South Florida Nighttime Gigging

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100% (27) Plantation, FL 1 - 6 People 3 Hours From $440 Trip #2618


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Water Type

Inshore, River, Lake, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Get out there and target a whole slew of invasive fish species on this nighttime trip with Captain Mike! Florida's inland waterways are home to tons of invasive species from all over the world, many of which pose grave threats to Florida's local fish and native ecosystems. You'll be doing nature a favor while you have a blast on this trip! Fish change their behavior at night, when they're less wary of predators and can...

About Your Trip

Get out there and target a whole slew of invasive fish species on this nighttime trip with Captain Mike! Florida's inland waterways are home to tons of invasive species from all over the world, many of which pose grave threats to Florida's local fish and native ecosystems. You'll be doing nature a favor while you have a blast on this trip!

Fish change their behavior at night, when they're less wary of predators and can come out to hunt in the open. Little do they know, you'll be waiting, gig in hand! You'll have the opportunity to gig a bunch of species on this trip, including local Carp, Tilapia, Jaguar Cichlids, Mayan Cichlids, Oscars, and many more.

You'll be fishing from the deck of Captain Mike's 18' Patriot airboat. There's no better craft for navigating the shallow, marshy areas where you'll be, and in addition, this boat packs some serious lights to help you spot the fish. Mike will you meet you at one of many boat ramps in the Ft. Lauderdale area, and give you a brief safety briefing before you get out there! He'll provide everything you need, so just remember proper clothing and maybe some bug spray and you'll be good to go. No sunscreen necessary on this night trip.
Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, River, Lake, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 14 days before the trip.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Michael O.

Independent Guide
Beginner Oriented
Instructional
Talkative
Adventurous
Laid-back
Quantity
Captain Michael is a true jack-of-all-trades and an expert when it comes to fishing and hunting Southwest Florida. Whether he's going after bass, hitting invasives like cichlids, snakeheads, and clown knifefish, taking out iguanas, or hunting pigs, Captain Michael truly does it all. Captain Michael loves taking every level of angler on his fishing charters. He is especially good with kids, and loves introducing them to the great outdoors. If you're looking to expand your...

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Michael

Michael O.

Independent Guide
Captain Michael is a true jack-of-all-trades and an expert when it comes to fishing and hunting Southwest Florida. Whether he's going after bass, hitting invasives like cichlids, snakeheads, and clown knifefish, taking out iguanas, or hunting pigs, Captain Michael truly does it all.
Captain Michael loves taking every level of angler on his fishing charters. He is especially good with kids, and loves introducing them to the great outdoors. If you're looking to expand your horizons and really see what the Fort Lauderdale area has to offer, book a trip and get out there!
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
14 foot tiger shark
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Parmesan butter and garlic lobster in linguine

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
14 foot tiger shark
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Parmesan butter and garlic lobster in linguine
Whats your drink of choice?
Margarita or Diet Coke
How did you get started guiding?
Had a couple guided trips with guides that should’ve never been guiding I told myself if I ever had the opportunity I was going to be different
What makes you different from other guides?
I put forth the effort I love to explain I believe that my customers leave more intelligent and more prepared to do it on their own then when they get here my biggest joy is when the customer succeeds
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Start Location & Lodging Options

Your guide can be flexible with your start location.
You can work with your guide after booking to set a more specific start location in the area.
Plantation, Florida
Areas Fished
  • Dania beach
  • Miami Beach
  • Pompano Beach
  • Key Biscayne

About Your Boat

Boat photo for South Florida Nighttime Gigging
Boat Type
Airboat
Boat Manufacturer
Patriot
Boat Length
18'
Additional Amenities
Bow lights, knee locks

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Airboat
Boat Manufacturer
Patriot
Boat Length
18'
Additional Amenities
Bow lights, knee locks
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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, River, Lake, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 14 days before the trip.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .
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  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

  • Gigging

Everything Else to Know

Everything is provided, feel free to bring any extra snacks and drinks. Bowfishing Setups, Blow Gun Setups, Cooler, Ice included.
You're all set! You don't need to buy a license for this trip.
We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).
Cancel for free up to 14 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 14 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.
In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

Reviews

5.0
based on 27 reviews

Jeffrey

Verified Review

April 24

Michael was a fantastic guide. He told us that he had scouted the area and it showed in the end results. He treated my ten year old daughter very well and gave her tips she will use for the rest of her days hunting. I will always hunt South Florida with Mike!

Jeffrey Hofstetter
Blue Line Outdoors

Jeffrey

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April 24

Michael was a fantastic guide. He told us that he had scouted the area and it showed in the end results. He treated my ten year old daughter very well and gave her tips she will use for the rest of her days hunting. I will always hunt South Florida with Mike!

Jeffrey Hofstetter
Blue Line Outdoors
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Trip: Iguana and Goose Hunt w/ Dog

Tyler

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April 5

Went out full day hunting iguana and fishing for peacock bass with 3 buddies and captain Mike was awesome he got us onto the fish on the fist cast caught a bunch of different species as well as the targeted fish. We also got a ton of iguanas and my wall hanger Muscovy duck ….would highly recommend captain Mike!

Thanks again buddy!!

Tyler

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April 5

Went out full day hunting iguana and fishing for peacock bass with 3 buddies and captain Mike was awesome he got us onto the fish on the fist cast caught a bunch of different species as well as the targeted fish. We also got a ton of iguanas and my wall hanger Muscovy duck ….would highly recommend captain Mike!

Thanks again buddy!!
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Trip: Iguana Hunt/Peacock Combo w/ Dog

Dave

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April 3

Highly recommend

Dave

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April 3

Highly recommend
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Trip: Iguana and Goose Hunt w/ Dog

Danny

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March 28

Mike was incredible.
He was so great with my kids and telling us history. He has an eagle eye for iguanas too! We had a blast! Also scout is the coolest dog I’ve ever met. Watching him work was incredible!

Danny

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March 28

Mike was incredible.
He was so great with my kids and telling us history. He has an eagle eye for iguanas too! We had a blast! Also scout is the coolest dog I’ve ever met. Watching him work was incredible!
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Trip: Iguana and Goose Hunt w/ Dog

Ricky

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March 19

Was great had a blast, definitely going to use his services again. Can't wait for the next trip.

Ricky

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March 19

Was great had a blast, definitely going to use his services again. Can't wait for the next trip.
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Trip: Iguana Hunt/Peacock Combo w/ Dog

Hollis

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December 22

Michael is a fantastic guide, he was very knowledgeable about all things outdoors and specifically taught us about the Florida ecosystem. This iguana trip was very fun and would absolutely recommend to anyone. Michael also has a ton of other adventures in the South Florida area!

Hollis

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December 22

Michael is a fantastic guide, he was very knowledgeable about all things outdoors and specifically taught us about the Florida ecosystem. This iguana trip was very fun and would absolutely recommend to anyone. Michael also has a ton of other adventures in the South Florida area!
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Trip: Iguana Hunt/Peacock Combo w/ Dog

Ezra

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September 17

The trip was fantastic! Mike and his wife were very good about contacting and being responsive to questions. I will definitely go on future trips. Great job Scout!

Ezra

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September 17

The trip was fantastic! Mike and his wife were very good about contacting and being responsive to questions. I will definitely go on future trips. Great job Scout!
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Trip: Iguana and Goose Hunt w/ Dog

Laine

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August 20

Michael was absolutely hilarious! We were laughing the whole time and we got into a ton of iguanas. I would absolutely book again

Laine

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August 20

Michael was absolutely hilarious! We were laughing the whole time and we got into a ton of iguanas. I would absolutely book again
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Trip: Iguana and Goose Hunt w/ Dog

Attison

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August 15

Michael is the man! Not only did we catch giant peacocks and a tonic iguanas (and one invasive Muscovy duck), but he gave us a wealth of insight into the environmental issues currently facing south Florida. Honorable mention goes to his retriever Scout.

Attison

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August 15

Michael is the man! Not only did we catch giant peacocks and a tonic iguanas (and one invasive Muscovy duck), but he gave us a wealth of insight into the environmental issues currently facing south Florida. Honorable mention goes to his retriever Scout.
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Trip: Iguana Hunt/Peacock Combo w/ Dog

Michael

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July 1

My trip with Captain Mike and Elena was all I had hoped for. Their communication leading up to the hunt was excellent and so very prompt ! I almost cancelled. My Best friend's flight from Ohio was cancelled the night before the hunt and I didn't want to go alone. Elena said we would have great fun anyway..so I went and so very glad I did. Mike's knowledge about the invasive Iguana was so helpful...

Michael

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July 1

My trip with Captain Mike and Elena was all I had hoped for. Their communication leading up to the hunt was excellent and so very prompt ! I almost cancelled. My Best friend's flight from Ohio was cancelled the night before the hunt and I didn't want to go alone. Elena said we would have great fun anyway..so I went and so very glad I did. Mike's knowledge about the invasive Iguana was so helpful during the hunt...and Having "Scout" the Iguana dog with us was the icing on the cake. He was amazing. I was comfortable with Captain Mike and Elena from the moment I arrived until we called it a day. I will definetely book with them again in the near future. If you are looking for a quality / fun and safe experience Mike and Elena Are for you ! Highly recommended ! Michael Mitchell
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Trip: Iguana and Goose Hunt w/ Dog

Scott

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July 2

We all had a great time. Highly recommend this trip and will be coming back for more adventures.

Scott

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July 2

We all had a great time. Highly recommend this trip and will be coming back for more adventures.
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Trip: Iguana Hunt/Peacock Combo w/ Dog

Ryan

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April 6

Had a blast Iguana hunting with Mike. He did a great job and knew exactly where to take us. Ended the day with 23. 5 star review and would highly recommend him.

Ryan

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April 6

Had a blast Iguana hunting with Mike. He did a great job and knew exactly where to take us. Ended the day with 23. 5 star review and would highly recommend him.
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Trip: Iguana and Goose Hunt w/ Dog

Josh

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January 17

Captain Michael exceeded our expectations. We had some very cold water temps which affected the peacock bass fishing but Mike still got us on other species's of fish. My boys really liked gigging the armoured catfish and they were plentiful. Now off to my favorite part, hunting iguana! We had plenty of shooting opportunities and ended up with 18 iguana in the boat plus a few we did not recover. We were...

Josh

Verified Review

January 17

Captain Michael exceeded our expectations. We had some very cold water temps which affected the peacock bass fishing but Mike still got us on other species's of fish. My boys really liked gigging the armoured catfish and they were plentiful. Now off to my favorite part, hunting iguana! We had plenty of shooting opportunities and ended up with 18 iguana in the boat plus a few we did not recover. We were also able to noose a very large iguana! A big surprise was Mike had a dog that would retrieve the iguana after the shot which made it exciting to see the dog work. We would definitely book with Michael again. This trip was kid friendly with my 11 and 13 year old son's.
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Trip: Iguana Hunt/Peacock Combo w/ Dog

Jodah

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April 21

Just one word to use:
Incredible, top notch, professional, highly recommend, can’t wait to book again.

Jodah

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April 21

Just one word to use:
Incredible, top notch, professional, highly recommend, can’t wait to book again.
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Trip: Iguana Hunt/Peacock Combo w/ Dog

Miguel

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March 11

Michael is an awesome guide!! He went out of his way to show us some of his personal Fishin spots. Definitely will book him again!!

Miguel

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March 11

Michael is an awesome guide!! He went out of his way to show us some of his personal Fishin spots. Definitely will book him again!!
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Kristen

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January 3

Michael was excellent! Can’t say enough good things about this trip, would highly recommend!

Kristen

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January 3

Michael was excellent! Can’t say enough good things about this trip, would highly recommend!
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Trip: Iguana and Goose Hunt w/ Dog

Mike

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November 12

Such a fun trip! Captain Mike was such a fun guide and knew the animal we were after. He had experience and wonderful equipment! We will 100% be back to go again. One of the most fun hunting experiences I've been on. Even my wife agreed

Mike

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November 12

Such a fun trip! Captain Mike was such a fun guide and knew the animal we were after. He had experience and wonderful equipment! We will 100% be back to go again. One of the most fun hunting experiences I've been on. Even my wife agreed
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Trip: Iguana and Goose Hunt w/ Dog

Jeremy

Verified Review

November 24

Captain Michael did a great job educating us on the particulars of iguana hunting, then getting our group right into the fray. He knew the area very well and was able to take us to some great locations. Captain Michael was well-prepared with all the gear we needed, and made sure we kept the guns loaded. He went above and beyond the call of duty to help us bring down a monster at the end...

Jeremy

Verified Review

November 24

Captain Michael did a great job educating us on the particulars of iguana hunting, then getting our group right into the fray. He knew the area very well and was able to take us to some great locations. Captain Michael was well-prepared with all the gear we needed, and made sure we kept the guns loaded. He went above and beyond the call of duty to help us bring down a monster at the end of our time. Having Scout assist with the retrieval added to the experience. It would be difficult to replicate the experience on our own without the help of our guide. It was a great day out on the water with Captain Michael. Highly recommended!
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Trip: Iguana and Goose Hunt w/ Dog

Steven

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October 13

Michael was a hell of a guide! we had a blast!! He was extremely knowledgeable about what we were hunting and fishing for and made sure we got what we came for. Scout was one hell of a retriever and made sure we got what we killed. I recommend this trip to anyone that wants to have fun and spend the day out in nature.

Steven

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October 13

Michael was a hell of a guide! we had a blast!! He was extremely knowledgeable about what we were hunting and fishing for and made sure we got what we came for. Scout was one hell of a retriever and made sure we got what we killed. I recommend this trip to anyone that wants to have fun and spend the day out in nature.
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Trip: Iguana Hunt/Peacock Combo w/ Dog

Jill

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October 7

The BEST day EVER! Captain Mike was not only an amazing guide but he’s so nice and knowledgeable. Our group had an amazing time and we will 10000% be coming back to do more tours with him!

Jill

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October 7

The BEST day EVER! Captain Mike was not only an amazing guide but he’s so nice and knowledgeable. Our group had an amazing time and we will 10000% be coming back to do more tours with him!
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Trip: Iguana Hunt/Peacock Combo w/ Dog

Kenneth

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September 3

Had a fun and great time

Kenneth

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September 3

Had a fun and great time
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John

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August 20

Michael was superb! He understands customer service and his customers, as well as knowing where and when to find the fish. My son and I have already discussed another trip and agreed that we should go with Michael again.

John

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August 20

Michael was superb! He understands customer service and his customers, as well as knowing where and when to find the fish. My son and I have already discussed another trip and agreed that we should go with Michael again.
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Trip: Catch, Clean, Cook Combo Trip

Chad

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July 24

Very good trip! Got a ton of different species of fish and alot more that got away. Guides were fantastic!

Chad

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July 24

Very good trip! Got a ton of different species of fish and alot more that got away. Guides were fantastic!
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Trip: Bowfishing and Gigging

Jessica

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July 22

1000/10 recommend Mike & Elena!!

They are the perfect hosts and know the perfect honey holes. 22 iguanas and our party of four each caught a 22 inch peacock bass.

Eight hours was not enough time for this adventure.

As you are fishing/hunting they are also teaching you about the species and the great outdoors. Very educational!

Plus Scout is a good pup 🐾

Jessica

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July 22

1000/10 recommend Mike & Elena!!

They are the perfect hosts and know the perfect honey holes. 22 iguanas and our party of four each caught a 22 inch peacock bass.

Eight hours was not enough time for this adventure.

As you are fishing/hunting they are also teaching you about the species and the great outdoors. Very educational!

Plus Scout is a good pup 🐾
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Trip: Iguana Hunt/Peacock Combo w/ Dog

Aslyn

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February 9

My husband and I had a blast with Captain Mike. We did the Peacock bass fishing/Iguana hunting combo, unfortunately the recent weather had affected the peacock bass so we were able to fish for other types of fish. The best part was the Iguanas and we were able to take our meat home with us! (FYI for airport info- it just needs to be in a small carry on sized cooler and meat and icepacks...

Aslyn

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February 9

My husband and I had a blast with Captain Mike. We did the Peacock bass fishing/Iguana hunting combo, unfortunately the recent weather had affected the peacock bass so we were able to fish for other types of fish. The best part was the Iguanas and we were able to take our meat home with us! (FYI for airport info- it just needs to be in a small carry on sized cooler and meat and icepacks need to be frozen solid, we made it through just fine, no need to check a bag.) Mike was very knowledgeable and entertaining; his dog was a great addition to the entire experience has he would retrieve the iguanas on shore once we shot them. Mike was an awesome guide, and this experience was well worth it! We would go back to visit captain Mike for another Florida adventure in a heart beat!
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Trip: Iguana Hunt/Peacock Combo w/ Dog

Trevor

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October 10

Capt. Mike was very accommodating and knowledgeable, can't go wrong!

Trevor

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October 10

Capt. Mike was very accommodating and knowledgeable, can't go wrong!
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Trip: Iguana Hunt/Peacock Combo w/ Dog

Anthony

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August 1

Trip was fun captain Mike was good at explaining how to shoot and getting us plenty of opportunities to try and get fish.

Anthony

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August 1

Trip was fun captain Mike was good at explaining how to shoot and getting us plenty of opportunities to try and get fish.
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