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JP Mckay
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JP Mckay

Fort Lauderdale, United States
100+ reviews
JP has been guiding for over 30 years, as well as catching trophy fish and winning tournaments for more than 27 years. He is an extremely pleasant and interesting person with tons of fishing and tournament tales to tell, so when you go out on your trip, pay close attention to what he's saying! JP is a patient and knowledgeable teacher who loves seeing his anglers smile. He says, 'There is nothing quite like seeing a grandfather catch his biggest Bass or a grandson catch his very first Bass!'

Charters

Rating

4.9
166 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

96%
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish

All reviews (166)

Showing 1 – 5 of 166 reviews
  • Calvin Smit
    Calvin Smit
    us
    Kentucky, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Great tour, JP is really nice and knows where to look for the fish!

    Half Day Trip (AM) • 2 adults

    JP was our captain. Prior to the trip we’ve had good contact about where we wanted to go fishing. During the trip, he helped a lot and gave some helpful tips, one of us already had experience fishing and the other one didn’t. The weather was difficult, there was sun but also a lot of rain. JP got us in many different spots so we caught large mouth bass, pike and accidentaly a turtle. We had such a good time and would definitely recommend spending the day with JP!

    Response from Captain

    Awesome day on the Water Great People. from. from the netherlands such a pleasure

  • Mikayla Ziebarth
    Mikayla Ziebarth
    Repeat angler
    us
    Montana, US
    Member since 2023
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Caught A LOT of fish!

    3 Hour Trip (PM) • 2 adults

    I definately didn’t believe we’d catch as many fish as our guide said we would but dang we caught a lot of fish! Everything from largemouth, peacock, dogfish and more! Our guide was very friendly from the beginning of the trip to the end. Taught us all about the different fish and the area we were fishing, even saw a few gators! His boat was very nice and comfortable and suitable for all ages! Only thing I regret is not booking a longer trip!

    Reported catch:
    Largemouth Bass
    Peacock Bass
    Crappie
    Response from Captain

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  • Melissa Colletti-white
    Melissa Colletti-white
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2017
    5.0
    Verified

    stop searching book with JP

    3 Hour Trip - 1:00 PM • 3 adults • 1 child

    We had the BEST fishing trip today with Captain JP! He was absolutely excellent, so patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in making sure we caught fish. My son is five, and Captain JP was incredible with him. He made the experience fun, exciting, and easy to understand, which meant everything to us. We caught a huge bass and released her because she was pregnant, which was such a cool learning moment for my son. Captain JP really knows the water and went above and beyond, he even kept us out longer than scheduled just to make sure we had an amazing experience. We had such a great time and are 100% rebooking with him. Highly, highly recommend!

    Reported catch:
    Largemouth Bass
    Response from Captain

    Thank you very much God bless you and your family. Was Awesome fish for his. birthday. Basswhisper Guide Service Postive Attitude Positive Latitude ✨️ 🙌 👍 💪 🏆 🎣 ✨️

  • Brian Devaney
    Brian Devaney
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    birthday fishing trip

    3 Hour Trip • 3 adults • 2 children

    captain JP was awesome. i brought my son and his friend on a 3 hour trip for his birthday and my son was in heaven! JP was great with the kids and gave them tips all day long. highly recommend captain JP!

    Reported catch:
    Largemouth Bass
    Peacock Bass
    Response from Captain

    Thank you very much. God bless you and your family and happy birthday, buddy Basswhisper Guide Service Postive Attitude Positive Latitude ✨️ 🙌 👍 💪 🏆 🎣

  • Mike Cowan
    Mike Cowan
    us
    Florida, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Best trip

    Half Day Trip - 1:00 PM • 2 adults

    we booked with basswhisperers guide service what a great captain he knew where the fish were and we where catching 15 minutes into are 4 hr trip and it didn't stop.highly recommend captain JP abook of knowledge an d experience was there for everything. thank you JP will be calling Bass Whisperer guide service again Mike

    Response from Captain

    Thank you very much God bless you and your family Basswhisper Guide Service Postive Attitude Positive Latitude ✨️ 🙌 👍 💪 🏆 🎣

Real catches shared by our community

  • Bass Whisper Guide – Fort Lauderdale
    Bass Whisper Guide – Fort LauderdaleFort Lauderdale, FL
    Angler proudly holds a large largemouth bass over a lily-pad-lined lake from a small fishing boat.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Largemouth Bass
    Awesome Fishing trip. From the. Netherlands. Basswhisper Guide Service Postive Attitude Positive Latitude ✨️ ? ? ? ? ?
  • Bass Whisper Guide Service – Delray Beach
    Bass Whisper Guide Service – Delray BeachDelray Beach, FL
    Two young anglers and an adult proudly hold largemouth bass aboard a fishing boat on a calm freshwater lake.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Largemouth Bass
    Brian D.
    Brian D.
    captain JP was awesome. i brought my son and his friend on a 3 hour trip for his birthday and my son was in heaven! JP was great with the kids and gave them tips all day long. highly recommend captain JP!
  • Bass Whisper Guide Service – Delray Beach
    Bass Whisper Guide Service – Delray BeachDelray Beach, FL
    Young angler proudly holding two large largemouth bass while standing in shallow water during a freshwater fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    What Awesome Fishing Trip. Been Blessed 3 generation's. Memories of a Lifetime Basswhisper Guide Service Postive Attitude Positive Latitude ✨️ ? ? ? ? ?
  • Bass Whisper Guide Service – Delray Beach
    Bass Whisper Guide Service – Delray BeachDelray Beach, FL
    Angler proudly displaying a large Snook while fishing from a boat in a scenic waterway.
    Todd A.
    Todd A.
    Good day, fish didn’t want to cooperate unfortunately but that’s fishing. Would fish again with JP
  • Bass Whisper Guide Service – Delray Beach
    Bass Whisper Guide Service – Delray BeachDelray Beach, FL
    A young angler proudly displaying a large Largemouth Bass while fishing from a boat in a scenic waterway.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Largemouth Bass
    Scott K.
    Scott K.
    JP was amazing. very knowledgeable and very patient with my 5 year old. we had an absolute blast , I highly recommend JP!
  • Bass Whisper Guide Service – Delray Beach
    Bass Whisper Guide Service – Delray BeachDelray Beach, FL
    Young angler proudly holding a vibrant Largemouth Bass while fishing from a boat in a scenic waterway.
    Fish 1
    Peacock Bass
    Robert R.
    Robert R.
    JP knows how to get fish on. Great teacher. Thank you!
  • Bass Whisper Guide – Fort Lauderdale
    Bass Whisper Guide – Fort LauderdaleFort Lauderdale, FL
    Angler proudly displaying a large Largemouth Bass while fishing on a calm lake.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Largemouth Bass
    Austin L.
    Austin L.
  • Bass Whisper Guide – Fort Lauderdale
    Bass Whisper Guide – Fort LauderdaleFort Lauderdale, FL
    Angler proudly displaying a vibrant Peacock Bass against a scenic backdrop of water and greenery.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Peacock Bass
    Great Day on the Water Basswhisper Guide Service Postive Attitude Positive Latitude ? ? ? ? ?
  • Bass Whisper Guide – Fort Lauderdale
    Bass Whisper Guide – Fort LauderdaleFort Lauderdale, FL
    Angler proudly displaying two large Largemouth Bass while fishing in a scenic freshwater environment.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Largemouth Bass
    Adam A.
    Adam A.
    Caught a few big largemouth, and one big peacock bass which I’ve never caught before. JP helped get me the peacock all the way up to the very last second of the trip before heading back to my car. Thank you!
  • Bass Whisper Guide – Fort Lauderdale
    Bass Whisper Guide – Fort LauderdaleFort Lauderdale, FL
    Angler proudly displaying a large Largemouth Bass while fishing on a sunny day.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Largemouth Bass
    Went Around The World Didn't Leave The Farm. Wisconsin in the Honey Moon Mood. BASSWHISPER GUIDE SERVICE POSTIVE ATTITUDE POSITIVE LATITUDE ? ? ✨️ ? ? ? ? ?

Our Fishing Locations

What's biting with Bass Whisper Guide – Fort Lauderdale in Fort Lauderdale

Sailfish start to settle in earnest nearshore, chasing schools of mullet through Fort Lauderdale's famous 'Sailfish Alley'. Bottom fishing for Snapper and Grouper is excellent, with a host of species crowding the reefs.

Top catches for November

Fishing reports

Two adult anglers proudly holding largemouth bass aboard a fishing boat, showcasing a successful freshwater fishing catch.

Awesome trip with Basswhisper Guide Serv

Nov 3, 2026 • Fort Lauderdale
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Young angler proudly holding a large freshwater bass aboard a fishing boat on the water.

Three-Generation Trip with Basswhisper

Oct 18, 2026 • Delray Beach
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Angler proudly displaying a large catfish while fishing on a calm waterway, showcasing a sunny day and vibrant surroundings.

Great Day on the Water with Basswhisper

Aug 16, 2026 • Fort Lauderdale
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Angler proudly displaying a large Largemouth Bass while fishing on a sunny day.

Wisconsin Bass: Honey Moon Mood

Aug 11, 2026 • Fort Lauderdale
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Angler proudly displaying a vibrant Peacock Bass while fishing from a boat in a scenic waterway.

Catching some Biggens. WHAT I USEED TOO.

Jul 24, 2026 • Delray Beach
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Angler proudly displaying a large Largemouth Bass while fishing in a scenic waterway.

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Jul 20, 2026 • Fort Lauderdale
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