Bluewatercharter30aSanta Rosa Beach 

5.0
(10 reviews)
 
State licensed
 South 3rd Street 103, Panama City, FL 32459, United States

Bluewatercharter30aSanta Rosa Beach 

Panama City, FL, United States
21 ft
4
5.0
(10 reviews)

Bluewatercharter30a offers inshore and nearshore charters out of St. Andrews Bay and the Gulf. While our business location is Santa Rosa Beach, we do depart out of PCB. Why?
Because your time is important. Launching out of Santa Rosa Beach or the 30a area is a long boat ride to the gulf that you are paying for and its part of your fishing time. Driving the extra time allows you more time on the water with lines in and fishing versus an expensive boat ride to the fishing grounds. We offer alternate start times for most trips so if you dont see a time that meets your vacation schedule, message us! For more reviews and information, please see our main listing at Bluewatercharter30a.

Bluewatercharter30a offers inshore and nearshore charters out of St. Andrews Bay and the Gulf. While our business location is Santa Rosa Beach, we do depart out of PCB. Why?
Because your time is important. Launching out of Santa Rosa Beach or the 30a area is a long boat ride to the gulf that you are paying for and its part of your fishing time. Driving the extra time allows you more time on the water with lines in and fishing versus an expensive boat ride to the fishing grounds. We offer alternate start times for most trips so if you dont see a time that meets your vacation schedule, message us! For more reviews and information, please see our main listing at Bluewatercharter30a.

Stephen Hess
Captain
Stephen Hess
11 years of experience
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3 Hour Family/Kids Trip
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
3 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 8:00 AM)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Speckled Trout
Triggerfish (Gray)
Snapper (Vermilion)
+2
US $525
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Inshore
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seabass (Black)
Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)
California Corbina
+6
US $650
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip Captains Choice
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 7:00 AM, 8:00 AM)
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+5
US $700
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hour Captains Choice
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+5
US $875
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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5.0
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5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Michael Lopez
Michael Lopez
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Kids had a blast
3 Hour Family/Kids Trip on June 23, 20264 children

My family of 6 (4 kids ages 6 to 13) took an in-shore excursion and captain Steve was great! We caught a lot of fish and had a good time at a very competitive price vs others. Perfect length of time for having smaller kids.

Stephen Hess
Response from Captain

Thank you guys so much! Had a great time with you and the family.

David Owens
David Owens
us
Kentucky, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
July fishing trip
3 Hour Family/Kids Trip on July 17, 20262 adults1 child

we had a blast getting acclimated to the guild fishing experience!

Stephen Hess
Response from Captain

Thank you! Love the kids and family trips for that reason. Very much appreciate you guys and hope to see you again in the future!

Sean Mahoney
Sean Mahoney
Repeat angler
us
Nebraska, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Stephen
3 Hour Kids Trip on May 20, 20262 adults3 children

Stephen Hess
Response from Captain

Thank you sir! had a blast with you guys and the kids!

Justin Ladden
Justin Ladden
us
Alabama, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Great day!
3 Hour Kids Trip on December 28, 20251 adult2 children

My young boys and I had a really enjoyable trip with Captain Stephen. He was very patient and knowledgeable on fishing spots and the area.

Stephen Hess
Response from Captain

Thank you. I had a great time with you guys today!!

Haydn Jackson
Haydn Jackson
us
Oklahoma, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Kids trip
3 Hour Kids Trip on August 28, 20242 adults2 children

It was a great experience for our kiddos ages 3 and 6! Stephen was knowledgeable of the area and the fish we were catching. He took drove us out to some nearby docs to give the kids a chance to catch a few small fish, which gave plenty of excitement, and we even got to see tons of dolphins. Although it scared the fish off, the kids were happy either way. I would definitely recommend capt Stephen, my husband and I can’t wait to catch him our next trip to do some deep sea fishing!

Reported catch:
Ladyfish
Catfish
Speckled Trout
Stephen Hess
Response from Captain

Thank you for sharing a few hours of your vacation with me. What a wonderful family!!! Look forward to seeing you guys again.

FAQs about Bluewatercharter30aSanta Rosa Beach

Bluewatercharter30aSanta Rosa Beach offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $525 per group - 3 Hour Family/Kids Trip (3 hours)
  • US $525 per group - 3 Hour Family/Kids Trip - 8:00 AM (3 hours)
  • US $650 per group - Inshore (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 4 Hour Trip Captains Choice (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 4 Hour Trip Captains Choice - 7:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 4 Hour Trip Captains Choice - 8:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $875 per group - 5 Hour Captains Choice (5 hours)
When you book a trip with Bluewatercharter30aSanta Rosa Beach, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Spearfishing equipment
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Bluewatercharter30aSanta Rosa Beach include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing license
Bluewatercharter30aSanta Rosa Beach offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Bluewatercharter30aSanta Rosa Beach offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
Top targeted fish species with Bluewatercharter30aSanta Rosa Beach include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Triggerfish (Gray)

Your captain

Stephen Hess
Stephen Hess

Panama City, Florida, United States

16 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
135 Customer reviews
Typical response 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.

My resume goes back to my youth fishing the Coastal waters or Virginia and North Carolina, to chasing trophy Stripers on the Cumberland River System in Tennessee. I have fished the Gulf since the early 1990's and am full time on the Emerald Coast these days. I am an old school fisherman using tried and true methods to catch fish here that we have used for years. Whether it's trolling for Kings and Mahi to bottom fishing for Amberjack, Grouper and a variety of Snappers, we have trips that will provide plenty of action.

Our Team
Stephen H.

Stephen H.

Captain

Stephen Hess
Stephen Hess
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
16
reports
135
reviews
2023
member since
~1h
response
My resume goes back to my youth fishing the Coastal waters or Virginia and North Carolina, to chasing trophy Stripers on the Cumberland River System in Tennessee. I have fished the Gulf since the early 1990's and am full time on the Emerald Coast these days. I am an old school fisherman using tried and true methods to catch fish here that we have used for years. Whether it's trolling for Kings and Mahi to bottom fishing for Amberjack, Grouper and a variety of Snappers, we have trips that will provide plenty of action.
The crew
Stephen H.
Stephen H.
Captain

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Gray Triggerfish
Gray Triggerfish
Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper

Real catches by this captain

  • Awesome!
    Richard P.
    Richard P.
  • Great Trip
    Tim T.
    Tim T.
  • Great Trip!
    Jim L.
    Jim L.
  • Kids trip
    Haydn J.
    Haydn J.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
21 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
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Spearfishing equipment
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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

 Bank transfer

What’s biting in Panama City right now

AmberjackAmberjack
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Triggerfish (Gray)Triggerfish (Gray)

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