Dauphins Charter Fishing

4.8/5 (171 reviews)

Federally permitted

U.S. 98 17, Panama City Beach, FL 32407, United States–

Federally permitted

4.8/5 (171)

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U.S. 98 17

Panama City Beach, FL, United States

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Trips & prices What's included Targeted species Boat info Reviews Contact captain

Head out of Panama City in Florida, and experience some of the best fishing around with Dauphins Charter Fishing! Join Captain Ryan Dauphin, a third-generation angler who knows everything about fishing in the area. He'll take you to the best fishing spots and make sure to maximize your chances of reeling in some big one.

You'll head out on 'No Control,' a 40' Henrique offshore sportfishing boat restored in 2024. It's powered by twin 315HP Cummins engine, so it'll get you to the best fishing grounds in no time! There's navigational equipment on board to put you on the fish and maximize your chances of catching big ones.

The waters of the Gulf of Mexico are brimming with a variety of fish species, so there's always something you can target. Depending on how far out you want to go, you'll be coming face-to-gill with Amberjack, Mahi Mahi, Cobia, Grouper, Snapper, King and Spanish Mackerel, and Wahoo.

Capt. Ryan will provide you with all the fishing gear on board, including rods, reels, and tackle. You'll be fishing using live bait as well as a range of artificial lures, trying out a variety of techniques. All you need to bring is some food and drinks so that you stay refreshed throughout your trip!

Join Dauphins Charter Fishing and explore the waters of the Gulf out of Panama City making some amazing memories!

Popular features

Fishing license

Live bait

You keep catch

Catch cleaning & filleting

Drinks

Popular features

Fishing license

Live bait

You keep catch

Catch cleaning & filleting

Drinks

Rating

4.8

171 reviews

4.8

Boat & equipment

4.9

Captain & crew

4.8

Fishing Experience

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What anglers say

92%

Great experience

95%

Family friendly

99%

Friendly captain

96%

Good boat

93%

Recommended

92%

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Steve Hamilton

New Jersey, US

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Member since 2025

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great trip

4 Hour Trip – Trolling Special on May 24, 2026 • 3 adults

we actually opted for the 6 hour bottom fishing and had a great time. we brought in a limit of vermilion snapper. also caught 3 grouper but they were slightly to small. all in all it was a great time

Richard Givens

Tennessee, US

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Member since 2026

5.0

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We caught a lot of fish!

6 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (AM) on May 16, 2026 • 4 adults

Good boat and crew. The crew was very skilled and knowledgeable about the Panama City area.
A six hour trip was good for older anglers. You can get tired from catching fish. Six hours was just right!

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Daniel Morris

Georgia, US

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Member since 2025

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Fantastic crew. Great action.

6 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing on August 19, 2025 • 6 adults

Ryan and Allen were fantastic! They hooked us up with some high action spots. My group of 6 caught about 60 fish and kept 40 on our 6hr charter. I’d highly recommend using them! Ryan is a true professional as a Captain and I wouldn’t hesitate to rebook. Only thing I’ll note, the address posted is not the correct one. It seems it’s hard to get it changed for them on this app. The actual Pier is Pier 98 (a little further from downtown PCB and a longer boat ride to the fishing spots).

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Adam Zamjahn

Repeat angler

Minnesota, US

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Member since 2024

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4 trips

5.0

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Second Time with this Crew!

4 Hour Trip – Trolling Special on April 1, 2026 • 6 adults

This was our family’s second year with this crew (we have 3 kids ages 8, 6, & 6) chasing Spanish Mackerel! Ryan and Alan are professionals and always make it a great trip! We had to work for the fish this year but still found success and everyone had a memorable time on the water! Kids lover spotting dolphins and of course catching fish!

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Michelle Sislo

Wisconsin, US

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Member since 2025

5.0

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Excellent trip!

4 Hour Trip – Trolling Special on November 9, 2025 • 5 adults

Captain Ryan and first mate Alan are first rate, very personable and put you at ease!  Booking in November can be challenging due to changing weather, we were able to adjust dates to try for the best weather conditions.  When we did go out, he put us on the fish immediately to catch our limits.  The wind didn't cooperate and when it got too rough for my older parents, he adjusted the trip to make sure everyone was comfortable and having a fun time.  Can't wait for the next trip!

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3 hour – Spring Break

3 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 11:00 AM)

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Feb 1 - May 1

US $680