Book your next trip with A#1 Bass Guide Service and find out what makes the fishing in Winter Haven so unique. With Captain Pete at the helm, you’re in knowledgeable and experienced hands.

There’s no guarantee when you’re fishing, but just some of the species you can catch around here include Largemouth Bass and more with any luck. For these species, you’re likely to use light tackle.

Trips with A#1 Bass Guide Service are open to the whole family, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Snacks are never a bad idea so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty stomach!

Capt. Pete runs a 21’ Triton bass boat with space for 3 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. Capt. Pete will supply rods and reels for you, along with lures.

Some essentials to bring are sunglasses, a hat, and sunblock (non-spray). There will be some drinks on offer, but let the captain know if you wish to bring your own. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now, come aboard with A#1 Bass Guide Service and get hooked!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    Price for 2 persons
    US $350
    Half-day trip, four hours.
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    Price for 2 persons
    US $450
    Starting at $450
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
    Price for 2 persons
    US $600
    Live bait or artificial lures
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Customer reviews

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4.8 / 5
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Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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Ken S.
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Great trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on April 15, 2024
Our charter with Capt. Pete was really great! It was a beautiful day on the water. Pete was genuinely “just one of the guys”...
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Gary S.
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Boat

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 11, 2024
Fishing Booking did not inform me that a bigger boat was available. The boat we had was great, but the bigger would have been...
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Matteo L.
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VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on April 6, 2024
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FAQs about A#1 Bass Guide Service

A#1 Bass Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $350 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with A#1 Bass Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Wireless Trolling Motor

Trips booked with A#1 Bass Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Drinks (Bottled water)
  • Fishing License (Available to buy)

A#1 Bass Guide Service offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing

A#1 Bass Guide Service offers the following fishing technique:
  • Light Tackle (Baitcasting and Spinning)

Top targeted fish species with A#1 Bass Guide Service include:
  • Bass (Largemouth)

Meet the Captain

Pete Matson
Cypress Gardens, Florida, United States
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
3 Customer reviews
Response time 11 hours
Member since December 2023
Capt. Pete runs trips out of Winter Haven aboard a 21’ Triton bass boat. These waters are known for Largemouth Bass and he will show you how to catch them. With over 30 years of experience, he has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Largemouth) Largemouth Bass

Boat specs

Boat Image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
2004
Restored in
2020
Boat manufacturer
Triton
Boat type
Bass boat

Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 225HP
Max cruising speed
60 knots

Types of fishing

Lake Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Baitcasting and Spinning

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Wireless Trolling Motor

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Drinks
Bottled water
Fishing License
Available to buy

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Catch and Release Mandatory
We catch release for future generations!

Payment

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2% charge will apply.