4-Hour Butler Chain Private Charter

A four-hour private trip across the Butler Chain of Lakes in Windermere, where clean water and grass beds hold healthy largemouth. This listing has drawn 64 reviews at a perfect rating, the most feedback of any freshwater trip on the site.

Overview

Four hours on the Butler Chain of Lakes, on a private 21-foot boat with a licensed captain at the helm. This charter is private, run for one group at a time, so the boat, the captain and the fishing spots are yours alone. The listing calls these waters some of the best bass fishing in Central Florida.

The day starts at R.D. Keene Park in Windermere, where the captain meets you at the boat ramp and helps with parking. From there you head out onto the chain with all rods, reels and safety gear already on board. A cooler with ice and bottled water is provided, so you only need to bring your own snacks and drinks to fill it. The trip ends back at the same park.

One reviewer described it as their first time fishing from a boat and said everything went better than expected, while others praised the captain's local knowledge. Note that fishing licenses, live bait if you want it, food and gratuity are not included.

What's Included

Itinerary

1. Arrive at R.D. Keene ParkThe meeting point is R.D. Keene Park, 10900 Chase Rd, Windermere, FL 34786. The park has one entrance; drive straight in without turning and follow the road to the circle where the boat ramp sits.
2. Meet the captainThe local captain meets you at the ramp and assists with parking. This is also where the trip ends later.
3. Board the boatYou board a 21-foot (6.4 meter) boat with all fishing and safety equipment already on board, plus a cooler with ice and bottled water.
4. Fish the Butler ChainYou spend the 4-hour charter fishing the Butler Chain of Lakes with your licensed captain guiding the group.
5. Return to the parkThe activity ends back at the original meeting point at R.D. Keene Park.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points will help you get the most out of this charter before you book.

• Bring food and drink. The boat carries a cooler with ice and bottled water, but food is not included. Pack your own snacks and drinks to fill the cooler. Live bait is also an extra if you want it.
• Buy a fishing license. Fishing licenses are not included in the price, so sort yours out before the trip. The listing lists them clearly under exclusions.
• Dress for the weather. The charter runs in all weather conditions, so dress appropriately for the day. If conditions turn poor and the trip is cancelled, you get a choice of another date or a full refund.
• Beginner friendly. One reviewer said it was their first time fishing from a boat and everything went better than expected. Another reviewer described the captain as patient and helpful.
• Private group. Only your group participates. Reviewers said the captain knew the area well and put them on good fishing quickly.
• Accessible options. The listing states the tour is wheelchair accessible, including transportation and surfaces, and pushchairs are fine too. Service animals are allowed, and infants must sit on laps.

Common issues. The main extra costs to plan for are fishing licenses, live bait if you want it, food and gratuity, none of which are in the price. Weather is the biggest wildcard: the trip runs in all conditions, and if the operator cancels for poor weather you can rebook or take a full refund, but a cancellation you make less than 24 hours before start time gets no refund. The meeting point is a specific park in Windermere rather than hotel pickup, though the listing notes public transportation is nearby. The listing also asks that participants have no heart problems or other serious medical conditions.

Before You Book