Gatun Sportfishing

Name: Gatun Sportfishing
Address: Gamboa
Price range: trips from US $350 to US $650
Rating: 4.9

4.9/5 (79 reviews)

Calle Gamboa, Gamboa, Panamá–

Gatun Sportfishing

4.9/5 (79 reviews)

Calle Gamboa

Gamboa, Panamá

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

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

Gatun Sportfishing

New on Fishing Booker but with more than 15 years operating charters only in Gatun Lake. This number one national operator and winning captain of more than 20 tournaments in different species is located in a private marina on Gamboa.

Our 4 captains will do his best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. This involves 3 to 12-hour trips, mainly fishing for Bass, Oscar, Snook, Tarpon, Jack Crevalle, and Tilapia, depending on the conditions on the day. On these trips, you can expect to use techniques such as light tackle, heavy tackle, trolling, fly fishing, popping, and spinning.

Your fishing adventure starts on a 20’ Orlando Clipper boat that can safely take up to 5 anglers. This boat comes with a 115 Suzuki 4 stroke engine and 70 lbs wireless trolling motor.
Or in a 17’ Polar Skiff boat that can safely take up tu 4 anglers, with a 60hp Suzuki 4 stroke engine and 70lb wireless troling motor.

All rods, high-range reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. Your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the day. The crew will clean and fillet your catch for you to take home at the end of the trip. The boat will be supplied with snacks, drinks, and lunch for your pleasure, be sure to let the captain know if you have any questions or want to bring your own.

The best saltwater fishing lodges in Panama refer us so that their clients have the best service and the biggest catches in Lake Gatun.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Gatun Sportfishing.

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4.9/5

out of 5 stars from 79 reviews

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Magnificent Fishing Trip with Gerardo and Gatun Sport Fishing Charters in Beautiful Panama!

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Good experience

98%

Appropriate for children

96%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

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Recommend this charter

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Tom Lafferty

5.0

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Magnificent Fishing Trip with Gerardo and Gatun Sport Fishing Charters in Beautiful Panama!

Full day 9 Hours Trip 6:00am on November 24, 2025 • 3 adults

Gerardo, owner of Gatun Sport Fishing is a first class owner, operator, and most importantly, person, whose English is outstanding! We did a nine hour sport fishing trip on the Panama Canal and its tributaries, on Lake Gatun. Everything was provided, from pick up and drop off at Dreams, Playa Bonita, to breakfast and a grilled boat lunch. Gerardo prepared two different kinds of steaks with dipping sauce and a Yuca, cheese filled bread, which is not really bread at all, but simply delicious. The steak was to die for, with an awesome roasted ginger-oil type topping to accent the steak and bread as you please. Best meal I had in Panama so far. Let's get to the fishing. We caught around 45 or so Peacock Bass, with one being around 5 pounds. We also caught Oscars and a few other varieties of fish. If you're going to fish on the Panama Canal, please call Gerardo and Gatun Sport Fishing. He owns four boats, with top-of-the-line Garmin, GPS's, and Min Kota remote controlled salt water trolling motors. My wife and son fished mostly live bait. I prefer artificial lures, and he has them all. Also, top-of-the-line Shimano, spinning, and bait casting reels, spooled with 40 pound braid. He knows all the spots, so he will catch you fish, as well as an adventure of a lifetime with all the wildlife, from monkeys to parrots, to crocodiles and Caymans. Book with Gerardo, you will not regret it!

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Larry Jacobs

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Great trip all the fish you could want FLY fishermen this is your go to.

4 Hours Trip on June 28, 2025 • 2 adults

Wow just awesome everything delivered as promised, Everything on time, and highly recommended. Fished with fly, spinner, and live bait available if wanted. We literally caught hundreds of fish in 2 half days. Peacock bass with some trophy fish on fly and spinner. Snook and jacks on fly rod and spinner lures. Had schools of Tarpon rolling. Gerardo is a skilled fisherman who knows the water and area like the back of his hand. You will find him likeable and friendly. The boat was docked at the beautiful Gamboa Rainforest lodge, and it was comfortable, clean, and organized. It is set up for fishing only and not a ponga tourist boat like many guides use there. I can not express how happy we were with every aspect of the trip. There are absolutely no negative comments. Experienced fishermen will be more than satisfied, as well as opportunities for families and novices. Gerardo will patiently teach you how to fish these waters and is ecstatic to witness your successes. I have been on many fishing expeditions on Gatun as well as other locations, and nothing compares. The best trip of 65 years being a fisherman. If I have left something out it can only be positive. Book without trepidation with very reasonable rates.

Response from Captain

July 3, 2025

Thank you so much Larry for your kind words! We're truly grateful you chose to fish with us at Lake Gatún. It was a pleasure having you on board, and we're glad you enjoyed the experience. Hope to see you again soon for another adventure on the water!

Josh Marshall

5.0

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Peacock Bass

3 hours trip - 3:00 PM on June 15, 2025 • 2 adults

Our fishing trip near Gamboa in Panama was absolutely unforgettable! We had an incredible day on the water, reeling in a bunch of vibrant, hard-fighting peacock bass that made for nonstop action and excitement. The lake itself was stunning, with calm waters and beautiful surroundings that added to the experience. What really made the trip stand out was Captain Gerardo—he was exceptionally knowledgeable, professional, and clearly passionate about fishing. He knew exactly where to go and what techniques to use, ensuring we had a successful and enjoyable outing. We couldn't have asked for a better guide or a better day of fishing!

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Response from Captain

June 20, 2025

Thanks so much for the review josh!!! See you soon

Clayton Watkins

5.0

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Peacock Bass at Gatun Lake in the rain.

4 Hours Trip 10:00am on November 27, 2024 • 2 adults

Our captain/fishing guide went out of his way to make our visit in Panama memorable. We came on a cruise ship so our time was limited and did not fit their normal fishing schedule. Gerardo, our guide, transported us in his own car from the cruise ship to Gatun lake. He completely adjusted his schedule to fit ours. We really enjoyed fishing in a remote area of the lake and even during midday, in a rain storm, we caught the peacock bass that we came to see. We also got to see 3 species of monkeys on the way. We were deep in the Panama rain forest and heard the eery sounds of howler monkeys while we were fishing. It was a great day with Gerardo.

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Response from Captain

November 28, 2024

Thanks Clayton!!! I hope see you soon

Brock Davidson

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WORLD CLASS PEACOCK BASS FISHING!

6 hours Half day trip 6:00am on December 25, 2024 • 2 adults

I have been fresh water fishing for 50+ years. Duran Gerardo is the best fishing guide I have ever employed! My wife and I caught more Peacock bass in 6 hours than we ever have culminating with a 5 lbs Peacock Bass. A personal best. Duran's knowledge and skill are incredible. His boat and fishing equipment are TOP-TIER. Food, drinks were outstanding. Book him NOW he is going places and won't be around long! Thank you Duran! You gave my wife and I a memory for a lifetime. We are truly grateful for the experience you gave us. Duran- Que Dios bendiga y nos vemos pronto.

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January 9, 2025

Hi Brock, thanks gread fishing trip!!! See you soon

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