Captain
John Shanley

Member since May 2021 Delray Beach, United States
Background
I have lived on the Lake Ida chain for over 25 years and I love that I get to do my favorite thing in the world every day. Living on the lake gives me the ability to have the most affordable rates and superior knowledge on the lake and surrounding area. I want to share my passion and knowledge for fishing with everyone!

Hey, I'm Captain John Shanley

Delray Beach, United States
Background
I have lived on the Lake Ida chain for over 25 years and I love that I get to do my favorite thing in the world every day. Living on the lake gives me the ability to have the most affordable rates and superior knowledge on the lake and surrounding area. I want to share my passion and knowledge for fishing with everyone!
Anglers Choice
137
Reviews
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Fishing Reports
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My Charter Listing

Jurassic Park Fishing Charters

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(137 reviews)
Angler's choice
Delray Beach
 Last booking: 1 day ago
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Trips from US $200

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 137 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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RUSSELL K.
Excellent
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Experience:
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent freshwater fishing

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip (AM) on June 2, 2025
John put us right on the fish, helped my kids hookup, kept us baited, and assisted with memorable pictures.ย  Not very expensive,...
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Gaye E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Excellent
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Florida 2025 Peacock Bass Record

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 10, 2025
Great day of fishing. We ended it with a 5.5 lb Peacock Bass that we sent to state fishing department. Look forward to doing...
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LAURA K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Awesome experience!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on March 21, 2025
Awesome day catching fish with Capt. John!!! He was great with the boys (13,6) and continuously put them on fish. We will definitely...
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Robert S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fantastic fishing trip

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip (PM) on February 7, 2025
This fishing trip was off the charts. Captain John knows where the fish are. He is a native here in Florida and thereโ€™s an...
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William D.
Excellent
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Experience:
Excellent
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with John

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip (AM) on August 1, 2025
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