Shallowtails Adventures 

4.9/5 (274 reviews)
 
State licensed
 312 Bay Shore Drive, Panama City Beach, FL 32407, United States

Shallowtails Adventures 

Up to 9 miles
Panama City Beach, FL, United States
25 ft
4
4.9/5 (274 reviews)

When looking for a memorable fishing trip in Panama City, look no further than Shallowtails Adventures. This guide service, with Capt. Michael at the helm, specializes in bay, backwaters, marshes, and bayous fishing trips. Whether you're an experienced angler or a complete novice, your guide will do his best to help you catch tasty fish.

Capt. Michael is the best at catching Redfish and for him, there's nothing more exciting than that. But if you want to do even more, you can also target Speckled Trout, Tarpon, Sheepshead, Flounder, and Sharks. Not only you can keep the catch, but the captain will also clean it for you free of charge. Find a good restaurant nearby and have a delicious lunch, with the food you caught yourself!

You'll be fishing on a 25' Majek boat. This bay boat accommodates up to 4 guests and kids of all ages are welcome too. The boat has an ice box to keep your drinks cold.

Capt. Michael firmly believes that he's only as good as his equipment, so he always brings the finest rods and reels he can get. Since you're fishing for great species, he's making sure your equipment matches. Your fishing licenses and bait are covered too. Just bring some snacks and drinks.

Shallowtails Adventures is a sure bet when it comes to an amazing fishing trip in Panama City. Choose your target and join Capt. Michael!

When looking for a memorable fishing trip in Panama City, look no further than Shallowtails Adventures. This guide service, with Capt. Michael at the helm, specializes in bay, backwaters, marshes, and bayous fishing trips. Whether you're an experienced angler or a complete novice, your guide will do his best to help you catch tasty fish.

Capt. Michael is the best at catching Redfish and for him, there's nothing more exciting than that. But if you want to do even more, you can also target Speckled Trout, Tarpon, Sheepshead, Flounder, and Sharks. Not only you can keep the catch, but the captain will also clean it for you free of charge. Find a good restaurant nearby and have a delicious lunch, with the food you caught yourself!

You'll be fishing on a 25' Majek boat. This bay boat accommodates up to 4 guests and kids of all ages are welcome too. The boat has an ice box to keep your drinks cold.

Capt. Michael firmly believes that he's only as good as his equipment, so he always brings the finest rods and reels he can get. Since you're fishing for great species, he's making sure your equipment matches. Your fishing licenses and bait are covered too. Just bring some snacks and drinks.

Shallowtails Adventures is a sure bet when it comes to an amazing fishing trip in Panama City. Choose your target and join Capt. Michael!

Michael Cowart
Captain
Michael Cowart
10 years of experience
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Trip availability and prices

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FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 15 - Feb 28
Jack Crevalle
Bluefish (Tailor)
Redfish
Ladyfish
+3
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Inshore Bay 4hr
Just booked! Last booked: 7 hours ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 7:00 AM)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
Redfish
+5
US $700
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Nearshore Coastal 5hr
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 7:00 AM)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+8
US $875
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Inshore Bay 6hr
In high demand Last booked: 21 hours ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Bluefish (Tailor)
Black Drum
Redfish
Ladyfish
+4
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Nearshore Coastal 6hr
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+8
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Tarpon Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 20 - Aug 1
Tarpon
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

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

Anglers' gallery (345)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
96%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
96%
Recommended
90%
Caught fish

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Jagger Evans
Jagger Evans
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Book here 10/10 Times!
Inshore Bay 4hr on June 9, 20262 adults

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We had an incredible day on the water with Michael! He made the trip a complete experience by showing us the entire process from catching our own bait and rigging the lines to putting us on some absolute hawgs. What really stood out was how much he cared about making sure everyone had a great time. When one member of our group hadn’t hooked up with a fish while the rest of us had, Michael didn’t just call it a day when our trip was supposed to end. He stayed out with us for nearly two extra hours to make sure everyone had a chance to land one. If you’re looking for an inshore guide who works hard, teaches you along the way, and genuinely wants his clients to succeed, Michael is your guy. We’ll absolutely be booking with him again!

Reported catch:
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Lance McGinnis
Lance McGinnis
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Limited out on Reds, even though it was a slow day
Inshore Bay 4hr on July 24, 20263 adults1 child

I would highly recommend Captain Michael for a Redfish trip. He hunted the Red's the entire trip and even though it was a slow day all throughout the Bay we ended up catching our limit, Including my 8 year olds first Red fish! Would definitely go on another trip with him Lance M.

Jessie Young
Jessie Young
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Relaxed trip but super fun
Nearshore Coastal 6hr on June 7, 20262 adults

Captain is a very knowledgeable guy who isn’t afraid to answer questions. good conversations were had and great fishing. Captain took us to spots to try from the past but also put us on good marks that produced more fish. awesome trip! 15+ red grouper caught alongside 5 trigger fish, 5 red snapper and 2 jacks. would book with Michael again

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Gray Triggerfish
Rod Murphy
Rod Murphy
Repeat angler
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Put us right on the fish!
Nearshore Coastal 6hr on July 15, 20263 adults

Michael was great. Worked really well with my teenage sons. Caught lots of fish. Would like to do it again!

Reported catch:
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Chris Delong
Chris Delong
Repeat angler
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2023
4 trips
5.0
Verified
So much fun!
Nearshore Coastal 5hr - 7:00 AM on June 24, 20264 adults

We always enjoy fishing with Michael! This is our 4th time booking with him and it was a blast! He maxed out our limit with red fish and also caught other fish during the trip. And we got to see a dolphin!

FAQs about Shallowtails Adventures

Shallowtails Adventures offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group - ''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''Off Season' Bay fishing'''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''' (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - Inshore Bay 4hr (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - Inshore Bay 4hr - 7:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $875 per group - Nearshore Coastal 5hr (5 hours)
  • US $875 per group - Nearshore Coastal 5hr - 7:00 AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - Inshore Bay 6hr (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - Nearshore Coastal 6hr (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - Tarpon Fishing (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Shallowtails Adventures, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Shallowtails Adventures include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Daiwa)
  • Live bait
  • Lures (If Lures are prefferd please let capt. know )
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Water, soft drinks)
  • Fishing license
Shallowtails Adventures offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
Shallowtails Adventures offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Shallowtails Adventures include:
  • Black Drum
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Flounder
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Ladyfish
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Sheepshead
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Michael Cowart
Michael Cowart
Michael Cowart

Panama City Beach, Florida, United States

ID & license verified
274 Customer reviews
Typical response within 1 hour
Member since December 2019

One of my earliest memories is fishing for Redfish with my dad, we were wade fishing on the flats around Panama City Beach. When I was 12 my dad took me for my first fishing tournament, I won the junior Redfish Division and that was my turning point – I was hooked on catching Redfish for life! Nothing is more exciting than seeing my clients hooked up and I promise to give you my very best to make sure you have the best fishing trip ever!

ID & license verified
274 Customer reviews
Typical response within 1 hour
Member since December 2019

One of my earliest memories is fishing for Redfish with my dad, we were wade fishing on the flats around Panama City Beach. When I was 12 my dad took me for my first fishing tournament, I won the junior Redfish Division and that was my turning point – I was hooked on catching Redfish for life! Nothing is more exciting than seeing my clients hooked up and I promise to give you my very best to make sure you have the best fishing trip ever!

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Flounder
Flounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Ladyfish
Ladyfish
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Black Drum
Black Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Flounder
Flounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2020
Boat manufacturer
Majek
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 350HP
Max cruising speed
60 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Daiwa
Live bait
Lures
If Lures are prefferd please let capt. know
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Water, soft drinks
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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
All ages welcome; life vests provided
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon

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