Blue Water Connection – Reelistic 

4.9/5 (123 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 North Lagoon Drive 5550, Panama City Beach, FL 32408, United States

Blue Water Connection – Reelistic 

 
Federally permitted
4.9/5 (123)
 Angler's Choice
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North Lagoon Drive 5550
Panama City Beach, FL, United States

Blue Water Connection is your chance to experience one of the premier fishing charters in Panama City Beach. The crew consists of Captain Justin Steele and Jimmy Barton. Book a trip with them and find and make this corner of Florida your next fishing destination.

You'll fish aboard the Realistic, a 60' Sportfishing boat designed for getting anglers to the very best offshore sportfishing spots. The boat is fully equipped with all the latest gear for your sportfishing adventure. It's kept in pristine condition from head to toe, with a kitchen, air-conditioned living area, and two heads cleaned before every single trip. Looking for cleanliness, quality equipment, and great fishing? This is the boat for you.

The latest top-of-the-line tackle is supplied on every trip, as well as a range of artificial lures for your convenience. Feel free to bring your kids on board, and show them what fishing is all about! Spend some quality family time and make some amazing memories that will last a lifetime.

Blue Water Connection offers a wide range of fishing trips. Nearshore trips will see you fishing for Mackerel and Bonito, while longer trips will take you to the deeper waters to target Blue and White Marlin, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, and Wahoo. You can also try an offshore bottom fishing trip, targeting tasty Snapper and Grouper, as well as the rod-bending Amberjack (when in season).

All you need to bring is some snacks and drinks, as well as some sun protection so you can thoroughly enjoy your day. Bring your sense of adventure and you're all set!

Come have some serious fun and explore some of the most prolific waters in the area with Blue Water Connection!

Blue Water Connection is your chance to experience one of the premier fishing charters in Panama City Beach. The crew consists of Captain Justin Steele and Jimmy Barton. Book a trip with them and find and make this corner of Florida your next fishing destination.

You'll fish aboard the Realistic, a 60' Sportfishing boat designed for getting anglers to the very best offshore sportfishing spots. The boat is fully equipped with all the latest gear for your sportfishing adventure. It's kept in pristine condition from head to toe, with a kitchen, air-conditioned living area, and two heads cleaned before every single trip. Looking for cleanliness, quality equipment, and great fishing? This is the boat for you.

The latest top-of-the-line tackle is supplied on every trip, as well as a range of artificial lures for your convenience. Feel free to bring your kids on board, and show them what fishing is all about! Spend some quality family time and make some amazing memories that will last a lifetime.

Blue Water Connection offers a wide range of fishing trips. Nearshore trips will see you fishing for Mackerel and Bonito, while longer trips will take you to the deeper waters to target Blue and White Marlin, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, and Wahoo. You can also try an offshore bottom fishing trip, targeting tasty Snapper and Grouper, as well as the rod-bending Amberjack (when in season).

All you need to bring is some snacks and drinks, as well as some sun protection so you can thoroughly enjoy your day. Bring your sense of adventure and you're all set!

Come have some serious fun and explore some of the most prolific waters in the area with Blue Water Connection!

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Rating

4.9
123 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (139)

What anglers say

96%
Great experience
96%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
99%
Caught fish

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Jake Glidewell
Jake Glidewell
us
Texas, US
Member since 2025
2
5.0
Verified
Wow! What a great fishing adventure!
8 Hour Trip (Oct 1st - May 31st) on December 23, 20258 adults
Blue Water Connections - Billistic II We recently went on an eight hour fishing charter with Blue Water Connections, and it was an absolute blast! Our group had a wide range of fishing experience, those who have done a lot of fishing and several who were novices. We were all blown away by the experience. First off, booking was a breeze through their website – quick confirmation and clear details on what to bring (sunscreen, snacks, and a sense of adventure). We met at the marina at dawn, the crew was there and super welcoming. The boat was a clean, spacious 57 footer with all the modern gear: high-quality rods, live bait wells, a cabin area for when the sun got intense, and it even had a clean modern head. We headed out for a 60 mile adventure (there and back). We were around 20 miles offshore targeting all game fish in season and the action started almost immediately. Captain Jimmy’s knowledge of the local waters is spot-on; he put us right on the fish using his sonar and years of experience. We hooked so many fish - almost 120#! Brandon was fantastic at helping with baiting and pulling in the fish, and even helping us get our keepers filleted at the local fish cleaner. They kept things safe and fun. The group was small (just eight of us), which meant no overcrowding and plenty of personal attention. Weather was perfect, but they assured us they monitor forecasts closely and reschedule if needed. Priced at around $160 per person, it felt like great value for the eight hours of non-stop excitement, including all tackle and licenses. If you're coming to Panama City Beach and looking for a charter fishing service we highly recommend Blue Water Connections. Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned angler, they'll make it memorable. Five stars – We’ll be back next season!
Reported catch:
Vermilion Snapper
Red Grouper
Gag Grouper
Jared Wesley
Jared Wesley
us
Alabama, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
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6 Hour Trip (Oct 1st - May 31st) on May 24, 20269 adults5 children
Had a great day on the water. Captain kept us on fish and the deckhand kept us fishing. Great communication before the trip by the captain and the boat was great. We had 12 fishing at a time. Great group for working with 11 year old kids.
Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Vermilion Snapper
Gray Triggerfish
Jeff Yang
Jeff Yang
Repeat angler
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2024
3 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
best snappers 80 catches and 1 mahi mahi
4 Hour (pm) on May 21, 20266 adults
we all 8 had a great time the skipper did a great job helping all of us. im glad i gave a great tip in advance to the captain and skipper. 400
Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Nader Dabit
Nader Dabit
Repeat angler
us
Mississippi, US
Member since 2021
5 trips
1
5.0
Verified
Perfect day of fishing!
8 hour (AM) summer (6/1)-(9/30) on July 1, 20258 adults2 children
Had an incredible day out with Blue Water Connection - Reelistic. We caught plenty of snapper and grouper, and a few other types of fish. The fish were biting nonstop throughout the entire trip. The crew was awesome, they knew the waters extremely well and were very helpful with everyone on board, quick to help and patient with the new folks. We had a great time and would go out with them again. Highly recommend if you're looking for a great day on the water!
Michael Carr
Michael Carr
Repeat angler
Member since 2019
2 trips
1
5.0
Verified
Reelistic is the real deal
6 hour (AM) Summer (6/1)-(9/30) on July 11, 202510 adults
Been on many trips deep sea fishing and by far the best trip yet ! The Crew and boat were top notch ! The captain put us on fish all day ! The first mate was young friendly and a worker ! Never for a moment with 8 fishing were we waiting on him ! We will book this same boat every trip from now on ! Book any of their 3 boats and your guaranteed fish and a good time !
Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Red Grouper
Vermilion Snapper

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4 Hour Trip (Oct 1st - May 31st)
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
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US $1,300
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour (pm)
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US $1,300
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6 Hour Trip (Oct 1st - May 31st)
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US $1,650
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US $1,800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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US $1,800
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US $1,800
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US $2,200
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US $2,400
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Entire boat: up to 6 people
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US $3,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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US $3,000
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12 Hour Trip (Oct 1st - May 31st)
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US $3,300
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12 Hour Summer (6/1)-(9/31)
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US $3,600
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US $4,200
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US $5,120
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating

4.9
123 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (139)

What anglers say

96%
Great experience
96%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
99%
Caught fish

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Jake Glidewell
Jake Glidewell
us
Texas, US
Member since 2025
2
5.0
Verified
Wow! What a great fishing adventure!
8 Hour Trip (Oct 1st - May 31st) on December 23, 20258 adults
Blue Water Connections - Billistic II We recently went on an eight hour fishing charter with Blue Water Connections, and it was an absolute blast! Our group had a wide range of fishing experience, those who have done a lot of fishing and several who were novices. We were all blown away by the experience. First off, booking was a breeze through their website – quick confirmation and clear details on what to bring (sunscreen, snacks, and a sense of adventure). We met at the marina at dawn, the crew was there and super welcoming. The boat was a clean, spacious 57 footer with all the modern gear: high-quality rods, live bait wells, a cabin area for when the sun got intense, and it even had a clean modern head. We headed out for a 60 mile adventure (there and back). We were around 20 miles offshore targeting all game fish in season and the action started almost immediately. Captain Jimmy’s knowledge of the local waters is spot-on; he put us right on the fish using his sonar and years of experience. We hooked so many fish - almost 120#! Brandon was fantastic at helping with baiting and pulling in the fish, and even helping us get our keepers filleted at the local fish cleaner. They kept things safe and fun. The group was small (just eight of us), which meant no overcrowding and plenty of personal attention. Weather was perfect, but they assured us they monitor forecasts closely and reschedule if needed. Priced at around $160 per person, it felt like great value for the eight hours of non-stop excitement, including all tackle and licenses. If you're coming to Panama City Beach and looking for a charter fishing service we highly recommend Blue Water Connections. Whether you're a newbie or a seasoned angler, they'll make it memorable. Five stars – We’ll be back next season!
Reported catch:
Vermilion Snapper
Red Grouper
Gag Grouper
Jared Wesley
Jared Wesley
us
Alabama, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
New
Book the trip!
6 Hour Trip (Oct 1st - May 31st) on May 24, 20269 adults5 children
Had a great day on the water. Captain kept us on fish and the deckhand kept us fishing. Great communication before the trip by the captain and the boat was great. We had 12 fishing at a time. Great group for working with 11 year old kids.
Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Vermilion Snapper
Gray Triggerfish
Jeff Yang
Jeff Yang
Repeat angler
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2024
3 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
best snappers 80 catches and 1 mahi mahi
4 Hour (pm) on May 21, 20266 adults
we all 8 had a great time the skipper did a great job helping all of us. im glad i gave a great tip in advance to the captain and skipper. 400
Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Nader Dabit
Nader Dabit
Repeat angler
us
Mississippi, US
Member since 2021
5 trips
1
5.0
Verified
Perfect day of fishing!
8 hour (AM) summer (6/1)-(9/30) on July 1, 20258 adults2 children
Had an incredible day out with Blue Water Connection - Reelistic. We caught plenty of snapper and grouper, and a few other types of fish. The fish were biting nonstop throughout the entire trip. The crew was awesome, they knew the waters extremely well and were very helpful with everyone on board, quick to help and patient with the new folks. We had a great time and would go out with them again. Highly recommend if you're looking for a great day on the water!
Michael Carr
Michael Carr
Repeat angler
Member since 2019
2 trips
1
5.0
Verified
Reelistic is the real deal
6 hour (AM) Summer (6/1)-(9/30) on July 11, 202510 adults
Been on many trips deep sea fishing and by far the best trip yet ! The Crew and boat were top notch ! The captain put us on fish all day ! The first mate was young friendly and a worker ! Never for a moment with 8 fishing were we waiting on him ! We will book this same boat every trip from now on ! Book any of their 3 boats and your guaranteed fish and a good time !
Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Red Grouper
Vermilion Snapper

FAQs about Blue Water Connection – Reelistic

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
19 persons
Boat length
60 ft
Year built
1985
Restored in
2022
Boat manufacturer
Bonner
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Lugger
Powered by
2 x 700HP
Max cruising speed
20 knots
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