First Light Exotic Species Charters
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First Light Exotic Species Charters

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(23 reviews)
• Angler's Choice
Map of West Palm Beach, FL, United States
2140 Oglethorpe Road
West Palm Beach, FL, United States
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Experience the thrill of a lifetime on the water with a local fishing expert. Join me for a day of nonstop action, reeling in bucket list species found only in South Florida. Peacock bass, clown knife fish, largemouth bass, and a list of other species found in our waterways

As a lifelong fisherman born and raised here, I know these waters like the back of my hand. I’ll take you to the hottest spots and provide all the gear needed to catch some of these beautiful fish.

My skiff has all the amenities and plenty of room to make your trip comfortable and successful. With a livewell full of pristine natural baits and a Stable casting platform its a recipe for a great day on the water.. When you book me as your guide, all you need to bring is your passion for angling.

Don’t miss out on the fishing experience of a lifetime in one of the best fresh water fisheries florida has to offer Reserve your trip today and prepare of a day of new experience and fun.

  • Live Bait
  • You Keep Catch
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • Child Friendly
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Food (Snacks)

Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    2 hour trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
    US $250
    An action packed afternoon trip that is located in a unique body of water with over 30 linear miles of lakes and canal systems including lake osborne, lake ida, stanley weaver and the Palm Beach canal. Take a chance at catching some of Floridas biggest, most prized and sought after bucket list freshwater fish. Including Peacock bass Clown knife fish Largemouth bass Book today for your chance at catching the "Freshwater Grand Slam" and many other species native, and non native to florida.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Bass (Peacock)
    Peacock Bass
    Alligator Gar
    Alligator Gar
    Snakehead
    Snakehead
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Clown Knife Fish
    Clown Knife Fish
  • Private trip
    A quick morning trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    US $325
    A quick action packed morning trip Located in a unique body of water with over 30 linear miles of lakes and canal systems including lake osborne, lake ida, stanley weaver and the Palm Beach canal. Take a chance at catching some of Floridas biggest, most prized and sought after bucket list freshwater fish. Including Peacock bass Clown knife fish Largemouth bass Book today for your chance at catching the "Freshwater Grand Slam" and many other species native, and non native to florida.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Bass (Peacock)
    Peacock Bass
    Snakehead
    Snakehead
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Clown Knife Fish
    Clown Knife Fish
  • Private trip
    The afternoon bite
    Just booked! Last booked: 8 minutes ago
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
    US $325
    An action packed afternoon trip that is located in a unique body of water with over 30 linear miles of lakes and canal systems including lake osborne, lake ida, stanley weaver and the Palm Beach canal. Take a chance at catching some of Floridas biggest, most prized and sought after bucket list freshwater fish. Including Peacock bass Clown knife fish Largemouth bass Book today for your chance at catching the "Freshwater Grand Slam" and many other species native, and non native to florida.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Bass (Peacock)
    Peacock Bass
    Alligator Gar
    Alligator Gar
    Snakehead
    Snakehead
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Clown Knife Fish
    Clown Knife Fish
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    US $350
    A great morning trip that is located in a unique body of water with over 30 linear miles of lakes and canal systems including lake osborne, lake ida, stanley weaver and the Palm Beach canal. Take a chance at catching some of Floridas biggest, most prized and sought after bucket list freshwater fish. Including Peacock bass Clown knife fish Largemouth bass Book today for your chance at catching the "Freshwater Grand Slam" and many other species native, and non native to florida.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Bass (Peacock)
    Peacock Bass
    Snakehead
    Snakehead
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Clown Knife Fish
    Clown Knife Fish
  • Private trip
    Half day trip (PM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $350
    A great afternoon trip that is located in a unique body of water with over 30 linear miles of lakes and canal systems including lake osborne, lake ida, stanley weaver and the Palm Beach canal. Take a chance at catching some of Floridas biggest, most prized and sought after bucket list freshwater fish. Including Peacock bass Clown knife fish Largemouth bass Book today for your chance at catching the "Freshwater Grand Slam" and many other species native, and non native to florida.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Bass (Peacock)
    Peacock Bass
    Alligator Gar
    Alligator Gar
    Snakehead
    Snakehead
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Clown Knife Fish
    Clown Knife Fish
  • Private trip
    5 hour day trip (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    US $450
    A daytime trip that is located in a unique body of water with over 30 linear miles of lakes and canal systems including lake osborne, lake ida, stanley weaver and the Palm Beach canal. Take a chance at catching some of Floridas biggest, most prized and sought after bucket list freshwater fish. Including Peacock bass Clown knife fish Largemouth bass Book today for your chance at catching the "Freshwater Grand Slam" and many other species native, and non native to florida.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Bass (Peacock)
    Peacock Bass
    Alligator Gar
    Alligator Gar
    Snakehead
    Snakehead
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Clown Knife Fish
    Clown Knife Fish
  • Private trip
    5 hour day trip (PM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $450
    A daytime trip that is located in a unique body of water with over 30 linear miles of lakes and canal systems including lake osborne, lake ida, stanley weaver and the Palm Beach canal. Take a chance at catching some of Floridas biggest, most prized and sought after bucket list freshwater fish. Including Peacock bass Clown knife fish Largemouth bass Book today for your chance at catching the "Freshwater Grand Slam" and many other species native, and non native to florida.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Bass (Peacock)
    Peacock Bass
    Alligator Gar
    Alligator Gar
    Snakehead
    Snakehead
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Clown Knife Fish
    Clown Knife Fish
  • Private trip
    Tournament style artificial AM
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $450
    Join me for day of tournament style fishing where we will set out and use various different types of lures to catch various different types of fish including peacock bass, largemouth bass and a variety of other species. I have bait casters and spinning reels readily available.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Bass (Peacock)
    Peacock Bass
    Snakehead
    Snakehead
    Clown Knife Fish
    Clown Knife Fish
  • Private trip
    Tournament style artificial PM
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $450
    Join me for day of tournament style fishing where we will set out and use various different types of lures to catch various different types of fish including peacock bass, largemouth bass and a variety of other species. I have bait casters and spinning reels readily available.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Bass (Peacock)
    Peacock Bass
    Snakehead
    Snakehead
    Clown Knife Fish
    Clown Knife Fish
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    US $500
    A full day trip that is located in a unique body of water with over 30 linear miles of lakes and canal systems including lake osborne, lake ida, stanley weaver and the Palm Beach canal. Take a chance at catching some of Floridas biggest, most prized and sought after bucket list freshwater fish. Including Peacock bass Clown knife fish Largemouth bass Book today for your chance at catching the "Freshwater Grand Slam" and many other species native, and non native to florida.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Bass (Peacock)
    Peacock Bass
    Snakehead
    Snakehead
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Hybrid Striped Bass
    Clown Knife Fish
    Clown Knife Fish
  • Private trip
    Full day trip (PM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    US $500
    A full day trip that is located in a unique body of water with over 30 linear miles of lakes and canal systems including lake osborne, lake ida, stanley weaver and the Palm Beach canal. Take a chance at catching some of Floridas biggest, most prized and sought after bucket list freshwater fish. Including Peacock bass Clown knife fish Largemouth bass Book today for your chance at catching the "Freshwater Grand Slam" and many other species native, and non native to florida.
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FAQs about First Light Exotic Species Charters

First Light Exotic Species Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $250 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 2 hour trip (2 hours)
  • US $325 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - A quick morning trip (3 hours)
  • US $325 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - The afternoon bite (3 hours)
  • US $350 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $350 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Half day trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 5 hour day trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 5 hour day trip (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Tournament style artificial AM (5 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Tournament style artificial PM (5 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - Full day trip (PM) (6 hours)
When you book a trip with First Light Exotic Species Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Radar
Trips booked with First Light Exotic Species Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
First Light Exotic Species Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing
  • Lake Fishing
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing
First Light Exotic Species Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Spinning
Top targeted fish species with First Light Exotic Species Charters include:
  • Alligator Gar
  • Bass (Largemouth)
  • Bass (Peacock)
  • Catfish
  • Clown Knife Fish
  • Crappie
  • Hybrid Striped Bass
  • Snakehead

Meet the Captain

Timothy Qualls
West Palm Beach, Florida, United States
ID & license verified
23 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since March 2023
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.
My mastery of the sport is used to exceed expectations, providing clients with memories to be cherished for a lifetime. My love for fishing knows no bounds, and I consider it my calling to share that passion with others.

About this listing

Targeted species

Alligator Gar Alligator Gar
Bass (Largemouth) Largemouth Bass
Bass (Peacock) Peacock Bass
Catfish Catfish

Boat specs

Southern Skimmer (Skiff) originally built in 2000, and restored in 2023. Powered by a 90HP Mercury engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots.

Length
19 ft
Capacity
5 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Lake Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Spinning

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Radar

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks

Cancellation policy

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

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
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Payment

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
Checks
Bank Transfer

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 23 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
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Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
100%
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Moritz H.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Quality time on boat

VERIFIED   NEW  A quick morning trip on April 12, 2024
My pregnant wife and I did a 3 hour trip with Timothy and had a great time on the water. It was easy to communicate with him....
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Jennifer C.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   NEW  March 30, 2024
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Jack M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

The trip with all 4 seasons and still plenty of fish !

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on February 5, 2024
What a day up the Canals !! On a last minute call up to catch some fish, Tj was the man recommended and boy did he provide!...
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Tim P.
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Great Captain and a ver fun morning!

VERIFIED   NEW  A quick morning trip on March 29, 2024
We had a great time with Captain TJ and caught the Freshwater Slam.we had 5 people in our party including my two grandsons...
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John C.
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5.0 / 5
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The Best Peacock and Clowny Charter Ever

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 20, 2024
Tj is great he works so hard to get you the best bait and the best locations. You will catch lots of fish and have so much...
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