Everglades All Day Fishing Trip near Fort Lauderdale

Everglades fishing starts before breakfast. This private trip takes you from Plantation into the Everglades by bass boat, with an experienced guide choosing the fishing area and supplying the tackle, safety gear, ice, and water. I like the personal format for two people, and I like that you can spend the day after the fish stop biting, watching for alligators and other wildlife. The main drawback is the long day, especially since the posted details also mention a six-hour itinerary, so you should confirm the exact duration before setting out.

I also like that the price covers a private group of up to two, rather than charging each person separately. The guide teaches technique as you fish for Florida largemouth bass and peacock bass. Bring your own lunch, and remember that food, specialty drinks, fishing licenses, and optional live bait cost extra.

Key points at a glance

• A private bass boat for up to two: The $794.99 group price makes the most sense for a pair who want personal time with the guide.
• A full day on the Everglades: The experience is advertised at about 12 hours, beginning at 7:00 am, though another schedule detail lists six hours, so confirm this before booking.
• Florida bass fishing with instruction: You receive fishing equipment and help with proper technique, targeting largemouth bass and peacock bass.
• Wildlife is part of the day: One account describes seeing many alligators and other wildlife along with the fish.
• Useful supplies are included: The boat has a cooler, ice, bottled water, and safety equipment.
• You provide a few essentials: Lunch, specialty drinks, a fishing license, and live bait if wanted are not included.

Leaving Plantation for the Everglades at 7:00 am

Your morning begins at B J’s Bait & Tackle, 201 SW 125th Ave, Plantation, Florida. The early start is practical. It gives you the best chance to use the cooler part of the day for fishing and leaves time for a long run through the Everglades.

The meeting point is near Fort Lauderdale, but this is not a hotel pickup service. You need to reach the tackle shop yourself. That matters if you are staying on the beach or relying on public transportation. The activity is listed as near public transportation, but no transfer from your hotel is included.

Once you meet the local captain, you board a bass boat and head toward the chosen fishing area. The route is not a fixed sightseeing circuit. Your guide picks the location based on local conditions and the kind of fishing planned for the day. That flexible approach is useful in a large wetland, where the best spot can change.

There is one timing point I would settle before paying. The main description calls this an all-day, approximately 12-hour outing, while the stop information gives a six-hour duration. The start time is clearly 7:00 am, but the return time is not. Ask Bass Online Fishing Trips to confirm whether your booking is six hours or the full 12 hours.

What fishing from the bass boat is like

The boat is set up for fishing, not luxury cruising. You have room to work with your rod and tackle, and there is space for your own lunch. A cooler with ice and bottled water is provided, which saves you from packing a large supply of drinks.

All fishing equipment is included. That is a real convenience if you are visiting South Florida and do not want to travel with rods, reels, or tackle. Safety equipment is also supplied, so the package handles the basic gear for both fishing and time on the water.

Your guide helps you learn the proper skills rather than simply handing you equipment and sending you off. That makes this a good choice if you are new to bass fishing, fishing with a child, or want a local captain to improve your technique. If you already fish often, the value comes from access to local water and from letting the captain choose the fishing area.

The focus is Florida largemouth bass and peacock bass. The exact catch is never guaranteed, so book this as a day of fishing rather than a promise of a full cooler. Conditions, fish activity, and your own luck all matter. The appeal is the chance to fish in the Everglades with someone who knows the area, not a guaranteed number of bites.

If Kirk is your guide, you may get the captain named in one especially positive account. He was described as enjoyable and experienced, with strong knowledge of the fishing and surrounding wildlife. Guides can change, so I would not treat Kirk as guaranteed, but you can ask about the assigned captain when you confirm the schedule.

Why the Everglades setting adds value

This is more than a standard fishing charter. The boat carries you through long stretches of the Florida Everglades, where wildlife watching becomes part of the experience even when the fish are quiet.

One account describes seeing lots of alligators and wildlife during the day. That is important context. You are not spending every minute staring at a bobber. The ride, the water, and the chance to spot animals give the day another purpose.

Still, keep your expectations sensible. The available information does not promise a dedicated wildlife tour, special viewing stops, or a naturalist presentation. You are going out to fish first. Wildlife is a welcome bonus, not the main scheduled activity.

I like this balance for people who want a more active Everglades outing. You can learn a skill, try for bass, and enjoy the surroundings without being tied to a large sightseeing group. The private format also means your group can focus on fishing at its own pace.

The full-day question matters more than it seems

A 12-hour outing is a serious commitment. With a 7:00 am start, a full day could keep you out until the evening. One person initially misunderstood how long the all-day trip would be, then felt pleased that the extra time allowed more fishing, wildlife watching, and a better chance at catching fish.

That detail is useful. If you are deciding between a short charter and this option, the added hours may make the price easier to justify. Fishing often involves waiting, moving, trying a new location, and waiting again. More time gives the guide more room to adjust.

On the other hand, twelve hours on a boat can feel long. You need to be comfortable with sun, open water, repeated casting, and a day with few bites. Children and first-time anglers may enjoy the adventure, but they may also tire before the day ends.

Pack food that is easy to eat on a boat. The cooler, ice, and bottled water are included, but lunch is not. Specialty drinks are also excluded. Ask about the fishing license before the trip, since that cost is not part of the package. Live bait is optional and also costs extra if you choose it.

A private price for two people

The listed price is $794.99 per group of up to two. For a couple, parent and child, or two friends, that works out to about $397.50 each if both spaces are filled.

That is not a casual morning activity price. You are paying for a private outing, a guide, a bass boat, fishing equipment, safety equipment, cooler service, ice, and bottled water. You also receive instruction and do not need to bring your own fishing setup.

The value depends heavily on how you use the time. For two people who want a private day and expect to fish for many hours, the rate is easier to defend. For one person alone, the same group price makes the outing much more expensive per head.

The private format is worth noting. Only your group participates, so you are not sharing the boat with strangers or adjusting your plans around a large party. That privacy can be especially useful if one person is a beginner and needs direct coaching.

You should add the costs that are not included. Food and specialty drinks are yours to buy, fishing licenses are separate, and live bait is available only at an additional cost. These are not surprise charges if you plan ahead, but they should be part of your budget.

Who will enjoy this most

I would choose this trip for two people who care more about time on the water than polished sightseeing. It fits anglers who want to target Florida bass, beginners who want hands-on instruction, and families looking for a private outdoor day.

It also suits visitors who do not have fishing equipment with them. The included gear removes much of the usual hassle. You only need to handle the personal items and any required extras.

The day may be less suitable if you want a short Everglades introduction, a fixed sightseeing route, or a guaranteed catch. It may also be too long for anyone who dislikes early starts or extended time outdoors.

Service animals are allowed, and most people can participate. Since this is a boat-based activity, ask the operator about your specific needs before booking if mobility, seating, or boarding could be an issue. The available details do not describe boat-access arrangements.

What to confirm before you book

The first question is duration. The experience is promoted as approximately 12 hours, but the detailed timing also lists six hours. Confirm the length, return time, and whether the full-day rate applies to your date.

Next, ask about the fishing license. It is not included, and the information does not state if the captain can arrange one for you. Sorting this out early prevents a last-minute problem.

Ask if your guide will be Kirk or another captain. Kirk is the guide associated with the strongest personal account, but no captain is guaranteed in the booking details. The guide makes a large difference on a private fishing day, so it is fair to ask.

Finally, plan your lunch. You have a cooler, ice, and bottled water, but not a meal. Pack food that can handle time outdoors and is easy to eat between casts.

The booking confirmation is issued at the time of purchase. Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Changes or cancellations made inside that 24-hour window are not accepted for a refund.

Should you book the Everglades fishing trip?

Book it if you and one other person want a private, gear-included fishing day with a local captain, and you are happy to spend much of the day outdoors. The chance to catch largemouth or peacock bass, see alligators, and receive personal instruction gives the outing more substance than a simple boat ride.

I would pause if you are unsure about spending 12 hours on the water or if you mainly want an easy wildlife tour. Confirm the six-hour versus 12-hour schedule before booking, then add the license, lunch, and optional bait to the price.

For two anglers who value privacy and local guidance, this is a strong Fort Lauderdale-area choice. For a solo visitor or someone seeking a brief introduction to the Everglades, the group price and long schedule may not fit as well.

FAQ

Where does the Everglades fishing trip start?

It starts at B J’s Bait & Tackle, 201 SW 125th Ave, Plantation, FL 33325, USA.

What time does the experience begin?

The scheduled start time is 7:00 am.

How long is the fishing trip?

The main description lists approximately 12 hours, but another schedule detail lists six hours. Confirm the exact duration with Bass Online Fishing Trips before booking.

How many people can join the private tour?

The price covers one private group of up to two people.

Is fishing equipment provided?

Yes. The trip includes fishing equipment and safety equipment, along with a cooler, ice, and bottled water.

Are lunch, fishing licenses, and live bait included?

No. Food, specialty drinks, fishing licenses, and live bait if desired are not included.