Quick Hook Charters – 26’

Looking for a fantastic fishing trip, beach day, or both? You’ve come to the right place! Quick Hook Charters’ passion is to provide the best fishing trip and beach day you can ask for!

The professional captain and his crew will ensure you have an excellent time. You can decide between trolling for Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, or Tuna, jigging for some Snapper or Grouper, casting for Mackerel, Jacks, Bonito, and several other species, or you can use live bait (seasonal) to fish for Roosterfish, Jacks, Snapper, or Grouper. The captain will advise you on what will work best.

Come aboard the 26’ Chaparral Walkaround, a classic from 1986, completely restored and repowered in 2020, and fully equipped with all the safety gear, VHF Radio, lights, bilge pumps, and wash-down system. Set your favorite playlist with their Infinity Bluetooth sound system while you head out to the fishing spots! The boat also features several dry storages and a cabin to keep your bags safe.

Everyone can come fishing with Quick Hook Charters, and it doesn’t matter if you’re a novice or a professional angler. For a relaxing beach day combined with fishing, we can take you to a lovely white sand beach on a beautiful island, buy or grill your food, and enjoy an ice-cold beer. Mix this with the fishing trip to taste both on the same day! The charter will provide all the fishing rods, reels, lures, and gear you need for the day.

The boat will have two big coolers full of ice and drinking water. Just pack sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, a long sleeve, and some snacks, and you are good to go! We’ll help you clean your catch.

Fish with the best charter in Panama City!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Taboga Island
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $590
    On this 4-hour trip, we go to Taboga Islands and target Jacks, Sierra Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, Bonito, Yellowfin Tuna, and Snapper, depending on the season. You can enjoy a nice day fishing around these beautiful islands while admiring the beautiful Panama City skyline.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Bonito
    Bonito
    Sierra Mackerel
    Sierra Mackerel
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Taboga Island
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $750
    This is a complete trip around Taboga and the neighboring islands. Depending on the season, we target Mahi Mahi, Sierra Mackerel, Jacks, Bonito, Yellowfin Tuna, Snapper, and others. On this 8-hour trip, you can enjoy these beautiful islands, fish the tropical waters, and at the end, we'll help you clean the fish. We can make a beach stop after midday if you want to see Taboga Beach and the town, where you can find good food, drinks, and souvenirs.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Little Tunny (False Albacore)
    Little Tunny (False Albacore)
    Barracuda (Pacific)
    Pacific Barracuda
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Jack (Horse-eye)
    Horse-eye Jack
    Bonito
    Bonito
    Sierra Mackerel
    Sierra Mackerel
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Otoque Island
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $890
    This is an 8-hour trip around Otoque, Bona, and Estiva Islands. On this island, we target Mahi Mahi, Sierra Mackerel, Jacks, Bonito, Yellowfin Tuna, Snapper, Grouper, and sometimes Roosterfish, depending on the season. You can enjoy the beautiful islands, fishing in these tropical waters, and at the end, we'll help you clean the fish. On this trip, you can make a beach stop at Taboga island, depending on timing and weather.
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Grouper (Goliath)
    Goliath Grouper
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Bonito
    Bonito
    Sierra Mackerel
    Sierra Mackerel
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Roosterfish
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Dec 31
    US $900
    On this trip, we go straight for Roosterfish, our most precious species. First, we catch the fresh live bait around Taboga Island, and then we go the whole day slow trolling for this beautiful fish. We may get one or several hits during the day, but if you get one to stay on the hook, it's game on! We got the spots and the experience. This trip is seasonal.
    Targeted fish
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Pelagic
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    US $990
    We target Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, medium to small Yellowfin Tuna, Bonito, and Wahoo on this 8-hour trip. Go anywhere from 15 to 25 miles offshore on the look for this precious species. We can see dolphins, sea turtles, and whales, depending on the season. We do trolling with ballyhoo, and we include two packs of bait and all the fishing gear needed. Come on down, have a great time on the water, and reel in some beautiful fish!
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Bonito
    Bonito
    Sierra Mackerel
    Sierra Mackerel
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FAQs about Quick Hook Charters – 26’

Quick Hook Charters – 26’ offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $590 per group - Half Day Trip – Taboga Island (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - Full Day Trip – Taboga Island (8 hours)
  • US $890 per group - Full Day Trip – Otoque Island (8 hours)
  • US $900 per group - Full Day Trip – Roosterfish (8 hours)
  • US $990 per group - Full Day Trip – Pelagic (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Quick Hook Charters – 26’, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Snorkeling Equipment Ask in advance
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna Tubes
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Quick Hook Charters – 26’ include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License (You don't require a license to fish in Panama)

Quick Hook Charters – 26’ offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing

Quick Hook Charters – 26’ offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
  • Handline
  • Spearfishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Quick Hook Charters – 26’ include:
  • Amberjack
  • Bonito
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Broomtail)
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Little Tunny (False Albacore)
  • Sierra Mackerel
  • Snapper (Cubera)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Mullet)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)

Meet the Charter Operator

Quick Hook Charters
Panama City, Panamá
3 Fishing Reports
48 Customer reviews
Response time 1 hour
Member since September 2019
I am Capt. Kevin Bendeck, a professional captain and fishing guide, and owner/operator of Quick Hook Charters. With over 10 years of experience fishing in Panama's best fishing locations, our crew always goes the extra mile so that you can catch a dream fish off Panama City or the Pearl Islands. Book a trip with us for a day full of great memories. Bring your family and friends, and let's go for a fishing adventure on Panamanian waters!

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Bonito Bonito
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Broomtail) Broomtail Grouper

Boat specs

Chaparral (Walkaround) originally built in 1987, and restored in 2020. Powered by 2 150HP Mercury Optimax engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 30 knots.

Length
26 ft
Capacity
5 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
Handline
Spearfishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Snorkeling Equipment
Ask in advance
Live Bait Well

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
First Mate
Fishing License
You don't require a license to fish in Panama

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Disabled Accessible
Tell us in advance and we'll book a marina slip

Payment

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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.5 / 5
out of 5 stars from 7 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.4 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (10)
Kevin and Melvin are the best!
Kevin and Melvin are the best!
Kevin and Melvin are the best!
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Angler rating
4
2
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
80%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
86%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
86%
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Joseph L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Kevin and Melvin are the best!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Otoque Island on February 20, 2024
We started out slow but Captain Melvin kept at it!  He got us some really really nice fish!  Did not rush the day at all!!!!! ...
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Bradley L.
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Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
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5.0 / 5
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Thank you for a great two days!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Taboga Island on October 21, 2023
We had an awesome experience with Captain Kevin and the rest of his Quick Hook team. We did two full days, and we had the chance...
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Chad C.
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Full Day Pelagic Trip with Quick Hook Crew

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Pelagic on May 6, 2023
Can’t recommend this crew enough. Had a great day on the water and was able to land many good size Dorado.  Crew was knowledgeable...
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James D.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Good
3.0 / 5
Overall

Great crew

VERIFIED   NEW  Full Day Trip – Taboga Island on March 23, 2024
Although we didn’t catch too much it was a great day with the crew and they were great people to be around
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Nathan P.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Group!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Pelagic on February 3, 2024
If you want to catch fish, give these guys a call! We had an awesome day on the water! Caught a good variety
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