Panama GEM Charters - Viking 46'

The Viking 46’ offers the best navigation and a comfortable overseas fishing experience. With its famous deep V hull design, this vessel provides excellent performance and great fishing features such as full professional gear, large fish boxes on the floor, a fighting chair, tuna tubes, live baitwells, a fishfinder, and outriggers.

In its comfortable flybridge, you will have an excellent location to spot bait balls and general fishing indicators with seating space for a big-sized family.

In this boat, you can catch Panama’s famous big game fish like Marlin, Tuna, Sailfish, Dorado, and much more. The Viking 46’ comes equipped with a complete set of professional fishing gear and a seasoned crew in big game fishing. In addition, the crew is certified and bilingual, so you’ll be able to communicate and have fun on your day on board!

The fun continues beyond there. Suppose you venture out to further destinations like Piñas Bay or the Explosives dumping area, which require an overnight stay. In that case, this vessel ensures you have a thoroughly comfortable trip.

On the inside, this boat has a superior design and manufacturing, the soil of teak and holly, a flat-screen tv, the main cabin with a Queen berth, and a guest cabin with spacious bunk berths from side to side. The living, dining, and kitchen are finished in exquisite cherry wood. This vessel ensures you have a thoroughly comfortable recharging sleep and are ready to head to fishing grounds first thing in the morning.

Take advantage of the opportunity to get to know the exquisite design and functionality that a Viking can offer. Panamanian coasts await you!

This charter is located in Panama City (Central America, Not Florida).



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip Afternoon Panama Bay
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 3:00 PM
    US $1,300
    On this half-day trip, we will do trolling, popping, and jigging. You will have enough time to glimpse what Panama waters have in store and maybe even come back with a nice catch. It could be anything from a Mahi Mahi to Snapper, Mackerel, and much more. The crew will supply all the gear, as well as soft drinks and some beer. You should bring sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and a camera. This package is great for novice anglers, families, and groups of friends on vacation.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Jigging
    Popping
    Spearfishing
    Trolling
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Tuna (Albacore)
    Albacore Tuna
    Barracuda (Pacific)
    Pacific Barracuda
    Grouper (Broomtail)
    Broomtail Grouper
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Bonito
    Bonito
    Needlefish
    Needlefish
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip Morning – Panama Bay
    In demand! Last booked: 4 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $1,300
    On this half-day trip, we will do trolling, popping, and jigging. You will have enough time to glimpse what Panama waters have in store and maybe even come back with a nice catch. It could be anything from a Mahi Mahi to Snapper, Mackerel, and much more. The crew will supply all the gear, as well as soft drinks and some beer. You should bring sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and a camera. This package is great for novice anglers, families, and groups of friends on vacation.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
    Handline
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Snook
    Snook
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Tuna (Albacore)
    Albacore Tuna
    Barracuda (Pacific)
    Pacific Barracuda
    Grouper (Broomtail)
    Broomtail Grouper
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Bonito
    Bonito
    Needlefish
    Needlefish
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Taboga Island
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $1,900
    Trolling/Popping/Jigging fishing trip. We will head to Taboga Island and 20 Fathom Trench which are excellent fishing grounds for Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and other game fish. You will head up to some 20 miles offshore or less and have a good chance to come back with a hefty catch. The gear is supplied onboard, as well as plenty of ice, juice, beer, Gatorades, and water. You should pack sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and a camera. This is a good option for avid anglers.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Popping
    Handline
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Snook
    Snook
    Tuna (Skipjack)
    Skipjack Tuna
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Tuna (Albacore)
    Albacore Tuna
    Barracuda (Pacific)
    Pacific Barracuda
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Seabass (White)
    White Seabass
    Needlefish
    Needlefish
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Pearl Islands Combo
    In demand! Last booked: 5 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $3,200
    Head to the Pearl Islands Archipelago and sample some of the finest fish that these fisheries hold. There are many Wahoo, Mahi, Mackerels, and Snapper here, and you're going to love it. The scenery's striking, and experienced fishermen will have enough time to explore the waters. Professional gear is waiting for you onboard fully rigged, but you should bring sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and a camera. You will also have on board plenty of ice, juices, Gatorade, water, and beers.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Fly Fishing
    Jigging
    Popping
    Handline
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Tuna (Albacore)
    Albacore Tuna
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Jack (African Pompano)
    African Pompano Jack
    Snapper (Cubera)
    Cubera Snapper
    Bonito
    Bonito
  • Private trip
    Extended Full Day Trip – Big Game
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $4,200
    Departing at 6 a.m. from Panama City and cruising more than 60 miles to the southern reach of the Pearl Islands archipelago to battle big game pelagics like Marlin, Sailfish, Wahoo, Mahi-Mahi, Yellowfin, and Roosterfish for Coastal fishing. On this 10-hour tour in one of Panama's most famous fishing areas, you will go to farther points of the archipelago, renowned worldwide and where most yearly tournaments occur. For fishing, this usually means bigger catches and possible catches like Marlin or Sailfish.
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Jigging
    Popping
    Handline
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Marlin (Black)
    Black Marlin
    Snapper (Cubera)
    Cubera Snapper
  • Private trip
    3 Day Piñas Bay – WORLD-RENOWNED!
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    3 Day Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Overnight stay, liveaboard
    US $19,200
    There are only a few places in the world oceans where anglers can target black Marlin consistently. Piñas bay, Panama, is right at the TOP of the list. The Marlin fishing at the famous Zane Grey reef during the winter season is like nowhere else on the planet (the largest fish ever caught on this reef was a 1300 lb Black Marlin, which was famously filmed by Guy Harvey). The sheer variety of species that can be targeted in the seas surrounding Piñas Bay water is incredible. World-class amenities on board.
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Jigging
    Popping
    Handline
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Marlin (Blue)
    Blue Marlin
    Roosterfish
    Roosterfish
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Grouper (Broomtail)
    Broomtail Grouper
    Jack (Almaco)
    Almaco Jack
    Marlin (Black)
    Black Marlin
    Snapper (Cubera)
    Cubera Snapper
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FAQs about Panama GEM Charters - Viking 46'

Panama GEM Charters - Viking 46' offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,300 per group - Half Day Trip Afternoon Panama Bay (4 hours)
  • US $1,300 per group - Half Day Trip Morning – Panama Bay (4 hours)
  • US $1,900 per group - Full Day Trip – Taboga Island (8 hours)
  • US $3,200 per group - Full Day Trip – Pearl Islands Combo (8 hours)
  • US $4,200 per group - Extended Full Day Trip – Big Game (10 hours)
  • US $19,200 per day per group - 3 Day Piñas Bay – WORLD-RENOWNED! (3 days)

When you book a trip with Panama GEM Charters - Viking 46', you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air Conditioning
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Snorkeling Equipment
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Tuna Tubes
  • Spearfishing Equipment
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Panama GEM Charters - Viking 46' include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (Depending on season)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

Panama GEM Charters - Viking 46' offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing

Panama GEM Charters - Viking 46' offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing
  • Handline
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Panama GEM Charters - Viking 46' include:
  • Amberjack
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Jack (African Pompano)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Marlin (Black)
  • Roosterfish
  • Sailfish
  • Sierra Mackerel
  • Snapper (Cubera)
  • Tuna (Albacore)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Charter Operator

Panama GEM Charters
Panama City, Panamá
53 Fishing Reports
129 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since February 2014
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Panama GEM Charters is a premier charter operator focusing on all the marine services but with a big emphasis on fishing charters. Onboard you will find an experienced crew, top of the line fishing gear targeting all species and fishing techniques based on the season. No matter how skilled you are, you will enjoy Panama Gem's top quality service with bilingual crews, all beverages and snacks, and a top quality experience every time.

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack (African Pompano) African Pompano Jack
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle

Boat specs

Viking (Motor yacht) originally built in 2007. Powered by 2 800HP MAN engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 27 knots.

Length
46 ft
Capacity
16 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

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

Amenities

Toilet
Air Conditioning
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Depending on season
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
First Mate
Fishing License

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

Payment

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
American Express
PayPal
Bank Transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

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Recent fishing reports

The 2024 first trimester has been one fo
The 2024 first trimester has been one fo
March 7, 2024
As biologists have reported, we have fenómeno del niño, for fishing this has brought lots of surprises for example: - species that normally are gone when the water gets colder have actually stayed around, for example mahi mahi and wahoo which were not normally seen back until june, when the rain starts. However they have stayed all year bitting our lines - seas that are known for getting choppy due to the north trade winds that create winter. This year as you have noticed snow fall hasnt been that strong, that means in our tropical weathers patters winds are not hitting that hard there seas have been quite calm. This means a comfortable cruise and for fishing it's easier to spot bait balls and any surface fishing activity - a great plus! Whales have stayed in the area, therefore as you fish feel free to enjoy this magical event of nature On the traditional side of the season, the common species for this days have been bottom species: red snapped, grouper and amberjack have been top catches. We have been using trolling, live bait (shrimp or minnows) and jiggs to target them. Within the tuna family theres a very looked after and exotic specie of tuna bitting our lines and this is Albacore Tuna. Beside being a short term specie its delicious! So count on the crew fileting your catch for great sashimi on board Even though on some parts of the atlantic like south east coast of the USA amberjack is seen as a specie with parasites, we on the other hand fish the Pacific ocean of Panama where theres zero parasites on these species! And are known for their delicious flavor. Are you ready to go fishing?
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Customer reviews

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Excellent
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Oscar and Captain were great
Oscar and Captain were great
Epic day of fishing!!
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James C.
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Great trip, amazing crew!

VERIFIED   Extended Full Day Trip – Big Game on December 17, 2023
If you’re thinking of chartering with a company in Panama, it would be hard to find one better than this. Capt. Miguel was...
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Awesome Experience

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Taboga Island on November 3, 2023
This was the best fishing charter I have been on. The Captain and crew were amazing from the arrival to the departure. We...
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Jay C.
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Epic day of fishing!!

VERIFIED   Extended Full Day Trip – Big Game on June 13, 2023
We pulled in 6 Mahi Mahi, 1 bonito, 5 amber and a 200 lb sailfish. It was an epic day with the best part witnessing two sailfish...
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Jeremy W.
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Oscar and Captain were great

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip Afternoon Panama Bay on December 30, 2023
Highly recommend. Great boat and great staff.
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Half day trip with Captain Miguel

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip Morning – Panama Bay on June 19, 2023
Had a great time. They were very accommodating to our family of 16 of all ages. This was the first time most of us had been...
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