & license verified
69 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since August 2020
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Captain Brett from Lauderdale has been fishing the waters of South Florida for over 25+ years and his fishing charters bring in some of the most consistent catches and the biggest fish. This is validated by his huge demand and repeat customer base. With such a passion for fishing, he's determined to ensure that everyone who boards his boat enjoys their trip and he's more than happy to pass on his years of experience. Don't take a chance on someone, take the sure bet!

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Largemouth) Largemouth Bass
Crappie Crappie

Boat specs

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2015
Boat manufacturer
Sterling
Boat type
Bay boat

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots

Types of fishing

Lake Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing

Amenities

Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Drinks
Fly Fishing Equipment

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
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Disabled Accessible

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
Visa
Mastercard
American Express