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“Our Damn Good Guides go above and beyond, and we’ve handpicked every single one. We’re passionate about the outdoors and look forward to getting you out on the trip of a lifetime, every time.”

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Everything to Know About Booking a fishing trip

Why should I book a cichlid fishing trip with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 12 cichlid trips, and the most popular trips are Peacock bass fishing guided by Christopher, Palm Beach Exotics and Invasives guided by Janot, and Lake Okeechobee Bass Fishing guided by Mike.

Our guides are rated a 4.92 out of 5 based on 4743 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly cichlid guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly cichlid guides.

What types of cichlid fishing trips are common?

Lake fishing is the most popular type of fishing for cichlid as well as river fishing and inshore fishing.

The most common fishing techniques are live bait fishing, light tackle fishing, and artificial lure fishing but topwater fishing and sight casting are popular as well.

How much does a cichlid fishing trip cost?

Prices for cichlid can range anywhere from about $515 to $2,040, but the average price for a half day trip for cichlid is $934. The average price for a full day trip for cichlid is $1,413.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for cichlid fishing?

The most popular season for cichlid fishing is spring, and most anglers book their trips 32 days in advance.

Do I need a fishing license for cichlid and what are the bag limits for cichlid?

See here for more information on cichlid fishing licenses, cichlid bag limits, and fishing season regulations for cichlid. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right cichlid rules and regulations.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome guide! Five stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Christian F. | May 24, 2025

    Trip: Peacock Bass: Fly or Spin

  • ★★★★★
    Roy was an absolute blast to spend time with on the water. Many fish were caught including largemouth bass and some sunnies. I got lucky with a cancellation and it was a 1:1 experience. We both fished and talked about everything under the sun. Good times!

    Rich G. | May 23, 2025

    Trip: Everglades Peacock Bass/Largemouth

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip!

    Marty B. | March 29, 2025

    Trip: Freshwater Peacock Bass & More

  • ★★★★★
    We had an excellent day with Justin. Our target species was Peacock Bass and as promised, Justin delivered. Both of us were novices to fly fishing but Justin was patient and coached us to ensure we were landing fish, and we did!! All day long. Great time. We are looking to coming back next year and hooking up with Justin.

    Robert D. | March 19, 2025

    Trip: Peacock Bass: Fly or Spin

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time bass fishing with Mike , as Always !! I highly recommend him !!

    Nancy D. | February 17, 2025

    Trip: Lake Okeechobee Bass Fishing

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