With Central Florida Outdoors, even moments can last for a lifetime. Captain Thomas is dedicated to sharing his knowledge and passing it on to other anglers. As he’s been fishing in the area his entire life, rest assured you’ll be in good hands.

You’ll fish aboard the captain’s 23’ Carolina Skiff. She accommodates up to 6 guests and the whole group can fish at the same time. With all navigational and safety equipment, she features everything you need for a successful day on the lake. There’s a cooler for snacks but feel free to bring your own if it’s small.

Largemouth Bass is the most sought-after game fish in freshwater and it’s your turn to experience what it’s all about! And let’s not forget Hybrid, which is some of the hardest fighting freshwater fish in central Florida.

After the trip, you can keep your catch or release it.

Kids are welcome as well, so this can easily be an adventure for the whole family. You can purchase your fishing license online or at certain stores. Your fishing equipment is covered, so you just need to bring drinks, snacks, and sunglasses.

Florida fishing is not all about the Gulf or the Atlantic. Visit Lake Harris and experience something different with Central Florida Outdoors.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    2 Hour Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 PM
    US $230
    This 2 and a half hour trip will take you targeting Largemouth Bass and Hybrid but you can also catch Catfish or Sunfish. Bring your whole family, as these trips are great for novices and you don't need previous experience. Your fishing equipment is covered, make sure to purchase your fishing license. Live bait is $20 per person. Trip location varies each day, the exact location will be discussed after booking.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $375
    This trip will take you targeting Largemouth Bass and Hybrid but you can also catch Catfish or Sunfish. Bring your whole family, as these trips are great for novices and you don't need previous experience. Your fishing equipment is covered, make sure to purchase your fishing license. Live bait is $20 per person. Trip location varies each day, the exact location will be discussed after booking.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 4:30 PM
    US $375
    The afternoon trip will take you targeting Largemouth Bass and Hybrid but you can also catch Catfish or Sunfish. Bring your whole family, as these trips are great for novices and you don't need previous experience. Your fishing equipment is covered, make sure to purchase your fishing license. Live bait is $20 per person. Trip location varies each day, the exact location will be discussed after booking.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip (Mon, Tue, Sun)
    US $450
    This trip will take you targeting Largemouth Bass and Hybrids but you can also catch Catfish or Sunfish. Bring your whole family, as these trips are great for novices and you don't need previous experience. Your fishing equipment is covered, make sure to purchase your fishing license. Live bait is $20 per person. Trip location varies each day, the exact location will be discussed after booking.
  • Private trip
    Private lake Largemouth fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $700
    This trip will take you targeting Largemouth Bass Bring your whole family, as these trips are great for novices and you don't need previous experience. Your fishing equipment is covered, make sure to purchase your fishing license. Live bait is $30 per person. Trip location varies each day, the exact location will be discussed after booking.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
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FAQs about Central Florida Outdoors

Central Florida Outdoors offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $230 per group, additional US $150 per person after 2 guests - 2 Hour Trip (PM) (2 hours)
  • US $375 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $375 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip (5 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Private lake Largemouth fishing (4 hours)

When you book a trip with Central Florida Outdoors, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Central Florida Outdoors include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano, Penn, Daiwa)
  • Drinks (Water provided)

Central Florida Outdoors offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake Fishing

Central Florida Outdoors offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Spinning (Live bait)

Top targeted fish species with Central Florida Outdoors include:
  • Bass (Largemouth)
  • Hybrid Striped Bass
  • Sunfish

Meet the Captain

Thomas Goodman
Orlando, Florida, United States
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
18 Customer reviews
Response time 2 hours
Member since November 2019
Captain Thomas has been fishing for 20 years, guiding for 3 years. Being local to the area, he knows all the good fishing spots. The main reason he started to guide fishing trips is so he could teach other people and pass on his knowledge. His trips are great for the whole family.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Largemouth) Largemouth Bass
Hybrid Striped Bass Hybrid Striped Bass
Sunfish Sunfish

Boat specs

Carolina Skiff (Center console) originally built in 2015. Powered by a 115HP Mercury engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots.

Length
23 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Lake Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Spinning
Live bait

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Shimano, Penn, Daiwa
Drinks
Water provided

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
Atleast 5 years old must wear life vest
No Smoking
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Preferably release bass over 5 pounds.

Payment

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 18 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5Hr Trip - Worth every penny
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Anglers claimed
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93%
Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Andy M.
Winter Haven, Florida
Excellent
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Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5Hr Trip - Worth every penny

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip on May 1, 2023
Capt Tom, thank you so much for the guided tour. Top class service with over 31 fish caught. Largest was 8.5lbs Bass. If your...
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Bill D.
Brentwood, CA
Excellent
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Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5hr trip with Thomas Goodman

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip on January 10, 2023
Captain was on time, equipment was good. Did not seem friendly over the phone but as we got to know each other he was very...
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Karalynne L.
Sunset, UT
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5 hour afternoon trip with captain Thomas!

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip on January 23, 2023
Thomas was so great with us and our kids! My husband is an experienced fisherman- but he even said this was the best day of...
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Lee T.
Albuquerque, NM
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day trip with Capt. Michael Goodman

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on February 20, 2023
Caught 24 Fish including 3 new species and my top 4 largemouth bass: 2 four pounders, a four and a half pounder and a 5.5 pounder...
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Elliott R.
Orlando, Florida
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Father son vacation, First time on the lake fishing….Amazing!!!

VERIFIED   2 Hour Trip (PM) on April 13, 2022
What an Amazing experience!! This was both of our first time out on the lake fishing. Thomas set us up with Captin Adam. The...
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