Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 47' Sportfish
+88South Florida Boat Charter, LLC of Pompano Beach, FL is your go to offshore sportfishing charter company where you are guaranteed to catch or $100 off your charter. If you’re ready to try fishing in the active waters of South Florida, off of Pompano Beach, we’ve got you covered aboard Don’t Panic, a custom 47’ Buddy Davis sportfish. With Captain Ron at the helm and 1st Mate, Chris, you’ll benefit from years of knowledge and experience. If you are staying on the water between Pompano and Boca and we can gain access, I will pick you up and drop you off in your backyard.
Children are welcome, so go ahead and bring the whole family along! . And you can’t go wrong with bringing snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty belly!
Your trip begins aboard a 47’ Offshore sport fisher that is fully equipped with all top of the line tackle and tournament quality gear. It comes with outriggers, downriggers, and everything you need for a productive day on the water. There’s a toilet on board for your convenience. You’ll find tournament rated rods, reels, and tackle, along with lures, waiting for you.
Local species include Wahoo, Great Barracuda, Mahi Mahi, King Mackerel, Blackfin and Skipjack Tuna, Bonita, Sailfish, Bull, Hammerhead and Tiger Sharks, Cobia, Amberjack, the occasional Marlin, Swordfish, and more if you cast your line at the right time of year
A First Mate will be on board to help your trip run smoothly. Mates often work for tips and offering them a 15–20% tip is customary.
The charter boat covers your fishing license for the day, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. If you don’t know what to expect, ask Captain Ron.
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Don’t Panic Sport Fishing - 47’ Sportfish
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+242Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
93%
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EPIC DAY SLAYING TUNA!!!
Half Day Sport Fishing (8AM start) on May 4, 2025
Captain Ron and first mate Damien on Don’t Panic know how to find the trophy fish and cater to a perfect day on the water in Pompano Beach. This is the charter you want to book! Don’t be fooled by a substitute for the best. If you are a trophy angler or a first- timer, this is the boat to be on, and the Captain who knows how to get it done!!! Best day on the water ever!!! We will be back to slay more!!! Thanks Captain Ron and first mate Damien. EPIC DAY!!!
Captain Ron and first mate Damien on Don’t Panic know how to find the trophy fish and cater to a perfect day on the water in Pompano Beach. This is the charter you want to book! Don’t be fooled by a substitute for the best. If you are a trophy angler or a first- timer, this is the boat to be on, and the Captain who knows how to get it done!!! Best day on the water ever!!! We will be back to slay more!!! Thanks Captain Ron and first mate Damien. EPIC DAY!!!
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Lifetime Experience
Half Day Sport Fishing (PM) on March 21, 2025
My friend, her14 year old grandson and I had a fabulous time! When we first arrived we met Captain Lucas and his first mate Ynack. They asked us our names and where we came from. After that, we seemed liked old friends. Captain Lucas and Ynack made sure we had a great time. We caught one Mahi and 2 wahoo. When we caught the fish, Lucas and Ynack were just excited about catching the fish as we were. They high fived my friend’s 14 year old grandson and congratulated him. I never saw that boy smile so much. We were a few minutes late due to traffic. I wasn’t expected to go past our designated time but Captain Lucas told us it was his last trip of the day and he would extend our trip for 15 minutes. Since we stayed that extra time we caught both wahoo at that time. This was a lifetime experience for the 3 of us. We are already discussing when can we book another trip with Don’t Panic.
My friend, her14 year old grandson and I had a fabulous time! When we first arrived we met Captain Lucas and his first mate Ynack. They asked us our names and where we came from. After that, we seemed liked old friends. Captain Lucas and Ynack made sure we had a great time. We caught one Mahi and 2 wahoo. When we caught the fish, Lucas and Ynack were just excited about catching the fish as we were. They high fived my friend’s 14 year old grandson and congratulated him. I never saw that boy smile...
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GREAT EXPERIENCE
5 Hour Sport Fishing (PM) on February 22, 2025
Took a 5 hour charter with Capt Ron and had a great time. Capt Ron knows how to find fish. He's an eagle-eye when something hits the line and he reacts quickly to ensure you land what you hooked. Whether that be maneuvering the boat to keep from entangling other fishing lines, powering up or down to not lose what's hooked or take the fun out of the catch/fight by wearing out the fisherman reeling it in. Best of all, Capt Ron is a gentleman and all around good man. He's extremely knowledgeable about the industry and he's a great conversationalist. We caught several very nice Dolphin/Mahi and Blackfin Tuna. Capt Ron and the "Don't Panic" craft will be my first go-to the next time I charter out. Nick Miller
Took a 5 hour charter with Capt Ron and had a great time. Capt Ron knows how to find fish. He's an eagle-eye when something hits the line and he reacts quickly to ensure you land what you hooked. Whether that be maneuvering the boat to keep from entangling other fishing lines, powering up or down to not lose what's hooked or take the fun out of the catch/fight by wearing out the fisherman reeling it in. Best of all, Capt Ron is a gentleman and all around good man. He's extremely knowledgeable...
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Getting Salty
5 Hour Sport Fishing (PM) on March 29, 2025
I want to first give a big thank you to the crew: Captain Ron and Lucas for taking us on a fishing trip with my buddies and I. They were funny and always were on the look out. We went out on a rough sea day, but that didn’t matter because we had a lot of action, we were safe all thanks to the crew, and we even caught a sailfish! These guys have a lot of experience and will try their best in every scenario given so that you can have fun and create memories. All of their equipment is in top condition and is perfect to fish with.Thank you so much for the great time on the water.
I want to first give a big thank you to the crew: Captain Ron and Lucas for taking us on a fishing trip with my buddies and I. They were funny and always were on the look out. We went out on a rough sea day, but that didn’t matter because we had a lot of action, we were safe all thanks to the crew, and we even caught a sailfish! These guys have a lot of experience and will try their best in every scenario given so that you can have fun and create memories. All of their equipment is in top condition...
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Amazing and everything I had hoped for
Half Day Sport Fishing (8AM start) on January 30, 2025
5/5 would recommend to everyone, Capt Ron is extremely well knowledgeable. From the minute my dad and I got on board we felt extremely welcome. With this being our first off shore sportfishing trip we couldn’t have had a better experience. We will be back time and time again Don’t Panic Sportfishing in my option is everything I wanted it to be. Thank you again capt Ron the memories my dad and I were able to make are something worth sharing with everyone I will be telling everyone about this trip for years to come.
5/5 would recommend to everyone, Capt Ron is extremely well knowledgeable. From the minute my dad and I got on board we felt extremely welcome. With this being our first off shore sportfishing trip we couldn’t have had a better experience. We will be back time and time again Don’t Panic Sportfishing in my option is everything I wanted it to be. Thank you again capt Ron the memories my dad and I were able to make are something worth sharing with everyone I will be telling everyone about this...
FAQs about Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 47' Sportfish
What are the trip rates for Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 47' Sportfish?
Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 47' Sportfish offers the following trips to customers:
- US $700 per group - 3 Hour Sport Fishing Late Afternoon (3 hours)
- US $700 per group - 3 Hour Sport Fishing Noon (3 hours)
- US $750 per group - Half Day Sport Fishing (7AM start) (4 hours)
- US $750 per group - Half Day Sport Fishing (8AM start) (4 hours)
- US $750 per group - Half Day Sport Fishing (PM) (4 hours)
- US $900 per group - Shark Fishing 4Hr - AM (4 hours)
- US $900 per group - Shark Fishing 4hr- PM (4 hours)
- US $950 per group - 5 Hour Sport Fishing (AM) (5 hours)
- US $950 per group - 5 Hour Sport Fishing (PM) (5 hours)
- US $1,150 per group - 6 Hour Sport Fishing (AM) (6 hours)
- US $1,150 per group - 6 Hour Sport Fishing (PM) (6 hours)
- US $1,300 per group - Shark Fishing 6Hr - AM (6 hours)
- US $1,300 per group - Shark Fishing 6Hr - PM (6 hours)
- US $1,500 per group - 8 Hour Sport Fishing (full day) (8 hours)
- US $5,500 per group - Full Day Sportfishing — Bimini (14 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 47' Sportfish?
When you book a trip with Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 47' Sportfish, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
- Toilet Private bathroom
- Air Conditioning
- Fighting Chair
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed
- Flybridge
- Live Bait Well
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Multimedia System
- Outriggers
- Ice Box
- Radar
What's included in the trip price with Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 47' Sportfish?
Trips booked with Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 47' Sportfish include:
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (Included in the price)
- First Mate (Just like in the service industry customary tip is 20%)
- Fishing License (We are federally permitted, and our fishing permits cover everyone on the boat)
What types of fishing does Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 47' Sportfish offer?
Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 47' Sportfish offers the following types of fishing:
- Nearshore Fishing
- Offshore Fishing (Our typical fishing for pelagic migratory fish is 1 to 4 miles offshore)
- Reef Fishing
- Wreck Fishing
What fishing techniques does Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 47' Sportfish offer?
Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 47' Sportfish offers the following fishing techniques:
- Light Tackle
- Heavy Tackle
- Bottom Fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Drift Fishing
- Kite Fishing
- Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 47' Sportfish?
Top targeted fish species with Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 47' Sportfish include:
- Amberjack
- Barracuda (Great)
- Bonito
- Cobia
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Marlin (Blue)
- Sailfish
- Tuna (Blackfin)
- Tuna (Skipjack)
- Wahoo
Your operator
Pompano Beach, Florida, United States
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Capt. Ron, owner and operator is a 50-ton USCG captain with experience from Massachusetts to Florida and out to Bimini in delivery and Fishing. He is a captain and angler with a passion for the water. You will fish on a comfortable Post 42’ Sportfish and have a great time, lots of fun and sure that Captain Ron and Mate Chris will do everything to put you on the fish.
Capt. Ron C.
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The fish you can target
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Our typical fishing for pelagic migratory fish is 1 to 4 miles offshore
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Which fishing techniques you can try
Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Drift Fishing
Kite Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing
Which amenities are available onboard
Toilet
Private bathroom
Air Conditioning
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Live Bait Well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Multimedia System
Outriggers
Ice Box
Radar
What’s included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Included in the price
First Mate
Just like in the service industry customary tip is 20%
Fishing License
We are federally permitted, and our fishing permits cover everyone on the boat
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 agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
Kids are always welcome
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Disabled Accessible
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
PayPal
What’s biting in Pompano Beach right now
Amberjack
Barracuda (Great)
Bonito
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Marlin (Blue)
Sailfish
Tuna (Blackfin)
Wahoo