Too Hot 2 Handle Charters 

4.9
(221 reviews)
 
State licensed
 5325 N Lagoon Dr., Panama City Beach, FL 32408, United States–

Too Hot 2 Handle Charters 

Panama City Beach, FL, United States
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32 ft
6
4.9
(221 reviews)

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Too Hot 2 Handle Charters will get you on the hottest bite in Bay County,  Florida. This charter company promises great fun, impressive catch, and wonderful fishing experience you'll cherish!

You will head out to your angling escapades on a 32' Scarab Center Console that offers 360 degrees of fishing around her. She is equipped with the latest, state of the art electronics to put you right on the fish, with twin Mercury Verrado 275 HP motors that will get you there fast.

Whatever fishing technique you prefer, Too Hot 2 Handle Charters will be able to accommodate you. With a plethora of trips, suited both for beginners and passionate fishermen, your only task is to choose which one to book.

For the longer trips, you will go up to 9 miles offshore. What this means for your fishing experience is that you get an even better chance to snag a really impressive catch and boast about it to your angler friends. Shorter trips are best suited for angling novices, to give them a taste of what it all looks like.

When you do head out, depending on the time of the trip and what bites best, you can catch Snappers, Groupers, Spanish Mackerel, Kingfish,  Wahoo, and the list goes on and on. Even some Sharks are in the cards if you're a bit lucky and spot those bad boys.

The boat is fully stocked with top-rate fishing equipment, so that's one less thing to worry about when preparing for your trip. The charter has several different brands of rods and reels, depending on which fish you're targeting, but Penn and Shimano are most common. Your live bait is prepared in advance, and the first mate will help you set everything up and cast your lines. Gratuity is appreciated for his dedication and assistance.

Bring your family, friends, and children, they'll all have the best time with Too Hot 2 Handle Charters and create memories of a lifetime!

Too Hot 2 Handle Charters will get you on the hottest bite in Bay County,  Florida. This charter company promises great fun, impressive catch, and wonderful fishing experience you'll cherish!

You will head out to your angling escapades on a 32' Scarab Center Console that offers 360 degrees of fishing around her. She is equipped with the latest, state of the art electronics to put you right on the fish, with twin Mercury Verrado 275 HP motors that will get you there fast.

Whatever fishing technique you prefer, Too Hot 2 Handle Charters will be able to accommodate you. With a plethora of trips, suited both for beginners and passionate fishermen, your only task is to choose which one to book.

For the longer trips, you will go up to 9 miles offshore. What this means for your fishing experience is that you get an even better chance to snag a really impressive catch and boast about it to your angler friends. Shorter trips are best suited for angling novices, to give them a taste of what it all looks like.

When you do head out, depending on the time of the trip and what bites best, you can catch Snappers, Groupers, Spanish Mackerel, Kingfish,  Wahoo, and the list goes on and on. Even some Sharks are in the cards if you're a bit lucky and spot those bad boys.

The boat is fully stocked with top-rate fishing equipment, so that's one less thing to worry about when preparing for your trip. The charter has several different brands of rods and reels, depending on which fish you're targeting, but Penn and Shimano are most common. Your live bait is prepared in advance, and the first mate will help you set everything up and cast your lines. Gratuity is appreciated for his dedication and assistance.

Bring your family, friends, and children, they'll all have the best time with Too Hot 2 Handle Charters and create memories of a lifetime!

Captain Eric Washington
Captain
Captain Eric Washington
9 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
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Group Size
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3 Hour Trip – Spanish Trolling
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip multiple starting times (6:30 AM, 10:00 AM)
Seasonal trip
Mar 15 - May 1
Spanish Mackerel
US $550
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip – Fall/Spring (4 MAX)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Dec 1 - Mar 31
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snapper (Red)
+4
US $740
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip – Kids Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Nov 1 - May 1
Ladyfish
Spanish Mackerel
Bonito
Snapper (Vermilion)
+1
US $775
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Sailfish
Grouper (Gag)
+6
US $875
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip – Trolling (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
US $875
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip – Fall/Spring (4 MAX)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Dec 1 - Mar 31
Ladyfish
Spanish Mackerel
Bonito
Snapper (Vermilion)
+2
US $875
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Shark (Hammerhead)
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Tiger)
Shark (Nurse)
+2
US $900
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bottom (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+8
US $1,025
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bottom (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+8
US $1,225
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+6
US $1,275
Entire boat: up to 6 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

4.9
221 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (359)

What anglers say

99%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
100%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish

Reviews (221)

  • Patricia Davis
    Patricia Davis
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Capt. Eric experienced and fun

    4 Hour Trip – Fall/Spring (4 MAX) on February 18, 2026 • 4 adults

    Capt. Eric and Brian were amazing. It was our 1st trip to PCB and my kids want to go back just to hang out with them. We had a great day, our 1st spot didn't hit so Capt. Eric moved us to a great spot where we caught all types of fish and lots of them. A bonus to the end of our day was seeing dolphins and having them play in our wake. They made our experience outstanding and both were so helpful with not just fishing but also giving us suggestions on other things to see and do. I will recommend Too Hot to Handle Charters to anyone I know visiting the area and I will for sure see them on our next trip to PCB

  • Scott Byrd
    Scott Byrd
    us
    Kentucky, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    GREAT TRIP

    5 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bottom (AM) on July 15, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

    This was a great fishing trip .Very family oriented captain Eric was awesome.This was my 11 year old son first trip captain eric stayed right with him the whole trip. Eric put us on the fish my 11 year old caught 20 .Thanks we had a great time

  • Benjamin  Petrov
    Benjamin Petrov
    Repeat angler
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2020
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    great trip

    5 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bottom (AM) on August 10, 2026 • 4 adults

    great trip, caught alot of fish. captain keep us on the fiah, and deck mate made sure we were always fishing and was very helpful. definitely would recommend this boat to others.

  • Daniel Garwood
    Daniel Garwood
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Family trip w/ Captain Eric

    5 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bottom (AM) on April 26, 2023 • 6 adults

    a minute ago NEW Captain Eric Washington and his son Lane were absolutely amazing to work with. We had 3 kids with us that were a but needy. We were constantly fishing and included. They made us all feel at home and like family. They made sure we went home with fish and enough to feed us all. After fishing, Captain Eric personally delivered and had our fish cleaned just down the road. If you're looking to catch some fish with a knowledgeable Captain who's not just in it for the money and cares about your experience than Captain Eric is your guy! Thank you Captain Eric and until next time!

  • Cameron Strickland
    Cameron Strickland
    Repeat angler
    us
    Kentucky, US
    Member since 2022
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Couldn’t ask for much better

    6 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bottom (AM) on July 16, 2024 • 5 adults • 3 children

    We only got the opportunity to be out 2 and a half hours due to 2 in our group getting sick. Within that time we caught a king mackerel, red snapper and, hooked something big! Highly recommend this charter. Captian and deckhand Braxton were extremely nice and knowledgeable and treat you like family.

  • Andrew Duggin
    Andrew Duggin
    Repeat angler
    us
    Alabama, US
    Member since 2020
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    August fishing trip

    4 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing on August 13, 2022 • 6 adults

    Captain Mike took myself and three boys out for a half day trip. He and his deckhand (his son lane) were nothing but great! We were on fish within 10-15min and stayed on fish the whole trip. The triggers were stealing the bait as fast as you could put it in the water and ands they kept all four of us ready to go like clockwork. Great attitudes wrapped in professionalism. They were extremely flexible and the second it started to slow down we were onto the next spot. We caught a variety of fish and had a great time! I’d recommend them to anyone I know!

  • Raymond Day
    Raymond Day
    Repeat angler
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2023
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    A Great Day on the water.

    6 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bottom (AM) on October 22, 2025 • 3 adults

    What a great trip. Everything the girls wanted to catch, they came through..

  • Roben Casey
    Roben Casey
    Repeat angler
    us
    Alabama, US
    Member since 2023
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome day!

    4 Hour Trip – Fall/Spring (4 MAX) on March 6, 2023 • 2 adults

    Captain Eric and Captain Jeremy were great! Put us on the bucket list shark first thing! Caught lots of vermillion snapper, triggerfish, red snapper and other fish the entire morning. My son is begging me to do it again soon! Made for some good conversation on the way home around who caught more. Thank you for the memories made (and some Vermillion to take home)! We’ll be back!

  • Joe Baarlaer
    Joe Baarlaer
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome fishing trip

    4 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing on August 20, 2024 • 6 adults

    We caught a variety of fish and several tasty fish that were out of season to keep but then we caught an 8’ long x 300+ pound Bull Shark made our day and trip. Thanks Captain Washington 🐠🦈

  • Kevin Pate
    Kevin Pate
    Repeat angler
    us
    Alabama, US
    Member since 2024
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fish on

    6 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bottom (AM) on April 15, 2024 • 6 adults

    Great trip, went out for 6 hours and the only time we weren’t catching fish was when we were traveling. If you want to have fun with a crew that knows all the spots then this is the guy.

FAQs about Too Hot 2 Handle Charters

Too Hot 2 Handle Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group - 3 Hour Trip – Spanish Trolling (3 hours)
  • US $550 per group - 3 Hour Trip – Spanish Trolling - 10:00 AM (3 hours)
  • US $740 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Fall/Spring (4 MAX) (4 hours)
  • US $775 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Kids Trip (4 hours)
  • US $875 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $875 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Trolling (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $875 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Fall/Spring (4 MAX) (5 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $1,025 per group - 5 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bottom (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $1,225 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bottom (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,275 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Too Hot 2 Handle Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Toilet is a portable down in the console. It's not a five star hotel, but clean and 100% private and definitely not a bucket on the back of the boat.
  • GPS Garmin
  • Fishfinder Garmin
  • Live bait well Large bait tank with two pumps for the long days
  • Wireless trolling motor Trolling motor has gps to keep is on the fish
  • Ice box We keep plenty of ice onboard for your catch.
Trips booked with Too Hot 2 Handle Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (We strive to buy the best live bait possible. At times we may spend 5 or 10 minutes to catch our own if we are going to use a different bait depending on fish we are targeting.)
  • Lures
  • First mate (5 people or more and will have deckhand.)
  • Fishing license (We are state water licensed and that covers all guests on the boat. We stay within 9 nautical miles of shore, but may run a good bit east or west.)
Too Hot 2 Handle Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing (On rough days when we cannot run offshore.)
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (We stay within 9 nautical miles from shore and usually have you on the fish within 30 minutes or less, however if there is a specific fish that you want to target we may travel a bit further in order to give us the best trip.)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Too Hot 2 Handle Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Too Hot 2 Handle Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Sailfish
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)

Your captain

Captain Eric Washington
Captain Eric Washington
Panama City Beach, Florida, United States
15 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
221 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2018
Captain has been fishing and working on boats for 30 years. Eric started Too Hot 2 Handle Charters in December 2017 with the desire to bring fishing closer to everyone who was ever interested in giving it a try. He fished whole life and takes great pride in making his customers happy and even more in love with fishing. The name of the company comes from the style of the boat — she's quick, reliable and a bit different from other boats you might see.
Captain Eric Washington
Captain Eric Washington
Fully verified
15
reports
221
reviews
2018
member since
~1h
response
Captain has been fishing and working on boats for 30 years. Eric started Too Hot 2 Handle Charters in December 2017 with the desire to bring fishing closer to everyone who was ever interested in giving it a try. He fished whole life and takes great pride in making his customers happy and even more in love with fishing. The name of the company comes from the style of the boat — she's quick, reliable and a bit different from other boats you might see.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Flounder
Flounder
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Sailfish
Sailfish
Bull Shark
Bull Shark
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Lane Snapper
Lane Snapper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Flounder
Flounder
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper

Real catches by this captain

  • Young angler proudly holding a large fish while fishing on a boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Little Tunny (False Albacore)
    Benjamin  .
    Benjamin .
    great trip, caught alot of fish. captain keep us on the fiah, and deck mate made sure we were always fishing and was very helpful. definitely would recommend this boat to others.
  • Two young anglers pose behind a large display of red snapper and other reef fish arranged on a wooden dock at a marina.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Vermilion Snapper
    Scott B.
    Scott B.
    This was a great fishing trip .Very family oriented captain Eric was awesome.This was my 11 year old son first trip captain eric stayed right with him the whole trip. Eric put us on the fish my 11 year old caught 20 .Thanks we had a great time
  • Two anglers enjoying a successful fishing trip, with one proudly displaying a freshly caught Snapper while on a boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Snapper
    Patricia D.
    Patricia D.
    Capt. Eric and Brian were amazing. It was our 1st trip to PCB and my kids want to go back just to hang out with them. We had a great day, our 1st spot didn't hit so Capt. Eric moved us to a great spot where we caught all types of fish and lots of them. A bonus to the end of our day was seeing dolphins and having them play in our wake. They made our experience outstanding and both were so helpful with not just fishing but also giving us suggestions on other things to see and do. I will recommend Too Hot to Handle Charters to anyone I know visiting the area and I will for sure see them on our next trip to PCB
  • A young angler joyfully displaying a large fish while fishing on a boat, showcasing a fun day on the water.
    Raymond D.
    Raymond D.
    What a great trip. Everything the girls wanted to catch, they came through..
  • Interior view of a fishing boat showcasing the helm and seating area, with anglers preparing for a day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Tim P.
    Tim P.
    Would recommend this captain and crew to all ages.
  • A group of anglers proudly displaying their catch of Red Snapper on a dock after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Snapper
    Pat H.
    Pat H.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Red Snapper while fishing offshore, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Red snapper open with state water boats on every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in September, October, and November. Today we caught red snapper, triggers, black snapper for the box. Also had a bunch of red grouper that was catch and release.
  • Large shark alongside the boat in open ocean water, with fishing line visible during an active fishing encounter.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Red Snapper
    Joe B.
    Joe B.
    We caught a variety of fish and several tasty fish that were out of season to keep but then we caught an 8’ long x 300+ pound Bull Shark made our day and trip. Thanks Captain Washington 🐠🦈
  • Two anglers proudly displaying their catches, a Snapper and a Porgy, while fishing on a boat in calm waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Gray Triggerfish
    Melinda B.
    Melinda B.
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Red Snapper while fishing on a boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Cameron S.
    Cameron S.
    We only got the opportunity to be out 2 and a half hours due to 2 in our group getting sick. Within that time we caught a king mackerel, red snapper and, hooked something big! Highly recommend this charter. Captian and deckhand Braxton were extremely nice and knowledgeable and treat you like family.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
32 ft
Year built
2002
Boat manufacturer
Wellcraft Scarab
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Mercury Verado
Powered by
2 x 275HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Popping
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Toilet is a portable down in the console. It's not a five star hotel, but clean and 100% private and definitely not a bucket on the back of the boat.
GPS
Garmin
Fishfinder
Garmin
Live bait well
Large bait tank with two pumps for the long days
Wireless trolling motor
Trolling motor has gps to keep is on the fish
Ice box
We keep plenty of ice onboard for your catch.
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
We strive to buy the best live bait possible. At times we may spend 5 or 10 minutes to catch our own if we are going to use a different bait depending on fish we are targeting.
Lures
First mate
5 people or more and will have deckhand.
Fishing license
We are state water licensed and that covers all guests on the boat. We stay within 9 nautical miles of shore, but may run a good bit east or west.

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.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child friendly
Enjoy having young people having a blast.
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
 PayPal

What’s biting in Panama City Beach right now

AmberjackAmberjack
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
FlounderFlounder
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
SailfishSailfish
Shark (Bull)Shark (Bull)
SheepsheadSheepshead
Snapper (Lane)Snapper (Lane)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Vermilion)Snapper (Vermilion)

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