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Don’t Panic Sportfishing – Boca 

5.0/5 (7 reviews)
 
State licensed
 East Palmetto Park Road 600, Boca Raton, FL 33432, United States

Don’t Panic Sportfishing – Boca 

Up to 3 miles
Boca Raton, FL, United States
47 ft
6
5.0/5 (7 reviews)

Don't Panic Sportfishing of Boca Raton, FL is your go to offshore sportfishing charter company. If you're ready to try fishing in the active waters of South Florida, off of Boca, we've got you covered aboard Don't Panic. Whether you're an experienced angler looking for that next trophy catch or a family with children, Don't Panic Sportfishing will cater to your needs. With Captain Ron at the helm and 1st Mate Damian, you'll benefit from years of knowledge and experience. Children are welcome, so go ahead and bring the whole family along! And you can't go wrong with bringing snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty belly!

Your trip begins aboard a 47' Buddy Davis offshore sport fisher that is fully equipped with all top of the line tackle and tournament quality gear and everything you need for a productive day on the water. You'll find tournament rated rods, reels, and tackle, along with lures, waiting for you.  Alcohol is welcome to drink in moderation, but it must be in cans, there is no glass bottles allowed on the boat.

Local species include Wahoo, Great Barracuda, Mahi Mahi, King Mackerel, Blackfin and Skipjack Tuna, Bonita, Sailfish, Bull, Hammerhead and Tiger Sharks, Cobia, Amberjack, the occasional Marlin, Swordfish, and more if you cast your line at the right time of year.  We are agents for Grays Taxidermy and can offer you discounts to have your trophy catch mounted and memories of a lifetime.
A First Mate will be on board to help your trip run smoothly. Mates often work for tips and offering them a 15–20% tip is customary.

The charter boat covers your fishing license for the day, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. If you don't know what to expect, ask Captain Ron

Don't Panic Sportfishing of Boca Raton, FL is your go to offshore sportfishing charter company. If you're ready to try fishing in the active waters of South Florida, off of Boca, we've got you covered aboard Don't Panic. Whether you're an experienced angler looking for that next trophy catch or a family with children, Don't Panic Sportfishing will cater to your needs. With Captain Ron at the helm and 1st Mate Damian, you'll benefit from years of knowledge and experience. Children are welcome, so go ahead and bring the whole family along! And you can't go wrong with bringing snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty belly!

Your trip begins aboard a 47' Buddy Davis offshore sport fisher that is fully equipped with all top of the line tackle and tournament quality gear and everything you need for a productive day on the water. You'll find tournament rated rods, reels, and tackle, along with lures, waiting for you.  Alcohol is welcome to drink in moderation, but it must be in cans, there is no glass bottles allowed on the boat.

Local species include Wahoo, Great Barracuda, Mahi Mahi, King Mackerel, Blackfin and Skipjack Tuna, Bonita, Sailfish, Bull, Hammerhead and Tiger Sharks, Cobia, Amberjack, the occasional Marlin, Swordfish, and more if you cast your line at the right time of year.  We are agents for Grays Taxidermy and can offer you discounts to have your trophy catch mounted and memories of a lifetime.
A First Mate will be on board to help your trip run smoothly. Mates often work for tips and offering them a 15–20% tip is customary.

The charter boat covers your fishing license for the day, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. If you don't know what to expect, ask Captain Ron

Don’t Panic Sport Fishing
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Rating

5.0
7 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

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Bryan Swineford
Bryan Swineford
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great trip
4 Hour Trip – Sport Fishing (7AM) on March 23, 20262 adults3 children

This was a first trip for my 3 teenage daughters, and I think it was a great time for them. Captin Ron and Damien were helpful. We didnt catch much but the sail fish at the end was a highlight for everyone on board. I would recommend going out with them and we will definitely book with them again.

Don’t Panic Sport Fishing
Response from Charter operator

Bryan thank you for the review and it was so much fun meeting you and your family. Had a great day and look forward to having you back. 

Ashley Mueller
Ashley Mueller
Repeat angler
us
Florida, US
Member since 2024
8 trips
5.0
Verified
Great Trolling Fishing Trip
8 Hour Trip – Sport Fishing on March 21, 20266 adults

The boat was large, clean and perfect for our crew of six people. Damien, the first mate was so skilled and an exceptional professional. Ron, the captain, was great to work with and showed us a great experience!

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Blackfin Tuna
Don’t Panic Sport Fishing
Response from Charter operator

Ashley, thank you so much for the great review and always a pleasure having you guys out fishing with us. Hope to see you back next year. 

Chase Jones
Chase Jones
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Awesome Trip
3 Hour Trip – Sport Fishing Noon on April 18, 20266 adults

Captain Ron and Damien got us on some really nice fish. was a great trip, would recommend 100%!!!

Reported catch:
Wahoo
Blackfin Tuna
Don’t Panic Sport Fishing
Response from Charter operator

Chase thank you and a pleasure meeting you guys. Great day for all of us.

Carrie Prusa
Carrie Prusa
Repeat angler
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Ron
4 Hour Trip – Sport Fishing (8AM) on May 15, 20264 adults2 children

Don’t Panic Sport Fishing
Response from Charter operator

Carrie thank you for the great review and fishing with us. See you next time. 😁 Ron

Jeff Whitley
Jeff Whitley
us
Charlotte, NC, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
April fishing trip
3 Hour Trip – Sport Fishing PM on April 17, 20264 adults

Reported catch:
Skipjack Tuna
Don’t Panic Sport Fishing
Response from Charter operator

Jeff, thank you for a great review and it was an absolute pleasure having you guys on the boat with us. Looking forward to the next time. 

FAQs about Don’t Panic Sportfishing – Boca

Don’t Panic Sportfishing – Boca offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $750 per group - 3 Hour Trip – Sport Fishing Noon (3 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 3 Hour Trip – Sport Fishing PM (3 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Sport Fishing (7AM) (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Sport Fishing (8AM) (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Sport Fishing Noon (4 hours)
  • US $1,050 per group - 5 Hour Trip – Sport Fishing Noon (5 hours)
  • US $1,050 per group - 5 Hour Trip – Sportfishing (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Sport Fishing Noon (6 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Sportfishing (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Sport Fishing (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Don’t Panic Sportfishing – Boca, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Fully operational electric head in a private full bathroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia system
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Don’t Panic Sportfishing – Boca include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (We filet, clean and package your catch for you and can refer you to a great restaurant that will also cook your catch for you )
  • First mate (Your First Mate is one of the best on the water and there to help with anything you and your party needs)
  • Fishing license (All of your fishing licenses on Compass under us.)
Don’t Panic Sportfishing – Boca offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Fishing here in South Florida is anywhere between one and typically 3 miles offshore but we do go where the fish are )
  • Wreck fishing
Don’t Panic Sportfishing – Boca offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Kite fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Don’t Panic Sportfishing – Boca include:
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Bonito
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Sailfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Tuna (Skipjack)
  • Wahoo

Your operator

Don’t Panic Sport Fishing
Don’t Panic Sport Fishing
Don’t Panic Sport Fishing

Boca Raton, Florida, United States

215 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
165 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2023

Capt. Ron, owner and operator is a 50-ton USCG captain with experience from Massachusetts to Florida and out to Bimini in delivery and Fishing. He is a captain and angler with a passion for the water. You will fish on a comfortable Post 42' Sportfish and have a great time, lots of fun and sure that Captain Ron and Mate Damian will do everything to put you on the fish.

Our Team
Capt. Ron C.

Capt. Ron C.

Captain

Capt. Lucas C.

Capt. Lucas C.

Captain

Mate Damian W.

Mate Damian W.

First mate

215 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
165 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2023

Capt. Ron, owner and operator is a 50-ton USCG captain with experience from Massachusetts to Florida and out to Bimini in delivery and Fishing. He is a captain and angler with a passion for the water. You will fish on a comfortable Post 42' Sportfish and have a great time, lots of fun and sure that Captain Ron and Mate Damian will do everything to put you on the fish.

Our Team
Capt. Ron C.

Capt. Ron C.

Captain

Capt. Lucas C.

Capt. Lucas C.

Captain

Mate Damian W.

Mate Damian W.

First mate

The fish you can target

Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Skipjack
Skipjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Sailfish
Sailfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Bull Shark
Bull Shark
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Skipjack Tuna
Skipjack Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Skipjack
Skipjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Sailfish
Sailfish

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
47 ft
Year built
1988
Restored in
2022
Boat manufacturer
Buddy Davis
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Detroit
Powered by
2 x 735HP
Max cruising speed
24 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Fishing here in South Florida is anywhere between one and typically 3 miles offshore but we do go where the fish are 
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Kite Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Fully operational electric head in a private full bathroom
Air conditioning
Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Live bait well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Multimedia system
Outriggers
Ice box
Radar

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
We filet, clean and package your catch for you and can refer you to a great restaurant that will also cook your catch for you
First mate
Your First Mate is one of the best on the water and there to help with anything you and your party needs
Fishing license
All of your fishing licenses on Compass under us.

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 agreed upon reservation

Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.

Child friendly
Kids are always welcome
You keep catch
Disabled accessible

How you can pay

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

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Boca Raton right now

Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
BonitoBonito
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
SailfishSailfish
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)
WahooWahoo

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