Captain Fisher Charters
Captain Fisher Charters
Experience the ultimate fishing adventure with Captain Fisher Charters! Whether you’re looking to reel in Spanish Mackerel and Kingfish or target Vermilion and Red Snapper, Grouper there’s a trip tailored just for you.
Join Captain Brian Gibson for an unforgettable day on the water. A lifelong angler, Brian grew up fishing the waters of Florida and has spent over 15 years fishing in Panama City, working on various charter boats before launching his own business.
Your trip takes place aboard Lil Sparkie, a 36’ sport fisherman powered by twin Cummins Marine Diesel engines. With plenty of space for up to six anglers, the boat is fully equipped with top-of-the-line Furuno electronics, including GPS, Bottom Machine marine radios, JL Audio stereo system with Bluetooth XM Radio so you can enjoy your favorite music while battling your catch. Plus, with air conditioning onboard, and a restroom you can stay cool and comfortable between all the action!
With years of experience fishing the offshore waters of Panama City, Captain Brian and his crew know how to put you on the bite. Expect to troll for King and Spanish Mackerel, and Mahi Mahi, or bottom fish for Red Snapper, Grouper, White Snapper, and Vermilion Snapper.
All trips include rods, reels, Penn tackle, licenses, and lures—just bring your eats and drinks and most importantly your enthusiasm! And don’t forget, it’s customary to tip the deckhand 15-20% for their hard work.
Customer reviews
- The captain holds a federal permit enabling guests to keep red snapper caught on trips.
- On-board services include fish cleaning, and on select trips guests can enjoy grilling the catch onboard.
- The crew demonstrates strong family-friendly service, with a deckhand who keeps lines baited and engages young anglers.
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (56)
+53Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
91%
Appropriate for children
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
94%
Recommend this charter
84%
Caught fish
98%
- The captain holds a federal permit enabling guests to keep red snapper caught on trips.
- On-board services include fish cleaning, and on select trips guests can enjoy grilling the catch onboard.
- The crew demonstrates strong family-friendly service, with a deckhand who keeps lines baited and engages young anglers.
Jul 2, 2025
5 Hour Beginner-Kids Bottom Fishing
Lucked up and had a great day to go out!
Nice size boat for 2-6 people. We did 5 hour beginner bottom trip and grandson (6) had more fun on the ride and playing with the bait fish then fishing. He did reel in one squirrel fish. The 3 adults had a great time. Caught 3 nice red snappers, 1 nice grouper and lots of vermillion snappers.
Nice size boat for 2-6 people. We did 5 hour beginner bottom trip and grandson (6) had more fun on the ride and playing with...
Jul 11, 2025
5 Hour Beginner-Kids Bottom Fishing
Awesome fishing trip!
We had a great time and caught plenty of fish to take back. Our party had 2 kids (first time deep sea fishing) and they had a blast! The crew kept us on the fishing spots and our lines were constantly baited. 5 star crew and fishing experience, no doubt!!
We had a great time and caught plenty of fish to take back. Our party had 2 kids (first time deep sea fishing) and they had a...
Aug 28, 2025
5 Hour Beginner-Kids Bottom Fishing
Caught a lot of fish
We are kind of beginners, but the crew’s guidance and instruction really helped us catch a lot of fish. The fact that the captain has a federal permit was a big plus; we were able to keep the red snappers we caught. This trip was the farthest out we have done. Definitely recommend Captain Fisher’s Charters.
We are kind of beginners, but the crew’s guidance and instruction really helped us catch a lot of fish. The fact that the captain...
Jul 17, 2025
5 Hour Beginner-Kids Bottom Fishing
Great trip!!!
We did the 5 hour, and it was the perfect amount of time. They got us on the fish and they all were super skilled. The Master Baiter, Andon was awesome and took care of us and always had our poles ready to go.
We did the 5 hour, and it was the perfect amount of time. They got us on the fish and they all were super skilled. The Master...
Jul 10, 2025
Bay Your Way-Fishing/ Sights PM
Overall it was great
The location was easy to find we got under way as soon as we got there, we got to where we were going to fish and put lines out and caught some good fish and overall had a very enjoyable time
The location was easy to find we got under way as soon as we got there, we got to where we were going to fish and put lines out...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (56)
+53Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
91%
Appropriate for children
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
94%
Recommend this charter
84%
Caught fish
98%
- The captain holds a federal permit enabling guests to keep red snapper caught on trips.
- On-board services include fish cleaning, and on select trips guests can enjoy grilling the catch onboard.
- The crew demonstrates strong family-friendly service, with a deckhand who keeps lines baited and engages young anglers.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Lucked up and had a great day to go out!
5 Hour Beginner-Kids Bottom Fishing on July 2, 2025
Nice size boat for 2-6 people. We did 5 hour beginner bottom trip and grandson (6) had more fun on the ride and playing with the bait fish then fishing. He did reel in one squirrel fish. The 3 adults had a great time. Caught 3 nice red snappers, 1 nice grouper and lots of vermillion snappers.
Nice size boat for 2-6 people. We did 5 hour beginner bottom trip and grandson (6) had more fun on the ride and playing with the bait fish then fishing. He did reel in one squirrel fish. The 3 adults had a great time. Caught 3 nice red snappers, 1 nice grouper and lots of vermillion snappers.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Awesome fishing trip!
5 Hour Beginner-Kids Bottom Fishing on July 11, 2025
We had a great time and caught plenty of fish to take back. Our party had 2 kids (first time deep sea fishing) and they had a blast! The crew kept us on the fishing spots and our lines were constantly baited. 5 star crew and fishing experience, no doubt!!
We had a great time and caught plenty of fish to take back. Our party had 2 kids (first time deep sea fishing) and they had a blast! The crew kept us on the fishing spots and our lines were constantly baited. 5 star crew and fishing experience, no doubt!!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Caught a lot of fish
5 Hour Beginner-Kids Bottom Fishing on August 28, 2025
We are kind of beginners, but the crew’s guidance and instruction really helped us catch a lot of fish. The fact that the captain has a federal permit was a big plus; we were able to keep the red snappers we caught. This trip was the farthest out we have done. Definitely recommend Captain Fisher’s Charters.
We are kind of beginners, but the crew’s guidance and instruction really helped us catch a lot of fish. The fact that the captain has a federal permit was a big plus; we were able to keep the red snappers we caught. This trip was the farthest out we have done. Definitely recommend Captain Fisher’s Charters.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great trip!!!
5 Hour Beginner-Kids Bottom Fishing on July 17, 2025
We did the 5 hour, and it was the perfect amount of time. They got us on the fish and they all were super skilled. The Master Baiter, Andon was awesome and took care of us and always had our poles ready to go.
We did the 5 hour, and it was the perfect amount of time. They got us on the fish and they all were super skilled. The Master Baiter, Andon was awesome and took care of us and always had our poles ready to go.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Overall it was great
Bay Your Way-Fishing/ Sights PM on July 10, 2025
The location was easy to find we got under way as soon as we got there, we got to where we were going to fish and put lines out and caught some good fish and overall had a very enjoyable time
The location was easy to find we got under way as soon as we got there, we got to where we were going to fish and put lines out and caught some good fish and overall had a very enjoyable time
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