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!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    2 and 1/2 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $250
    Special 2 and 1/2 hour peak fishing time trip. Fish only the peak first 2 and 1/2 hours of fishing time in the morning. Great if you're short on time. Also great for kids. The best way to catch them is on large golden wild shiners. They're $25 a dozen and we'll pick them up for you prior to the trip. For the 2.5 hour trip we recommend getting 3 dozen. You can fish artificials as well.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
  • Private trip
    2 and 1/2 Hour Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 1:30 PM
    US $250
    Fish the last 2 1/2 hours of the day. The bass bite is best in the morning but if you aren't able to go then there is another good bite late in the afternoon. The best way to catch them is on large golden wild shiners. They're $25 a dozen and we'll pick them up for you prior to the trip. For the 2.5 hour trip we recommend getting 3 dozen. You can fish artificials as well.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $325
    This trip is great during the whole year. Bass tend to feed best in the morning so you'll be out during the peak time. The best way to catch them is on wild shiners that we will pick up for you prior to the trip. They are $25 per dozen. We recommend getting 4 dozen for the 4 hour trip. You can also use artificials if you prefer.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (PM)
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $325
    This is a 4-hour afternoon trip. Fish the last 4 hours of the day. Fishing is best in the morning but if you aren't able to go then there is another good bite in the late afternoon. The best way to catch them is on large golden wild shiners. They're $25 a dozen and we'll pick them up for you prior to the trip. For the 4 hour trip we recommend getting 4 dozen. You can fish artificials as well if you prefer
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip
    In demand! Last booked: 2 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $350
    This is a 5-hour trip, that is great year-round. It gives you plenty of time on the water and you'll be our during the peak time. The best way to catch them is on large golden wild shiners. They're $25 a dozen and we'll pick them up for you prior to the trip. For the 5 hour trip we recommend getting 5 dozen. You can fish artificials as well if you prefer.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $375
    This trip will allow more time on the water and a few changes in productive spots on Lake Toho. This trip runs year-round and is productive even in the summer months when bass lose interest in feeding around midday due to the heat. The best way to catch them is on wild shiners that we will pick up for you prior to the trip. They are $25 per dozen. We recommend getting 6 dozen for the 6 hour trip. You can also use artificials if you prefer.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $475
    This trip runs in the fall and winter months, as bass do not enjoy feeding later in the day with the summer heat. The best way to catch them is on wild shiners that we will pick up for you prior to the trip. They are $25 per dozen. We recommend getting 7 dozen for the 8 hour trip. You can also use artificials if you prefer.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
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FAQs about AJ’s Bass Guides

AJ’s Bass Guides offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $250 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 2 and 1/2 Hour Trip (AM) (2 hours)
  • US $250 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 2 and 1/2 Hour Trip (PM) (2 hours)
  • US $325 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $325 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $350 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip (5 hours)
  • US $375 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $475 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)

Meet the Captain

Arthur Jackson
Kissimmee, Florida, United States
33 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
533 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since February 2017
Angler's Choice
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Arthur Jackson or "Jamie" has been fishing on Lake Toho since 1970. He used to come down from Maryland every year with his father, and they would fish with Captain Ed Chancy or one of his guides. After years repeating this tradition, Jamie was hooked on the idea of guiding and fishing for a living. At the age of 11, he made the decision to work for Captain Ed when he grew up, and he made it a reality at the age of 20. He purchased his own boat and moved to Florida to pursue his dream. After 6 years of guiding he became partners with Captain Ed, who became like a second father to him, teaching him all he knew about fishing. After many years of running the business together, Ed died of a heart attack while on the lake in 1998. Jamie continues to this day to run the business and guide on the lake.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Largemouth) Largemouth Bass

Boat specs

Skeeter (Bass boat) originally built in 1995, and restored in 2016. Powered by a 225HP Mercury engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 70 knots.

Length
20 ft
Capacity
5 persons

Types of fishing

Lake Fishing
Lake Toho

Fishing techniques

Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Drift Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Drinks

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 not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
No Smoking
Catch and Release Mandatory

Payment

Pay online in full

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No additional fees.
Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

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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:

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American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 533 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
92%
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Keita O.
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8HR BASS FISHING TRIP

VERIFIED   NEW  8 Hour Trip on March 20, 2024
An absolutely fabulous trip with captain AJ. He gave me a very clear set of instructions prior to the trip detailing the meeting...
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Gary W.
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Great day at Toho with AJ's guide service

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Trip on March 8, 2024
As usual, best right at sun up, then slowed a little as day wore on.  5 hour trip maybe a little too long as we didn’t catch...
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Andrew F.
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Family fishing success

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hour Trip (AM) on March 9, 2024
Mark knew where to take us and when to relocate to the perfect fishing hole. Started out with 3-5 lbs bass than moved up to...
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Dan C.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Amazing Guides!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on February 19, 2024
An amazing guide service with very knowledgeable and helpful captains! I’ve done two trips with them now and neither disappointed....
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Thomas K.
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Awesome Trip....will be back!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on December 28, 2023
We had a great day on the water with Capt Butch!  Butch was extremely knowledgeable and we really enjoyed spending time with...
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