Jurassic Park Fishing Charters 

5.0/5 (187 reviews)
 1455 Lake Ida Road, Delray Beach, FL 33444, United States

Jurassic Park Fishing Charters 

Delray Beach, FL, United States
20 ft
4
5.0/5 (187 reviews)

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Who wants a freshwater adventure?! Only 2 miles from the coast, you can join Jurassic Park Fishing Charters on the Ida Lake chain. Captain John has been fishing here for over 25 years and wants to share his knowledge with other people. So leave the ocean for a day and come to these calm waters to relax.

You'll be fishing on a 2022 20' Avid Boats bay boat that accommodates up to 4 guests. This boat is powered by a Yamaha Vmax SHO engine and a wireless trolling motor. The best thing is that it takes only a few minutes to reach your fishing spot and start enjoying your trip.

Capt. John is an expert when it comes to catching Clown Knife Fish, Peacock Bass, and Snakehead. You can also go after Largemouth Bass, Crappie, and Hybrid Striped Bass. Choose if you want to target them using light tackle or fly fishing gear. Another advantage you have fishing with this charter

All fishing equipment is covered by the captain but feel free to bring your own if you want. He'll also prepare bottled water but feel free to bring other beverages and snacks. It's recommended to have your hats, sunscreen, and sunglasses with you.

A day of relaxation is right here. Join Jurassic Park Fishing Charters at the lake and have fun!

Who wants a freshwater adventure?! Only 2 miles from the coast, you can join Jurassic Park Fishing Charters on the Ida Lake chain. Captain John has been fishing here for over 25 years and wants to share his knowledge with other people. So leave the ocean for a day and come to these calm waters to relax.

You'll be fishing on a 2022 20' Avid Boats bay boat that accommodates up to 4 guests. This boat is powered by a Yamaha Vmax SHO engine and a wireless trolling motor. The best thing is that it takes only a few minutes to reach your fishing spot and start enjoying your trip.

Capt. John is an expert when it comes to catching Clown Knife Fish, Peacock Bass, and Snakehead. You can also go after Largemouth Bass, Crappie, and Hybrid Striped Bass. Choose if you want to target them using light tackle or fly fishing gear. Another advantage you have fishing with this charter

All fishing equipment is covered by the captain but feel free to bring your own if you want. He'll also prepare bottled water but feel free to bring other beverages and snacks. It's recommended to have your hats, sunscreen, and sunglasses with you.

A day of relaxation is right here. Join Jurassic Park Fishing Charters at the lake and have fun!

John Shanley
Captain
John Shanley
11 years of experience
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responds within an hour

Trip availability and prices

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2 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
2 hour trip multiple starting times (7:15 AM, 12:00 PM)
US $200
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip (AM)
In high demand Last booked: 5 days ago
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:15 AM
US $350
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:15 AM
US $450
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:15 AM
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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5.0
187 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

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100%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
99%
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Austin Hayes
Austin Hayes
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
New
fantastic charter
6 Hour Trip on July 8, 20263 adults

we had a amazing day on the water, tried for peacocks in the morning but unfortunately due to high water we couldnt get any but capt immediately switched gears and put us on the snakehead almost instantly, cant wait to come back again and hopefully catch even more

Reported catch:
Snakehead
Travis Marquess
Travis Marquess
Repeat angler
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2019
27 trips
5.0
Verified
Awesome Day of Fishing
4 Hour Trip (AM) on December 3, 20252 adults

As if catching a ton of fish was not enough, Capt John was amazing. I have done a ton of charters and there is always the chance of catching or not catching, but one thing remains constant regardless. You couldn’t ask for a better host/ captain to spend the day with. That is what I enjoy and is important to me. And Capt John is right up there with the top Captains I have ever went out with. Oh, btw we caught over 25 peacocks and also some largemouth and crappie. Thanks John. Keep up the good work and will definitely be coming back to go out with you fishing in the future.

Reported catch:
Peacock Bass
Largemouth Bass
Crappie
Derrel Kirkland
Derrel Kirkland
Repeat angler
us
Florida, US
Member since 2025
4 trips
4.7
Verified
New
Couple exotics checked off the bucket list!!
4 Hour Trip (AM) on July 19, 20264 adults

Had a great time aboard Capt. John’s boat! First time fishing for South Florida exotics and Capt. John put us on several Mayan Cichlids and peacock bass! My son caught a nice Peacock which was the highlight of the trip! Capt. John had plenty of live bait on board for us and kept fresh bait on our hooks all morning!

Reported catch:
Peacock Bass
Nathan Gansz
Nathan Gansz
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
New
Great Captain
6 Hour Trip on June 25, 20262 adults

Although we only caught a a few fish, Captain John was very knowledgeable on these waters he took us to the fish and we saw what we were after, but something had the bite turned off assuming it was the previous weather. Fun experience for what it was hope to get back out in the future when the fish are biting.

Reported catch:
Clown Knife Fish
Carol Bernstein
Carol Bernstein
us
New York, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
April fishing trip
2 Hour Trip on April 10, 20262 adults

I took my 13 year old grandson out today on Captain John’s boat, and he caught 3 hybrid stripers with his first 3 casts. After that he caught one more, and then we changed locations and he caught a clown knife fish. Beautiful morning of fishing, Captain John was a great guide and very knowledgeable and kind . Couldn’t have hoped for a better fishing experience!

Reported catch:
Clown Knife Fish
Hybrid Striped Bass

FAQs about Jurassic Park Fishing Charters

Jurassic Park Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $200 per group - 2 Hour Trip (2 hours)
  • US $200 per group - 2 Hour Trip - 12:00 PM (2 hours)
  • US $350 per group - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $550 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Jurassic Park Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor Minn kota i-pilot
Trips booked with Jurassic Park Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Drinks
  • Fly fishing equipment
Jurassic Park Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Lake fishing
  • Inshore fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Jurassic Park Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle (St croix rods)
  • Spinning (Shimano reels)
  • Fly fishing (Nautilus reels and allen rods )
Top targeted fish species with Jurassic Park Fishing Charters include:
  • Bass (Largemouth)
  • Bass (Peacock)
  • Clown Knife Fish
  • Crappie
  • Hybrid Striped Bass
  • Snakehead

Your captain

John Shanley
John Shanley
John Shanley

Delray Beach, Florida, United States

14 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
187 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since May 2021
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.

I have lived on the Lake Ida chain for over 25 years and I love that I get to do my favorite thing in the world every day. Living on the lake gives me the ability to have the most affordable rates and superior knowledge on the lake and surrounding area. I want to share my passion and knowledge for fishing with everyone!

14 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
187 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since May 2021
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.

I have lived on the Lake Ida chain for over 25 years and I love that I get to do my favorite thing in the world every day. Living on the lake gives me the ability to have the most affordable rates and superior knowledge on the lake and surrounding area. I want to share my passion and knowledge for fishing with everyone!

The fish you can target

Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Peacock Bass
Peacock Bass
Clown Knife Fish
Clown Knife Fish
Crappie
Crappie
Hybrid Striped Bass
Hybrid Striped Bass
Snakehead
Snakehead
Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Peacock Bass
Peacock Bass
Clown Knife Fish
Clown Knife Fish
Crappie
Crappie
Hybrid Striped Bass
Hybrid Striped Bass

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
20 ft
Year built
2022
Boat manufacturer
Avid boats
Boat type
Flats boat
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 115HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
St croix rods
Spinning
Shimano reels
Fly Fishing
Nautilus reels and allen rods

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Minn kota i-pilot

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Drinks
Fly fishing equipment

How cancellations work

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
Catch and release mandatory

How you can pay

Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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

 Bank transfer

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