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Panhandle Fishing Charters - Bow Fishing 

4.8
(18 reviews)
 Miracle Strip Parkway Southwest, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548, United States–
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Panhandle Fishing Charters - Bow Fishing 

Fort Walton Beach, FL, United States
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20 ft
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4.8
(18 reviews)
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Panhandle Fishing Charters invites you aboard their skiff for a daytime or nighttime bowfishing, Flounder gigging, and dock-light trips. Whichever adventure you decide to go for, rest assured that you will be fishing in a family-friendly atmosphere and create memories that will last a lifetime.

You will be stalking fish aboard a 20' Carolina Skiff, which was fully renovated in 2017. It really lights up the night, complete with six 200-WATT LED lights, a 114 HP Suzuki 4-stroke engine, and a high-powered trolling motor for a quiet ride. The crew calls this seaworthy skiff one-of-a-kind – not without a reason!

Panhandle Fishing Charters is one of the few companies in Destin, the 'World's Luckiest Fishing Village,' that offers nighttime bowfishing and Flounder gigging trips in the Choctawhatchee Bay and surrounding waters.

There is also a trip for those of you who don't feel like hunting at night. You will be able to try your hand at bowfishing during the daytime. These trips run in the middle of the day when the sun is at its peak and the emerald waters are infinitely clear. You will be hunting for Rays, Spadefish, Mullet, Sheepshead, and Black Drum.

Finally, Panhandle Fishing Charters can accommodate anglers who want to fly fish or spin for Reds, Trout, and other species. The opportunities abound!

All gear will be provided for the trip; you are also welcome to bring your own equipment if you wish. Younger anglers are welcome to join in the adventure if they are able to draw the bow back themselves (it is set at 32#) and release without any help.

Panhandle Fishing Charters invites you aboard their skiff for a daytime or nighttime bowfishing, Flounder gigging, and dock-light trips. Whichever adventure you decide to go for, rest assured that you will be fishing in a family-friendly atmosphere and create memories that will last a lifetime.

You will be stalking fish aboard a 20' Carolina Skiff, which was fully renovated in 2017. It really lights up the night, complete with six 200-WATT LED lights, a 114 HP Suzuki 4-stroke engine, and a high-powered trolling motor for a quiet ride. The crew calls this seaworthy skiff one-of-a-kind – not without a reason!

Panhandle Fishing Charters is one of the few companies in Destin, the 'World's Luckiest Fishing Village,' that offers nighttime bowfishing and Flounder gigging trips in the Choctawhatchee Bay and surrounding waters.

There is also a trip for those of you who don't feel like hunting at night. You will be able to try your hand at bowfishing during the daytime. These trips run in the middle of the day when the sun is at its peak and the emerald waters are infinitely clear. You will be hunting for Rays, Spadefish, Mullet, Sheepshead, and Black Drum.

Finally, Panhandle Fishing Charters can accommodate anglers who want to fly fish or spin for Reds, Trout, and other species. The opportunities abound!

All gear will be provided for the trip; you are also welcome to bring your own equipment if you wish. Younger anglers are welcome to join in the adventure if they are able to draw the bow back themselves (it is set at 32#) and release without any help.

Panhandle Fishing Charters
Charter Operator
Panhandle Fishing Charters
12 years of experience
Popular features
Fishing license
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Child friendly
Ice box
Popular features
Fishing license
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Child friendly
Ice box

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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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DAY TIME BOW FISHING - 3 HR
Non-refundable
3 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 2:00 PM)
Black Drum
Spanish Mackerel
Sheepshead
Ray
+1
US $500
Entire boat: up to 4 people
NIGHT TIME BOW FISHING - 3 HR
Non-refundable
3 hour trip starts at 8:00 PM
Black Drum
Spanish Mackerel
Sheepshead
Ray
+1
US $500
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Day Time Bow Fishing - 4 HR
Non-refundable
4 hour trip multiple starting times (8:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 2:00 PM)
Black Drum
Spanish Mackerel
Sheepshead
Ray
+1
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
NIGHT TIME BOW FISHING - 4 HR
Non-refundable
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 PM
Black Drum
Spanish Mackerel
Sheepshead
Ray
+1
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people

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Rating

4.8
18 reviews
4.7
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (32)

Reviews (18)

  • April Myers
    April Myers
    us
    Mississippi, US
    Member since 2019
    5.0
    Verified

    Stingray hunting fun!

    NIGHT TIME BOW FISHING - 3 HR on March 14, 2026 • 5 adults • 1 child

    My 15 year old had no experience with a compound bow and got 4 stingrays, one was huge!! The experienced bow hunters got 2 and zero. The fish were harder to hit so we didnt get any. Myself and the 7 year old didn’t get to participate and i didnt read that it was a compound bow until after i paid, thought it would be a crossbow. So definitely dont choose this if you cant pull back a 30# bow unassisted.

  • Chance Dry
    Chance Dry
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified

    Fun formthe family!

    NIGHT TIME BOW FISHING - 3 HR on August 13, 2026 • 6 adults • 1 child

    We took pur kids,17,15,( girls),11 (boy)! we all had a great time bowfishing Stingrays! Captain Zach was very personable and did a great job putting us in the right position to shoot!

  • James Prentice
    James Prentice
    Repeat angler
    us
    Arkansas, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome Bowfishing Experience

    NIGHT TIME BOW FISHING - 3 HR on June 16, 2025 • 3 adults

    We had a great time on our bowfishing charter! The guide was super friendly, knowledgeable, and made sure everyone felt comfortable and confident—even if it was our first time. The trip was exciting from start to finish. We ended up catching a couple of fish and even landed a couple stingrays, which made for a really memorable outing. The boat was well-equipped and everything was smooth and safe. Highly recommend this trip if you’re looking for something fun and different on the water. We’ll definitely be back!

  • Matt Monza
    Matt Monza
    Repeat angler
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2018
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Friday night!

    NIGHT TIME BOW FISHING - 3 HR on March 28, 2025 • 2 adults

    Melissa was a true professional and wonderful guide. Had a great time!

  • Timarie Phillips
    Timarie Phillips
    Repeat angler
    us
    Arizona, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Stingrays!

    NIGHT TIME BOW FISHING - 4 HR on May 14, 2025 • 4 adults • 2 children

    Had a blast catching stingrays!

  • Alec Ritchie
    Alec Ritchie
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Joey

    NIGHT TIME BOW FISHING - 4 HR on June 20, 2025 • 3 adults
  • Nathaniel Kolwyck
    Nathaniel Kolwyck
    Repeat angler
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2021
    3 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    Fishing with Joey

    NIGHT TIME BOW FISHING - 4 HR on August 16, 2025 • 4 adults • 2 children
  • Jeremy Redlecki
    Jeremy Redlecki
    Repeat angler
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2024
    4 trips
    4.7
    Verified

    Fishing with Joey

    NIGHT TIME BOW FISHING - 3 HR on April 17, 2025 • 5 adults • 1 child
  • Clay Gerber
    Clay Gerber
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Action

    NIGHT TIME BOW FISHING - 4 HR on June 28, 2024 • 1 adult

    This was a blast and we will book again.

  • Joe Burt
    Joe Burt
    us
    Alabama, US
    Member since 2026
    3.3
    Verified

    Captain was good

    Day Time Bow Fishing - 4 HR on June 9, 2026 • 6 adults

    Says will hold 6 people but when 6 grown men got there it was a small boat. Every fish except one was out of season. Captain was knowledgeable about area. Trip would be better with two grown ups and some young tweens.

FAQs about Panhandle Fishing Charters - Bow Fishing

Panhandle Fishing Charters - Bow Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - DAY TIME BOW FISHING - 3 HR (3 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - DAY TIME BOW FISHING - 3 HR - 11:00 AM (3 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - DAY TIME BOW FISHING - 3 HR - 2:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - NIGHT TIME BOW FISHING - 3 HR (3 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Day Time Bow Fishing - 4 HR (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Day Time Bow Fishing - 4 HR - 11:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Day Time Bow Fishing - 4 HR - 2:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - NIGHT TIME BOW FISHING - 4 HR (4 hours)
When you book a trip with Panhandle Fishing Charters - Bow Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Panhandle Fishing Charters - Bow Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing license
Panhandle Fishing Charters - Bow Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Panhandle Fishing Charters - Bow Fishing offers the following fishing technique:
  • Bowfishing
Top targeted fish species with Panhandle Fishing Charters - Bow Fishing include:
  • Black Drum
  • Catfish
  • Gar (Longnose)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Pompano
  • Ray
  • Sheepshead
  • Spadefish
  • Spanish Mackerel

Your operator

Panhandle Fishing Charters
Panhandle Fishing Charters
Fort Walton Beach, Florida, United States
1 Fishing Report
176 Customer reviews
Typical response within 1 hour
Member since March 2015
Your fishing guide at Panhandle Fishing Charters will be Captain Joey, a friendly angler who has had a passion for fishing since his youth. At the age of fifteen, Captain Joey was one of the youngest mates ever on a well-known fishing charter boat in the Destin Harbor. Joey prides himself on safety, service, and customer satisfaction.
Panhandle Fishing Charters
Panhandle Fishing Charters
1
reports
176
reviews
2015
member since
~2h
response
Your fishing guide at Panhandle Fishing Charters will be Captain Joey, a friendly angler who has had a passion for fishing since his youth. At the age of fifteen, Captain Joey was one of the youngest mates ever on a well-known fishing charter boat in the Destin Harbor. Joey prides himself on safety, service, and customer satisfaction.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Catfish
Catfish
Longnose Gar
Longnose Gar
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Pompano
Pompano
Ray
Ray
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Spadefish
Spadefish
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Black Drum
Black Drum
Catfish
Catfish
Longnose Gar
Longnose Gar
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Pompano
Pompano

Real catches by this captain

  • Angler holds a stingray on the bow of a boat during a nighttime fishing trip, with a young companion visible behind him.
    Fish 1
    Ray
    Chance D.
    Chance D.
    We took pur kids,17,15,( girls),11 (boy)! we all had a great time bowfishing Stingrays! Captain Zach was very personable and did a great job putting us in the right position to shoot!
  • A sleek fishing boat is docked at a marina, showcasing its design and features, with a calm water backdrop.
    Joe B.
    Joe B.
    Says will hold 6 people but when 6 grown men got there it was a small boat. Every fish except one was out of season. Captain was knowledgeable about area. Trip would be better with two grown ups and some young tweens.
  • Teen angler holding a large stingray aboard a boat during a nighttime fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Ray
    April M.
    April M.
    My 15 year old had no experience with a compound bow and got 4 stingrays, one was huge!! The experienced bow hunters got 2 and zero. The fish were harder to hit so we didnt get any. Myself and the 7 year old didn’t get to participate and i didnt read that it was a compound bow until after i paid, thought it would be a crossbow. So definitely dont choose this if you cant pull back a 30# bow unassisted.
  • Angler using a bow to catch fish at night, showcasing a unique fishing technique in shallow waters.
    Fish 1
    Ray
    Nathaniel K.
    Nathaniel K.
  • Two anglers proudly displaying a large stingray caught during a night fishing trip, illuminated by boat lights.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Ray
    Alec R.
    Alec R.
  • Angler holding a large stingray aboard a boat during a nighttime fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Ray
    James P.
    James P.
    We had a great time on our bowfishing charter! The guide was super friendly, knowledgeable, and made sure everyone felt comfortable and confident—even if it was our first time. The trip was exciting from start to finish. We ended up catching a couple of fish and even landed a couple stingrays, which made for a really memorable outing. The boat was well-equipped and everything was smooth and safe. Highly recommend this trip if you’re looking for something fun and different on the water. We’ll definitely be back!
  • Two stingrays displayed on a wooden dock, showcasing a successful night fishing trip.
    Timarie P.
    Timarie P.
    Had a blast catching stingrays!
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large stingray while fishing at night on a boat.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Skate
    Jeremy R.
    Jeremy R.
  • Angler proudly displaying a large stingray while fishing at night, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Skate
    Matt M.
    Matt M.
    Melissa was a true professional and wonderful guide. Had a great time!
  • A large stingray displayed on a cleaning table, showcasing the catch from a recent fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Skate
    Clay G.
    Clay G.
    This was a blast and we will book again.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
20 ft
Year built
2006
Restored in
2018
Boat manufacturer
Carolina
Boat type
Skiff
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 115HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Bowfishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Deposit non-refundable
If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
All ages are welcome; vests are supplied
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

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
 Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Fort Walton Beach right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
SheepsheadSheepshead
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel

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