Combat Fishing
5.0/5 (33 reviews)
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State licensed
Thomas Drive 3605, Panama City Beach, FL 32408, United States–
Combat Fishing
Up to 9 miles
Panama City Beach, FL, United States
–28 ft
6
5.0/5 (33 reviews)
Angler's Choice
Spend the day with Combat Fishing and see what's biting in beautiful Panama City Beach.
These waters are known for Amberjack, Cobia, Mahi Mahi, Gag Grouper, Red Grouper, Scamp Grouper, Snowy Grouper, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Bull Shark, Red Snapper, Vermilion Snapper, Gray Triggerfish, and more – with any luck, it won't take long to hook into some.
On the day of your trip, you're likely to troll and bottom fish using heavy tackle. For the more adventurous among you, there's spearfishing for the ones that are certified. Feel free to ask any questions. You will be responsible for all of your own equipment. Dive at your own risk Free-diving or Scuba!!!
Capt. John believes in teaching kids to fish while they're young, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Also, remember to bring snacks for a boost of energy when needed!
Capt. John will bring you aboard a 28' Mako center console that holds up to 6 passengers. It has everything you need for a productive day on the water.
Capt. John will provide rods and reels for you, along with lures. If the bait man is not open or sold out, you'll be catching it yourself just outside the jetties or on your way out to sea.
The charter boat covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. The captain will be happy to help you follow regulations while you fish.
A few items to bring include sunblock (non-spray), a hat, bottled water, and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that daydream into a reality, with Combat Fishing.
Spend the day with Combat Fishing and see what's biting in beautiful Panama City Beach.
These waters are known for Amberjack, Cobia, Mahi Mahi, Gag Grouper, Red Grouper, Scamp Grouper, Snowy Grouper, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Bull Shark, Red Snapper, Vermilion Snapper, Gray Triggerfish, and more – with any luck, it won't take long to hook into some.
On the day of your trip, you're likely to troll and bottom fish using heavy tackle. For the more adventurous among you, there's spearfishing for the ones that are certified. Feel free to ask any questions. You will be responsible for all of your own equipment. Dive at your own risk Free-diving or Scuba!!!
Capt. John believes in teaching kids to fish while they're young, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Also, remember to bring snacks for a boost of energy when needed!
Capt. John will bring you aboard a 28' Mako center console that holds up to 6 passengers. It has everything you need for a productive day on the water.
Capt. John will provide rods and reels for you, along with lures. If the bait man is not open or sold out, you'll be catching it yourself just outside the jetties or on your way out to sea.
The charter boat covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. The captain will be happy to help you follow regulations while you fish.
A few items to bring include sunblock (non-spray), a hat, bottled water, and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
How often would you rather be fishing? Go on and turn that daydream into a reality, with Combat Fishing.
Popular features
Fishing license
Live bait
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Child friendly
Popular features
Fishing license
Live bait
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Child friendly
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5.0
33 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
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Sherry Johnston
Alabama, US
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Member since 2026
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5.0
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New
Epic!
Half Day Trip (AM) - 12:00 PM on June 5, 2026 • 2 adults
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ EPIC Birthday Fishing Adventure! 🎣🌊☀️
What an incredible day with Combat Fishing Company, Capt. John, and deckhand Jackson!
We booked a deep-sea fishing trip for my husband’s birthday, and wow—what an adventure! Capt. John told me he would make the day extra special since it was his birthday, but I never imagined just how amazing it would be.
We had beautiful sunshine all day, but Mother Nature definitely kept things exciting with 7-foot waves rocking us from start to finish! We got absolutely soaked on the ride out, while fishing, and on the ride back—but honestly, it just added to the fun and made the day even more memorable.
Capt. John and Jackson worked hard all day helping us catch fish and making sure everyone had a great time. Thanks to their expertise, we landed several Red Snapper, Lane Snapper, Triggerfish, and Grouper. It was nonstop action and excitement!
Despite the rough seas, Capt. John did an outstanding job navigating the boat and keeping us safe while putting us on the fish. Jackson was fantastic as well—always ready to help, encourage, and keep the good times rolling.
We definitely got our money’s worth and then some. The fishing was great, the crew was amazing, and the memories we made are priceless. This was one of the most fun birthday celebrations we’ve ever had.
Thank you, Capt. John and Jackson, for giving my husband a birthday he’ll never forget. We will absolutely be booking another trip with Combat Fishing Company!
If you’re thinking about booking a fishing charter, don’t hesitate—you won’t regret it!
Response from Captain
June 6, 2026
What an amazing trip and group. We had so much fun battling the seas but we caught some epic fish! Cant wait to see you all again when you come down.
Sherry Johnston
Alabama, US
•
Member since 2026
0
5.0
New
Epic
Half Day Trip (PM) on June 5, 2026
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ EPIC Birthday Fishing Adventure! 🎣🌊☀️
What an incredible day with Combat Fishing Company, Capt. John, and deckhand Jackson!
We booked a deep-sea fishing trip for my husband’s birthday, and wow—what an adventure! Capt. John told me he would make the day extra special since it was his birthday, but I never imagined just how amazing it would be.
We had beautiful sunshine all day, but Mother Nature definitely kept things exciting with 7-foot waves rocking us from start to finish! We got absolutely soaked on the ride out, while fishing, and on the ride back—but honestly, it just added to the fun and made the day even more memorable.
Capt. John and Jackson worked hard all day helping us catch fish and making sure everyone had a great time. Thanks to their expertise, we landed several Red Snapper, Lane Snapper, Triggerfish, and Grouper. It was nonstop action and excitement!
Despite the rough seas, Capt. John did an outstanding job navigating the boat and keeping us safe while putting us on the fish. Jackson was fantastic as well—always ready to help, encourage, and keep the good times rolling.
We definitely got our money’s worth and then some. The fishing was great, the crew was amazing, and the memories we made are priceless. This was one of the most fun birthday celebrations we’ve ever had.
Thank you, Capt. John and Jackson, for giving my husband a birthday he’ll never forget. We will absolutely be booking another trip with Combat Fishing Company!
If you’re thinking about booking a fishing charter, don’t hesitate—you won’t regret it!
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
June 6, 2026
What an amazing trip and group. We had so much fun battling the seas but we caught some epic fish! Cant wait to see you all again when you come down.
Chad Kidwell
Repeat angler
Georgia, US
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Member since 2020
•
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Best fishing trip we've ever had in the Fla panhandle
Half Day Trip (AM) - 12:00 PM on April 10, 2026 • 4 adults
The guys were great and we'd highly recommend! They gave us options on what we wanted to fish for and we didn't fish anywhere that there were not fish immediately. We caught I'm guessing 50 fish and several times caught two fish on a line at one time. Great service, great conversations, very comfortable and like we told them, we don't judge a trip based on catching fish or not catching fish. If you do, double check yourself and appreciate the tranquility and time with friends/family as what it's all about. Fish or no fish, it's a gift most of us don't get every day. The icing on the cake was catching more fish than we've ever caught on any family fishing trip. We will be back this summer to snapper fish and can't wait to spend more time slaying it with Combat Fishing!
Response from Captain
April 16, 2026
Chad i couldnt have said it better! What an exceptional trip we had. Great company and amazing fish. Cant wait for your next trip.
Jessica Fowler
Georgia, US
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Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
New
Great experience
Half Day Trip (PM) on June 4, 2026 • 2 adults • 4 children
Captain John and deck hand Jackson are great. we had 4 kids with us ages 9-12, and they were very patient and helped the boys out. They also answered the million and one questions the kids had and shared cool facts about the fish. Captain put us right on the fish, and we got a good batch to take home. Weather was a little rough, but Captain John did an amazing job navigating the water for an enjoyable ride. 10 out of 10 recommend.
Response from Captain
June 6, 2026
Thanks Jessica we definitely enjoyed taking you guys out, the kids were great sports and listened well. Hope to see you guys next time your in town. Hopefully better weather for you guys!
William Philpot
North Carolina, US
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Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
New
capt John and fellow crew members were awesome
Full Day Trip on June 9, 2026 • 4 adults
we all had a blast, weather couldn't have been better, we caught all sorts of fish like snapper, grouper, Bonita, trigger fish, and others, by the time we were heading home all 4 of us were barely able to lift our arms. highly recommend booking with capt John as I will be in the future.
Reported catch:
+3
Response from Captain
June 11, 2026
thank you guys appreciate such a great review. Looking forward to doing it again. Enjoy the catch.
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Half Day Trip (AM)
4 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
US $800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
US $800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Kids/ Beginners trip
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
US $800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
US $800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
4 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
US $800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
US $800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trolling Trip
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
US $850
Entire boat: up to 6 people
US $850
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $1,300
Entire boat: up to 6 people
US $1,300
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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5.0
33 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience
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Sherry Johnston
Alabama, US
Member since 2026
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5.0
Verified
New
Epic!
Half Day Trip (AM) - 12:00 PM on June 5, 2026 • 2 adults
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ EPIC Birthday Fishing Adventure! 🎣🌊☀️
What an incredible day with Combat Fishing Company, Capt. John, and deckhand Jackson!
We booked a deep-sea fishing trip for my husband’s birthday, and wow—what an adventure! Capt. John told me he would make the day extra special since it was his birthday, but I never imagined just how amazing it would be.
We had beautiful sunshine all day, but Mother Nature definitely kept things exciting with 7-foot waves rocking us from start to finish! We got absolutely soaked on the ride out, while fishing, and on the ride back—but honestly, it just added to the fun and made the day even more memorable.
Capt. John and Jackson worked hard all day helping us catch fish and making sure everyone had a great time. Thanks to their expertise, we landed several Red Snapper, Lane Snapper, Triggerfish, and Grouper. It was nonstop action and excitement!
Despite the rough seas, Capt. John did an outstanding job navigating the boat and keeping us safe while putting us on the fish. Jackson was fantastic as well—always ready to help, encourage, and keep the good times rolling.
We definitely got our money’s worth and then some. The fishing was great, the crew was amazing, and the memories we made are priceless. This was one of the most fun birthday celebrations we’ve ever had.
Thank you, Capt. John and Jackson, for giving my husband a birthday he’ll never forget. We will absolutely be booking another trip with Combat Fishing Company!
If you’re thinking about booking a fishing charter, don’t hesitate—you won’t regret it!
Response from Captain
June 6, 2026
What an amazing trip and group. We had so much fun battling the seas but we caught some epic fish! Cant wait to see you all again when you come down.
Sherry Johnston
Alabama, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
New
Epic
Half Day Trip (PM) on June 5, 2026
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ EPIC Birthday Fishing Adventure! 🎣🌊☀️
What an incredible day with Combat Fishing Company, Capt. John, and deckhand Jackson!
We booked a deep-sea fishing trip for my husband’s birthday, and wow—what an adventure! Capt. John told me he would make the day extra special since it was his birthday, but I never imagined just how amazing it would be.
We had beautiful sunshine all day, but Mother Nature definitely kept things exciting with 7-foot waves rocking us from start to finish! We got absolutely soaked on the ride out, while fishing, and on the ride back—but honestly, it just added to the fun and made the day even more memorable.
Capt. John and Jackson worked hard all day helping us catch fish and making sure everyone had a great time. Thanks to their expertise, we landed several Red Snapper, Lane Snapper, Triggerfish, and Grouper. It was nonstop action and excitement!
Despite the rough seas, Capt. John did an outstanding job navigating the boat and keeping us safe while putting us on the fish. Jackson was fantastic as well—always ready to help, encourage, and keep the good times rolling.
We definitely got our money’s worth and then some. The fishing was great, the crew was amazing, and the memories we made are priceless. This was one of the most fun birthday celebrations we’ve ever had.
Thank you, Capt. John and Jackson, for giving my husband a birthday he’ll never forget. We will absolutely be booking another trip with Combat Fishing Company!
If you’re thinking about booking a fishing charter, don’t hesitate—you won’t regret it!
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
June 6, 2026
What an amazing trip and group. We had so much fun battling the seas but we caught some epic fish! Cant wait to see you all again when you come down.
Chad Kidwell
Repeat angler
Georgia, US
Member since 2020
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
Best fishing trip we've ever had in the Fla panhandle
Half Day Trip (AM) - 12:00 PM on April 10, 2026 • 4 adults
The guys were great and we'd highly recommend! They gave us options on what we wanted to fish for and we didn't fish anywhere that there were not fish immediately. We caught I'm guessing 50 fish and several times caught two fish on a line at one time. Great service, great conversations, very comfortable and like we told them, we don't judge a trip based on catching fish or not catching fish. If you do, double check yourself and appreciate the tranquility and time with friends/family as what it's all about. Fish or no fish, it's a gift most of us don't get every day. The icing on the cake was catching more fish than we've ever caught on any family fishing trip. We will be back this summer to snapper fish and can't wait to spend more time slaying it with Combat Fishing!
Response from Captain
April 16, 2026
Chad i couldnt have said it better! What an exceptional trip we had. Great company and amazing fish. Cant wait for your next trip.
Jessica Fowler
Georgia, US
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
New
Great experience
Half Day Trip (PM) on June 4, 2026 • 2 adults • 4 children
Captain John and deck hand Jackson are great. we had 4 kids with us ages 9-12, and they were very patient and helped the boys out. They also answered the million and one questions the kids had and shared cool facts about the fish. Captain put us right on the fish, and we got a good batch to take home. Weather was a little rough, but Captain John did an amazing job navigating the water for an enjoyable ride. 10 out of 10 recommend.
Response from Captain
June 6, 2026
Thanks Jessica we definitely enjoyed taking you guys out, the kids were great sports and listened well. Hope to see you guys next time your in town. Hopefully better weather for you guys!
William Philpot
North Carolina, US
Member since 2025
0
5.0
Verified
New
capt John and fellow crew members were awesome
Full Day Trip on June 9, 2026 • 4 adults
we all had a blast, weather couldn't have been better, we caught all sorts of fish like snapper, grouper, Bonita, trigger fish, and others, by the time we were heading home all 4 of us were barely able to lift our arms. highly recommend booking with capt John as I will be in the future.
Reported catch:
+3
Response from Captain
June 11, 2026
thank you guys appreciate such a great review. Looking forward to doing it again. Enjoy the catch.
FAQs about Combat Fishing
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What is the boat like?
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
2001
Restored in
2018
Boat manufacturer
Mako
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
2 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots