AJ’s Bass Guides
AJ’s Bass Guides
Want to get away from Orlando’s busy streets and experience its most treasured natural resource? You’re in the right place, Lake Toho is the #1 big bass lake in the state and we fish 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! At any moment that one you’re looking for could be on the other end of the line, and with our professional 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 since 1970, and is Orlando’s largest and oldest continuously-operated fishing guide service. Capt. AJ and his guides have also been featured in countless fishing TV shows and magazines. From In-fisherman, ESPN, ABC Sports, CBS Sports, and Bassmasters.
With Capt. AJ you’ll be fishing onboard a 20’ Skeeter bass boat powered by a 225hp Mercury engine. It has all the latest fishing and safety equipment. 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.
There is also lots of wildlife on the lake so make sure you bring a camera to capture stunning sights, from bald eagles, hawks, ospreys, various species of duck, as well as alligators. Be part of the action at AJ’s Bass Guides!
Customer reviews
- Guides rapidly locate productive spots on Lake Toho, delivering high catch rates such as 20–30 bass in a 4-hour trip and multiple bass over 7 pounds, including a 9-pounder in some days.
- Live-bait fishing with shiners is standard and well-supplied; one trip used about 4 dozen shiners in 3 hours, with guides switching to plastics when needed.
- Family-oriented experiences with patient instruction, evidenced by kids achieving personal bests (e.g., a 13-year-old catching a 10.7 lb bass) and groups of multiple anglers enjoying a productive day.
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (981)
+978Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Appropriate for children
97%
Friendly captain
99%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
94%
- Guides rapidly locate productive spots on Lake Toho, delivering high catch rates such as 20–30 bass in a 4-hour trip and multiple bass over 7 pounds, including a 9-pounder in some days.
- Live-bait fishing with shiners is standard and well-supplied; one trip used about 4 dozen shiners in 3 hours, with guides switching to plastics when needed.
- Family-oriented experiences with patient instruction, evidenced by kids achieving personal bests (e.g., a 13-year-old catching a 10.7 lb bass) and groups of multiple anglers enjoying a productive day.
Nov 15, 2025
4 Hour Trip (PM)
Incredible day on the water
AJ Fishing Guides gave us one of the best days we have ever had on the water. Captain Jay knew exactly where to put us and kept the trip fun the whole time. My son landed his PB and they were able to get some awesome shots of it. The boat was loaded with all the lures, tackle, and all the equipment you could ever want, so we were ready for anything. Great people, great service, and a trip we will never forget. At the end of the day my son caught his PB and it made the whole experience perfect.
AJ Fishing Guides gave us one of the best days we have ever had on the water. Captain Jay knew exactly where to put us and kept...
Oct 16, 2025
6 Hour Trip
Awesome Trip-Father-Son Getaway
Feeling Blessed to have the opportunity to fish with this outfit. Very professional - Very accommodating Group. We booked a Father - Son adventure and had an awesome time fishing with Captain Jay . He put us on fish early and We had many opportunities for the big bite. Caught 13 - missed many more and had many laughs .Did not want to stop! So We didn’t we called to book another trip for the next day - Jay was booked so Captain Jackson lined us up with Captain Russ. The morning bite was good and Jordan caught a personal best- ended the trip with around 19 bass and a hungry crappie. Will definitely book again- We will be return in February and will Be using AJ’s Bass Guides again🎣⚓️🇺🇸
Feeling Blessed to have the opportunity to fish with this outfit. Very professional - Very accommodating Group. We booked a Father...
Nov 18, 2025
4 Hour Trip (AM)
Fantastic Experience
It was a successful trip and very memorable. My grandsons, ages 11 & 14, caught more bass in 1/2 day than they have all year back home in Maryland. They each outfished me in number of fish and size of fish. Captain A.J. was attentive, efficient, and extremely personable. He remembered all of our names and made us feel casual. We will recommend AJ's Charter to our fishing friends and anyone who considers fishing around here.
It was a successful trip and very memorable. My grandsons, ages 11 & 14, caught more bass in 1/2 day than they have all year back...
Nov 14, 2025
2 and 1/2 Hour Trip (PM)
We had a fantastic time
We had an absolutely fantastic time with Captain Jay! We were a family of four (with children ages 8 and 3), and Captain Jay was incredibly present, patient, and helpful with everyone—even teaching us techniques. We caught seven fish total (largemouth bass) that we were able to bring into the boat and release
We had an absolutely fantastic time with Captain Jay! We were a family of four (with children ages 8 and 3), and Captain Jay was...
Apr 22, 2025
6 Hour Trip
Exceeded expectations!
Water was like glass which we didn't expect for such a big lake! Just beautiful with blooming wildflowers and grasses, entertaining birds and we watched an eagle catch his own fish. Captain Jay was full of knowledge about everything we saw but especially the fishing!!!! My husband and I each caught our personal best in size with the biggest at 8pounds-9!!! Captain took us to lots of hot spots and kept us busy using shiners only which were fun and effective! Had so much fun we went back for a second day which again exceeded expectations! Thank you Captain Jay for a fabulous fishing experience!🎣😎
Water was like glass which we didn't expect for such a big lake! Just beautiful with blooming wildflowers and grasses, entertaining...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (981)
+978Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Appropriate for children
97%
Friendly captain
99%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
94%
- Guides rapidly locate productive spots on Lake Toho, delivering high catch rates such as 20–30 bass in a 4-hour trip and multiple bass over 7 pounds, including a 9-pounder in some days.
- Live-bait fishing with shiners is standard and well-supplied; one trip used about 4 dozen shiners in 3 hours, with guides switching to plastics when needed.
- Family-oriented experiences with patient instruction, evidenced by kids achieving personal bests (e.g., a 13-year-old catching a 10.7 lb bass) and groups of multiple anglers enjoying a productive day.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Incredible day on the water
4 Hour Trip (PM) on November 15, 2025
AJ Fishing Guides gave us one of the best days we have ever had on the water. Captain Jay knew exactly where to put us and kept the trip fun the whole time. My son landed his PB and they were able to get some awesome shots of it. The boat was loaded with all the lures, tackle, and all the equipment you could ever want, so we were ready for anything. Great people, great service, and a trip we will never forget. At the end of the day my son caught his PB and it made the whole experience perfect.
AJ Fishing Guides gave us one of the best days we have ever had on the water. Captain Jay knew exactly where to put us and kept the trip fun the whole time. My son landed his PB and they were able to get some awesome shots of it. The boat was loaded with all the lures, tackle, and all the equipment you could ever want, so we were ready for anything. Great people, great service, and a trip we will never forget. At the end of the day my son caught his PB and it made the whole experience perfect.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Awesome Trip-Father-Son Getaway
6 Hour Trip on October 16, 2025
Feeling Blessed to have the opportunity to fish with this outfit. Very professional - Very accommodating Group. We booked a Father - Son adventure and had an awesome time fishing with Captain Jay . He put us on fish early and We had many opportunities for the big bite. Caught 13 - missed many more and had many laughs .Did not want to stop! So We didn’t we called to book another trip for the next day - Jay was booked so Captain Jackson lined us up with Captain Russ. The morning bite was good and Jordan caught a personal best- ended the trip with around 19 bass and a hungry crappie. Will definitely book again- We will be return in February and will Be using AJ’s Bass Guides again🎣⚓️🇺🇸
Feeling Blessed to have the opportunity to fish with this outfit. Very professional - Very accommodating Group. We booked a Father - Son adventure and had an awesome time fishing with Captain Jay . He put us on fish early and We had many opportunities for the big bite. Caught 13 - missed many more and had many laughs .Did not want to stop! So We didn’t we called to book another trip for the next day - Jay was booked so Captain Jackson lined us up with Captain Russ. The morning bite was good...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Fantastic Experience
4 Hour Trip (AM) on November 18, 2025
It was a successful trip and very memorable. My grandsons, ages 11 & 14, caught more bass in 1/2 day than they have all year back home in Maryland. They each outfished me in number of fish and size of fish. Captain A.J. was attentive, efficient, and extremely personable. He remembered all of our names and made us feel casual. We will recommend AJ's Charter to our fishing friends and anyone who considers fishing around here.
It was a successful trip and very memorable. My grandsons, ages 11 & 14, caught more bass in 1/2 day than they have all year back home in Maryland. They each outfished me in number of fish and size of fish. Captain A.J. was attentive, efficient, and extremely personable. He remembered all of our names and made us feel casual. We will recommend AJ's Charter to our fishing friends and anyone who considers fishing around here.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
We had a fantastic time
2 and 1/2 Hour Trip (PM) on November 14, 2025
We had an absolutely fantastic time with Captain Jay! We were a family of four (with children ages 8 and 3), and Captain Jay was incredibly present, patient, and helpful with everyone—even teaching us techniques. We caught seven fish total (largemouth bass) that we were able to bring into the boat and release
We had an absolutely fantastic time with Captain Jay! We were a family of four (with children ages 8 and 3), and Captain Jay was incredibly present, patient, and helpful with everyone—even teaching us techniques. We caught seven fish total (largemouth bass) that we were able to bring into the boat and release
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Exceeded expectations!
6 Hour Trip on April 22, 2025
Water was like glass which we didn't expect for such a big lake! Just beautiful with blooming wildflowers and grasses, entertaining birds and we watched an eagle catch his own fish. Captain Jay was full of knowledge about everything we saw but especially the fishing!!!! My husband and I each caught our personal best in size with the biggest at 8pounds-9!!! Captain took us to lots of hot spots and kept us busy using shiners only which were fun and effective! Had so much fun we went back for a second day which again exceeded expectations! Thank you Captain Jay for a fabulous fishing experience!🎣😎
Water was like glass which we didn't expect for such a big lake! Just beautiful with blooming wildflowers and grasses, entertaining birds and we watched an eagle catch his own fish. Captain Jay was full of knowledge about everything we saw but especially the fishing!!!! My husband and I each caught our personal best in size with the biggest at 8pounds-9!!! Captain took us to lots of hot spots and kept us busy using shiners only which were fun and effective! Had so much fun we went back for a...
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