Matt W Fishing Guide Service 

5.0/5 (9 reviews)
 10209-10223 Florida 78, Okeechobee, FL 34974, United States
5.0/5 (9 reviews)
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10209-10223 Florida 78
Okeechobee, FL, United States

Make an adventure out of your next trip in Okeechobee and go fishing with Matt W Fishing Guide Service.

Depending on the season, you will hook into Largemouth Bass, Peacock Bass, and whatever else is biting. You can expect to do some spinning, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

If you’re traveling with the family, you will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! If you don’t have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there’s one on board. Also remember to bring snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty belly!

Capt. Matt runs a 20’ Bass Cat Eyra bass boat with capacity for 3 passengers. It has all the essentials. Rods, reels, and tackle are covered by the charter, as well as lures.

You will need to purchase a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.

Some essentials to bring are sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), bottled water, and a hat. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Go ahead and treat yourself to a day on the water with Matt W Fishing Guide Service.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 9 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (10)

December fishing trip
Matt is awesome!
Matt is awesome!
+7

Angler rating

7
0
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

78%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews
Showing: 5 of 9 reviews
Michael S.
Michael S.
5.0/5

Dec 24, 2024

Half Day Trip on Lake Okeechobee

December fishing trip

VERIFIED

Great trip, caught nice bass. Little bit of sticker shock on the bait. Captain has nothing to do with setting the price on the bait but wow. Boat was clean and in very good condition would recommend this crew highly!

Great trip, caught nice bass. Little bit of sticker shock on the bait. Captain has nothing to do with setting the price on the...  

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 Michael S. recommends Matt W Fishing Guide Service
 Michael S. recommends Matt W Fishing Guide Service

Terrance E.
Terrance E.
5.0/5

Aug 30, 2024

3 Hour Trip – Beat The Heat

Matt is very knowledgeable!!!

VERIFIED

I did a 3 hour trip with a friend and we wanted to target Peacock Bass. Matt put us on the Peacock Bass minutes after getting in the boat. We pulled in fish the entire time. Great boat, Great guidance, And Great Vibes.

I did a 3 hour trip with a friend and we wanted to target Peacock Bass. Matt put us on the Peacock Bass minutes after getting...  

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 Terrance E. recommends Matt W Fishing Guide Service
 Terrance E. recommends Matt W Fishing Guide Service

Jason B.
Jason B.
5.0/5

Jun 29, 2025

3/4 Day – Lake Okeechobee

Fishing with Matt

VERIFIED

 

Captain replied
 Jason B. recommends Matt W Fishing Guide Service
 Jason B. recommends Matt W Fishing Guide Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 10, 2025
Thanks Jason! Had a great time fishing with you and your son. Hopefully we can do it again in the future!

Barry C.
Barry C.
5.0/5

Nov 9, 2024

3/4 Day – Lake Okeechobee

Matt is awesome!

VERIFIED

Caught a lot of fish. Matt was well prepared and kept us on fish all day! Nice day fishing and plan to return!

Caught a lot of fish. Matt was well prepared and kept us on fish all day! Nice day fishing and plan to return!  

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 Barry C. recommends Matt W Fishing Guide Service
 Barry C. recommends Matt W Fishing Guide Service

Andrew M.
Andrew M.

Port Saint Lucie, Florida

5.0/5

Jul 21, 2024

3/4 Day – Lake Okeechobee

6 hour trip

We met Matt at the ramp on time, ready to go. He provided all gear we would need for the day, with an option to bring our own if we wanted. We took off within minutes and after a short ride we were at the first spot. He explained what we should be looking for and where we should be casting. I had the first fish within a couple minutes. Another quick bite after that and then that bite died off. It was hot and the fishing was tough but Matt didn’t quit. He worked hard to find us fish, and he did just that. Matt had us trying all techniques to catch em, from moving baits, dragging worms, top water and even punched a few mats! We ended the day with multiple catches for each of us. And a bit of a mixed bag with my first bowfin and a couple hybrid stripers to top it off. Matt was awesome, well organized, and had a plan for the day. I plan on booking him for future trips. If you want to catch fish, in some of the toughest conditions, he’s your guy! Already looking forward to the next trip!

We met Matt at the ramp on time, ready to go. He provided all gear we would need for the day, with an option to bring our own...  

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 Andrew M. recommends Matt W Fishing Guide Service
2 persons find this review helpful
 Andrew M. recommends Matt W Fishing Guide Service
2 persons find this review helpful

Trip availability and prices

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2 adults • 0 children
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Half Day Trip on Lake Okeechobee
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:40 AM
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US $450 
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Headwaters Half day!
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $500 
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3/4 Day – Lake Okeechobee
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Electronics 101
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $500 
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Headwaters 3/4 Day
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Full Day – Lake Okeechobee
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
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US $650 
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Headwaters Full Day!
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $700 
Entire boat: up to 3 people

Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 9 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (10)

December fishing trip
Matt is awesome!
Matt is awesome!
+7

Angler rating

7
0
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

78%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 9 reviews
Showing: 5 of 9 reviews
Michael S.
Michael S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

December fishing trip

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip on Lake Okeechobee on December 24, 2024

Great trip, caught nice bass. Little bit of sticker shock on the bait. Captain has nothing to do with setting the price on the bait but wow. Boat was clean and in very good condition would recommend this crew highly!

Great trip, caught nice bass. Little bit of sticker shock on the bait. Captain has nothing to do with setting the price on the bait but wow. Boat was clean and in very good condition would recommend this crew highly!  

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 Michael S. recommends Matt W Fishing Guide Service

Terrance E.
Terrance E.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Matt is very knowledgeable!!!

VERIFIED

3 Hour Trip – Beat The Heat on August 30, 2024

I did a 3 hour trip with a friend and we wanted to target Peacock Bass. Matt put us on the Peacock Bass minutes after getting in the boat. We pulled in fish the entire time. Great boat, Great guidance, And Great Vibes.

I did a 3 hour trip with a friend and we wanted to target Peacock Bass. Matt put us on the Peacock Bass minutes after getting in the boat. We pulled in fish the entire time. Great boat, Great guidance, And Great Vibes.  

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 Terrance E. recommends Matt W Fishing Guide Service

Jason B.
Jason B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing with Matt

VERIFIED

3/4 Day – Lake Okeechobee on June 29, 2025

 

 Jason B. recommends Matt W Fishing Guide Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 10, 2025
Thanks Jason! Had a great time fishing with you and your son. Hopefully we can do it again in the future!

Barry C.
Barry C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Matt is awesome!

VERIFIED

3/4 Day – Lake Okeechobee on November 9, 2024

Caught a lot of fish. Matt was well prepared and kept us on fish all day! Nice day fishing and plan to return!

Caught a lot of fish. Matt was well prepared and kept us on fish all day! Nice day fishing and plan to return!  

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 Barry C. recommends Matt W Fishing Guide Service

Andrew M.
Andrew M.

Port Saint Lucie, Florida

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

6 hour trip

3/4 Day – Lake Okeechobee on July 21, 2024

We met Matt at the ramp on time, ready to go. He provided all gear we would need for the day, with an option to bring our own if we wanted. We took off within minutes and after a short ride we were at the first spot. He explained what we should be looking for and where we should be casting. I had the first fish within a couple minutes. Another quick bite after that and then that bite died off. It was hot and the fishing was tough but Matt didn’t quit. He worked hard to find us fish, and he did just that. Matt had us trying all techniques to catch em, from moving baits, dragging worms, top water and even punched a few mats! We ended the day with multiple catches for each of us. And a bit of a mixed bag with my first bowfin and a couple hybrid stripers to top it off. Matt was awesome, well organized, and had a plan for the day. I plan on booking him for future trips. If you want to catch fish, in some of the toughest conditions, he’s your guy! Already looking forward to the next trip!

We met Matt at the ramp on time, ready to go. He provided all gear we would need for the day, with an option to bring our own if we wanted. We took off within minutes and after a short ride we were at the first spot. He explained what we should be looking for and where we should be casting. I had the first fish within a couple minutes. Another quick bite after that and then that bite died off. It was hot and the fishing was tough but Matt didn’t quit. He worked hard to find us fish, and he did...  

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 Andrew M. recommends Matt W Fishing Guide Service
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FAQs about Matt W Fishing Guide Service

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The fish you can target

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
20 ft
Year built
2019
Boat manufacturer
Bass Cat
Boat type
Bass boat

Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots
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