The GOTTA BELIEVE is a Family owned business. It has been located at Treasure Island Marina in the same slip since 1981. We have experienced everything that Mother Nature has thrown at Panama City Beach. And we are Proud to have Fish throughout it All. The Robinette Family is a 4th Generation Family of Fishermen. Rob and Robbie Robinette are operating the Family Business and have a new team of Experienced Captains and Mates to assist with your Charter. We offer 2 Boats to choose from. The GOTTA BELIEVE(State Licensed) and The ALL THE WAY(Federal Licensed) Both are built as 6 Passenger Gulf Fishing Boats. Both are equipped with a private Bathroom. Something not all vessels offer. But is important to have especially with a Family Fishing Trip. Remember that when looking at various Charters. Room to move around and Bathrooms. Fishing wise we offer short trips for beginners and long trips for more experienced anglers. Trolling, Bottomfishing and Shark Fishing is what we do. We have a variety of trips and time slots to choice from but if you need or want something different just ask away. Message us and we will built a trip for you.Feel free to message any questions or concerns (especially about Regulations/Fish Seasons)you have and we will answer to assist you in choosing your next Fishing Trip. Safe Travels and Enjoy P.C.B.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trolling- Spring Family (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - May 31
    US $600
    A Trolling trip for all ages. This trip takes place in St. Andrews Bay and along the Beach. Calmer waters and short riding time in and out. Looking for Action. Spanish Mackerel,Bonita, Bluefish, Skipjacks are normal targets.
    Targeted fish
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Bonito
    Bonito
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trolling- Spring Family Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - May 31
    US $600
    A Trolling trip for all ages. This trip takes place in St. Andrews Bay and along the Beach. Calmer waters and short riding time in and out. Looking for Action. Spanish Mackerel,Bonita, Bluefish, Skipjacks are normal targets.
    Targeted fish
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Bonito
    Bonito
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Bay Shark (A.M.)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 7 - May 31
    US $750
    Fishing for sharks in the protected waters of St. Andrew’s Bay. Calmer waters. Trip ideal for all members of the Family. Less travel time than Gulf Shark Trip.
    Targeted fish
    Shark (Hammerhead)
    Hammerhead Shark
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Shark (Tiger)
    Tiger Shark
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Bay Shark Fishing(PM)
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Mar 7 - Oct 31
    US $750
    Fishing for sharks in the protected waters of St. Andrew’s Bay. Lighter tackle than trying Shark fishing offshore. Ideal for all members of the family. Less riding time than Gulf Shark Trip.
    Targeted fish
    Shark (Hammerhead)
    Hammerhead Shark
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Shark (Tiger)
    Tiger Shark
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Trolling (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    US $800
    The morning trolling trip will take you to the nearshore waters of The Gulf of Mexico in search of King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Bonito and other species as they are available.Trip changes with Seasons. Message us with questions.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Bonito
    Bonito
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Trolling (PM)
    In demand! Last booked: 6 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:45 PM
    US $800
    This trip will depart at 12:45 in the afternoon. You will be trolling the nearshore waters of The Gulf of Mexico for King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Bonito, and other species as they are available. Trip changes with Seasons. Message us with any questions.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Bonito
    Bonito
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip–Gulf Shark Fishing (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 7 - Oct 31
    US $1,000
    Looking to catch something Big without having to stay All Day. This is it. Head to the Gulf and look for the big bite. Anchor,Chum and wait for the Bite. Subject to Gulf conditions. This is a morning trip, message us if you need a different time slot. And we will work it out. Afternoon or Night.
    Targeted fish
    Shark (Hammerhead)
    Hammerhead Shark
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Shark (Tiger)
    Tiger Shark
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Bottom Fishing
    In demand! Last booked: 2 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,250
    6 Hours of Bottom Fishing. Looking for action. We Catch what bites and keep what’s Legal to keep.You can make it a release trip or a get Dinner trip. Your choice . Message us with any Questions or needing a different time slot.
    Targeted fish
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Bonito
    Bonito
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
    Scup (Porgy)
    Scup (Porgy)
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    US $1,750
    This is the Year Around Favorite Trip. 8 Hours of Bottom Fishing. We catch what is Biting and keep what is Legal at the time of your trip. The Regulations Change from time to time all Year. So message us with any Questions. We have a State and a Federal Boat so we can play in any season. So put us in Coach and let’s go Fishing.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Bonito
    Bonito
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
    Grouper (Scamp)
    Scamp Grouper
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
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FAQs about Charter Boat Gotta Believe

Charter Boat Gotta Believe offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $600 per group - 3 Hour Trolling- Spring Family (PM) (3 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 3 Hour Trolling- Spring Family Trip (3 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Bay Shark (A.M.) (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Bay Shark Fishing(PM) (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Trolling (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Trolling (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 5 Hour Trip–Gulf Shark Fishing (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - 6 Hour Bottom Fishing (6 hours)
  • US $1,750 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (AM) (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Charter Boat Gotta Believe, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Private Bathroom. Enclosed in the cabin of the Boat.
  • GPS 2 Garmin GPS Chartplotters
  • Fishfinder Garmin CHIRP
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box Yeti

Trips booked with Charter Boat Gotta Believe include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • First Mate (First Mate is available on every trip to assist you with your fishing and answer any questions you may have. 15 to 20 percent of trip is customary. )
  • Fishing License (All Licenses are provided with cost of trip. )

Charter Boat Gotta Believe offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing (On half-day trips)
  • Offshore Fishing (With Regulations the way they are you should Direct Message us on any trip to understand Riding Times and Fishing seasons for exact day of your Fishing Charter. )
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Charter Boat Gotta Believe offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Charter Boat Gotta Believe include:
  • Bonito
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Shark (Hammerhead)
  • Shark (Tiger)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Triggerfish (Gray)

Meet the Charter Operator

Gotta Believe & All The Way
Panama City Beach, Florida, United States
29 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
444 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since March 2018
The GOTTA BELIEVE and ALL THE WAY welcomes you to Panama City and Panama City Beach. We have a team of Experienced Captains and Deckhands ready to go fishing. Both boats are built for 6 Anglers and are equipped with Bathrooms.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bonito Bonito
Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)

Boat specs

Striker (Sportfishing) originally built in 1970, and restored in 2007. Powered by 2 300HP Cummins engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 16 knots.

Length
37 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing
On half-day trips
Offshore Fishing
With Regulations the way they are you should Direct Message us on any trip to understand Riding Times and Fishing seasons for exact day of your Fishing Charter.
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Private Bathroom. Enclosed in the cabin of the Boat.
GPS
2 Garmin GPS Chartplotters
Fishfinder
Garmin CHIRP
Bed
Flybridge
Live Bait Well

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
First Mate
First Mate is available on every trip to assist you with your fishing and answer any questions you may have. 15 to 20 percent of trip is customary.
Fishing License
All Licenses are provided with cost of trip.

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
You know your Kids better than we do. If think they can handle a trip we are good with it. First timers should probably start with Half Days and see if they enjoy before investing in an All Day trip.
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
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 4% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.6 / 5
out of 5 stars from 340 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (311)
Great crew! Caught around 30 Spanish Mackerel!
Great crew! Caught around 30 Spanish Mackerel!
Great crew! Caught around 30 Spanish Mackerel!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
85%
Friendly captain
96%
Recommend this charter
89%
Appropriate for children
91%
Satisfied with the boat
95%
Caught fish
83%
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Michael M.
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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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5.0 / 5
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Great crew! Caught around 30 Spanish Mackerel!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Trolling (AM) on November 17, 2023
Capt Robbie and 1st mate Justin did an amazing job. Even with bad weather still lingering from the days before. They di the...
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Karen R.
Kimball, TN
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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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5.0 / 5
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8 hour trip with Captain Ronnie with Earl and Jared as deckhands.

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (AM) on June 20, 2023
What a awesome day fishing with Captain Ronnie and deckhands Jared and Earl on the boat All The Way. I took my sons and grandsons...
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Byron H.
Kewanee, IL
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5.0 / 5
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Great Half day trip with the family!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Trolling (AM) on June 1, 2023
Greatful the weather held off for our family to fish!  Caught a bunch of fish and kept the Spanish mackerel to take home and...
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Erik R.
Strasburg, VA
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5.0 / 5
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4 hour trip with Captain Mark and Howrad

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Trolling (PM) on June 15, 2023
Had a great time.  Caught 7 fish while trolling the bay.  Too rough that day to go out further (weather).  Caught more,...
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Jeffrey L.
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Great Trip for Kids!

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trolling- Spring Family Trip on October 3, 2023
First fishing trip for our 11-15 year old kids. Crew was great. Lots of fish caught and 3 hour trip was perfect amount of time...
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