Panama Fishing Trip is VIP charters focused on giving you a once-in-a-lifetime, sharing, and living fishing experience with our Captain that has all the Passion for share the waters of gatun lake, the view and wildlife will make a unforgotten experience in Panama.
We will give you a short video about trip and capture as a memory of this great day and PFT sourvenirs.
We have been operating many years from a private marine, PFT is the best charters in Gatun lake selected for 4 consecutive years as anglers choice and with all the high quality equipment necessary for the activity and the experience of our captains you will ensure a day full of catches and adrenaline with the best fishing tips and details that you need for catch your dream fish!!
They always take some time to take you to visit The Monkey Island if you want to see them!
Gatun Lake is home to many different fish species like Ladyfish, Cubera Snapper, Snook, Tarpon, Needlefish, Peacock Bass, Tilapia, Jack Crevalle, White Seabass, Tigerfish, and more, depending on the season.
During the trip, PFT is going to show all the different fishing techniques that we use for fishing, such as spinning, popping, trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized like fly fishing!! That we use for fish in the area!
Your trip begins aboard on boat that holds up to 4 passengers design for sportfishingtrip . It has all the essentials equipment, trolling motors, gps, fishfinder, Bluetooth audio system, spot satellital communicator.
Their tacklebox has more than 400 lures for you. Live bait is always onboard.
It’s recommended to bring sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses.
Drinks, beers and bottled water are included, free of charge. There will be food and some light snacks for you on board.
Now, come aboard with the Panama Fishing Trip and get hooked! We are waiting for you!
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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (56)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
100%
Sep 25, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Gatun Lake 12:30pm
Usually when you elect to go with one of the cheapest options you get what you pay for. This was not the case, before I even stepped foot on the boat the captain messaged me to prepare me, sent me photos of the previous days catch, and gave me perfect directions to get to the marina. I got there 30 minutes early and instead of just waiting for 12:30 to come around the captain said he was ready to go, giving me an extra 30 minutes of fishibg time. The boat was nice and the crew was also very freindly. Withen the first 5 minutes of fishing we already had cuaght a snook, after 10 minutes we had 3 snook and a red snapper! we continued to the rivers where we caught no less than 20 peacock bass (some of which were really nice size), some tiger fish, and some oscars. The crew worked the entire day to make sure that I was having fun and catching fish. Could truly not recommend Panama Fishing Trip more, I will for sure be back!
Usually when you elect to go with one of the cheapest options you get what you pay for. This was not the case, before I even stepped...
Jul 25, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Gatun Lake (PM)
Capt Rene is top-notch! I can't recommend taking a fishing trip with Capt Rene enough!!! Extremely nice man, bi-lingual English & Spanish and he genuinely wants to make sure you have a great time! Everything from the boat to the fishing tackle worked perfectly. Capt Rene was on top of every need and kept live bait on my hook constantly. We were catching fish within 15 mins of reaching the fishing spot! He has a remote controlled trolling motor which made it easy to stay right where we needed to be. I literally lost track of how many fish I caught. Small, medium and large peacock bass 👍
Capt Rene is top-notch! I can't recommend taking a fishing trip with Capt Rene enough!!! Extremely nice man, bi-lingual English...
Apr 25, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Gatun Lake (AM)
I booked a 4hr Lake Gatun trip with Rene at Fishing Bookers. As soon as I booked it (45 days in advance), Capt Rene reached out through the app to answer questions and to find out what type of fishing experience I wanted. I opted for a trip focusing on peacock bass, snook, and tilapia. I also wanted to see the monkeys that populate some of the small lake islands. I needed transportation from Panama City to the boat launch in Gamboa. He provided assurance that this would be a great trip. Today (4/25), he arrived early for pickup and got to the boat with no problems. The ride out to the fishing spots was very scenic and he gave some quick tips on fishing with his lures and live bait. He knows what he's doing. We caught at least 15 peacock bass and 4 snook. We then went to the small islands where we saw three types of monkeys up close (howlers, tamarins, and capuchins). The capuchins even got on the boat to get a late breakfast of peanuts that we had on hand. The trip back was easy. We arrived back at our Panama City hotel at 10:45a with the whole day ahead of us. I could not provide a stronger recommendation to use Capt Rene.
I booked a 4hr Lake Gatun trip with Rene at Fishing Bookers. As soon as I booked it (45 days in advance), Capt Rene reached out...
Sep 24, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Gatun Lake 12:30pm
knowledgeable, courteous, and great fishing. Untouched waters
knowledgeable, courteous, and great fishing. Untouched waters
Feb 27, 2025
3 Hour Trip – Gatun Lake PM
My husband and I as well as our 2 sons, 11 and 13, all had a lot of fun fihing on the lake! We all caught lots of peacock bass and also some oscar fishes. Captain stopped at the monkey island at our request. He was very knowledgeable and pleasant. We felt well taken care of, with drinks and peanut for the monkeys. Highly recommend this company.
My husband and I as well as our 2 sons, 11 and 13, all had a lot of fun fihing on the lake! We all caught lots of peacock bass...
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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (56)
Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
100%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
4 Hour Trip – Gatun Lake 12:30pm on September 25, 2025
Usually when you elect to go with one of the cheapest options you get what you pay for. This was not the case, before I even stepped foot on the boat the captain messaged me to prepare me, sent me photos of the previous days catch, and gave me perfect directions to get to the marina. I got there 30 minutes early and instead of just waiting for 12:30 to come around the captain said he was ready to go, giving me an extra 30 minutes of fishibg time. The boat was nice and the crew was also very freindly. Withen the first 5 minutes of fishing we already had cuaght a snook, after 10 minutes we had 3 snook and a red snapper! we continued to the rivers where we caught no less than 20 peacock bass (some of which were really nice size), some tiger fish, and some oscars. The crew worked the entire day to make sure that I was having fun and catching fish. Could truly not recommend Panama Fishing Trip more, I will for sure be back!
Usually when you elect to go with one of the cheapest options you get what you pay for. This was not the case, before I even stepped foot on the boat the captain messaged me to prepare me, sent me photos of the previous days catch, and gave me perfect directions to get to the marina. I got there 30 minutes early and instead of just waiting for 12:30 to come around the captain said he was ready to go, giving me an extra 30 minutes of fishibg time. The boat was nice and the crew was also very...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
4 Hour Trip – Gatun Lake (PM) on July 25, 2025
Capt Rene is top-notch! I can't recommend taking a fishing trip with Capt Rene enough!!! Extremely nice man, bi-lingual English & Spanish and he genuinely wants to make sure you have a great time! Everything from the boat to the fishing tackle worked perfectly. Capt Rene was on top of every need and kept live bait on my hook constantly. We were catching fish within 15 mins of reaching the fishing spot! He has a remote controlled trolling motor which made it easy to stay right where we needed to be. I literally lost track of how many fish I caught. Small, medium and large peacock bass 👍
Capt Rene is top-notch! I can't recommend taking a fishing trip with Capt Rene enough!!! Extremely nice man, bi-lingual English & Spanish and he genuinely wants to make sure you have a great time! Everything from the boat to the fishing tackle worked perfectly. Capt Rene was on top of every need and kept live bait on my hook constantly. We were catching fish within 15 mins of reaching the fishing spot! He has a remote controlled trolling motor which made it easy to stay right where we needed...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
4 Hour Trip – Gatun Lake (AM) on April 25, 2025
I booked a 4hr Lake Gatun trip with Rene at Fishing Bookers. As soon as I booked it (45 days in advance), Capt Rene reached out through the app to answer questions and to find out what type of fishing experience I wanted. I opted for a trip focusing on peacock bass, snook, and tilapia. I also wanted to see the monkeys that populate some of the small lake islands. I needed transportation from Panama City to the boat launch in Gamboa. He provided assurance that this would be a great trip. Today (4/25), he arrived early for pickup and got to the boat with no problems. The ride out to the fishing spots was very scenic and he gave some quick tips on fishing with his lures and live bait. He knows what he's doing. We caught at least 15 peacock bass and 4 snook. We then went to the small islands where we saw three types of monkeys up close (howlers, tamarins, and capuchins). The capuchins even got on the boat to get a late breakfast of peanuts that we had on hand. The trip back was easy. We arrived back at our Panama City hotel at 10:45a with the whole day ahead of us. I could not provide a stronger recommendation to use Capt Rene.
I booked a 4hr Lake Gatun trip with Rene at Fishing Bookers. As soon as I booked it (45 days in advance), Capt Rene reached out through the app to answer questions and to find out what type of fishing experience I wanted. I opted for a trip focusing on peacock bass, snook, and tilapia. I also wanted to see the monkeys that populate some of the small lake islands. I needed transportation from Panama City to the boat launch in Gamboa. He provided assurance that this would be a great trip. Today...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
4 Hour Trip – Gatun Lake 12:30pm on September 24, 2025
knowledgeable, courteous, and great fishing. Untouched waters
knowledgeable, courteous, and great fishing. Untouched waters
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
3 Hour Trip – Gatun Lake PM on February 27, 2025
My husband and I as well as our 2 sons, 11 and 13, all had a lot of fun fihing on the lake! We all caught lots of peacock bass and also some oscar fishes. Captain stopped at the monkey island at our request. He was very knowledgeable and pleasant. We felt well taken care of, with drinks and peanut for the monkeys. Highly recommend this company.
My husband and I as well as our 2 sons, 11 and 13, all had a lot of fun fihing on the lake! We all caught lots of peacock bass and also some oscar fishes. Captain stopped at the monkey island at our request. He was very knowledgeable and pleasant. We felt well taken care of, with drinks and peanut for the monkeys. Highly recommend this company.