Unorthodox Charters 

5.0
(119 reviews)
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State licensed
 East Highway 98 5904, Panama City, FL 32404, United States

Unorthodox Charters 

Panama City, FL, United States
26 ft
6
5.0
(119 reviews)

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SEPTEMBER is half way gone get in the snapper action soon will be gone beforre you know it after sept snapper will be open on weekends only

The pin location on maps is for winter time pick up only.
Summer and fall pick up is about 20 min further drive

Please note pin location is not summertime pick up location

Fish cleaning is done by the gut hut at our marina its $1.50 per pound but it is also vacuum sealed and labled for you

Childer 6 and under must have a life jacket that they can wear the whole trip the orange ones we provide are not comfortable to wear all day

If fishing in Panama City is on your bucket list, look no further than Unorthodox Charters. With Captain Wayde at the helm, you'll benefit from years of knowledge

Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. And, you can't go wrong with snacks to stay fueled throughout your trip!

You'll find yourself aboard a 26' Center console with capacity for 6 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures. Live bait is available, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.

It's never a bad idea to bring sunblock (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

SEPTEMBER is half way gone get in the snapper action soon will be gone beforre you know it after sept snapper will be open on weekends only

The pin location on maps is for winter time pick up only.
Summer and fall pick up is about 20 min further drive

Please note pin location is not summertime pick up location

Fish cleaning is done by the gut hut at our marina its $1.50 per pound but it is also vacuum sealed and labled for you

Childer 6 and under must have a life jacket that they can wear the whole trip the orange ones we provide are not comfortable to wear all day

If fishing in Panama City is on your bucket list, look no further than Unorthodox Charters. With Captain Wayde at the helm, you'll benefit from years of knowledge

Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. And, you can't go wrong with snacks to stay fueled throughout your trip!

You'll find yourself aboard a 26' Center console with capacity for 6 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures. Live bait is available, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

The charter boat covers your fishing license, just show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that you may release some fish due to regulations. If you don't know what to expect, ask the captain.

It's never a bad idea to bring sunblock (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Wayde Zimmerman
Captain
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3 Hour Trip – early bird 6 am
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Spanish Mackerel
Bonito
US $525
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3 Hour Trip – fishing 101 (9:30AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 9:30 AM
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Bonito
US $525
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3 Hour Trip – afternoon delight 1p
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Bonito
US $525
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3 Hour Trip – Sharks (PM) (copy)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 6:00 PM
Shark (Hammerhead)
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Bonnethead)
Shark (Bull)
US $525
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip – early bird bottom
Just booked! Last booked: 6 hours ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 4:00 PM)
Amberjack
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+4
US $700
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip – Trolling (am
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Bonito
US $700
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip – Trolling (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
Amberjack
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+6
US $700
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip – Sharks (PM)
Just booked! Last booked: 11 hours ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 PM
Shark (Hammerhead)
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Bonnethead)
US $700
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Snapper trip 5 hr
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Sep 30
Amberjack
Cobia
Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+2
US $800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bottom (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Amberjack
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+5
US $825
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bottom (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Amberjack
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+6
US $825
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip am parents vacation
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Amberjack
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+5
US $1,050
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Amberjack
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+6
US $1,050
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 hr captains choice
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Amberjack
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+3
US $1,400
Entire boat: up to 6 people
All day trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Amberjack
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+6
US $1,600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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5.0
119 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (208)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
100%
Caught fish

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Gary Dittman
Gary Dittman
us
California, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Great First Trip
4 Hour Trip – early bird bottom - 11:00 AM on September 9, 20262 adults4 children

We had 4 kids 8 - 13 that had never been ocean fishing. We told the Captain that we wanted to just catch fish. We caught over 40 fish of various types. He matched the skill set for each person as to what they were capable of catching. The Captain and his helper made sure that there was bait on the hooks and removed fish that were caught. The Captain was friendly, knowledgeable and likes kids. For myself and the kids I would thank Captain Wayne for a great time.

Wayde Zimmerman
Response from Captain

your very welcome glad everyone had fun come see me again captain wayde

Chevy Spoonemore
Chevy Spoonemore
us
Texas, US
Member since 2020
5.0
Verified
Great Trip with Great Csptain
5 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bottom (PM) on July 19, 20265 adults

Had 3 teenage girls and a 9 yr old. Captain Wayde was awesome with the kids. I offered to help and he let me to an extent but still took care of me as well. We got some B-Liners for the box and I told him I wanted a grouper. He move locations and said here's your grouper. Sure enough, they were there. Caught several and a bonus Amberjack. Finished with a storm hitting us as we were headed in. Storm was pretty bad but Captain Wayde was on top of it. We felt safe the whole time. He had a great personality and treated my kids really good. I'd highly recommend Captain Wade and Unorthadox Charters to anyone wanting to get out on the water and have a great time.

Reported catch:
Amberjack
Vermilion Snapper
Red Snapper
Wayde Zimmerman
Response from Captain

thanks for the review i really enjoyed the trip with yall come see ma anytime and we will get a few new fish in the box

Tyler Brown
Tyler Brown
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great for kids, or anyone just wanting to stay close and still catch fish
3 Hour Trip – early bird 6 am on June 16, 20264 adults1 child

Captain Wade was great! Super quick in responding to messages, easy guy to talk to and a killer one man crew, highly personable! We did the 3 hour early morning trip to see how my boy would like it (first fishing trip) and he absolutely loved it cause Captain Wade put us on fish pretty dang quick and the bean bag chairs was a nice additon for a comfy ride for kids (or anyone for that matter!) Aside from my son, we initially had 4 adults and made a last minute change literally 12 hours prior to the trip and Wade responded quick when I asked if it was ok.. worked our great as the boat was good for 6. All 6 of us pulled in multiple fish and had a great day! Book with Unorthodox Charters if you got kids or if you just want some fresh dinner on the line!

Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Bonito
Atlantic Mackerel
Wayde Zimmerman
Response from Captain

thanks so much i do my best with every trip yall were on it and belive me it makes me happy to take kids fishing come see me again

Craig Underwood
Craig Underwood
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Early Father’s Day present I won’t ever forget!
3 Hour Trip – Sharks (PM) (copy) on June 15, 20262 adults3 children

Wayde has the patience of a saint. I have three boys (7,9,and 12). They warmed up to him quick and we were all joking and having a good time. Each of them caught a fish (two black tip sharks and a red snapper.) I caught a four and half foot hammerhead! We saw dolphins, a sea snake, and various crabs. Wayde even caught a big crab when he was checking the bait. He has a lot of knowledge about the area and the wildlife. He put bean bags up front on his center console boat which were a life saver because near the end I got to be a little sea sick and could lie down to shrug it off. If we come back to the Emerald coast next year I will try to book him first!

Reported catch:
Hammerhead Shark
Blacktip Shark
Wayde Zimmerman
Response from Captain

thanks for the review the boys were awasome come see me again

Eric Bennett
Eric Bennett
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Awesome trip exceeded our expectations
3 Hour Trip – fishing 101 (9:30AM) on July 1, 20265 adults

The captain was a nice guy, very knowledgeable ,and was determined to put us on fish. we had originally booked a shorter trip but I messaged the captain prior to the trip with what we wanted to catch. He recommended a slightly longer trip to accomplish what we wanted to do and very glad we did go with the longer package. We go out again here in Panama City Beach we will be looking to book with him again. We will be recommending anyone we know to book with Unorthodox Charters

Wayde Zimmerman
Response from Captain

had a blast with you guys come see me again

FAQs about Unorthodox Charters

Unorthodox Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $525 per group - 3 Hour Trip – afternoon delight 1p (3 hours)
  • US $525 per group - 3 Hour Trip – early bird 6 am (3 hours)
  • US $525 per group - 3 Hour Trip – fishing 101 (9:30AM) (3 hours)
  • US $525 per group - 3 Hour Trip – Sharks (PM) (copy) (3 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 4 Hour Trip – early bird bottom (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 4 Hour Trip – early bird bottom - 11:00 AM (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 4 Hour Trip – early bird bottom - 4:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Sharks (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Trolling (am (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Trolling (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Snapper trip 5 hr (5 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Snapper trip 5 hr - 1:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $825 per group - 5 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bottom (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $825 per group - 5 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bottom (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $1,050 per group - 6 Hour Trip (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,050 per group - 6 Hour Trip am parents vacation (6 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group - 8 hr captains choice (8 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group - All day trip (10 hours)
When you book a trip with Unorthodox Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system Blue
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box fish b
Trips booked with Unorthodox Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Provide frozen bait guest pay for live minnows )
  • Lures
  • Fishing license (The boat has the fishing license that is needed for everything we will do )
Unorthodox Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (As a state boat we are allowed 9 miles off shore but go east as west alot further that most )
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
Unorthodox Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Unorthodox Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Bonito
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Sailfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)

Your captain

Wayde Zimmerman
Wayde Zimmerman

Panama City, Florida, United States

52 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
119 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2025
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.

been fishing the gulf since i was 14 years old love the fight of big fish and the look on people faces when the get hooked up on a fish of a lifetime wanting to share my years of experience with you abd look forward to making new friends and memories

Wayde Zimmerman
Wayde Zimmerman
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
52
reports
119
reviews
2025
member since
~1h
response
been fishing the gulf since i was 14 years old love the fight of big fish and the look on people faces when the get hooked up on a fish of a lifetime wanting to share my years of experience with you abd look forward to making new friends and memories

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Bonito
Bonito
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Sailfish
Sailfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Amberjack
Amberjack
Bonito
Bonito
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper

Real catches by this captain

  • first trip out to sea. really enjoyed it. caught a ton of fish.
    Charles W.
    Charles W.
  • greay trip
    Scott T.
    Scott T.
  • great trip
    Andrew C.
    Andrew C.
  • First but not our last!
    Ron S.
    Ron S.
  • Bucket list accomplished!!
    Angela C.
    Angela C.
  • Fun family fishing trip!
    Zak N.
    Zak N.
  • Best trip ever
    Elecia N.
    Elecia N.
  • Great Trip with Great Csptain
    Chevy S.
    Chevy S.
  • July fishing trip
    James G.
    James G.
  • Wonderful experience
    Amillia F.
    Amillia F.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
2004
Restored in
2022
Boat manufacturer
Cobia
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Blue
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
fish b
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Provide frozen bait guest pay for live minnows
Lures
Fishing license
The boat has the fishing license that is needed for everything we will do

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

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

Child friendly
Kids are always welcome on the boat, take from 4 years and up as a grandfather. i love teaching kids about fishing life jackets are provided but if you want a zipper life jacket you will need to get one
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

 American Express

What’s biting in Panama City right now

AmberjackAmberjack
BonitoBonito
CobiaCobia
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
SailfishSailfish
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)

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