Florida Panhandle Charters 

5.0/5 (577 reviews)
 
State licensed
 North Lagoon Drive 5325, Panama City Beach, FL 32408, United States
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Florida Panhandle Charters has over 500+ 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!

Justin Driscoll

Captain

Justin Driscoll

9 years of experience
 ID & credentials verified
 responds within an hour

Most popular features:

 Fishing License
 Live Bait
 You Keep Catch
 Child Friendly
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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3 Hour Trip - Flats Fishing (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Price for up to 4 people
US $600 
3 Hour Kids Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for up to 4 people
US $600 
3 Hour Kids Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
Price for up to 4 people
US $600 
3 Hour Trip - Flats Fishing (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
Price for up to 4 people
US $600 
4 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Price for up to 4 people
US $700 
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Price for up to 4 people
US $700 
4 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Oct 1
Price for up to 4 people
US $700 
Captain’s Recommendation (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Price for up to 4 people
US $700 
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
Price for up to 4 people
US $700 
4 Hour- Bottom Fishing (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
Price for up to 4 people
US $700 
4 Hour- Shark Fishing (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Oct 1
Price for up to 4 people
US $700 
Captain’s Recommendation (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
Price for up to 4 people
US $700 
5 Hour trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Price for up to 4 people
US $850 
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Price for up to 4 people
US $1,000 
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FAQs about Florida Panhandle Charters

What are the trip rates for Florida Panhandle Charters?

Florida Panhandle Charters offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $600 per group - 3 Hour Kids Trip (AM) (3 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 3 Hour Kids Trip (PM) (3 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 3 Hour Trip - Flats Fishing (AM) (3 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 3 Hour Trip - Flats Fishing (PM) (3 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 4 Hour- Bottom Fishing (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 4 Hour- Shark Fishing (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - Captain’s Recommendation (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - Captain’s Recommendation (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 5 Hour trip (5 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Florida Panhandle Charters?

When you book a trip with Florida Panhandle Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Florida Panhandle Charters?

Trips booked with Florida Panhandle Charters include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle (Penn, Daiwa)
  • Live Bait (If fishing with live bait, I’m happy to stop at the bait barge on our way out to get some rather than spend fishing time catching it.)
  • Lures
  • Fishing License (All fishing license are covered.)
What types of fishing does Florida Panhandle Charters offer?

Florida Panhandle Charters offers the following types of fishing:

  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (I’m a state license charter so the max I fish from shore is 9 miles.)
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing
What fishing techniques does Florida Panhandle Charters offer?

Florida Panhandle Charters offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Florida Panhandle Charters?

Top targeted fish species with Florida Panhandle Charters include:

  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bonnethead)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Triggerfish (Gray)

Your captain

Justin Driscoll

Panama City Beach, Florida, United States

1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
577 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since March 2018
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.

All of my life I have been extremely passionate about both fishing and helping others experience and enjoy the outdoors. I take great pride in showing my clients what the great fishery of Panama City Beach and its bay system have to offer. I am very enthusiastic and dedicated guide who will go above and beyond for my clients to not only catch fish, but most importantly to have a great time doing so! Join me for a great time of tight lines, big fights, and making memories that you, your family, and friends will never forget!

The fish you can target

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Spotted Seatrout
Spotted Seatrout
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
23 ft
Year built
2017
Boat manufacturer
Sportsman
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing

Nearshore Fishing

Offshore Fishing

I’m a state license charter so the max I fish from shore is 9 miles.

Reef Fishing

Wreck Fishing

Flats Fishing

Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Heavy Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Trolling

Spinning

Jigging

Popping

Fly Fishing

Drift Fishing

Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS

Fishfinder

Live Bait Well

Wireless Trolling Motor

Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Penn, Daiwa

Live Bait

If fishing with live bait, I’m happy to stop at the bait barge on our way out to get some rather than spend fishing time catching it.

Lures

Fishing License

All fishing license are covered.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

Kids of all ages are welcome aboard!

You Keep Catch

Catch and Release Allowed

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

 PayPal

 Checks

 Bank Transfer

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Panama City Beach right now

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Vermilion)Snapper (Vermilion)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Spotted SeatroutSpotted Seatrout
Triggerfish (Gray)Triggerfish (Gray)

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