Family Tradition Charters – Panama City
+4Join 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.
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Family Tradition Charters
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+155Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
89%
Appropriate for children
94%
Friendly captain
98%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Recommend this charter
82%
Caught fish
88%
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Awesome Day on the Water – Great Crew, Great Memories
6 Hour Trip on June 16, 2025
We recently went on a 6-hour deep sea fishing trip with a group of 11 family and friends, and we had an absolute blast! While we didn’t bring home a huge haul (about 40 lbs of fish), the experience was unforgettable. A playful family of dolphins followed us for most of the trip, stealing our bait but adding so much fun and excitement to the day. The crew was fantastic—friendly, helpful, and made sure everyone was comfortable and having a good time. Even though the fishing was light, the time spent out on the water, laughing and enjoying each other’s company, made it a perfect outing. Highly recommend this trip if you're looking for a relaxed and fun day on the ocean with great people and a top-notch crew!
We recently went on a 6-hour deep sea fishing trip with a group of 11 family and friends, and we had an absolute blast! While we didn’t bring home a huge haul (about 40 lbs of fish), the experience was unforgettable. A playful family of dolphins followed us for most of the trip, stealing our bait but adding so much fun and excitement to the day. The crew was fantastic—friendly, helpful, and made sure everyone was comfortable and having a good time. Even though the fishing was light, the time...
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Fish slayers
6 Hour Trip – Shared (AM) on July 7, 2025
We booked 9 people onto Family pride with 4 adults and 5 kids. The crew was awesome and helped the kids greatly. For someone that has fished before, I appreciated how often the Captain moved the boat. If we pulled up onto a spot and didn’t catch anything in 10 minutes, we moved on until we found some that would bite. He was obviously out there to get us fish We ended catching a large number of Snapper and had an amazing fish feast for 25 people 7/9/25
We booked 9 people onto Family pride with 4 adults and 5 kids. The crew was awesome and helped the kids greatly. For someone that has fished before, I appreciated how often the Captain moved the boat. If we pulled up onto a spot and didn’t catch anything in 10 minutes, we moved on until we found some that would bite. He was obviously out there to get us fish We ended catching a large number of Snapper and had an amazing fish feast for 25 people 7/9/25
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Memorable Day at Sea
8 Hour Trip – Shared on April 9, 2025
We had an absolute blast with this team! Every other cast we were catching something. We started the day with a massive Amberjack. We had to release because they aren’t in season. During the middle of the day we caught a bunch of triggerfish, vermillion snappers and white fish. Towards the end we kept bringing up out of season HUGE red snapper. I can’t wait to make this an annual fishing excursion with our family. We highly recommend the Family Traditions team!
We had an absolute blast with this team! Every other cast we were catching something. We started the day with a massive Amberjack. We had to release because they aren’t in season. During the middle of the day we caught a bunch of triggerfish, vermillion snappers and white fish. Towards the end we kept bringing up out of season HUGE red snapper. I can’t wait to make this an annual fishing excursion with our family. We highly recommend the Family Traditions team!
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Don’t miss out on a great fishing trip
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 enough good things about Captain Darral and his first mate. They were both amazing people who truly went above and beyond to ensure we had a fantastic time out in the Gulf. Not only did they make sure we caught plenty of fish, but their knowledge and expertise made the entire trip enjoyable and educational. Their friendly and professional demeanor made us feel welcome and well taken care of from start to finish. I highly recommend Family Tradition Charters to anyone looking for a memorable and successful fishing adventure!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I recently had the pleasure of experiencing a trip with Family Tradition Charters, and I can’t say enough good things about Captain Darral and his first mate. They were both amazing people who truly went above and beyond to ensure we had a fantastic time out in the Gulf. Not only did they make sure we caught plenty of fish, but their knowledge and expertise made the entire trip enjoyable and educational. Their friendly and professional demeanor made us feel welcome and well taken care...
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Great 6 hour trip!
6 Hour Trip – Shared (AM) on July 6, 2025
We went on the 6-hour offshore trip and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We limited out on snapper and even brought in about 8 bee liners. The crew was professional, knowledgeable, and made the entire trip enjoyable from start to finish. We highly recommend this charter and will definitely be booking again soon!
We went on the 6-hour offshore trip and couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We limited out on snapper and even brought in about 8 bee liners. The crew was professional, knowledgeable, and made the entire trip enjoyable from start to finish. We highly recommend this charter and will definitely be booking again soon!
FAQs about Family Tradition Charters – Panama City
What are the trip rates for 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 - 6 Hour Trip – Shared (PM) (6 hours)
- US $200 per person - 8 Hour Trip – Shared (8 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)
Which amenities are available onboard with Family Tradition Charters – Panama City?
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
What's included in the trip price with Family Tradition Charters – Panama City?
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
What types of fishing does Family Tradition Charters – Panama City offer?
Family Tradition Charters – Panama City offers the following types of fishing:
- Offshore Fishing
- Reef Fishing
- Wreck Fishing
What fishing techniques does Family Tradition Charters – Panama City offer?
Family Tradition Charters – Panama City offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Family Tradition Charters – Panama City?
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)
Meet your operator
Panama City, Florida, United States
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.
Fish you can target
Your boat
Where you can fish
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
How you can fish
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing
What's on board
Toilet
Air Conditioning
GPS
Furuno
Fishfinder
Furuno
Bed
Flybridge
Live Bait Well
Kitchen
Multimedia System
Ice Box
Radar
Furuno
Included in the 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.
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
Upon customer's request
How to 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.
What’s biting in Panama City right now
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
Spanish Mackerel