Collin Hinkley
Collin Hinkley
Repeat angler
us
Massachusetts, US
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Member since 2019
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2 trips
5.0
Verified

Great trip, great captain!

Half Day Trip2 adults

John was a great captain and got me on the fish very quickly. We caught Peacocks, Large mouth, Oscars, Gar, etc.. If a spot got quiet we moved from it quickly. Highly recommend this trip. This trip would be good for any level angler.

Reported Catch
Peacock Bass
Peacock Bass
Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass

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Lake Ida Fishing Charters
5.0
(57)
22 ft
Group size 1 - 4
1 - 4
Fish 1
Fish 2
+3
4 hour trip • 4 persons
US $375

Rating

5.0
57 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

  • 98%
    Recommended
  • 96%
    Caught fish

All reviews (57)

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  • Andreas Kerschbaumer
    Andreas Kerschbaumer
    Repeat angler
    at
    Austria
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    Member since 2026
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    2 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    An Unforgettable Father-and-Son Fishing Adventure with Captain Ricky! 🎣✨

    Half Day Trip - 2:00 PM • 2 adults • 1 child

    My seven-year-old son and I, visiting from Austria, spent a week in Florida and decided to book a four-hour afternoon fishing trip with Captain Ricky from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. It turned out to be one of the highlights of our vacation. Captain Ricky took us to several different fishing spots, and we caught three different species of fish – each one a completely new experience for us and species we had never caught before. For my son, this was a truly unforgettable adventure, and I enjoyed every minute of it as well. The exciting boat rides, the great conversations, Captain Ricky’s helpful tips and knowledge, and of course our fishing success made this trip incredibly special. We will both remember this experience for a very long time and can highly recommend Captain Ricky to anyone looking for a fun and memorable fishing trip in Florida.

    Reported Catch
    Largemouth Bass
    Clown Knife Fish
    Response from Captain

    Andreas, thank you so much for this incredible fishing review. It truly means a lot to help create memories like this. Thank you so much for booking a trip and we look forward to getting you back out on the water again soon!

  • Steve Bruno
    Steve Bruno
    Repeat angler
    us
    Maryland, US
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    Member since 2025
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    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome day - 5 species!

    3/4 Day Trip • 4 adults

    We had a fantastic time with Captain Dawson. He put us on five different species, including clown knife, largemouth, mayan cichlid, and snakehead. The fish were all good size and four of us caught something. I missed a PB largemouth, but that just gives me more reason to go back :-) Dawson had a beautiful boat, top quality gear, and a friendly and knowledgeable personality. Could not have asked for more - we will definitely go again next year.

    Reported Catch
    Largemouth Bass
    Snakehead
    Clown Knife Fish
    Peacock Bass
    Response from Captain

    Steve, what a day on the water it was. 5 different species makes for an exciting day of fishing. Just wanted to say thank you so kindly for this 5-star fishing review and recommendation of our Lake Ida Fishing Charters. Looking forward to fishing with you again in the future!

  • Stacey Askew
    Stacey Askew
    us
    Kansas, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great experience!!

    3/4 Day Trip • 4 adults

    Awesome day with Captain Brett! Great time and lots of memories made! We were wanting to catch Peacock Bass and we caught that and more! Brett is very knowledgeable and helpful! Our son graduated from college and this was on his bucket list. Book this guide!

    Reported Catch
    Peacock Bass
    Snakehead
    Largemouth Bass
    Response from Captain

    Stacey, it was a pleasure to go fishing with you and create the memories that we did. Thank you also for leaving this 5-star review and recommendation!

  • Jason Brown
    Jason Brown
    us
    Florida, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Bobby is the man

    Half Day Trip - 2:00 PM • 2 adults

    we went out with Captain Bobby yesterday amazing time. Very courteous had a cooler full of drinksfor us. He is very knowledgeable about the area we definitely plan on booking again in August. it was a agreat 16th birthday for my son. THANK YOU Captain Bobby!!

    Response from Captain

    Jason, what a pleasure to go fishing with you and your son. Thank you for coming out and leaving this 5-star review and recommendation. Looking forward to our next trip!

  • Collin Hinkley
    Collin Hinkley
    Repeat angler
    us
    Massachusetts, US
    •
    Member since 2019
    •
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip, great captain!

    Half Day Trip • 2 adults

    John was a great captain and got me on the fish very quickly. We caught Peacocks, Large mouth, Oscars, Gar, etc.. If a spot got quiet we moved from it quickly. Highly recommend this trip. This trip would be good for any level angler.

    Reported Catch
    Peacock Bass
    Largemouth Bass