Long Shot Charters – F/V Big Shot
+59Big Shot Charters is located in Panama City Beach and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters for parties of all sizes from 2-42! She can comfortably fish up to 20 people at ONE time. Don’t worry if you have more than 20, the Big Shot can handle parties up to 42!
Captain Alicia and her crew will do their best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing.
Our Deep Sea Fishing Trips range from 6-12 hours and are for anglers of all expertise. Targeted Species vary during the seasons, but include Red Snapper, Vermillion Snapper, White Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Red Grouper, Gag Grouper, Amberjack, Trigger Fish, and MANY MORE.
Your fishing adventure starts on a 55’ Defender walkaorund boat that can safely take up to 42 anglers. This boat is fully airconditioned, has a restroom, plenty of seating indoors and some on the back deck. She runs on triple Detroit diesel engines and uses extensive navigation gear.
All rods, reels, and terminal tackle and dead bait 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.
Book your trip now and hit the water with Big Shot Charters.
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Long Shot Charters
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
93%
Caught fish
93%
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Great Trip
6 Hr Bottom Fishing Spring/Fall AM on March 25, 2025
Thanks to the crew of the Big Shot for a great charter this morning. The bite was a little light early (thanks to some pesky dolphins) - but Capt Alicia and crew kept working and got us on the fish. Plenty of keepers for a great meal tonight and then some fun chasing other species.
Thanks to the crew of the Big Shot for a great charter this morning. The bite was a little light early (thanks to some pesky dolphins) - but Capt Alicia and crew kept working and got us on the fish. Plenty of keepers for a great meal tonight and then some fun chasing other species.
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Fantastic Fun
4 Hour Trip – Trolling PM on October 24, 2024
Captain Alicia and the crew were so nice and accommodating to our group which ranged 85 years! They were super helpful and attentive to all aboard and were constantly making sure anything needed was provided. The boat was very clean an and have more than enough space for our large group! We had a wonderful time and would recommend!!
Captain Alicia and the crew were so nice and accommodating to our group which ranged 85 years! They were super helpful and attentive to all aboard and were constantly making sure anything needed was provided. The boat was very clean an and have more than enough space for our large group! We had a wonderful time and would recommend!!
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It was a great family fishing trip.
8 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing on July 11, 2024
We all caught fish 😎👍. The Captain and crew had a 16 hr. day in all, we were the second trip out that day. They did a great job making sure everything was right and that we had everything we needed to make the trip successful. I do recommend and hope to see again.
We all caught fish 😎👍. The Captain and crew had a 16 hr. day in all, we were the second trip out that day. They did a great job making sure everything was right and that we had everything we needed to make the trip successful. I do recommend and hope to see again.
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Great trip & great staff
4 Hour Trip – Trolling on October 20, 2024
Had a great time. Caught a bunch of fish. Captain & crew were courteous & helpful!
Had a great time. Caught a bunch of fish. Captain & crew were courteous & helpful!
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June fishing trip
6 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing on June 21, 2024
FAQs about Long Shot Charters – F/V Big Shot
What are the trip rates for Long Shot Charters – F/V Big Shot?
Long Shot Charters – F/V Big Shot offers the following trips to customers:
- US $360 per person - 8 Hour Trip – Shared (8 hours)
- US $360 per person - 8 Hour Trip – Shared July 2nd (8 hours)
- US $360 per person - 8 Hour Trip – Shared June 18th (8 hours)
- US $800 per group, additional US $30 per person after 8 guests - 3 Hour Spring Special (Afternoon) (3 hours)
- US $800 per group, additional US $30 per person after 8 guests - 3 Hour Spring Special (Mid Morning) (3 hours)
- US $800 per group, additional US $30 per person after 8 guests - 3 Hour Spring Special (Morning) (3 hours)
- US $1,100 per group, additional US $40 per person after 6 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Trolling (4 hours)
- US $1,100 per group, additional US $40 per person after 6 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Trolling PM (4 hours)
- US $1,500 per group, additional US $60 per person after 6 guests - 6 Hr Bottom Fishing Spring/Fall AM (6 hours)
- US $1,500 per group, additional US $60 per person after 6 guests - 6 Hr Bottom Fishing Spring/Fall Mid (6 hours)
- US $1,500 per group, additional US $60 per person after 6 guests - 6 Hr-Bottom Fishing Spring/Fall PM (6 hours)
- US $1,575 per group, additional US $50 per person after 6 guests - 5 Hour Captain’s Choice (5 hours)
- US $1,800 per group, additional US $60 per person after 6 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (6 hours)
- US $1,800 per group, additional US $60 per person after 6 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing PM (6 hours)
- US $1,800 per group, additional US $60 per person after 6 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing PM (6 hours)
- US $2,400 per group, additional US $80 per person after 6 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (8 hours)
- US $2,400 per group, additional US $80 per person after 6 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing PM (8 hours)
- US $3,000 per group, additional US $100 per person after 6 guests - 10 Hour Trip–Bottom Fishing (10 hours)
- US $3,600 per group, additional US $120 per person after 6 guests - 12 Hour Trip–Bottom Fishing (12 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Long Shot Charters – F/V Big Shot?
When you book a trip with Long Shot Charters – F/V Big Shot, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- Toilet Full restroom with toilet and sink.
- Air Conditioning
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Flybridge
- Live Bait Well
- Multimedia System
- Ice Box
- Radar
What's included in the trip price with Long Shot Charters – F/V Big Shot?
Trips booked with Long Shot Charters – F/V Big Shot include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Lures
- First Mate (This boat has 1-2 Mates depending on the size of the charter. We strive to ensure you have the full service you deserve aboard the Big Shot no matter how large of a party!)
- Fishing License (Fishing licenses are covered by the boat and included in the rate. )
What types of fishing does Long Shot Charters – F/V Big Shot offer?
Long Shot Charters – F/V Big Shot offers the following types of fishing:
- Inshore Fishing
- Nearshore Fishing
- Offshore Fishing (Trips range from nearshore/coastal to 45 miles offshore dependent on the length of the trip. )
- Reef Fishing
- Wreck Fishing
What fishing techniques does Long Shot Charters – F/V Big Shot offer?
Long Shot Charters – F/V Big Shot offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Long Shot Charters – F/V Big Shot?
Top targeted fish species with Long Shot Charters – F/V Big Shot include:
- Amberjack
- Banded Rudderfish
- Grouper (Gag)
- Grouper (Red)
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Shark (Bull)
- Shark (Hammerhead)
- Snapper (Lane)
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snapper (Pink)
- Snapper (Red)
- Spanish Mackerel
Your operator
Panama City Beach, Florida, United States
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Captain Alicia is a Panama City Beach native, a 3rd generation fisherman and the only female owned and operated charter company in Panama City. She has a lifetime of experience fishing the local waters which started at a very young age with her mother and father. She spent many days as a mate on her family’s boats and the local party fishing vessels, before acquiring her captains license in 2007. Captain Alicia started her own business back in 2011. She has enjoyed taking people out, especially children, introducing them to the local fisheries and what she has loved her entire life. Beginning with the 2022 season, Capt. Alicia transitioned to a larger vessel, the Big Shot, and Capt. Joe took over the helm of the Long Shot. Capt. Joe has been Capt. Alicia's first mate since the beginning and knows both the boat and industry like the back of his hand. Capt. Joe was born in Panama City and moved away as a kid but the Gulf of Mexico and his passion for fishing drew him back in his teens. His years of experience and dedication show in each of the happy customers that disembark the Long Shot every day! Once you go fishing with Capt. Alicia aboard the Big Shot or Capt. Joe aboard the Long Shot you’ll want to return to Panama City Beach for another excursion. Many of their clients become repeat customers and come back at least a couple of times each year. Book your next trolling or bottom fishing trip with Long Shot Charters and experience the hype for yourself!
Joe H.
Captain
Alicia P.
Captain
Xander B.
First mate
Dusty P.
First mate
The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Trips range from nearshore/coastal to 45 miles offshore dependent on the length of the trip.
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing
Which amenities are available onboard
Toilet
Full restroom with toilet and sink.
Air Conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System
Ice Box
Radar
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
First Mate
This boat has 1-2 Mates depending on the size of the charter. We strive to ensure you have the full service you deserve aboard the Big Shot no matter how large of a party!
Fishing License
Fishing licenses are covered by the boat and included in the rate.
How cancellations work
Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Anglers of all ages are welcome!
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
How you can pay
Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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
American Express
What’s biting in Panama City Beach right now
Amberjack
Grouper (Gag)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
Spanish Mackerel