AJ’s Bass Guides 

4.9
(838 reviews)
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 69 Lakeview Drive, Kissimmee, FL 34741, United States–

AJ’s Bass Guides 

Kissimmee, FL, United States
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21 ft
4
4.9
(838 reviews)

Looking to get away from Orlando's busy streets and experience it's most treasured natural resource? Welcome to the "Magic Kingdom of bass fishing". Lake Toho is the #1 big bass lake in the state and our hand picked team fishes it full time. This beautiful lake is located near Disney World, Sea World, Universal Studios, and the Orlando Convention Center.

Year after year, this lake produces more bass over 10 pounds in weight than any other lake in the country. Want proof? Just check out our pictures! We're so confident in our ability to put you on fish that we are the only guide service to offer a NO FISH NO PAY guarantee!

At any moment that one you're looking for could be on the other end of the line, and with our top of the line equipment anyone can fight them in! Just ask Capt. AJ himself who holds the second biggest bass ever caught out of the lake at 15 pounds 8 ounces and his mentor Ed Chancey holds the lake record with a 16 pound 10 ounce bass.

AJ's Bass Guides has been in business and family owned since 1968, and is Orlando's oldest and highest rated fishing guide service. Capt. AJ and his hand picked guides have also been featured in countless fishing TV shows and magazines. From In-fisherman, ESPN, ABC Sports, CBS Sports, and Bassmasters.

With AJ and his guides you'll be fishing on top of the line bass boats and center console boats. Our guides have been hand picked for not only their ability to catch fish no matter the conditions but also provide an excellent experience for groups of all experience levels.

All fishing gear and lures are provided, but you are also welcome to buy wild shiners as bait before the trip. They are $25 for a dozen and are the most effective big bass bait there is. Depending on the length of your trip, you can buy 3–7 dozen.

Trips of 4 or more people are live bait only trips because of the danger of having that many people throw artificials at the same time. If you would like to fish artificials please book 3 or less people.

Looking to get away from Orlando's busy streets and experience it's most treasured natural resource? Welcome to the "Magic Kingdom of bass fishing". Lake Toho is the #1 big bass lake in the state and our hand picked team fishes it full time. This beautiful lake is located near Disney World, Sea World, Universal Studios, and the Orlando Convention Center.

Year after year, this lake produces more bass over 10 pounds in weight than any other lake in the country. Want proof? Just check out our pictures! We're so confident in our ability to put you on fish that we are the only guide service to offer a NO FISH NO PAY guarantee!

At any moment that one you're looking for could be on the other end of the line, and with our top of the line equipment anyone can fight them in! Just ask Capt. AJ himself who holds the second biggest bass ever caught out of the lake at 15 pounds 8 ounces and his mentor Ed Chancey holds the lake record with a 16 pound 10 ounce bass.

AJ's Bass Guides has been in business and family owned since 1968, and is Orlando's oldest and highest rated fishing guide service. Capt. AJ and his hand picked guides have also been featured in countless fishing TV shows and magazines. From In-fisherman, ESPN, ABC Sports, CBS Sports, and Bassmasters.

With AJ and his guides you'll be fishing on top of the line bass boats and center console boats. Our guides have been hand picked for not only their ability to catch fish no matter the conditions but also provide an excellent experience for groups of all experience levels.

All fishing gear and lures are provided, but you are also welcome to buy wild shiners as bait before the trip. They are $25 for a dozen and are the most effective big bass bait there is. Depending on the length of your trip, you can buy 3–7 dozen.

Trips of 4 or more people are live bait only trips because of the danger of having that many people throw artificials at the same time. If you would like to fish artificials please book 3 or less people.

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2 and 1/2 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
2 hour trip multiple starting times (6:30 AM, 2:00 PM)
Bass (Largemouth)
US $275
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip
In high demand Last booked: 6 days ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:30 AM, 1:00 PM)
Bass (Largemouth)
US $350
Entire boat: 2 people
5 Hour Trip
In high demand Last booked: 3 days ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Bass (Largemouth)
US $375
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Bass (Largemouth)
US $425
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Bass (Largemouth)
US $525
Entire boat: 2 people

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4.9
838 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

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What anglers say

96%
Great experience
96%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
98%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
95%
Caught fish

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Joseph Sunde
Joseph Sunde
us
Nebraska, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great Trip!
4 Hour Trip on July 25, 2026 • 2 adults

We had an awesome bass fishing trip with AJ's Bass Guides, and our guide, Captain Jon, was outstanding! The bite was definitely slow because of the hot July weather, but Jon never stopped working to put us on fish. He kept moving to different spots, changing tactics, and doing everything he could to find active fish. His knowledge, persistence, and positive attitude really made the difference. We ended up catching about 16 bass amongst the three of us during our 4-hour trip, including several right around the 5-pound mark. Considering the tough conditions, we were very happy with how the day turned out. My two sons had a great time and both agreed it was definitely worth waking up early for. If you're looking for a guide who works hard and doesn't give up when the fishing gets tough, I highly recommend booking a trip with Captain Jon. Thanks for a great experience, we'll definitely be back!

Ben Wood
Ben Wood
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Not a Perfect Day, But Still a Great Trip!
5 Hour Trip on June 30, 2026 • 1 adult • 1 child

We booked a 5 hour trip and were guided by Captain Jay. He was great with my 11 year old, and made sure she had fun and caught several fish, including her PB, of about 4lb! The day was not perfect, as even the best guides cannot guarantee the fish will bite. We caught about 7 fish during the 5 hour trip, and only caught one during the first 2 1/2 hours. It was pretty obviously as slow day, judging by most of the reviews here and the clearly slow start, by any standard. Jay suspected/noticed that our bait was not lively enough, and called for fresh shiners, which we received about halfway through the trip. After refreshing bait and changibg spots, the bite picked up, and we caught a few nice fish to end the day. Missed out on a true hog, or a huge number of fish, but my kid caught more and bigger bass than she ever had before, and had a great time! What more can you ask for? Jay was very professional, knowledgeable and fun to fish with. I definitely recommend this trip, and would book again, but would hope that the bait is really good and lively from the start, because those shiners are WAY too expensive to just lay around out there and not catch fish! Thanks Jay!

Reported catch:
Largemouth Bass
Scott Scribner
Scott Scribner
Repeat angler
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2023
4 trips
5.0
Verified
​⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely Incredible Trip – 34 Bass and a Whole Lot More!
6 Hour Trip on June 6, 2026 • 4 adults

If you are looking for a top-notch guide, look no further than AJ’s Bass Guides. We booked a 6-hour family trip on Lake Toho, and we absolutely hammered them! AJ put us right on the fish. We landed a grand total of 34 bass (plus a few heartbreakers that got away at the boat). On top of the non-stop largemouth action, we caught a crazy variety of species, including longnose gar, spotted gar, and a massive bowfin. AJ is a fantastic guy, great to talk to, and knows these waters inside and out. He kept the whole family engaged and reeling in fish the entire day. If you're anywhere near the area and want to have some fun, do yourself a favor and book a trip with Aj; you won't be disappointed. I know when we're back in the area, we're making time to get back on the water with him! Thanks again Aj!

John Coleman
John Coleman
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New York, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Fantastic Day on the water!
5 Hour Trip on October 14, 2026 • 2 adults

Well, What more can I say... As the sun rose this morning it took exactly 1 minute to catch our first fish and the action just kept rolling... Captain Tyler and I were catching and releasing fish as quickly as we could get a bait in the water. Every fishermans dream . Thanks for a great day and look forward to setting up another trip soon. John

DEBORAH MELILLO
DEBORAH MELILLO
us
Rhode Island, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Beautiful day - fabulous fishing
4 Hour Trip on October 22, 2026 • 2 adults

Purchased the fishing trip for my husband’s 65th birthday. A spectacular day fishing. This is the first guided trip we have ever been on. Would definitely do it again for sure. AJ is a fun and knowledgeable guide. Appreciate the time he spent with us and the patience he had with me. AJ, thank you for a memorable birthday gift.

FAQs about AJ’s Bass Guides

AJ’s Bass Guides offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $275 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 2 and 1/2 Hour Trip (2 hours)
  • US $275 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 2 and 1/2 Hour Trip - 2:00 PM (2 hours)
  • US $350 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip (4 hours)
  • US $350 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $375 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip (5 hours)
  • US $425 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $525 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with AJ’s Bass Guides, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Ice box
Trips booked with AJ’s Bass Guides include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Drinks
AJ’s Bass Guides offers the following type of fishing:
  • Lake fishing (Lake Toho)
AJ’s Bass Guides offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with AJ’s Bass Guides include:
  • Bass (Largemouth)

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AJ's Bass Guides
AJ's Bass Guides
Kissimmee, Florida, United States
44 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
838 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2017
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Welcome to AJ’s Bass Guides—Central Florida’s premier, longest-running trophy bass charter service on legendary Lake Toho. Founded over 50 years ago, AJ’s has earned its reputation not just on history, but on an unmatched standard of excellence. Behind our service is a hand-picked roster of the top local captains in Central Florida—a team selected over decades for their tournament-tested skill, deep lake knowledge, and dedication to customer service. When you step aboard with any of our captains, you’re fishing with a true professional who knows these waters like their own backyard. Today, Captain "AJ" Jackson’s sons, AJ and Tyler, lead operations as second-generation owners. They each were raised on the lake and in the years since the torch has been handed over, have cultivated the best group of captains the guide service has ever seen. Whether you're with AJ, Tyler, or any of our captains, you'll be in good hands.
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Welcome to AJ’s Bass Guides—Central Florida’s premier, longest-running trophy bass charter service on legendary Lake Toho. Founded over 50 years ago, AJ’s has earned its reputation not just on history, but on an unmatched standard of excellence. Behind our service is a hand-picked roster of the top local captains in Central Florida—a team selected over decades for their tournament-tested skill, deep lake knowledge, and dedication to customer service. When you step aboard with any of our captains, you’re fishing with a true professional who knows these waters like their own backyard. Today, Captain "AJ" Jackson’s sons, AJ and Tyler, lead operations as second-generation owners. They each were raised on the lake and in the years since the torch has been handed over, have cultivated the best group of captains the guide service has ever seen. Whether you're with AJ, Tyler, or any of our captains, you'll be in good hands.

The fish you can target

Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass
Largemouth Bass

Real catches by this captain

  • Best Trip!
    Brian L.
    Brian L.
    14 largemouth in 2.5 hours. We landed a 5 and 7 pounder, both personal bests for my son and I. Tyler was a great guide! I recommend it to anyone!
  • Two adult anglers pose aboard a fishing boat while holding largemouth bass over calm coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    Motojiro I.
    Motojiro I.
  • Adult angler proudly holding a largemouth bass aboard a small fishing boat on a calm, reed-lined lake.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    Deborah M.
    Deborah M.
    Purchased the fishing trip for my husband’s 65th birthday. A spectacular day fishing. This is the first guided trip we have ever been on. Would definitely do it again for sure. AJ is a fun and knowledgeable guide. Appreciate the time he spent with us and the patience he had with me. AJ, thank you for a memorable birthday gift.
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Largemouth Bass while fishing on a sunny day, with another person in the background.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    Fall is here, and what comes with it? Great weather and good bass fishing on Lake Toho. As temps continue to come down, the bass are feeding more and more. Fall on lake Toho typically brings both good numbers of bass along with more consistent trophy size bass. They will begin to feed heavily in preparation for spawn, and even start hitting the surface schooling on shad beginning usually around mid October and it will last through December. This is the BEST and most consistent time of year for big topwater blow ups on Lake Toho. With the bass schooling together in large groups chasing bait, we tend to catch very good numbers. Depending on the days weather, 15-25 bass days are common. And if you’re using shiners, once you run out, you can usually just keep the catching going by throwing some artificials in the same area. For artificials, we’re typically focusing on grass edges and open water shell beds where the bass on Lake Toho are schooling up. Once you’re in one of these areas with a large group of fish, it’s usually pretty easy to catch them. A number of different lures will work. If they’re schooling on the surface, topwater spooks, whopper ploppers, jerkbaits, flukes, rattletraps, and spinnerbaits typically will get the job done. It just depends on what mood the fish are in. If they’re busting on top, use topwater, if they’re not wanting to surface as much, a jerkbait, fluke, or worm may do the trick. There’s a lot of good submerged hydrilla, eel grass, and peppergrass on the lake right now holding bass also. For these area’s, speedworms and chatterbaits reeled across the tops of the grass have been working well. A zoom super fluke twitched down in the grass has been working well also when the moving lures aren’t. And as I mentioned earlier, trophy sized bass begin to be caught more consistently. This is because the main reason for all this feeding is to prepare for the upcoming winter time spawn. And as the fall progresses the female bass will begin to fill up with eggs until they’re at their biggest weight of the whole year. Fall is an excellent time of year to bass fish Lake Toho and it is also the beginning of our peak season for guiding. So if you’re looking to book a guide trip, it is best to reserve your day as early as possible. Bass wishes, Capt. AJ
  • Young angler proudly holding a large largemouth bass on a sunny fishing boat surrounded by open water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Largemouth Bass
    Ryan S.
    Ryan S.
    Captain Ross was fantastic. We dont the 4hr trip. My son (11) caught 4 Bass, I caught 3 Bass, 2 Gars & 1 Pike. would definitely recommend 😊
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Largemouth Bass while fishing on a calm lake during sunset.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    Carolyn B.
    Carolyn B.
    Myself and 2 children went today. lake was beautiful watching the sun come up. Caught some Bass. Alan was amazing with the kids very knowledgeable and friendly. Would definitely book again with them if we are lucky enough to return to Florida
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Bass while fishing from a boat on calm waters, capturing a memorable moment.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    David S.
    David S.
    Captain Alan had us out for 4 hours today and put us on the fish right away. It was my brother in laws first time fishing, Alan took time with him to go over everything and what to do etc, it was great to see. A most enjoyable experience and cannot recommend Alan highly enough.
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Largemouth Bass while fishing on a serene lake at sunrise.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    David S.
    David S.
    Captin AJ made us feel welcome from the off, he was very knowledgeble and moved us around the lake once the Bass stopped feeding in areas to stay on the fish. Very much enjoyed our experience.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Largemouth Bass while fishing on a serene lake at sunset.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    Daniel C.
    Daniel C.
    I booked the 2.5 hour trip for me and my 15 year old son. It was excellent and went so quick. Jay our captain was fantastic. Really friendly and helpful. We caught about 12 Bass between us. I would recommend the trip to anyone.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Largemouth Bass while fishing on a serene lake at sunset.
    Fish 1
    Largemouth Bass
    Heather J.
    Heather J.
    Our family had the best time. We were catchig fish right away! I would recommend this guide to anyone wanting to catch large bass and lots of them!! What a wonderful exsprience and AJ couldnt have been a better quide! We will be back next year!!

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
2007
Restored in
2019
Boat manufacturer
Triton
Boat type
Bass boat
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
70 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Drinks

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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
No smoking
Catch and release mandatory

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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 5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Kissimmee right now

Bass (Largemouth)Bass (Largemouth)

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Recent fishing reports


Lake Toho Fall fishing report
Lake Toho Fall fishing report
October 4, 2026
Fall is here, and what comes with it? Great weather and good bass fishing on Lake Toho. As temps continue to come down, the bass are feeding more and more. Fall on lake Toho typically brings both good numbers of bass along with more consistent trophy size bass. They will begin to feed heavily in preparation for spawn, and even start hitting the surface schooling on shad beginning usually around mid October and it will last through December. This is the BEST and most consistent time of year for big topwater blow ups on Lake Toho. With the bass schooling together in large groups chasing bait, we tend to catch very good numbers. Depending on the days weather, 15-25 bass days are common. And if you’re using shiners, once you run out, you can usually just keep the catching going by throwing some artificials in the same area. For artificials, we’re typically focusing on grass edges and open water shell beds where the bass on Lake Toho are schooling up. Once you’re in one of these areas with a large group of fish, it’s usually pretty easy to catch them. A number of different lures will work. If they’re schooling on the surface, topwater spooks, whopper ploppers, jerkbaits, flukes, rattletraps, and spinnerbaits typically will get the job done. It just depends on what mood the fish are in. If they’re busting on top, use topwater, if they’re not wanting to surface as much, a jerkbait, fluke, or worm may do the trick. There’s a lot of good submerged hydrilla, eel grass, and peppergrass on the lake right now holding bass also. For these area’s, speedworms and chatterbaits reeled across the tops of the grass have been working well. A zoom super fluke twitched down in the grass has been working well also when the moving lures aren’t. And as I mentioned earlier, trophy sized bass begin to be caught more consistently. This is because the main reason for all this feeding is to prepare for the upcoming winter time spawn. And as the fall progresses the female bass will begin to fill up with eggs until they’re at their biggest weight of the whole year. Fall is an excellent time of year to bass fish Lake Toho and it is also the beginning of our peak season for guiding. So if you’re looking to book a guide trip, it is best to reserve your day as early as possible. Bass wishes, Capt. AJ
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Lake Toho Fall fishing report
Lake Toho Fall fishing report
October 4, 2026
Fall is here, and what comes with it? Great weather and good bass fishing on Lake Toho. As temps continue to come down, the bass are feeding more and more. Fall on lake Toho typically brings both good numbers of bass along with more consistent trophy size bass. They will begin to feed heavily in preparation for spawn, and even start hitting the surface schooling on shad beginning usually around mid October and it will last through December. This is the BEST and most consistent time of year for big topwater blow ups on Lake Toho. With the bass schooling together in large groups chasing bait, we tend to catch very good numbers. Depending on the days weather, 15-25 bass days are common. And if you’re using shiners, once you run out, you can usually just keep the catching going by throwing some artificials in the same area. For artificials, we’re typically focusing on grass edges and open water shell beds where the bass on Lake Toho are schooling up. Once you’re in one of these areas with a large group of fish, it’s usually pretty easy to catch them. A number of different lures will work. If they’re schooling on the surface, topwater spooks, whopper ploppers, jerkbaits, flukes, rattletraps, and spinnerbaits typically will get the job done. It just depends on what mood the fish are in. If they’re busting on top, use topwater, if they’re not wanting to surface as much, a jerkbait, fluke, or worm may do the trick. There’s a lot of good submerged hydrilla, eel grass, and peppergrass on the lake right now holding bass also. For these area’s, speedworms and chatterbaits reeled across the tops of the grass have been working well. A zoom super fluke twitched down in the grass has been working well also when the moving lures aren’t. And as I mentioned earlier, trophy sized bass begin to be caught more consistently. This is because the main reason for all this feeding is to prepare for the upcoming winter time spawn. And as the fall progresses the female bass will begin to fill up with eggs until they’re at their biggest weight of the whole year. Fall is an excellent time of year to bass fish Lake Toho and it is also the beginning of our peak season for guiding. So if you’re looking to book a guide trip, it is best to reserve your day as early as possible. Bass wishes, Capt. AJ
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