Bluewater Charter 30A/PCB
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Bluewater Charter 30A/PCB

State licensed
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(47 reviews)
• Angler's Choice
Map of Panama City, FL, United States
Collegiate Drive 4600
Panama City, FL, United States
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We offer inshore and nearshore fishing charters in St. Andrews Bay, Gulf of America and the Choctawatchee Bay. If you don't see a trip that fits your needs or schedule,message us and lets see what we can do to make it happen! We are a State licensed boat that can go up to 9 miles offshore, or we can stay to the calmer waters of the bays where there are plenty of target species. Message us about Military and First Responder discounts available!!

  • Fishing License
  • Live Bait
  • You Keep Catch
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Child Friendly
  • Ice Box
  • Rods, reels & tackle

Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    Party of One(One person trip!)
    In demand! Last booked: 21 hours ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $435
    This trip is for that one person in the group that wants to go fishing, but cost for most trips is just out of the budget. I will take that single angler out on a four hour trip inshore, nearshore or a combination at a special price! This trip is NOT for more than one person. More than one constitites a standard trip as priced.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
  • Private trip
    Kids Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $435
    This is a special trip just for the kiddos! Give them something different to do without breaking the bank. Enjoy a few hours trolling beautifull St. Andrews Bay, casting a few lines and seeing what saltwater fishing is all about!
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Private trip
    Saltwater 101
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $475
    This trip is for those that are new to saltwater fishing and want to experience what its all about. We will troll in the calmer bay water and towards the pass at St Andrews Bay. From there we will troll for Kings, Mahi and Bonito to some nearshore structure where we will bottom fish for a varity of reef fish. This is the perfect trip for those who want to experience saltwater fishing without a huge time and money investment.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Inshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $650
    This trip is for those anglers looking for calmer waters. We will typically fish in St. Andrews Bay or the Choctawhatchee Bay and target Redfish, Trout as well as some smaller reef fish, depending on the season. This is an active casting trip and is tylically recommended for two anglers. Trolling the bay and pass for Spanish Mackerel are also offered as part of this trip. For parties of more than two, this is more of a trolling and bottom fishing trio rather than casting to target Redfish and Trout.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
  • Private trip
    4 hour Morning Trolling
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $650
    This is a seasonal trip where we will troll near shore for Spanish Mackerel in April, King Mackerel from April-September. Although not as common, it is possible to pick up a Cobia, Wahoo or occasional Sailfish while on this type of trip. This is a seasonal trip. Most start times and trip lengths may be adjusted to suit your schedule. Dont see a trip that works for you?! Contact us and let us know what you are looking to do.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
  • Private trip
    4hr Morning Bottom Fishing
    In demand! Last booked: 4 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    1 Day Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Overnight stay, liveaboard
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $650
    Depending on the season these trips will include bottom fishing near shore reefs and wrecks for a variety of species of Snapper, Triggerfish, Grouper and Amberjack.
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Jack (Almaco)
    Almaco Jack
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    4 hour Afternoon Trolling
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 10:30 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $675
    This is a seasonal trip where we will troll near shore for Spanish Mackerel in April, King Mackerel from April-September. Although not as common, it is possible to pick up a Cobia, Wahoo or occasional Sailfish while on this type of trip. This is a seasonal trip. Most start times and trip lengths may be adjusted to suit your schedule. Dont see a trip that works for you?! Contact us and let us know what you are looking to do.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
  • Private trip
    4hr Afternoon Bottom Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    1 Day Trip, starts at 10:30 AM
    Overnight stay, liveaboard
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $675
    Depending on the season these trips will include bottom fishing near shore reefs and wrecks for a variety of species of Snapper, Triggerfish, Grouper and Amberjack.
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Jack (Almaco)
    Almaco Jack
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    4hr Afternoon Bottom Fishing (copy)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    1 Day Trip, starts at 10:30 AM
    Overnight stay, liveaboard
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $675
    Depending on the season these trips will include bottom fishing near shore reefs and wrecks for a variety of species of Snapper, Triggerfish, Grouper and Amberjack.
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Jack (Almaco)
    Almaco Jack
    Snapper (Yellowtail)
    Yellowtail Snapper
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Captains Choice
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $775
    The Captains Choice trip is a five hour and we will fish anywhere the backwaters for Redfish and Speckled Trout to nine miles offshore for Amberjack, Grouper, King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, Red Snapper among other species. Targets vary depending on the time of year and seasons so this trip allows is to target the most likely bite available for your trip!
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Bottom/Trolling Combo
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $900
    This is a seasonal trip where we will troll near shore for Spanish Mackerel in April, King Mackerel from April-September. Although not as common, it is possible to pick up a Cobia, Wahoo or occasional Sailfish while on this type of trip. This is a seasonal trip. Most start times and trip lengths may be adjusted to suit your schedule. Dont see a trip that works for you?! Contact us and let us know what you are looking to do.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Tuna (Blackfin)
    Blackfin Tuna
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
  • Private trip
    Party of 6 to 10
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for up to 4 persons
    US $1,400
    For larger parties, we offer two Center Console Boats! This allows for two groups of anglers that can fish side by side or in close proximity to one another. It offers the same fishing opportunities with a little competition between boats! Message for details. Price includes both boats and longer trips are abailable, as well as start times may be adjusted to suit your vacation schedule.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Jigging
    Heavy Tackle
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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Experience
Excellent
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Half day trip with captain Steve

4 Hour Inshore on March 25, 2025
Overall Experience was exceptional! Original charter day was Monday but due to weather captain Steve called 48 hours earlier...
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Great first trip!!!

VERIFIED   NEW  Saltwater 101 on June 6, 2025
My husband and I booked a short trip to test the waters with our kids and they loved every minute! Capt was super friendly...
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Jon B.
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Fantastic Family Trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Inshore on September 7, 2024
My wife, son (10), and I booked the 4hr captain choice. The weather was looking bad up to the moment of the trip and then opened...
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Great Trip!

VERIFIED   NEW  4 hour Afternoon Trolling on June 16, 2025
Took my 14yo son and his best friend on a trolling trip for ther first experience salt water fishing from a boat. Stephen was...
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Trolling day with Bluewater Charters

VERIFIED   NEW  4 hour Morning Trolling on May 28, 2025
Captain Hess and Wade took us out for a great day of trolling for mackerel and whatever else would bite. Came home with a bag...
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FAQs about Bluewater Charter 30A/PCB

Bluewater Charter 30A/PCB offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $435 per group - Party of One(One person trip!) (3 hours)
  • US $435 per group - Kids Trip (3 hours)
  • US $475 per group - Saltwater 101 (3 hours)
  • US $650 per group - 4 Hour Inshore (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group - 4 hour Morning Trolling (4 hours)
  • US $650 per day per group - 4hr Morning Bottom Fishing (1 day)
  • US $675 per group - 4 hour Afternoon Trolling (4 hours)
  • US $675 per day per group - 4hr Afternoon Bottom Fishing (1 day)
  • US $675 per day per group - 4hr Afternoon Bottom Fishing (copy) (1 day)
  • US $775 per group - 5 Hour Captains Choice (5 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 6 Hour Bottom/Trolling Combo (6 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group - Party of 6 to 10 (4 hours)
When you book a trip with Bluewater Charter 30A/PCB, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box
Trips booked with Bluewater Charter 30A/PCB include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (We typically will not spend charter time fishing for live bait. Live bait may be purchased at a small additional charge and added to the final cost)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Cleaning and filleting available at cost)
  • Fishing License (Fishing license provided for your trip)
Bluewater Charter 30A/PCB offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing (St. Andrews Bay and Choctawatchee Bay)
  • Nearshore Fishing (State licensed boat to 9 miles out)
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
Bluewater Charter 30A/PCB offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle (Lost rods/reels are charged to customer)
  • Heavy Tackle (Lost rod/reels are charged to customer)
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing
Top targeted fish species with Bluewater Charter 30A/PCB include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Triggerfish (Gray)

Your captain

Stephen Hess
Panama City, Florida, United States
8 Fishing Reports
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53 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since June 2023
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Check us out at Bluewater Charter PCB/30A and Bluewater Charter Inshore. Captain Stephen grew up fishing the Coastal waters of Virginia and North Carolinas Outer Banks, spent 20 years chasing Trophy Stripers in Tennessee and now call the inland and offshore waters of the Gulf of Mexico home.
Our Team
Wayde Z.
Captain
Stephen H.
Captain

The fish you can target

Amberjack Amberjack
Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Red) Red Grouper

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2023
Boat manufacturer
Key West
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
St. Andrews Bay and Choctawatchee Bay
Nearshore Fishing
State licensed boat to 9 miles out
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques will you try?

Light Tackle
Lost rods/reels are charged to customer
Heavy Tackle
Lost rod/reels are charged to customer
Bottom Fishing
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
We typically will not spend charter time fishing for live bait. Live bait may be purchased at a small additional charge and added to the final cost
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Cleaning and filleting available at cost
Fishing License
Fishing license provided for your trip

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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
Children are welcome! Typically recommend the shorter 4 hour trips.
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
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How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
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
Checks
Bank Transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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