As you may have guessed from the name, Okeechobee Guide Service is located on the largest freshwater lake in Florida. As well as being famous for its size, it’s also home to a huge and diverse Bass population! Come aboard and get ready to cast your line in these calm, fish-filled waters.
Captain Mike Jones will be your guide for the day. With over 15 years of experience running charters on the lake, he has unrivaled knowledge of these waters and hopes to make each trip a true pleasure for every guest. He runs trips targeting the different species of Bass that live here, as well as longer trips along the lake’s saline backwaters.
Capt. Mike welcomes you aboard his 20’ Ranger Trition bass boat – naturally, she’s the most suitable boat to explore these waters from! She can accommodate up to 3 guests. Powered by a 225 HP Mercury engine, she has a maximum cruising speed of 60 knots, which will definitely get some wind in your hair. The vessel is equipped with all the necessary navigational and safety equipment, too.
You’ll be targeting the most popular fish in the region: Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass. The lake is abundant with them, and they’re a real gem not only to reel in but serve as tasty table fare! Along the backwaters, you’ll go after Bonefish, Redfish, Snook, and Speckled Trout, which provide excellent game and food qualities. You’ll be mainly spin casting, but fly fishing equipment is available for the more advanced among you.
As well as an amazing day of fishing, you’ll get to learn plenty about the region’s wildlife from the knowledgable Capt. Mike. Rods, reels, tackle, and lures are included in the price, and you can purchase live bait at a cost of $20 a dozen. With drinks offered on board, just bring some snacks for your trip, as well as a fishing license.
A trip with Okeechobee Guide Service is something you’ll remember for a lifetime. Come once and you’ll definitely be back!
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Captain Mike Jones
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Appropriate for children
92%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
83%
Caught fish
91%
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Half Day Trip (PM) on March 2, 2024
Enjoyed the trip, learned some new stuff and caught some fish.
Enjoyed the trip, learned some new stuff and caught some fish.
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Half Day Trip (PM) on March 16, 2023
Gave this fishing trip as a belated Xmas gift to my son in law. We all had a great time. Captain Mike was very attentive and made sure we had success catching fish.
Gave this fishing trip as a belated Xmas gift to my son in law. We all had a great time. Captain Mike was very attentive and made sure we had success catching fish.
Fenton, MO
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Full Day Trip on January 19, 2022
All enjoyed fishing with Captain Mike. Very friendly with a lot of great stories. Although the fishing was not good, he was kind enough to cut the day short and charge us a lesser amount. We fished the day after a major cold front. Bluebird Skies and the fish were not biting well. We would definitely hire him again.
All enjoyed fishing with Captain Mike. Very friendly with a lot of great stories. Although the fishing was not good, he was kind enough to cut the day short and charge us a lesser amount. We fished the day after a major cold front. Bluebird Skies and the fish were not biting well. We would definitely hire him again.
Vero Beach, FL
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Half Day Trip (AM) on March 23, 2021
Captain Mike is a professional fisherman and guide. The actual fishing trip was excellent. The Guide Service was weak with respect to the co-ordination with the actual customer/us. If you use this service make sure that you contact Captain Mike directly several days prior to the start of the trip. He will provide you with his contact number and confirm exact start location and review all details. This is an absolute must! We had a blast!!!!
Captain Mike is a professional fisherman and guide. The actual fishing trip was excellent. The Guide Service was weak with respect to the co-ordination with the actual customer/us. If you use this service make sure that you contact Captain Mike directly several days prior to the start of the trip. He will provide you with his contact number and confirm exact start location and review all details. This is an absolute must! We had a blast!!!!
Feura Bush, NY
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Half Day Trip (PM) on February 8, 2023
Had a great time
Had a great time
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South Bay, Florida, United States
Captain Mike Jones has plenty of angling experience behind him, he's a professional tournament angler and is a two time winner of the American Bass Angler tournament trail on Lake Okeechobee and also fishes other tournament trails on Lake Okeechobee which he has placed in. He's been a full-time guide on Lake Okeechobee for over 16 years, which has turned him into a true professional, as well as a fish-chasing expert! Capt. Mike is a knowledgeable and friendly fisherman, and taking people out on the lake is a pleasure for him. He enjoys sharing his passion with his friends and guests.
Lake Fishing
Inshore Fishing
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Spinning
GPS
Fishfinder
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Snacks
Drinks
Fly Fishing Equipment
Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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.
Pickup included in price
Child Friendly
Catch and Release Allowed
Catch and Release Mandatory
Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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:
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