Florida Panhandle Charters
Florida Panhandle Charters
Florida Panhandle Charters has over 600+ FIVE STAR REVIEWS and makes it a priority to provide you the best experience, every time!!!
***WE HAVE TWO ADDITIONAL CHARTER BOATS BOTH OPERATED BY EXCELLENT AND OUTSTANDING CAPTAINS!!!
“LETS GO FISHING - PCB” - CAPT. WILL. “SALTY CS CHARTERS” - CAPT. CHANDLER
THIS GIVES US EXTRA FLEXIBILITY TO ADJUST DATES AROUND WEATHER TO GET YOU OUT FISHING WHEN YOU BOOK WITH ONE OF OUR BOATS!!! YOU WILL RECEIVE THE SAME GREAT EXPERIENCE!!!***
Florida Panhandle Charters is a family and kid-friendly charter that specializes in putting their clients on the hottest bite in Panama City. Join Captain Justin, a passionate local guide, for a fun day on the water. Beginners to seasoned anglers, everyone is welcome to join.
Capt. Justin will take you out aboard a 23’ Sportsman bay boat. Its powered by a 150 HP Yamaha engine and cruises at a top speed of 35 knots. The boat can take up to 4 anglers to fish in comfort and style. Fitted with a T-top to provide you with shade and protection during the hot summer days!
If you feel like wetting a line close to shore, let Capt. Justin put you on anything from Redfish and Trout to Sheepshead. With your choice of morning or afternoon, a half day trip is the perfect opportunity to explore the waters and still make it home in time for lunch or dinner. These trips are also a great way to introduce young kids to fishing!
For anglers who want to try out some additional skills, but still stay close to shore, your captain will take you bottom fish for a variety of fish! This includes Snapper and Triggerfish, and you’ll also have the chance to troll for Mahi Mahi and Kingfish, too. Please note that, due to the size of the boat, nearshore trips are weather-dependent.
All trips with Florida Panhandle Charters come inclusive with top-quality gear and tackle. You will be provided with fishing licenses. All you need to bring is snacks and drinks in a smaller cooler, along with the desire to catch fish!
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (1074)
+1071Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Appropriate for children
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
96%
Oct 23, 2025
6 Hour Trip
Amazing fishing trip
Was my first time ever going deep sea fishing and my husband’s 2nd. By far the best one. Captain Justin kept in contact with us and let us know days ahead about troubling weather coming the day we was scheduled. He was able to get us rescheduled for earlier in the week and was still able to do our full six hour fishing trip. We ended up going with Captain Chandler and he was very knowledgeable and helpful. He always made sure our lawns had bait on them and even tried his best to let my husband catch a big fish, even though the fish kept biting through the line, taking the hook with it. Chandler tried for over an hour to fulfill that request. Even though my husband was unable to bring a amberjack on the boat, we had a fantastic time. I would definitely go ago with this company. 15/10 would recommend
Was my first time ever going deep sea fishing and my husband’s 2nd. By far the best one. Captain Justin kept in contact with us...
Captain replied
Sep 26, 2025
Captain’s Recommendation (AM)
Lots of action on the line, knowledgeable and helpful Captain
We had a successful 4 hour trip with Captain Chandler. Captain Justin was in touch early in the week as soon as he noticed the weather and wind was not looking promising for our original date. We got switched to an earlier day in the week with Captain Chandler. Our main goal was to catch fish to keep and eat. We nearly caught our limit of Vermilion Snapper while out, along with several other types of fish including trigger fish and a bonita. Captain Chandler kept our hooks baited and the boat moving to where fish were biting. He was also very knowledgable about salt water fishing in general and was able to give us some more information about shore fishing options (we often surf fish when in the area). I will be keeping Captain Justin's information for future charters when we need them!
We had a successful 4 hour trip with Captain Chandler. Captain Justin was in touch early in the week as soon as he noticed the...
Captain replied
Aug 20, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (AM)
10 out of 10: Best charter in Panama City!
Originally, we had booked a 6-hour trip for Friday, but due to potential weather it looked like that wasn’t going to happen. It was my boyfriend’s first time saltwater fishing, and I was bummed thinking it might get canceled. But when Captain Justin called to let us know, he was very nice and really tried to make sure we could still get out on the water. He got us set up to go out with Captain Will on Wednesday instead. We ended up going out for 4 hours instead of the 6 (due to a storm), but Captain Will made sure we got some really good bites! We even got some fish to take home! They also didn’t charge us for the full 6 hours, which was really kind. Even though we had to change our plans, we had an awesome time! Captain Will was really great! If you’re looking for someone who is laid back, friendly, knowledgeable, and cares about your experience, I would book with Will. We’ll definitely be booking another trip with them soon! They are a great charter, especially knowing that they want you to have the best experience, even if it means having to change the plan up some. Highly recommend!
Originally, we had booked a 6-hour trip for Friday, but due to potential weather it looked like that wasn’t going to happen. It...
Captain replied
Jul 13, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (AM)
Great day in the Gulf!
Great fishing trip in the gulf with my 14 y/o son! First time off shore fishing for both of us. Captain Justin called the day before our trip to see what types of fish we wanted to try to catch. He asked us to meet him earlier than our scheduled time to make sure we were able to get some bait fish, as they had run out the day prior. We were able to see some dolphins near the bait barge and then watch the sunset come up over Panama Beach as we rode out to the fishing spot. Justin put us on some Vermillion snapper right away. We also caught some grunts, a Remora, and a couple of triggerfish. He was able to catch a Bonita which he let my son reel in. After we had caught quite a few fish to keep, we moved to a different area to try to catch some bigger fish. I caught a red grouper and then we weren’t having any luck, so Justin moved us to another spot trying to get my son a bigger fish. Something kept snapping our lines in this spot so he moved us again a short distance away. We probably stayed a little longer on the water than we should have as he was working hard to get my son a bigger fish. My son was eventually able to hook a red snapper that we were able to take home and was so excited. Would definitely recommend Justin to anyone wanting to have a good experience catching fish!
Great fishing trip in the gulf with my 14 y/o son! First time off shore fishing for both of us. Captain Justin called the day...
Captain replied
Jun 20, 2025
Captain’s Recommendation (AM)
Captain Justin and Chandler
Captain Justin stayed in touch with me all week since a Hurricane was in the Gulf, got us rescheduled twice and set us up with Captain Chandler. I had mentioned I’d like to possibly catch a shark but wanted my son in law to catch some fish. Chandler kept moving us until he found the ultimate spot. We were fishing for red grouper, I hooked up with in a few minutes. What happened next made my vacation, I fought my grouper for about 10 seconds before it was eaten by a 7-8 bull shark. I had my son in law and my youngest daughter’s boyfriend with me, there both weight lifters and very strong, I way 235. Needless to say we were all whooped by this 250-300 pound bull shark. We took turns fighting him and got within 6-7 feet of him. Chandler was the bomb chased the shark so we could fight him until we wore out. The we probably caught another 20 various fish, all a blast. We will be back and I highly recommend captains Justin and Chandler. Fish of a life time what a blast.
Captain Justin stayed in touch with me all week since a Hurricane was in the Gulf, got us rescheduled twice and set us up with...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (1074)
+1071Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Appropriate for children
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
96%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Amazing fishing trip
6 Hour Trip on October 23, 2025
Was my first time ever going deep sea fishing and my husband’s 2nd. By far the best one. Captain Justin kept in contact with us and let us know days ahead about troubling weather coming the day we was scheduled. He was able to get us rescheduled for earlier in the week and was still able to do our full six hour fishing trip. We ended up going with Captain Chandler and he was very knowledgeable and helpful. He always made sure our lawns had bait on them and even tried his best to let my husband catch a big fish, even though the fish kept biting through the line, taking the hook with it. Chandler tried for over an hour to fulfill that request. Even though my husband was unable to bring a amberjack on the boat, we had a fantastic time. I would definitely go ago with this company. 15/10 would recommend
Was my first time ever going deep sea fishing and my husband’s 2nd. By far the best one. Captain Justin kept in contact with us and let us know days ahead about troubling weather coming the day we was scheduled. He was able to get us rescheduled for earlier in the week and was still able to do our full six hour fishing trip. We ended up going with Captain Chandler and he was very knowledgeable and helpful. He always made sure our lawns had bait on them and even tried his best to let my husband...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Lots of action on the line, knowledgeable and helpful Captain
Captain’s Recommendation (AM) on September 26, 2025
We had a successful 4 hour trip with Captain Chandler. Captain Justin was in touch early in the week as soon as he noticed the weather and wind was not looking promising for our original date. We got switched to an earlier day in the week with Captain Chandler. Our main goal was to catch fish to keep and eat. We nearly caught our limit of Vermilion Snapper while out, along with several other types of fish including trigger fish and a bonita. Captain Chandler kept our hooks baited and the boat moving to where fish were biting. He was also very knowledgable about salt water fishing in general and was able to give us some more information about shore fishing options (we often surf fish when in the area). I will be keeping Captain Justin's information for future charters when we need them!
We had a successful 4 hour trip with Captain Chandler. Captain Justin was in touch early in the week as soon as he noticed the weather and wind was not looking promising for our original date. We got switched to an earlier day in the week with Captain Chandler. Our main goal was to catch fish to keep and eat. We nearly caught our limit of Vermilion Snapper while out, along with several other types of fish including trigger fish and a bonita. Captain Chandler kept our hooks baited and the...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
10 out of 10: Best charter in Panama City!
4 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (AM) on August 20, 2025
Originally, we had booked a 6-hour trip for Friday, but due to potential weather it looked like that wasn’t going to happen. It was my boyfriend’s first time saltwater fishing, and I was bummed thinking it might get canceled. But when Captain Justin called to let us know, he was very nice and really tried to make sure we could still get out on the water. He got us set up to go out with Captain Will on Wednesday instead. We ended up going out for 4 hours instead of the 6 (due to a storm), but Captain Will made sure we got some really good bites! We even got some fish to take home! They also didn’t charge us for the full 6 hours, which was really kind. Even though we had to change our plans, we had an awesome time! Captain Will was really great! If you’re looking for someone who is laid back, friendly, knowledgeable, and cares about your experience, I would book with Will. We’ll definitely be booking another trip with them soon! They are a great charter, especially knowing that they want you to have the best experience, even if it means having to change the plan up some. Highly recommend!
Originally, we had booked a 6-hour trip for Friday, but due to potential weather it looked like that wasn’t going to happen. It was my boyfriend’s first time saltwater fishing, and I was bummed thinking it might get canceled. But when Captain Justin called to let us know, he was very nice and really tried to make sure we could still get out on the water. He got us set up to go out with Captain Will on Wednesday instead. We ended up going out for 4 hours instead of the 6 (due to a storm), but...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great day in the Gulf!
4 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (AM) on July 13, 2025
Great fishing trip in the gulf with my 14 y/o son! First time off shore fishing for both of us. Captain Justin called the day before our trip to see what types of fish we wanted to try to catch. He asked us to meet him earlier than our scheduled time to make sure we were able to get some bait fish, as they had run out the day prior. We were able to see some dolphins near the bait barge and then watch the sunset come up over Panama Beach as we rode out to the fishing spot. Justin put us on some Vermillion snapper right away. We also caught some grunts, a Remora, and a couple of triggerfish. He was able to catch a Bonita which he let my son reel in. After we had caught quite a few fish to keep, we moved to a different area to try to catch some bigger fish. I caught a red grouper and then we weren’t having any luck, so Justin moved us to another spot trying to get my son a bigger fish. Something kept snapping our lines in this spot so he moved us again a short distance away. We probably stayed a little longer on the water than we should have as he was working hard to get my son a bigger fish. My son was eventually able to hook a red snapper that we were able to take home and was so excited. Would definitely recommend Justin to anyone wanting to have a good experience catching fish!
Great fishing trip in the gulf with my 14 y/o son! First time off shore fishing for both of us. Captain Justin called the day before our trip to see what types of fish we wanted to try to catch. He asked us to meet him earlier than our scheduled time to make sure we were able to get some bait fish, as they had run out the day prior. We were able to see some dolphins near the bait barge and then watch the sunset come up over Panama Beach as we rode out to the fishing spot. Justin put us on some...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Captain Justin and Chandler
Captain’s Recommendation (AM) on June 20, 2025
Captain Justin stayed in touch with me all week since a Hurricane was in the Gulf, got us rescheduled twice and set us up with Captain Chandler. I had mentioned I’d like to possibly catch a shark but wanted my son in law to catch some fish. Chandler kept moving us until he found the ultimate spot. We were fishing for red grouper, I hooked up with in a few minutes. What happened next made my vacation, I fought my grouper for about 10 seconds before it was eaten by a 7-8 bull shark. I had my son in law and my youngest daughter’s boyfriend with me, there both weight lifters and very strong, I way 235. Needless to say we were all whooped by this 250-300 pound bull shark. We took turns fighting him and got within 6-7 feet of him. Chandler was the bomb chased the shark so we could fight him until we wore out. The we probably caught another 20 various fish, all a blast. We will be back and I highly recommend captains Justin and Chandler. Fish of a life time what a blast.
Captain Justin stayed in touch with me all week since a Hurricane was in the Gulf, got us rescheduled twice and set us up with Captain Chandler. I had mentioned I’d like to possibly catch a shark but wanted my son in law to catch some fish. Chandler kept moving us until he found the ultimate spot. We were fishing for red grouper, I hooked up with in a few minutes. What happened next made my vacation, I fought my grouper for about 10 seconds before it was eaten by a 7-8 bull shark. I had my son...
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