Family Tradition Charters – Panama City

Join Family Tradition Charters to find out just how marvelous it is to fish with the 5th generation of fishermen! The Raffield Family has been in the business for over 120 years, so you better believe you’re in good hands.

Your guide for the day, Captain Leveral Raffield, knows how to get you to the best fisheries around and help you have a great time along the way. His faithful companion on every trip, the Makin’ Memories boat, justifies its beautiful name.

She is a 65’ Bonner powered by twin 700 HP Caterpillar engines that can very comfortably take a party of up to 18 anglers aboard. This is a US Coastguard certified vessel, fully equipped to get you on the fish quickly, all the while keeping you safe and sound, no matter the weather conditions.

Showcasing the top rate electronics, the Makin Memories is entirely designed for the comfort and entertainment of the guests while hitting the hottest fishing spots on the Gulf of Mexico.

While we’re on the topic of the hottest bite, on your trip with Capt. Leveral, you will be going after the plethora of beautiful and tasty fish. From different kinds of Snappers, King and Spanish Mackerel on shorter trips, to Amberjack, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Groupers, and Sharks on Grand Slam adventures, you’ve got a lot look forward to.

If you do decide to head out to the sea for a 2 Day Grand Slam, make sure to bring your own food and drinks, as well as everything else you might need, and let’s not forget awesome company. Onboard you’ll find fully air-conditioned sleeping and sitting area, and you’ll even have satellite TV at your disposal.

You don’t need to worry about fishing equipment, you’re completely covered when it comes to rods, reels, and tackle, just bear in mind ebait is available for an additional charge. Kids are also welcome, the more, the marrier.

Family Tradition Charters invites you to experience the fishing abundance of Gulf of Mexico and make memories that will last a lifetime.



Trip availability and prices

  • Shared trip
    6 Hour Trip – Shared (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $350
    The 6 hour shared trips are a great alternative for the smaller groups to join in with others to share in an adventure. This trip targets Vermillion and Red Snapper (when in season), as well as King Mackerel. There need to be at least 6 people booked in order to run the trip!
  • Shared trip
    8 Hour Trip – Shared
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $400
    This is a seasonal trip that targets your red snapper limit more than anything else that you can put in the box that’s in season. The 2022 federal red snapper season started June 1 and runs through August 19.
  • Shared trip
    6 Hour Trip – Shared (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 PM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $400
    This trip is becoming customers' favorite. With the sun going down and the cool sea breeze, you will find it more enjoyable to fish at night. And the fish bite is great! You will be going after Vermillion, Black, Red, and White Snapper, as well Kingfish. There need to be at least 10 people booked for the trip to run!
  • Shared trip
    Evening 8hr walk on
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 PM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $400
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Swordfish
    Swordfish
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Shark (Nurse)
    Nurse Shark
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Trolling
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,200
    This trip consists of trolling for Spanish Mackerel and Bluefish in the bay. You may also go up to 4 miles offshore trolling for King Mackerel and Wahoo.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,800
    On this trip, your main target will be Vermillion and White Snapper, but you never know what else you may find at the end of your fishing line. All the necessary gear and tackle will be provided.
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for up to 8 persons
    US $3,000
    Extend your time on the water and check a few more spots for Snapper, Grouper, Kingfish, Mahi-Mahi, and who knows what else. Bring your favorite food and drinks, and well as appropriate clothes, sunscreen, and sunglasses.
  • Private trip
    10 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $3,200
    On this trip, your primary target will be Vermillion Snapper as well as Grouper, Amberjack, and Red Snapper depending on the season but you never know what else you may find at the end of your fishing line. All the necessary gear and tackle will be provided.
  • Private trip
    Grand Slam Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for up to 10 persons
    US $4,000
    Book a Grand Slam trip, where you will go out further and catch a greater variety of fish. Maybe you'll hook a scrumptious Mahi Mahi, or win a battle against wily Amberjack, or be proud of yourself for catching a Shark by the end of the trip. Whatever you reel in, good fun onboard is guaranteed.
  • Private trip
    12 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for up to 10 persons
    US $4,200
    On this 12-hour trip, your crew will have a longer fishing time to catch a larger group of fish and more variety. You can hope to reel in anything from Mahi Mahi and Wahoo, to Amberjack, Red Snapper, even an occasional Shark.
  • Private trip
    2 Day Grand Slam Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    24 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 AM
    Price for up to 25 persons
    US $8,500
    On this overnight trip, you get to keep a two-day limit. Fishing for 24 hours lets you fish all night and sleep at sea. With the night fishing, Sharks and Black Snappers start to show up as an added bonus with all other cool species coming up around the boat. Red Snapper, Grouper, and Vermillion Snapper are targeted on this trip. The boat is fully equipped for you to stay aboard with 12 beds, a shower with hot water, and a satellite TV. The maximum number of guests per trip is 9.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 134 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
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Appropriate for children
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Satisfied with the boat
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Caught fish
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Don’t miss out on a great fishing trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Shared (AM) on July 24, 2024
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I recently had the pleasure of experiencing a trip with Family Tradition Charters, and I can’t say...
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AWESOME CHARTER

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Shared (PM) on July 11, 2024
So let me start off by saying I have been on several charters in PCB and this is hands down the best! From the moment I booked...
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2nd Trip, Will Return for 3rd

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Shared (AM) on July 1, 2024
Used Family Tradition in 2022 and had an awesome experience!  Used again July 1st, 2024 and another fantastic experience! ...
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Jeff W.
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Good time had by all

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Shared (AM) on August 7, 2024
Despite the strong currents from the hurricane earlier this week, great trip and I would recommend this captain and crew for...
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Best charter I've done

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip – Shared on July 31, 2024
I highly recommend this charter. Great company has great customer service. From the crew to the captain.  Caught plenty A...
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FAQs about Family Tradition Charters – Panama City

Family Tradition Charters – Panama City offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $175 per person - 6 Hour Trip – Shared (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $200 per person - 8 Hour Trip – Shared (8 hours)
  • US $200 per person - 6 Hour Trip – Shared (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $200 per person - Evening 8hr walk on (8 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $200 per person after 6 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Trolling (4 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group, additional US $200 per person after 6 guests - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $3,000 per group, additional US $200 per person after 8 guests - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $3,200 per group, additional US $200 per person after 6 guests - 10 Hour Trip (10 hours)
  • US $4,000 per group, additional US $200 per person after 10 guests - Grand Slam Trip (12 hours)
  • US $4,200 per group, additional US $200 per person after 10 guests - 12 Hour Trip (12 hours)
  • US $8,500 per group - 2 Day Grand Slam Trip (24 hours)

When you book a trip with Family Tradition Charters – Panama City, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air Conditioning
  • GPS Furuno
  • Fishfinder Furuno
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Multimedia System
  • Ice Box
  • Radar Furuno

Trips booked with Family Tradition Charters – Panama City include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaning is available for a charge)
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

Family Tradition Charters – Panama City offers the following types of fishing:
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Family Tradition Charters – Panama City offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Family Tradition Charters – Panama City include:
  • Amberjack
  • Bluefish
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Black)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Shark (Nurse)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Swordfish
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)

Your operator

Family Tradition Charters
Panama City, Florida, United States
1 Fishing Report
147 Customer reviews
Response time 5 hours
Member since January 2016
Captain Leveral Raffield has been fishing the waters of the Gulf of Mexico for more than 40 years. Captain Leveral is a 4th generation fisherman. The Raffield family has been in the fishing business since the early 1890s. The family fishing spots have been passed down through the generations, include the private reefs built by Capt. Leveral. You and your family are guaranteed to fish the hottest spots with Family Tradition Charters.

The fish you can target

Amberjack Amberjack
Bluefish Bluefish
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Black) Black Grouper

What the boat is like

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
25 persons
Boat length
65 ft
Year built
1985
Restored in
2017
Boat manufacturer
Bonner
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Caterpillar
Powered by
2 x 700HP

Which types of fishing are offered

Offshore Fishing
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
Air Conditioning
GPS
Furuno
Fishfinder
Furuno
Bed
Flybridge

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish cleaning is available for a charge
First Mate
Fishing License

How cancellations work

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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Upon customer's request

How you can pay

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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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