Gulf Wrangler Charters 

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

Gulf Wrangler Charters 

Panama City, FL, United States
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24 ft
6
5.0
(18 reviews)

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Gulf Wrangler Charters is all about fishing the stunning waters of Panama City. With Captain Christian at the helm, you'll benefit from years of knowledge and experience.

These waters are known for Red Snapper, Vermilion Snapper, Red Grouper,  King Mackerel (Kingfish), Lane Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Redfish, Gag Grouper, Mahi Mahi, Spanish Mackerel, and more – with any luck, you'll have tight lines in no time. During the trip you might be light tackle fishing, trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Trips with Gulf Wrangler Charters are great for kids, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! There will be child size and adult life vest on on board. Also remember to bring snacks so that everyone stays happy and energized!

Your vessel for the day is a 24' Carolina Skiff center console with capacity for 6 passengers. It comes with all the essentials. Rods, reels, and tackle are included, along with lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

There's no need to buy a fishing license, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

Don't leave home without sunscreen, sunglasses, and your beverage of choice. Water is included, free of charge. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now, time to hit the water with Gulf Wrangler Charters!

Gulf Wrangler Charters is all about fishing the stunning waters of Panama City. With Captain Christian at the helm, you'll benefit from years of knowledge and experience.

These waters are known for Red Snapper, Vermilion Snapper, Red Grouper,  King Mackerel (Kingfish), Lane Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Redfish, Gag Grouper, Mahi Mahi, Spanish Mackerel, and more – with any luck, you'll have tight lines in no time. During the trip you might be light tackle fishing, trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Trips with Gulf Wrangler Charters are great for kids, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! There will be child size and adult life vest on on board. Also remember to bring snacks so that everyone stays happy and energized!

Your vessel for the day is a 24' Carolina Skiff center console with capacity for 6 passengers. It comes with all the essentials. Rods, reels, and tackle are included, along with lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

There's no need to buy a fishing license, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

Don't leave home without sunscreen, sunglasses, and your beverage of choice. Water is included, free of charge. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but you should avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now, time to hit the water with Gulf Wrangler Charters!

Christian Gilbert
Captain
Christian Gilbert
7 years of experience
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3 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bay Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Black Drum
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
+2
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bay Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Black Drum
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
+2
US $800
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM)
Snapper (Red)
Triggerfish (Gray)
Snapper (Vermilion)
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Snapper (Red)
Triggerfish (Gray)
Snapper (Vermilion)
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Amberjack
Snapper (Red)
Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Red)
+2
US $1,600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
10 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Amberjack
Snapper (Red)
Grouper (Gag)
Grouper (Red)
+2
US $2,000
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

5.0
18 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (27)

Reviews (18)

  • Jeff Richardson
    Jeff Richardson
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Trolling & Jigging won the day!

    3 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bay Fishing - 2:00 PM on March 25, 2026 • 4 adults

    My son(15) & I booked a last minute 3 hour trip with Christian. He did a great job getting us on the Spanish Mackeral for the first hour with 8 in the boat. He recognized after a few empty runs that it was time to move onto the Sheepshead. BOOM! My son pull up several grunt and I reeled in a PIG of a Sheepshead near the jetty. Christian cleaned the fish back at the docks and recommended Dat Cajun & J Michael. Blackened Spanish were our favorite. Thanks for a great afternoon of fishing in spite of my son & I being intermediate/beginner anglers.

  • Benjamin Beringer
    Benjamin Beringer
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified
    New

    Great trip!

    5 Hour Trip on September 14, 2026 • 2 adults

    A buddy and I had a great trip with these guys. We both caught our limits of red snapper, red grouper, and trigger. Plus they put us on a couple other species of snapper as well. We are very happy with our experience and had a great time.

  • Kelsey Lane
    Kelsey Lane
    Repeat angler
    us
    Arkansas, US
    Member since 2024
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great time wranglin in some biggies!

    3 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bay Fishing - 2:00 PM on July 2, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

    Highly recommend! Capt was super chill & friendly. He was wonderful with my boys all while working hard & making sure they got some fish in the boat! They absolutely LOVE fishing & they were beyond thrilled with our Capt & their fishing trip! So much so my 10 yr old said he could fish with him all day everyday ☺️ We will 100 percent be booking with the Gulf Wrangler crew again next vaca!

  • Liz Haynes
    Liz Haynes
    Member since 2026
    5.0

    4 Hr Trolling with Captain Gilbert

    4 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bay Fishing - 10:00 AM on March 1, 2026

    We booked a trip with Gulf Wrangler Charters and had a great experience. The captain was knowledgeable, easy to fish with, and put us on quality fish. He was patient, knowledgeable, and clearly knows these waters inside and out. The boat was clean and well run, and everything felt organized and relaxed, my family had a great time!! If you’re looking for a solid charter with someone who knows the local waters and works hard to get you on fish, I’d definitely recommend Gulf Wrangler Charters.

  • Jeffrey Collins
    Jeffrey Collins
    Repeat angler
    us
    Tennessee, US
    Member since 2022
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    best trip I've ever been on

    6 Hour Trip on June 24, 2026 • 3 adults

    if I could give this man a 10 star review I would he put us on fish within an hour after we started and we were almost at our limit by the 3hr mark of a 6hr trip then he just took us to do some fun sport fishing. I would highly recommend booking with this charter as we will do again in he future.

  • Vicente Balderas
    Vicente Balderas
    Repeat angler
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip all around

    5 Hour Trip - 10:00 AM on July 4, 2026 • 6 adults • 3 children

    Even though itwas tough fishing conditions we were put on fish from the moment the lines dropped. we caught multiple species. Even though we couldn't keep most because of being out of seaso, we still brought home a nice haul and we all had a blast! Highly recommend!

  • Stephen Carnahan
    Stephen Carnahan
    Repeat angler
    us
    Kentucky, US
    Member since 2022
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing experience

    5 Hour Trip on June 29, 2026 • 3 adults • 2 children

    we have booked many chartes and Gulf Angler Charters gave us the best fishing experience we have had yet. I definitely recommend them for anyone looking for a captain that will go above and beyond to deliver a memorable fishing trip.

  • Caitlyn Stafford
    Caitlyn Stafford
    Member since 2026
    5.0

    5 hour trip with Gulf Wrangler Charters

    5 Hour Trip on March 10, 2026

    My family and I had an incredible trip with Gulf Wrangler Charters! They were very friendly and patient with us. They showed us all we needed to know to catch fish. We caught fish all day and loved every minute. We would absolutely recommend Gulf Wrangler Charters to anyone who wants to get out there!!

  • Jeremy Smith
    Jeremy Smith
    Repeat angler
    us
    Indiana, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    asked to catch some big ones he did not disappoint

    3 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bay Fishing - 2:00 PM on July 3, 2026 • 4 adults

    we had a good time caught some big fish would recommend and plan to charter you guys again in the future

  • J K
    J K
    us
    Washington D.C., US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great time for dads with 9yo sons

    5 Hour Trip on August 12, 2026 • 6 adults • 3 children

    Our boys has a great time out on the water! Thanks for the fun day!

Rating

5.0
18 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (27)

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Jeff Richardson
Jeff Richardson
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Trolling & Jigging won the day!
3 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bay Fishing - 2:00 PM on March 25, 2026 • 4 adults

My son(15) & I booked a last minute 3 hour trip with Christian. He did a great job getting us on the Spanish Mackeral for the first hour with 8 in the boat. He recognized after a few empty runs that it was time to move onto the Sheepshead. BOOM! My son pull up several grunt and I reeled in a PIG of a Sheepshead near the jetty. Christian cleaned the fish back at the docks and recommended Dat Cajun & J Michael. Blackened Spanish were our favorite. Thanks for a great afternoon of fishing in spite of my son & I being intermediate/beginner anglers.

Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Christian Gilbert
Response from Captain

Had a great time with you guys! Glad you enjoyed the fish and hope we get to do it again.

Benjamin Beringer
Benjamin Beringer
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
New
Great trip!
5 Hour Trip on September 14, 2026 • 2 adults

A buddy and I had a great trip with these guys. We both caught our limits of red snapper, red grouper, and trigger. Plus they put us on a couple other species of snapper as well. We are very happy with our experience and had a great time.

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Gray Triggerfish
Vermilion Snapper
Kelsey Lane
Kelsey Lane
Repeat angler
us
Arkansas, US
Member since 2024
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Great time wranglin in some biggies!
3 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bay Fishing - 2:00 PM on July 2, 2026 • 2 adults • 2 children

Highly recommend! Capt was super chill & friendly. He was wonderful with my boys all while working hard & making sure they got some fish in the boat! They absolutely LOVE fishing & they were beyond thrilled with our Capt & their fishing trip! So much so my 10 yr old said he could fish with him all day everyday ☺️ We will 100 percent be booking with the Gulf Wrangler crew again next vaca!

Reported catch:
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Christian Gilbert
Response from Captain

i had a great time with y’all. Hope to see y’all again.

FishingBooker Member
FishingBooker Member
Member since 2026
5.0
4 Hr Trolling with Captain Gilbert
4 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bay Fishing - 10:00 AM on March 1, 2026

We booked a trip with Gulf Wrangler Charters and had a great experience. The captain was knowledgeable, easy to fish with, and put us on quality fish. He was patient, knowledgeable, and clearly knows these waters inside and out. The boat was clean and well run, and everything felt organized and relaxed, my family had a great time!! If you’re looking for a solid charter with someone who knows the local waters and works hard to get you on fish, I’d definitely recommend Gulf Wrangler Charters.

Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Redfish
Christian Gilbert
Response from Captain

Thank you for the great review! We really appreciate your business.

Christi Fowler
Christi Fowler
Repeat angler
us
South Carolina, US
Member since 2023
2 trips
5.0
Verified
it was awesome!!!
5 Hour Trip - 10:00 AM on July 7, 2026 • 1 adult

We went out to catch red snapper and grouper. First cast,big red grouper!!!. next we hit a group of mahi mahi. We made our limit, 10 apiece, so fast!. It was perfect. Our Captain was so great at keeping our pole baited, and so kind, when I started feeling a little sick. I will definitely pick Gulf Wranglers again.

Christian Gilbert
Response from Captain

thank you Christi! glad yall had fun and hope to see y’all again!

FAQs about Gulf Wrangler Charters

Gulf Wrangler Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $600 per group, additional US $80 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bay Fishing (3 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $80 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bay Fishing - 12:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $80 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bay Fishing - 2:00 PM (3 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $80 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bay Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $80 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bay Fishing - 12:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $80 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bay Fishing - 2:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $80 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip (5 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $80 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip - 10:00 AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $80 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip - 12:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $80 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip - 2:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $80 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $80 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Trip - 10:00 AM (6 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $80 per person after 4 guests - 6 Hour Trip - 12:00 PM (6 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $80 per person after 4 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (8 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $80 per person after 4 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing - 10:00 AM (8 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group, additional US $80 per person after 4 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing - 12:00 PM (8 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group, additional US $80 per person after 4 guests - 10 Hour Trip (10 hours)
When you book a trip with Gulf Wrangler Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Gulf Wrangler Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (We will provide all the bait needed to fish.)
  • Lures
  • Drinks (Bottled Water)
  • Fishing license (Fishing license is included in the price and covers all guests.)
Gulf Wrangler Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (We will go up to 9 miles offshore.)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
  • Flats fishing
Gulf Wrangler Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
Top targeted fish species with Gulf Wrangler Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Bonito
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Spanish Mackerel

Your captain

Christian Gilbert
Christian Gilbert
Panama City, Florida, United States
ID & license verified
18 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2026
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.
What started as a passion quickly turned into a calling. I founded Gulf Wrangler Charters with one goal in mind: to give others the kind of unforgettable fishing experiences I grew up loving. Whether I'm guiding a first-time angler through their first catch or helping experienced anglers target quality fish, I take pride in creating trips that are exciting, safe, and memorable. I'm known for my patience, strong work ethic, and knowledge of local fishing patterns. I'm dedicated to making every trip enjoyable; from families with kids to serious anglers chasing their next personal best.
Christian Gilbert
Christian Gilbert
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
18
reviews
2026
member since
~1h
response
What started as a passion quickly turned into a calling. I founded Gulf Wrangler Charters with one goal in mind: to give others the kind of unforgettable fishing experiences I grew up loving. Whether I'm guiding a first-time angler through their first catch or helping experienced anglers target quality fish, I take pride in creating trips that are exciting, safe, and memorable. I'm known for my patience, strong work ethic, and knowledge of local fishing patterns. I'm dedicated to making every trip enjoyable; from families with kids to serious anglers chasing their next personal best.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Bonito
Bonito
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Lane Snapper
Lane Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Black Drum
Black Drum
Bonito
Bonito
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper

Real catches by this captain

  • Great trip!
    Benjamin B.
    Benjamin B.
  • Great time for dads with 9yo sons
    J K.
    J K.
  • Great trip all around
    Vicente B.
    Vicente B.
  • Great trip for young kids!
    Evan F.
    Evan F.
  • Amazing experience
    Stephen C.
    Stephen C.
  • Fishing with Christian
    James B.
    James B.
  • best trip I've ever been on
    Jeffrey C.
    Jeffrey C.
  • Trolling & Jigging won the day!
    Jeff R.
    Jeff R.
  • chill and relaxed
    Cameron M.
    Cameron M.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2023
Boat manufacturer
Carolina Skiff
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
43 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
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
We will provide all the bait needed to fish.
Lures
Drinks
Bottled Water
Fishing license
Fishing license is included in the price and covers all guests.

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
This is fun for all ages, but no infant babies please.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Pay online in full
Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.
No additional fees.
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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Panama City right now

BonitoBonito
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel

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