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You're in good hands

Book your trip with confidence — We only work with the best local guides that know where to put you on fish.

About Your Trip

Water Type

Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Come experience Miami peacock bass fishing—fast strikes, vibrant colors, and nonstop excitement in the city canals. This trip is perfect for beginners, families, and experienced anglers alike, whether it’s your first time holding a rod or you’re looking to dial in your peacock game with a local guide. We’ll fish productive canal stretches, seawalls, bridge corners, culverts, and current breaks—classic peacock ambush spots where bites can happen at any moment. You’ll be using proven tactics with artificial lures, and I’ll coach you step-by-step on casting angles, retrieves, hooksets, and how to fight these hard-pulling fish without losing them at the boat. Want the best odds for steady action? Live bait is available for an additional cost and can be a game-changer when conditions get tough or you want to keep the bite rolling. Expect a fun, relaxed vibe with a captain who stays on the move and adjusts to the day’s conditions to keep you around active fish. Bring your camera—Miami peacocks are some of the most photogenic freshwater fish in the country. Reserve your trip now and let’s go catch them!

Amenities

Water Type

Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Live bait is provided for an additional fee.

Weather

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

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 7 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Languages

English, Spanish

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

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

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	4 hours	6 hours	8 hours
1 Person	$550.00	$700.00	$850.00
2 People	$550.00	$700.00	$850.00
3 People	$650.00	$800.00	$950.00

Pay 35% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

About Your Guide

Luis L.

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Quality

About Your Guide

Luis L.

Independent Guide

Capt. Lou is a South Florida freshwater fishing guide specializing in Peacock Bass and Largemouth Bass trips throughout Miami’s freshwater canal systems and the Florida Everglades. Whether you’re a first-time angler, visiting South Florida with family, or an experienced bass fisherman looking for something different, Capt. Lou tailors each trip to your goals, experience level, and current fishing conditions.

Trips are hands-on, instructional, and focused on having a fun, safe, productive day on the water. Capt. Lou provides clear coaching throughout the trip and adjusts locations, presentations, and techniques based on seasonal patterns, water conditions, and where the fish are most active.

Miami’s urban freshwater canals offer exciting opportunities for hard-fighting Peacock Bass, while the Florida Everglades provide a unique South Florida bass fishing experience with both Peacock Bass and Largemouth Bass. Artificial lures are used on many trips, and live shiners are available at an additional cost when requested.

South Florida offers year-round freshwater fishing, and Capt. Lou spends extensive time on these waters staying current with fish movement and seasonal behavior. If you’re looking for a Miami Peacock Bass fishing guide, an Everglades bass fishing trip, or a family-friendly South Florida freshwater fishing experience, Bassin’ With Capt. Lou offers a personalized day built around putting you on fish, learning along the way, and making great memories on the water.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Blue Marlin

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Tropical Ribeye Steaks!

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Blue Marlin

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Tropical Ribeye Steaks!

What’s your favorite band?

SEAL

What’s your favorite movie?

Top Gun

What’s your favorite sports team?

Miami Heat

What’s your drink of choice?

Arnold Palmer

What was your last halloween costume?

Michael Myers from Halloween

What do you want for Christmas this year?

To spend it with the whole family!

How did you get started guiding?

I was always interested in becoming a guide, and after the COVID Pandemic basically shut down my previous business. I followed my heart and became a guide!

What makes you different from other guides?

My passion for fishing is contagious! I also look forward to getting to know my clients and connecting with them. By the time we meet for our guide trip, its like we've been friends for a long time.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Palmetto Bay, Florida

Areas Fished

Kendale Lakes

About Your Boat

1/2

Boat Type: Bass Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Vexus
Boat Length: 19'
Boat Restroom: No

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bass Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Vexus
Boat Length: 19'
Boat Restroom: No
Additional Amenities: Livewell with aeration for live shiners, Power Pole, Power Pole Trolling Motor, Fish Finder

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Lake

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Live bait is provided for an additional fee.

Weather

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

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 7 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Languages

English, Spanish

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

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

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

View Full Species Seasonality Chart » View Recent Palmetto Bay Fishing Reports »

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

Everything Else to Know

Everything is included, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and anything else you might want on the trip.

You'll need to buy a fishing license before getting out there. Find out more about licenses here.

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 7 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 7 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.

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First Time Booking with Us?

Captain Experiences is home to thousands of quality, vetted fishing, hunting, and other outdoor sports guides across the US and beyond. Our mission is to Unlock the Outdoors by making it quick and easy to book the trip of a lifetime every time with our Damn Good Guides.

We vet our guides and only partner with the best of the best. Our guides do their very best to keep you safe, show you a great time, and send you home with a memorable experience shared with family and friends.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

After booking your trip, we'll connect you directly with your guide to discuss additional details. In the meantime, our team is here to answer any questions via email, text, or phone.