Central Florida Outdoors 

5.0
(19 reviews)
 Orlando, Orlando, FL 32805, United States

Central Florida Outdoors 

Orlando, FL, United States
23 ft
6
5.0
(19 reviews)

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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.

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.

Thomas Goodman
Captain
Thomas Goodman
9 years of experience
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responds within an hour

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Trip availability and prices

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2 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
2 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 6:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue)
US $230
Entire boat: 2 people
Half day trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 5:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue)
Bass (Largemouth)
Sunfish
Hybrid Striped Bass
US $550
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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5.0
19 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Andy Marsh
Andy Marsh
Repeat angler
gb
United Kingdom
Member since 2023
2 trips
5.0
Verified
5Hr Trip - Worth every penny
5 Hour Trip on May 1, 20232 adults

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 in any doubt when booking then look no further. We had live bait which is the only way to go. To compare with other fishing firm we did last year Tom caught more live bait whilst we fished so we used the full time. Even took us on a boat ride !!! We will be using Tom again Cheers mate

Reported catch:
Hybrid Striped Bass
Largemouth Bass
Bill Dunn
Bill Dunn
Repeat angler
us
California, US
Member since 2015
6 trips
5.0
Verified
5hr trip with Thomas Goodman
5 Hour Trip on January 10, 20232 adults

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 easy to get along with. He knew what he was doing and knew where the fish were. We were after bass and striper hybrids. We caught at least 40 bass and 20 hybrids all caught on minnows. He let us do most the fishing as he rarely fished. We had a great and very friendly trip. Highly recommend Tom.

Karalynne Latham
Karalynne Latham
us
Salt Lake City, UT, US
Member since 2022
5.0
Verified
5 hour afternoon trip with captain Thomas!
5 Hour Trip on January 23, 20232 adults4 children

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 fishing he has ever had! Captain Thomas was patient and helpful with the kids! He gave them unlimited opportunity that they capitalized on to catch fish after fish!

Lee Thienel
Lee Thienel
us
Albuquerque, NM, US
Member since 2023
5.0
Verified
Half day trip with Capt. Michael Goodman
4 Hour Trip (AM) on February 20, 20231 adult

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 for a new personal best! My first chain pickerel, my first bowfin at 10 lbs. My first hybrid with the largest at 19”.

Elliott Rushing
Elliott Rushing
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2022
4.7
Verified
Father son vacation, First time on the lake fishing….Amazing!!!
2 Hour Trip on April 13, 20222 adults

What an Amazing experience!! This was both of our first time out on the lake fishing. Thomas set us up with Captin Adam. The Captin knew exactly where to go to catch the fish. We showed up 40 mins late to our 6pm private tour. I wouldn’t suggest you do that, but Captin Adam waited on us and was very patient and helpful. We stayed out two hours and caught 8 fish. A newbie at fishing, so I’m use to fishing 2 or 3 hours and not catching anything! So this was a great experience!!

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 (2 hours)
  • US $230 per group, additional US $150 per person after 2 guests - 2 Hour Trip - 6:00 AM (2 hours)
  • US $550 per group - Half day trip (5 hours)
  • US $550 per group - Half day trip - 5:00 PM (5 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

Your captain

Thomas Goodman
Thomas Goodman

Orlando, Florida, United States

1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
19 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
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.

Thomas Goodman
Thomas Goodman
Fully verified
1
reports
19
reviews
2019
member since
~1h
response
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.

The fish you can target

Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Hybrid Striped Bass
Hybrid Striped Bass
Sunfish
Sunfish
Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Hybrid Striped Bass
Hybrid Striped Bass
Sunfish
Sunfish

Real catches by this captain

  • October fishing trip
    John C.
    John C.
  • Father son vacation, First time on the lake fishing….Amazing!!!
    Elliott R.
    Elliott R.
  • Reel Good Times Fishing Charter
    Jeff E.
    Jeff E.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2015
Boat manufacturer
Carolina Skiff
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 115HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Spinning
Live bait

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Shimano, Penn, Daiwa
Drinks
Water provided

How cancellations work

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

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.

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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.

What’s biting in Orlando right now

Bass (Largemouth)Bass (Largemouth)
SunfishSunfish

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