Old Florida Charter Co. 

4.9
(81 reviews)
 1455 Lake Ida Road, Delray Beach, FL 33444, United States

Old Florida Charter Co. 

Delray Beach, FL, United States
21 ft
4
4.9
(81 reviews)

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Old Florida Charter Co. is a veteran-owned and operated business located near Palm Beach, Florida. Captain Garrett has been fishing for over 30 years and would love to share his passion with you. He will work hard to ensure you have a day filled with laughs and hooksets, memories that will last a lifetime, and hopefully a new friendship.

The freshwater lakes and canals of Southeast Florida, between Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach, provide over 50 miles of fishable area that are all interconnected. Largemouth Bass, Peacock Bass, Clown Knife Fish, Snakehead, and several other species call this system home. On these 4 to 8-hour trips, you can expect to use techniques such as light tackle, heavy tackle, fly fishing, jigging, top water, casting, and spinning gear. Trips often use a combination of live bait and artificial lures.

Your fishing adventure starts on a 21' Tracker Grizzly that can safely take up to 6 anglers. The boat comes with a wireless trolling motor.

Please make sure to buy a valid fishing license ahead of time for anyone 16 or older. Old Florida Charter Co. offers only catch and release on our freshwater trips, so any fish you catch will be returned to the water. The boat will be supplied with bottled water and you are welcome to bring your own drinks and snacks.

Captain Garrett is thankful for the opportunity to provide you with a world-class fishing trip. We hope that your first trip with us will be followed by many more for years to come!

Old Florida Charter Co. is a veteran-owned and operated business located near Palm Beach, Florida. Captain Garrett has been fishing for over 30 years and would love to share his passion with you. He will work hard to ensure you have a day filled with laughs and hooksets, memories that will last a lifetime, and hopefully a new friendship.

The freshwater lakes and canals of Southeast Florida, between Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach, provide over 50 miles of fishable area that are all interconnected. Largemouth Bass, Peacock Bass, Clown Knife Fish, Snakehead, and several other species call this system home. On these 4 to 8-hour trips, you can expect to use techniques such as light tackle, heavy tackle, fly fishing, jigging, top water, casting, and spinning gear. Trips often use a combination of live bait and artificial lures.

Your fishing adventure starts on a 21' Tracker Grizzly that can safely take up to 6 anglers. The boat comes with a wireless trolling motor.

Please make sure to buy a valid fishing license ahead of time for anyone 16 or older. Old Florida Charter Co. offers only catch and release on our freshwater trips, so any fish you catch will be returned to the water. The boat will be supplied with bottled water and you are welcome to bring your own drinks and snacks.

Captain Garrett is thankful for the opportunity to provide you with a world-class fishing trip. We hope that your first trip with us will be followed by many more for years to come!

Garrett Nalls
Captain
Garrett Nalls
10 years of experience
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Trip availability and prices

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4 HR - Lake Osborne / Ida (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Bass (Largemouth)
Bass (Peacock)
Crappie
Catfish
+6
US $400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 HR - Lake Osborne / Ida (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
Bass (Largemouth)
Bass (Peacock)
Crappie
Catfish
+5
US $400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 HR - Lake Osborne / Ida (3/4 Day)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Bass (Largemouth)
Bass (Peacock)
Crappie
Catfish
+6
US $500
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 HR - Lake Osborne / Ida (All Day)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Bass (Largemouth)
Bass (Peacock)
Crappie
Catfish
+6
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

4.9
81 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (131)

What anglers say

96%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
95%
Recommended
97%
Caught fish

All reviews (81)

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Sam Steerman
Sam Steerman
Repeat angler
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Great trip
4 HR - Lake Osborne / Ida (AM) on November 3, 20252 adults1 child

Entertaining, experienced captain got us all on fish the whole trip. Boat was large and comfortable for 3 anglers, could have handled another 1 or 2 easily. Essentially unlimited included live bait was super great to have on board. Highly recommend

Reported catch:
Largemouth Bass
Peacock Bass
Garrett Nalls
Response from Captain

Such a great day! Y'all brought your A games for sure!

Anthony Williams
Anthony Williams
Repeat angler
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
4.7
Verified
Canal Fishing
6 HR - Lake Osborne / Ida (3/4 Day) on May 17, 20262 adults

Captain had more fun when we caught fish than we did! lol. Good times. started slow but he put us on some fish. That's what we wanted!

Lon Teter
Lon Teter
us
New York, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
December fishing trip
6 HR - Lake Osborne / Ida (3/4 Day) on December 19, 20251 adult

Taylor Ray
Taylor Ray
us
Florida, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Garrett
4 HR - Lake Osborne / Ida (AM) on October 11, 20253 adults

Reported catch:
Peacock Bass
Largemouth Bass
Clown Knife Fish
Tilapia
Michael Thompson
Michael Thompson
au
Australia
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Hard working skipper with great personality
8 HR - Lake Osborne / Ida (All Day) on January 4, 20251 adult

Garrett was awesome. Was over from Australia and hadn’t done freshwater fishing in Florida before. My preference was lures which Garrett thought might be challenging in the prevailing conditions but nonetheless he put me on to fish including first Peacock Bass. Worked his ass off, very knowledgeable and patient but tells crap jokes :) Would highly recommend this experience to others. Cheers Michael

Reported catch:
Largemouth Bass
Peacock Bass

FAQs about Old Florida Charter Co.

Old Florida Charter Co. offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group - 4 HR - Lake Osborne / Ida (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group - 4 HR - Lake Osborne / Ida (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $500 per group - 6 HR - Lake Osborne / Ida (3/4 Day) (6 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 8 HR - Lake Osborne / Ida (All Day) (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Old Florida Charter Co., you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor Minn Kota Ulterra w/ i-Pilot link
Trips booked with Old Florida Charter Co. include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (In the vast majority of scenarios live bait will have already been caught before you step on the boat. Occasionally we will need to catch bait at the start of or during your trip. Time taken to catch or resupply bait DOES NOT COUNT towards your fishing ti)
  • Lures
  • Drinks (Bottled Water)
Old Florida Charter Co. offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (We fish lake Osborne and lake Ida as well as all connecting canals and waterways. )
  • Lake fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Old Florida Charter Co. offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly fishing
Top targeted fish species with Old Florida Charter Co. include:
  • Bass (Largemouth)
  • Bass (Peacock)
  • Bullhead
  • Catfish
  • Clown Knife Fish
  • Crappie
  • Hybrid Striped Bass
  • Snakehead
  • Sunfish
  • Tilapia

Your captain

Garrett Nalls
Garrett Nalls

Delray Beach, Florida, United States

82 Customer reviews
Typical response within 4 hours
Member since February 2022

I was started in sport fishing by my dad when I was only three years old and it's taken me around the world in pursuit of my own dreams. Now, over 30 years later that passion enables me to help others accomplish dreams of their own! Whether you're brand new to this lifestyle or you've been hooked for years, my greatest joy is helping you and your family find big fish and make even bigger memories!

Our Team
Garrett N.

Garrett N.

Captain

Eddie R.

Eddie R.

Captain

Garrett Nalls
Garrett Nalls
82
reviews
2022
member since
~4h
response
I was started in sport fishing by my dad when I was only three years old and it's taken me around the world in pursuit of my own dreams. Now, over 30 years later that passion enables me to help others accomplish dreams of their own! Whether you're brand new to this lifestyle or you've been hooked for years, my greatest joy is helping you and your family find big fish and make even bigger memories!
The crew
Garrett N.
Garrett N.
Captain
Eddie R.
Eddie R.
Captain

The fish you can target

Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Peacock Bass
Peacock Bass
Bullhead
Bullhead
Catfish
Catfish
Clown Knife Fish
Clown Knife Fish
Crappie
Crappie
Hybrid Striped Bass
Hybrid Striped Bass
Snakehead
Snakehead
Sunfish
Sunfish
Tilapia
Tilapia
Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Peacock Bass
Peacock Bass
Bullhead
Bullhead
Catfish
Catfish
Clown Knife Fish
Clown Knife Fish

Real catches by this captain

  • Canal Fishing
    Anthony W.
    Anthony W.
  • Great trip
    Sam S.
    Sam S.
  • Great time fishing
    Tony V.
    Tony V.
  • Great time
    Gabriel M.
    Gabriel M.
  • Fabulous day on the water!
    Alicia S.
    Alicia S.
  • Fishing with Garrett
    Tim S.
    Tim S.
  • Great way to end the family vacation!
    Chad O.
    Chad O.
  • Had a memorable experience
    Shane G.
    Shane G.
  • Wonderful experience!
    David B.
    David B.
  • Garrett put my boys and I on the fish!
    Brad G.
    Brad G.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
2015
Boat manufacturer
Tracker
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 90HP
Max cruising speed
26 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
We fish lake Osborne and lake Ida as well as all connecting canals and waterways.
Lake Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Minn Kota Ulterra w/ i-Pilot link
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
In the vast majority of scenarios live bait will have already been caught before you step on the boat. Occasionally we will need to catch bait at the start of or during your trip. Time taken to catch or resupply bait DOES NOT COUNT towards your fishing ti
Lures
Drinks
Bottled Water

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

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

Child friendly
Under 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Catch and release mandatory
We are a strictly catch and release outfit in the spirit of conservation and the preservation of trophy game fish populations for generations of future anglers.
Disabled accessible

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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

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 Bank transfer

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