A#1 Bass Guide Service 

4.8/5 (6 reviews)
 Lake Summit Boat Ramp, Cypress Gardens, FL 33884, United States

A#1 Bass Guide Service 

Cypress Gardens, FL, United States
21 ft
3
4.8/5 (6 reviews)

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!

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!

Pete Matson
Captain
Pete Matson
35 years of experience
ID & credentials verified

Trip availability and prices

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August 2026
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Number of days
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Half Day Trip (AM)
In high demand Last booked: 5 days ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $350
Entire boat: 2 people
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)
Bass (Largemouth)
US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $600
Entire boat: 2 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

4.8
6 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

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Kevin Kirkland
Kevin Kirkland
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Knows the lakes, where the fish are, and how to catch them.....even in the heat of July.
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 27, 20262 adults

Thanks, Pete. We enjoyed fishing with you.

Reported catch:
Largemouth Bass
Pete Matson
Response from Captain

Thank you! Had a good time and a very pleasant trip enjoyed taking you all fishing.

Bryan Moyer
Bryan Moyer
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
Very good trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 6, 20262 adults

We caught a few largemouth on our half day trip. Had an enjoyable time with Captain Pete.

Reported catch:
Largemouth Bass
Calin Baban
Calin Baban
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
5 Stars – Amazing Day on the Water!
3/4 Day Trip on June 30, 20252 adults

Had an incredible day fishing with Pete from A#1 Bass Guide Service. We caught a ton of bass and had a blast doing it. Pete was not only an expert guide but also great company—easygoing, knowledgeable, and made the whole experience even more enjoyable. If you’re looking for a top-notch fishing trip, I highly recommend booking with him. Can’t wait to go again!

Ken Scharfenorth
Ken Scharfenorth
us
Florida, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Great trip
3/4 Day Trip on April 15, 20242 adults

Our charter with Capt. Pete was really great! It was a beautiful day on the water. Pete was genuinely "just one of the guys" with good conversation and great fishing know how. Bluebird skies made for tougher fishing but we still caught quite a few bass including a couple of 4#ers. He has our recommendation!

Gary Serventi
Gary Serventi
Repeat angler
us
New York, US
Member since 2023
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Boat
Half Day Trip (AM) on March 11, 20243 adults

Fishing Booking did not inform me that a bigger boat was available. The boat we had was great, but the bigger would have been better.

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)

Your captain

Pete Matson
Pete Matson
Pete Matson

Cypress Gardens, Florida, United States

1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
6 Customer reviews
Typical response within 14 hours
Member since December 2023

Capt. Pete runs trips out of Winter Haven, Fellsmere aboard a 21' Triton bass boat. These waters are known for Largemouth Bass and he will show you how to catch them. With over 34 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!

1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
6 Customer reviews
Typical response within 14 hours
Member since December 2023

Capt. Pete runs trips out of Winter Haven, Fellsmere aboard a 21' Triton bass boat. These waters are known for Largemouth Bass and he will show you how to catch them. With over 34 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!

The fish you can target

Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass

What is the boat like?

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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

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Baitcasting and Spinning

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Wireless trolling motor

What's included in the trip price

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

How cancellations work

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.

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
We catch release for future generations!

How you can pay

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.

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