Peacock & Bass Half Day
- 4 hours on the Carolina skiff
- Peacock bass, largemouth, tarpon shots
- Live bait or artificials, beginners welcome
- Catch-and-release photos included
$375up to 2 anglers · +$50 each, max 4
Fishing license required
Every angler 16 and older needs a Florida freshwater fishing license, even on a guided trip. Buy it online in a few minutes at MyFWC.com/license before your trip. Kids under 16 fish free. Sunset cruises and paddle tours don't need one.
Trips
Pick your trip
Every trip is private: just your group and your captain. Rods, tackle, bait, ice and water are included on every fishing trip.
Dawn or Dusk Fishing
- 2 hours at peak bite time
- Best window for tarpon rolling
- Great first trip for kids
$225up to 2 anglers · +$40 each
Sunset Cruise
- 90 minutes under the bimini
- Bluetooth sound system, bring your playlist
- Bring your own drinks & snacks, cooler with ice provided
- Birthdays, date nights, proposals
$250whole boat · up to 6 guests
Kayak & Paddleboard Tour
- 2 hours with a guide on the water
- Fishing kayaks or paddleboard, your pick
- Morning glass-water or sunset paddle
- Life jackets and a quick lesson included
$65per person · 2 minimum
What's biting
What's biting, month by month
Pick the month you're coming to see what you'll most likely catch. Each fish also has its own best time of day, so we plan your trip around it.
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PeakGoodSlow
These are typical patterns for South Florida lakes. A cold front or a heat wave can shift any month, and Captain James will tell you what's hot right now when you book.
Your captain
Meet Captain James
Captain James fishes this lake almost every day. He knows which corners the peacocks stack up in when the sun gets high and where the tarpon roll at first light. When you book with James, you skip the marina traffic and the long boat ride and start fishing within minutes of stepping on board.
USCG-licensed captain. Fully insured. Kids and first-timers are always welcome.
- Carolina skiffStable, shaded bimini top, sound system. Our fishing and cruise boat.
- Fishing kayaksSit-on-top with rod holders. Hard to tip, easy to learn.
- PaddleboardFor glass-calm mornings and sunset paddles.
Before you come
Questions
Do I need a fishing license?
Yes. Florida requires each angler 16 and older to have their own freshwater fishing license, even on a guided trip. You can buy one online in a few minutes at MyFWC.com/license. Kids under 16 don't need one. Sunset cruises and paddle tours don't need a license.
Do we keep the fish?
Our trips are catch-and-release. We take great photos and send the fish back so there are more for your next trip.
What should I bring?
Sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and your own drinks and snacks. Wear shoes that can get wet. Everything else is on the boat.
What if it rains?
South Florida afternoons can bring storms. If the weather isn't safe, we'll reschedule or give you a full refund. Safety always comes first.
Where do we meet?
At our private dock in Miami Gardens. You'll get the address and parking directions when your trip is confirmed.
Can kids come?
Absolutely. We have kid-size life jackets on board, and the 2-hour trips are perfect for young anglers.
Book a trip
Let's get you on the water
Anglers 16+: buy your Florida freshwater fishing license before you come.
Fill out the form and send it by text or email. Captain James will confirm your date, time and meeting spot, usually the same day.
Call or text(305) 824-7467
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