Sunrise over Lake Okeechobee
Okeechobee, FL · USCG Licensed

Captain D Charters

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Meet Your Guide

Captain Donnie VanDyke

Captain Donnie VanDyke
Captain D with a young first mate at the dock

First mate in training.

Captain Donnie VanDyke has been fishing since he was old enough to hold a pole. A South Florida native with decades of experience, Donnie is a tournament winner and a USCG-licensed guide.

Whether you're chasing a trophy largemouth, filling a cooler with speck and bluegill, or out for a day on the water with friends and family, you're in good hands with Captain D.

Tournament Winner
USCG Licensed
South Florida Native
Veteran Discount
3 Generations of Fishing
Three generations of the VanDyke family on the pontoon
What We Offer

The Trips

Two destinations. Your choice of bait. Half day or full day.

Lake "O"

Lake "O"

Guided fishing on Lake Okeechobee. Live shiners or artificials, your call.

  • Live bait or artificials
  • 4, 6, or 8 hour trips
  • Up to 3 anglers (3rd person add-on)
See Lake "O" Rates
HeadwatersSpecial Trip

Headwaters

The Headwaters is farther from Okeechobee, and worth the trip. Priced separately.

  • Live bait or artificials
  • 4, 6, or 8 hour trips
  • Up to 3 anglers (3rd person add-on)
See Headwaters Rates

Bait: Live shiners or artificials, let Captain D know when you book. Shiners are $25/dozen.

Straightforward Pricing

Rates

No hidden fees. Call or text to book.

Lake "O"

Guided fishing on Lake Okeechobee

  • 4 Hours$350
  • 6 Hours$425
  • 8 Hours$500
3rd Person+$100

Up to 3 anglers per trip.

Headwaters

Trophy trip, priced separately

  • 4 Hours$425
  • 6 Hours$500
  • 8 Hours$600
3rd Person+$100

Up to 3 anglers per trip. Travel distance is reflected in the rate.

🇺🇸Veteran Discount, Active duty and veterans, mention this when you book. Thank you for your service.

• Live shiners available, $25 per dozen. Confirm with Captain D when booking.

• All bookings confirmed by Captain D within 12 hours.

Coming From Out of Town?

Looking for a place to stay?

Captain D recommends local lodging close to the lake.

Recommended lodging

Recommended Partner

The Lazy Lunker

1037 Lemon Street · Okeechobee, FL 34974

Local, lake-adjacent lodging, perfect for an early start on the water.

Book The Lazy Lunker

More info and pictures about The Lazy Lunker above.

Let's Get You On The Water

Book Your Trip

Captain D will confirm within 12 hours.

Get In Touch

Call or Text

561-662-5682

Email

captaindcharters@gmail.com

Location

Okeechobee, FL

Captain D's Availability

Captain D Charters

Captain D Charters

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Free to reserve · Confirmation within 12 hours

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