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What customers are saying
Fishing with Captain John is always a great time. Been with him 3 times on Lake Ida and the Everglades. 10/10 recommend!
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Amber Schmidt
3/14/2026
Fishing with Captain John is always a great time. Been with him 3 times on Lake Ida and the Everglades. 10/10 recommend!
Captain John was great! Windy day hard bites but caught some really good trip!!!
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alan Stocker
3/03/2026
Captain John was great! Windy day hard bites but caught some really good trip!!!
Captain John Larson was very knowledgeable and put us where the fish were. I had a great time.
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David Gauthier
3/02/2026
Captain John Larson was very knowledgeable and put us where the fish were. I had a great time.
We used Captain John Larsen for 2 half day fishing trips. One was in Belle Glade and the other was in the canals connected to Lake Ida. John was terrific and worked hard to get us on fish. The weather wasn’t great but he was flexible and provided good suggestions and options to get the best chances to get fish. Lake Ida was an option he suggested and worked great as we landed a bunch of peacock bass. In Belle Glade my son got a huge 6lb 22” large mouth. The trips were great. I recommend John and would use him again Also, Bass Online was excellent. They made it very easy to book the trips and pay for them. They worked with us to get the best guides to meet our needs. Joe was very responsive, helpful and friendly. I will definitely use them to book my trips in the future. Thank you!
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Andrew Niemann
2/04/2026
We used Captain John Larsen for 2 half day fishing trips. One was in Belle Glade and the other was in the canals connected to Lake Ida. John was terrific and worked hard to get us on fish. The weather wasn’t great but he was flexible and provided good suggestions and options to get the best chances to get fish. Lake Ida was an option he suggested and worked great as we landed a bunch of peacock bass. In Belle Glade my son got a huge 6lb 22” large mouth. The trips were great. I recommend John and would use him again Also, Bass Online was excellent. They made it very easy to book the trips and pay for them. They worked with us to get the best guides to meet our needs. Joe was very responsive, helpful and friendly. I will definitely use them to book my trips in the future. Thank you!
Things were a bit slow because of cold temps but Capt John managed to put us on some fish.
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Eric
1/24/2026
Things were a bit slow because of cold temps but Capt John managed to put us on some fish.
Captain John did real work to find fish with the wind as strongcas it was and a cold front moving in. We boated 8 fish, but I considered that a success, given the conditions described above. The boat was clean, the captain was knowledgeable and courteous. We spend a great deal of time fishing back home, so I felt like our money was well spent.
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Karsten Nelson
1/15/2026
Captain John did real work to find fish with the wind as strongcas it was and a cold front moving in. We boated 8 fish, but I considered that a success, given the conditions described above. The boat was clean, the captain was knowledgeable and courteous. We spend a great deal of time fishing back home, so I felt like our money was well spent.
We had great time did catch fish, of course not the one we looking for, I thought we could explored the lake more in 6 hrs I thought we stay in one spot to long when we weren't catching anything
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george oshel
12/30/2025
We had great time did catch fish, of course not the one we looking for, I thought we could explored the lake more in 6 hrs I thought we stay in one spot to long when we weren't catching anything
Captain John, is the real deal and genuinely a good guy! We caught a lot of fish and laughed a lot! I highly recommend as a guide!
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Phillip
11/20/2025
Captain John, is the real deal and genuinely a good guy! We caught a lot of fish and laughed a lot! I highly recommend as a guide!
Caught a few really good fish. Captain John was awesome.
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Chris Jones
11/05/2025
Caught a few really good fish. Captain John was awesome.
Captain John was awesome. Experienced and helpful, his knowledge was great. Enjoyed our fishing trip immensely.
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Gary Knaub
10/30/2025
Captain John was awesome. Experienced and helpful, his knowledge was great. Enjoyed our fishing trip immensely.
Peacock bass fishing has been on my bucket list for years. Within minutes of hitting the water, we were catching fish. Definitely a great experience!
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John
10/15/2025
Peacock bass fishing has been on my bucket list for years. Within minutes of hitting the water, we were catching fish. Definitely a great experience!
Perfect Fishing A massive thank you for an unforgettable afternoon fishing! The whole experience exceeded our expectations. John’s instruction was clear, engaging, and perfectly suited for my 9-year-old son. We had an amazing time and came away with a newfound passion for fishing.The river was peaceful, the perfect setting. Freddie was over the moon after catching his first largemouth bass fish and four more. We highly recommend this experience for any budding fishermen! read moreread less
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Younger A
10/10/2025
Perfect Fishing A massive thank you for an unforgettable afternoon fishing! The whole experience exceeded our expectations. John’s instruction was clear, engaging, and perfectly suited for my 9-year-old son. We had an amazing time and came away with a newfound passion for fishing.The river was peaceful, the perfect setting. Freddie was over the moon after catching his first largemouth bass fish and four more. We highly recommend this experience for any budding fishermen!
Even though there was some rain we had a great time. We shot several Iquanas, and it was a great trip! Thank you John for a great trip!
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steve hoyer
9/29/2025
Even though there was some rain we had a great time. We shot several Iquanas, and it was a great trip! Thank you John for a great trip!
Capt. John Larsen does the Best fishing charter in Florida.
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Vernon Adkins
8/13/2025
Capt. John Larsen does the Best fishing charter in Florida.
We did a 2 hour hunt with John and he was awesome. Worked well with my 7 year old son and put us on iguanas right away. It was an awesome time and we can’t to go again!
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Paul Rose
8/07/2025
We did a 2 hour hunt with John and he was awesome. Worked well with my 7 year old son and put us on iguanas right away. It was an awesome time and we can’t to go again!
Capt. John was fantastic. Put us right on the fish after just a 15 boat ride. We caught seven to eight different species. I've waited 30 years to catch a Peacock Bass and Capt. John had done within the first hour of our charter. My 17 year old daughter and 12 year old son caught amazing fish and received a quality education on the water today. Just a fantastic experience today.
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Eric Sheehan
6/21/2025
Capt. John was fantastic. Put us right on the fish after just a 15 boat ride. We caught seven to eight different species. I've waited 30 years to catch a Peacock Bass and Capt. John had done within the first hour of our charter. My 17 year old daughter and 12 year old son caught amazing fish and received a quality education on the water today. Just a fantastic experience today.
It was a dreary start to a fishing day but Captain John kept positive. We had a change in locations because of the weather but all was perfect. He was spot on. We got a little rain but he provided us with rain jackets and fish we did. I was so inexperienced - my husband was better - but Captain John’s instructions were great and he never flinched when he had to give them more than once. It was a beautiful day on a beautiful boat on beautiful water. We didn’t catch much but the smiles never faded. We loved it. Thanks !!!
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Karen Hinkley
6/05/2025
It was a dreary start to a fishing day but Captain John kept positive. We had a change in locations because of the weather but all was perfect. He was spot on. We got a little rain but he provided us with rain jackets and fish we did. I was so inexperienced - my husband was better - but Captain John’s instructions were great and he never flinched when he had to give them more than once. It was a beautiful day on a beautiful boat on beautiful water. We didn’t catch much but the smiles never faded. We loved it. Thanks !!!
Great guy. Made the experience worth the 6hr drive . We was on fish pretty quick and it was a nice day out
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Roy Johnson
4/12/2025
Great guy. Made the experience worth the 6hr drive . We was on fish pretty quick and it was a nice day out
Capt. John was great! He does very well with children and knows a lot about where and when to hunt iguanas.
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Danielle Hicks McVay
4/10/2025
Capt. John was great! He does very well with children and knows a lot about where and when to hunt iguanas.
John was a great guide. Me and my 3 kids had an awesome time shooting iguanas. We recovered nearly 20 and had probably another 20 that we missed or couldn't recover. Very, very fun. I would highly recommend it.
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Bobby Poe
3/28/2025
John was a great guide. Me and my 3 kids had an awesome time shooting iguanas. We recovered nearly 20 and had probably another 20 that we missed or couldn't recover. Very, very fun. I would highly recommend it.
John was a good captain. Very knowledgeable nice boat. Put me onto fish all day.
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Thomas Fetta
3/13/2025
John was a good captain. Very knowledgeable nice boat. Put me onto fish all day.
March Fishing Trip Captain John was awesome. Provided me with everything I was looking for. Very knowledgeable and very patient. Caught the biggest bass of my life. Was. Would highly recommend John as a guide. He even went out of his way to help a stranded guy in his boat on the way in.
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Dan S.
3/09/2025
March Fishing Trip Captain John was awesome. Provided me with everything I was looking for. Very knowledgeable and very patient. Caught the biggest bass of my life. Was. Would highly recommend John as a guide. He even went out of his way to help a stranded guy in his boat on the way in.
Fishing with Capt John was not just about catching fish—it was a whole experience! The views were breathtaking, and the ride itself was smooth and relaxing. On top of that, we had plenty of action with the rods. Highly recommend for anyone who loves both fishing and nature!
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Jackson Turner
2/25/2025
Fishing with Capt John was not just about catching fish—it was a whole experience! The views were breathtaking, and the ride itself was smooth and relaxing. On top of that, we had plenty of action with the rods. Highly recommend for anyone who loves both fishing and nature!
Thanks to Captain John Larsen for a great morning catching bass. He's a real pro.
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Charles Radford
2/08/2025
Thanks to Captain John Larsen for a great morning catching bass. He's a real pro.
Unforgettable Everglades Adventure with Captain John! My fiancé and I had an absolutely incredible time on our recent fishing trip with Bass Fishing, Florida Everglades Charters, and it’s all thanks to the amazing Captain John! From the moment we stepped on board, Captain John’s warm personality and extensive knowledge of the Everglades made us feel like we were in the best of hands.
He knew all the hot spots for catching peacock bass and Oscars, and we were thrilled to reel in several of each! But the highlight of the trip was definitely seeing the numerous alligators in their natural habitat – a truly unforgettable experience.
Captain John went above and beyond to ensure we had a fantastic time, sharing fascinating insights about the local wildlife and ecosystem. His passion for the Everglades was contagious, and he made the entire experience both educational and exciting.
If you’re looking for an unforgettable Everglades adventure, look no further than Florida Everglades Charters. And if you’re lucky enough to have Captain John as your guide, you’re in for a real treat! We can’t wait to book our next trip with them!
He knew all the hot spots for catching peacock bass and Oscars, and we were thrilled to reel in several of each! But the highlight of the trip was definitely seeing the numerous alligators in their natural habitat – a truly unforgettable experience.
Captain John went above and beyond to ensure we had a fantastic time, sharing fascinating insights about the local wildlife and ecosystem. His passion for the Everglades was contagious, and he made the entire experience both educational and exciting.
If you’re looking for an unforgettable Everglades adventure, look no further than Florida Everglades Charters. And if you’re lucky enough to have Captain John as your guide, you’re in for a real treat! We can’t wait to book our next trip with them!
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Michael L.
2/01/2025
Unforgettable Everglades Adventure with Captain John! My fiancé and I had an absolutely incredible time on our recent fishing trip with Bass Fishing, Florida Everglades Charters, and it’s all thanks to the amazing Captain John! From the moment we stepped on board, Captain John’s warm personality and extensive knowledge of the Everglades made us feel like we were in the best of hands.
He knew all the hot spots for catching peacock bass and Oscars, and we were thrilled to reel in several of each! But the highlight of the trip was definitely seeing the numerous alligators in their natural habitat – a truly unforgettable experience.
Captain John went above and beyond to ensure we had a fantastic time, sharing fascinating insights about the local wildlife and ecosystem. His passion for the Everglades was contagious, and he made the entire experience both educational and exciting.
If you’re looking for an unforgettable Everglades adventure, look no further than Florida Everglades Charters. And if you’re lucky enough to have Captain John as your guide, you’re in for a real treat! We can’t wait to book our next trip with them!
He knew all the hot spots for catching peacock bass and Oscars, and we were thrilled to reel in several of each! But the highlight of the trip was definitely seeing the numerous alligators in their natural habitat – a truly unforgettable experience.
Captain John went above and beyond to ensure we had a fantastic time, sharing fascinating insights about the local wildlife and ecosystem. His passion for the Everglades was contagious, and he made the entire experience both educational and exciting.
If you’re looking for an unforgettable Everglades adventure, look no further than Florida Everglades Charters. And if you’re lucky enough to have Captain John as your guide, you’re in for a real treat! We can’t wait to book our next trip with them!
Great Trip! Capt John was terrific. Great communication and the experience was as expected with an outcome to match. Everything worked well.
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Paul E.
2/01/2025
Great Trip! Capt John was terrific. Great communication and the experience was as expected with an outcome to match. Everything worked well.
We had an awesome time. We caught about 20 peacock bass and many other species. John Larson was very professional and I would highly recommend him. Thanks for some awesome memories.
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David Perry
12/31/2024
We had an awesome time. We caught about 20 peacock bass and many other species. John Larson was very professional and I would highly recommend him. Thanks for some awesome memories.
Capt. John knows the ins and outs of local fishing spots, ensuring you have the best chance to catch your target species. His personalized approach guarantees a day filled with action and fun.
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Hunter Campbell
12/11/2024
Capt. John knows the ins and outs of local fishing spots, ensuring you have the best chance to catch your target species. His personalized approach guarantees a day filled with action and fun.
Had a great trip with Captain John! Boated over 20 fish on Lake O.
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Frank Crisafulli
11/27/2024
Had a great trip with Captain John! Boated over 20 fish on Lake O.
Great experience! Booking was simple. Captain John was awesome and we caught fish all day long!
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Ryan Childress
6/27/2024
Great experience! Booking was simple. Captain John was awesome and we caught fish all day long!
Great time, son loved it, John was an awesome host/guide.
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Gabriel Finocchietti
6/26/2024
Great time, son loved it, John was an awesome host/guide.
Great day on the water. Changed original location to be fished but all for the better. Started slow but Capt John Larsen worked until we found fish. Being from the north we were happy with the variety of species caught - Peacock Bass, Oscars, Ciclads, Bluegills, Gar, and of course, Largemouth's. We hope to get back soon.
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Tom Conard
6/15/2024
Great day on the water. Changed original location to be fished but all for the better. Started slow but Capt John Larsen worked until we found fish. Being from the north we were happy with the variety of species caught - Peacock Bass, Oscars, Ciclads, Bluegills, Gar, and of course, Largemouth's. We hope to get back soon.
Captain John was awesome! He was informative and had an eye like a hawk for spotting iguanas. He then surprised us with a speedy ride down the canal with the song Danger Zone! My family and I had an incredible time and would recommend to anyone!
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Robert Higgins
6/05/2024
Captain John was awesome! He was informative and had an eye like a hawk for spotting iguanas. He then surprised us with a speedy ride down the canal with the song Danger Zone! My family and I had an incredible time and would recommend to anyone!
Lake Ida Peacock Bass fishing Put us on a lot of fish. Caught quite a few peacock bass and a few other types of fish. Very knowledgeable
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Drake
2/09/2024
Lake Ida Peacock Bass fishing Put us on a lot of fish. Caught quite a few peacock bass and a few other types of fish. Very knowledgeable
Great trip Captain John was a lot of fun and knew his stuff. He was very helpful w/ my dad and daughter. Much appreciated his efforts.
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Dusty Gallas
11/25/2023
Great trip Captain John was a lot of fun and knew his stuff. He was very helpful w/ my dad and daughter. Much appreciated his efforts.
Captain John was a lot of fun and knew his stuff. He was very helpful w/ my dad and daughter. Much appreciated his efforts.
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Dusty Gallas
11/23/2023
Captain John was a lot of fun and knew his stuff. He was very helpful w/ my dad and daughter. Much appreciated his efforts.
Bass fishing! City of Okeechobee Fishing Trip - 6 Hrs Schedule : Morning Session (Private)
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Dusty Gallas
11/22/2023
Bass fishing! City of Okeechobee Fishing Trip - 6 Hrs Schedule : Morning Session (Private)
Great experience! Lake Okeechobee - Clewiston - 6 Hr Trip Schedule : Morning Session (Private)
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Jim Cooper
11/16/2023
Great experience! Lake Okeechobee - Clewiston - 6 Hr Trip Schedule : Morning Session (Private)
John was an excellent guide very knowledgeable about all things fish !!! Caught so many had to take a break!!! He also taught us many things to improve our fishing skills!! Looking forward to booking with him in January!!! He is the best!!!
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lance preston
10/30/2023
John was an excellent guide very knowledgeable about all things fish !!! Caught so many had to take a break!!! He also taught us many things to improve our fishing skills!! Looking forward to booking with him in January!!! He is the best!!!
Fishing with John Lake Okeechobee Belle Glade - 4 hr Trip Schedule : Afternoon Session (Private)
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Lance L Preston
10/27/2023
Fishing with John Lake Okeechobee Belle Glade - 4 hr Trip Schedule : Afternoon Session (Private)
Bass fishing FTL Iguana Hunting Trip - 4 Hr Schedule : Afternoon Session (Private)
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Ray Matthews
10/13/2023
Bass fishing FTL Iguana Hunting Trip - 4 Hr Schedule : Afternoon Session (Private)
Great experience John was an excellent guide very knowledgeable about all things fish !!! Caught so many had to take a break!!! He also taught us many things to improve our fishing skills!! Looking forward to booking with him in January!!! He is the best!!!
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Lance Preston
10/05/2023
Great experience John was an excellent guide very knowledgeable about all things fish !!! Caught so many had to take a break!!! He also taught us many things to improve our fishing skills!! Looking forward to booking with him in January!!! He is the best!!!
John Larsen Fished Lake Osborne with Captain Larsen in April of 23. He certainly knows his stuff. Had a great time and caught plenty of fish. I added 5 new species to my personnel list of fish caught on this trip.
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Peter P Bau
4/10/2023
John Larsen Fished Lake Osborne with Captain Larsen in April of 23. He certainly knows his stuff. Had a great time and caught plenty of fish. I added 5 new species to my personnel list of fish caught on this trip.
Best Peacock Bass Guide hands down I booked an 8 hour peacock bass fishing trip with bass online. They were very informative about the different places they fish. Because we were staying in Pompano beach they recommended I fish Lake Ida. They hooked me up with Capt. John Larsen for my trip. Capt. John reached out to me to finalize things the day before the trip. He asked questions to see what kind of fish I wanted to target. Once I told him that I wanted to mostly catch peacock bass he let me know the fishing style and what we would be doing. He made recommendations for how much live bait we needed and let me know he would have a cooler full of ice and water. We could bring other drinks and food. I showed up at the ramp and Capt. John was all ready to go. We headed to our first place. I am a bass fisherman so he only needed to explain that we needed to skip the bait under the docks and watch the line. My second cast the line jumped and started to move. I reeled down on the fish and set the hook. The fish did not move and it was like setting the hook on a rock. Then the fish just started to dig. Capt. John let me know to keep him away from the pylons and get him into open water. After a brief solid fight Capt. John netted my fish. A 2 1/2 pound peacock bass. We caught over 30 fish that day and I had the best time. Capt. John used my camera and took some shots of me and then I had him fish and took some shots of him. You need to book a trip with Capt. John Larsen he knows his stuff and puts you on the fish!!!
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bobs861
3/12/2023
Best Peacock Bass Guide hands down I booked an 8 hour peacock bass fishing trip with bass online. They were very informative about the different places they fish. Because we were staying in Pompano beach they recommended I fish Lake Ida. They hooked me up with Capt. John Larsen for my trip. Capt. John reached out to me to finalize things the day before the trip. He asked questions to see what kind of fish I wanted to target. Once I told him that I wanted to mostly catch peacock bass he let me know the fishing style and what we would be doing. He made recommendations for how much live bait we needed and let me know he would have a cooler full of ice and water. We could bring other drinks and food. I showed up at the ramp and Capt. John was all ready to go. We headed to our first place. I am a bass fisherman so he only needed to explain that we needed to skip the bait under the docks and watch the line. My second cast the line jumped and started to move. I reeled down on the fish and set the hook. The fish did not move and it was like setting the hook on a rock. Then the fish just started to dig. Capt. John let me know to keep him away from the pylons and get him into open water. After a brief solid fight Capt. John netted my fish. A 2 1/2 pound peacock bass. We caught over 30 fish that day and I had the best time. Capt. John used my camera and took some shots of me and then I had him fish and took some shots of him. You need to book a trip with Capt. John Larsen he knows his stuff and puts you on the fish!!!
Best Peacock Bass Guide hands down I booked an 8 hour peacock bass fishing trip with bass online. They were very informative about the different places they fish. Because we were staying in Pompano beach they recommended I fish Lake Ida. They hooked me up with Capt. John Larsen for my trip. Capt. John reached out to me to finalize things the day before the trip. He asked questions to see what kind of fish I wanted to target. Once I told him that I wanted to mostly catch peacock bass he let me know the fishing style and what we would be doing. He made recommendations for how much live bait we needed and let me know he would have a cooler full of ice and water. We could bring other drinks and food. I showed up at the ramp and Capt. John was all ready to go. We headed to our first place. I am a bass fisherman so he only needed to explain that we needed to skip the bait under the docks and watch the line. My second cast the line jumped and started to move. I reeled down on the fish and set the hook. The fish did not move and it was like setting the hook on a rock. Then the fish just started to dig. Capt. John let me know to keep him away from the pylons and get him into open water. After a brief solid fight Capt. John netted my fish. A 2 1/2 pound peacock bass. We caught over 30 fish that day and I had the best time. Capt. John used my camera and took some shots of me and then I had him fish and took some shots of him. You need to book a trip with Capt. John Larsen he knows his stuff and puts you on the fish!!! read moreread less
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bobs861
3/12/2023
Best Peacock Bass Guide hands down I booked an 8 hour peacock bass fishing trip with bass online. They were very informative about the different places they fish. Because we were staying in Pompano beach they recommended I fish Lake Ida. They hooked me up with Capt. John Larsen for my trip. Capt. John reached out to me to finalize things the day before the trip. He asked questions to see what kind of fish I wanted to target. Once I told him that I wanted to mostly catch peacock bass he let me know the fishing style and what we would be doing. He made recommendations for how much live bait we needed and let me know he would have a cooler full of ice and water. We could bring other drinks and food. I showed up at the ramp and Capt. John was all ready to go. We headed to our first place. I am a bass fisherman so he only needed to explain that we needed to skip the bait under the docks and watch the line. My second cast the line jumped and started to move. I reeled down on the fish and set the hook. The fish did not move and it was like setting the hook on a rock. Then the fish just started to dig. Capt. John let me know to keep him away from the pylons and get him into open water. After a brief solid fight Capt. John netted my fish. A 2 1/2 pound peacock bass. We caught over 30 fish that day and I had the best time. Capt. John used my camera and took some shots of me and then I had him fish and took some shots of him. You need to book a trip with Capt. John Larsen he knows his stuff and puts you on the fish!!!
Best Peacock Bass Guide hands down I booked an 8 hour peacock bass fishing trip with bass online. They were very informative about the different places they fish. Because we were staying in Pompano beach they recommended I fish Lake Ida. They hooked me up with Capt. John Larsen for my trip. Capt. John reached out to me to finalize things the day before the trip. He asked questions to see what kind of fish I wanted to target. Once I told him that I wanted to mostly catch peacock bass he let me know the fishing style and what we would be doing. He made recommendations for how much live bait we needed and let me know he would have a cooler full of ice and water. We could bring other drinks and food. I showed up at the ramp and Capt. John was all ready to go. We headed to our first place. I am a bass fisherman so he only needed to explain that we needed to skip the bait under the docks and watch the line. My second cast the line jumped and started to move. I reeled down on the fish and set the hook. The fish did not move and it was like setting the hook on a rock. Then the fish just started to dig. Capt. John let me know to keep him away from the pylons and get him into open water. After a brief solid fight Capt. John netted my fish. A 2 1/2 pound peacock bass. We caught over 30 fish that day and I had the best time. Capt. John used my camera and took some shots of me and then I had him fish and took some shots of him. You need to book a trip with Capt. John Larsen he knows his stuff and puts you on the fish!!! read moreread less
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Bob S
3/12/2023
Best Peacock Bass Guide hands down I booked an 8 hour peacock bass fishing trip with bass online. They were very informative about the different places they fish. Because we were staying in Pompano beach they recommended I fish Lake Ida. They hooked me up with Capt. John Larsen for my trip. Capt. John reached out to me to finalize things the day before the trip. He asked questions to see what kind of fish I wanted to target. Once I told him that I wanted to mostly catch peacock bass he let me know the fishing style and what we would be doing. He made recommendations for how much live bait we needed and let me know he would have a cooler full of ice and water. We could bring other drinks and food. I showed up at the ramp and Capt. John was all ready to go. We headed to our first place. I am a bass fisherman so he only needed to explain that we needed to skip the bait under the docks and watch the line. My second cast the line jumped and started to move. I reeled down on the fish and set the hook. The fish did not move and it was like setting the hook on a rock. Then the fish just started to dig. Capt. John let me know to keep him away from the pylons and get him into open water. After a brief solid fight Capt. John netted my fish. A 2 1/2 pound peacock bass. We caught over 30 fish that day and I had the best time. Capt. John used my camera and took some shots of me and then I had him fish and took some shots of him. You need to book a trip with Capt. John Larsen he knows his stuff and puts you on the fish!!!
Reliable and fun! John was an amazing host! He made our boat ride very fun and his boat was very well kept.. He suggested we meet in the morning instead of in the afternoon because of how hot it can get out for us and the fish. We caught a good amount of fish too! John was also prompt and reliable. If you're looking for a world class top notch service, this is the real deal! read moreread less
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Fitlotus
10/17/2021
Reliable and fun! John was an amazing host! He made our boat ride very fun and his boat was very well kept.. He suggested we meet in the morning instead of in the afternoon because of how hot it can get out for us and the fish. We caught a good amount of fish too! John was also prompt and reliable. If you're looking for a world class top notch service, this is the real deal!
Reliable and fun! John was an amazing host! He made our boat ride very fun and his boat was very well kept.. He suggested we meet in the morning instead of in the afternoon because of how hot it can get out for us and the fish. We caught a good amount of fish too! John was also prompt and reliable. If you're looking for a world class top notch service, this is the real deal!
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Angela A
10/01/2021
Reliable and fun! John was an amazing host! He made our boat ride very fun and his boat was very well kept.. He suggested we meet in the morning instead of in the afternoon because of how hot it can get out for us and the fish. We caught a good amount of fish too! John was also prompt and reliable. If you're looking for a world class top notch service, this is the real deal!
Great day fishing! Boat, Captain and fishing was first class! My son, best friend and I recently did a trip with Captain John. Caught over 100 fish and 90 were Peacock Bass! Very enjoyable day had by all. Not only was John knowledgeable, he was a great guy to spend a day fishing with.
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Tucker Reeder
7/10/2021
Great day fishing! Boat, Captain and fishing was first class! My son, best friend and I recently did a trip with Captain John. Caught over 100 fish and 90 were Peacock Bass! Very enjoyable day had by all. Not only was John knowledgeable, he was a great guy to spend a day fishing with.
Captain Larsen Captain Larsen was outstanding, he put us on fish all day. He was patient with us and explained what we were trying to do. Once we took his advice we began putting fish in the boat. I highly recommend Captain Larsen for your south Florida fishing adventure.
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Joseph Groves
5/13/2021
Captain Larsen Captain Larsen was outstanding, he put us on fish all day. He was patient with us and explained what we were trying to do. Once we took his advice we began putting fish in the boat. I highly recommend Captain Larsen for your south Florida fishing adventure.
His passion, knowledge I Had a great experience fishing with Captain John Larsen. His passion, knowledge, and enthusiasm for fishing was contagious. I am an experienced angler, but he offered me tips and taught me new techniques that I will definitely use/apply. I would definitely recommend Captain John Larsen to anyone looking for a great fishing experience.
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Steve Johnson
5/08/2021
His passion, knowledge I Had a great experience fishing with Captain John Larsen. His passion, knowledge, and enthusiasm for fishing was contagious. I am an experienced angler, but he offered me tips and taught me new techniques that I will definitely use/apply. I would definitely recommend Captain John Larsen to anyone looking for a great fishing experience.
Awesome day We had an awesome day with Captain John. His boat was clean and very well equipped. Great gear and he put us on fish all day. Trifecta- Peacock bass-Largemouth bass and Clown knife fish. We will be back in future. Thank you John for a wonderful experience.
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Ruth Randi
4/17/2021
Awesome day We had an awesome day with Captain John. His boat was clean and very well equipped. Great gear and he put us on fish all day. Trifecta- Peacock bass-Largemouth bass and Clown knife fish. We will be back in future. Thank you John for a wonderful experience.
Lake Osborne Slam! Captain John Larsen put us on fish early and often on an all day fishing adventure. Catching Peacock Bass, Largemouth Bass, Knife Clown Fish and many more species. Captain John will put you on the fish.
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Will K.
4/12/2021
Lake Osborne Slam! Captain John Larsen put us on fish early and often on an all day fishing adventure. Catching Peacock Bass, Largemouth Bass, Knife Clown Fish and many more species. Captain John will put you on the fish.
Wooden that Peacock butt!! Really enjoyed fishing with John! One of the best guides I’ve gone out with on the water! Anyone who wants to go Peacock fishing, John is the man!
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Orlando A
3/18/2021
Wooden that Peacock butt!! Really enjoyed fishing with John! One of the best guides I’ve gone out with on the water! Anyone who wants to go Peacock fishing, John is the man!
Great fishing trip Great fishing trip with John , we were on fish all day . Will def go out with him again . Thank you for making it a great day
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Joseph Iovino
11/04/2020
Great fishing trip Great fishing trip with John , we were on fish all day . Will def go out with him again . Thank you for making it a great day
Great experience Had a great experience with Captain John. Super nice bass fishing boat and we caught a bunch of fish.
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Scott Aigen
9/20/2020
Great experience Had a great experience with Captain John. Super nice bass fishing boat and we caught a bunch of fish.
10/10 would recommend. Always wanted to catch a peacock bass since I started fishing. My uncle booked a last minute trip before I left the state and I got my chance. Captain John Larsen was very knowledgeable and gave us many helpful tips during our 4 hour session. Needless to say, he put us on a ton of peacocks and a clown knife fish! Most fun I’ve ever had out on the water, 10/10 would recommend.
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Cam Dyer
7/28/2020
10/10 would recommend. Always wanted to catch a peacock bass since I started fishing. My uncle booked a last minute trip before I left the state and I got my chance. Captain John Larsen was very knowledgeable and gave us many helpful tips during our 4 hour session. Needless to say, he put us on a ton of peacocks and a clown knife fish! Most fun I’ve ever had out on the water, 10/10 would recommend.
Captain John Larsen Captain John Larsen was awesome, he took us to the right spots to get some really nice Peacock Bass. He communicated very clearly before and during our time with him. He was very punctual, boat was super clean and ready with everything we needed to enjoy a very good fishing morning. I'll definitively go out fishing with him any time!
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Ricardo Wallis
7/11/2020
Captain John Larsen Captain John Larsen was awesome, he took us to the right spots to get some really nice Peacock Bass. He communicated very clearly before and during our time with him. He was very punctual, boat was super clean and ready with everything we needed to enjoy a very good fishing morning. I'll definitively go out fishing with him any time!
He deliver, for sure. John is very friendly, have patience to teach if needed, know the place as the palm of his hand, new boat. Was able to catch many peacock Bass. What more do you want?
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Globalker
5/24/2020
He deliver, for sure. John is very friendly, have patience to teach if needed, know the place as the palm of his hand, new boat. Was able to catch many peacock Bass. What more do you want?
He deliver, for sure. John is very friendly, have patience to teach if needed, know the place as the palm of his hand, new boat. Was able to catch many peacock Bass. What more do you want? read moreread less
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Sergio Pretini
5/24/2020
He deliver, for sure. John is very friendly, have patience to teach if needed, know the place as the palm of his hand, new boat. Was able to catch many peacock Bass. What more do you want?
We Slayed All Day! Great experience from start to finish. Captain John was on point from personality to profession. We brought in plenty of largemouth bass and even a few catfish. We all caught at least one BIG BOY too. The gear was great and we experienced zero troubles. We will be booking with him specifically again when we come back to Okeechobee. Thank you, Captain John!!! Adam Armstrong
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Adam A.
3/26/2020
We Slayed All Day! Great experience from start to finish. Captain John was on point from personality to profession. We brought in plenty of largemouth bass and even a few catfish. We all caught at least one BIG BOY too. The gear was great and we experienced zero troubles. We will be booking with him specifically again when we come back to Okeechobee. Thank you, Captain John!!! Adam Armstrong
John Knows John Knows what he’s doing. Very knowledgeable and fun to have on the boat while fishing. Dude gives the best tips ever
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Trey Holt
1/12/2020
John Knows John Knows what he’s doing. Very knowledgeable and fun to have on the boat while fishing. Dude gives the best tips ever
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FAQ
What areas does Capt John Larsen guide in?
Capt John Larsen guides in South Florida, including freshwater lakes like Lake Osborn, Lake Ida, Lake Okeechobee, as well as saltwater inshore fishing near Palm Beach and Jupiter.
What species can I expect to catch on a trip with Capt John Larsen?
Trips target largemouth bass, peacock bass, clown knife fish, snook, tarpon, and other freshwater and saltwater species found in the South Florida area.
What type of equipment and amenities does Capt John provide?
Capt John offers a 22-foot Sterling boat with Garmin electronics, live bait tank, cooler, fishing chairs, all fishing equipment including spinning, baitcasting, and fly rods (fly rods by request), safety gear, and photos. The boat comfortably fits up to 4 guests.
Do I need a fishing license for Capt John Larsen?
A valid state fishing license is required in most cases. Check your state wildlife agency for the latest rules and license options before you go.
Are guided trips available at Capt John Larsen?
Yes, Capt John Larsen offers instant online confirmation for scheduled trips. He provides free cancellations due to bad weather or health issues, with options for rescheduling or refunds. Trips can be booked online to secure dates.
Captain Bio
Meet Captain John
Capt John Larsen is a full-time fishing guide in South Florida. Nothing compares to relaxing on an urban lake and fishing in Southeast Florida. To get your slice of paradise, take a trip with Capt John. Join Capt. John on Lake Osborn, Lake Ida, Lake Okeechobee, or saltwater inshore fishing for a few hours, and enjoy what these waters have to offer.
In freshwater, you will be spending your day out on a lake battling giant largemouth bass, peacock bass, or clown knife fish. This area is known for having some of the greatest bass fishing scenes in the state, so it’s a perfect opportunity to polish your fishing technique.
Hop aboard a 22’ Sterling boat that was newly built in 2020. She features the latest Garmin navigational electronics, and a 250 HP Mercury 4-stroke engine powers her. The ship offers ample fishing space for up to 4 guests and features a live bait tank, a cooler, and several fishing chairs.
Capt John Larsen will supply you with professional tournament equipment, including rods, reels, and lures. This equipment is excellent for light tackle fishing, but if you’re planning to catch fish on a fly, please bring your own.
Capt John also grew up in the Jupiter area and is very, very proficient in the area inshore fishing, especially the local snook.
You only need to purchase your fishing license and prepare some snacks and drinks of your choice. Don’t forget your sun protection to avoid getting sunburned.
Capt John offers incredible trips for trophy bass and summer trips for big snook, with a Captain who’s always ready to take you to your next catch. Welcome aboard!
Amenities:
- Fishing Chairs
- GPS & Fishfinder
- Life Jackets
- Catch and Release Allowed
- Cooler, Ice, Bottled Water
About this Tour:
- Boat Specs: 22+ ft
- Boat Capacity: 4 People
- All Fishing Equipment
- Boat & Fuel
- Photos
Fishing Techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Livebait
- Fly Fishing
- Artificial Lures
Fishing Equipment:
- Spinning Rods
- Baitcasting Rods
- Left & Right Handed
- Fly Rods (request only)
- Braid & Mono Line
We have a complete list of great fishing guides available in the South Florida region by clicking here!
Amenities
- All Fishing Equipment
- Cooler, Ice, Bottled Water
- Boat & Fuel
- Fishing Chairs
- Left & Right Handed
- GPS & Fishfinder
Meeting Locations
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Lake Okeechobee - Belle Glade, FL 215 Marina Dr, South Bay, FL 33493
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Everglades - Fort Lauderdale, FL 21940 Griffin Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33332
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Iguana Hunts 1455 Lake Ida Rd, Delray Beach, FL 33444
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Palm Beach Inshore 900 Blue Heron Blvd, Riviera Beach, FL 33404
