Panhandle Pursuit LBSF – Pensacola 

4.8/5 (2 reviews)
 Florida 399, Escambia County, FL 32561, United States

Panhandle Pursuit LBSF – Pensacola 

Escambia County, FL, United States
50
4.8/5 (2 reviews)

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Ready to battle powerful sharks right from the beach? Capt Ricardo, owner of Panhandle Pursuit Shark Charters delivers an unforgettable land-based shark fishing adventure across the Florida Panhandle, including Panama City, Santa Rosa Beach, Destin, Fort Walton Beach, Navarre, and Pensacola.

If you’ve ever dreamed of fighting a true ocean predator off the beach while also finding someone thats serious and driven with passion for the sport, this is your chance! I have spent the majority of my life fishing on these beaches and know the local shark fishery very well. While with the crew and I you may encounter a wide range of species including the legendary Great White shark. You’ll pursue these powerful predators using custom heavy-duty shark tackle designed for serious battles, including Tiagra 130 reels, our own line and leaders, and fresh massive baits weighing up to 40 pounds. Every setup is built to handle all of the ocean’s toughest apex predators. When people say they can take out baits in 7ft waves in stormy windy conditions, they're talking about me. I have successfully landed two 1000+ lbs great white sharks in a day with my friends on my free time. I love catching sharks for familys and am also a family friendly charter, no matter the age. Safety is always a priority for the clients and the sharks. I make sure everything works more than perfect for my clients, Ensuring all my clients I work hard to get everyone sharks for there trip and also ensuring a fun, safe, and memorable experience. All fishing licenses, shark permits, rods, reels, tackle, and bait are included also with a case of water that is provided for all trips. I can bring your group up to 10 chairs so make sure you speak with me beforehand for how many are needed for your trip. All you need to do is bring food, relax, and get ready for the fight of a lifetime. Come fish with the experts of land based shark fishing.

Message Capt Ricardo today to reserve your land based shark fishing pursuit.

Ready to battle powerful sharks right from the beach? Capt Ricardo, owner of Panhandle Pursuit Shark Charters delivers an unforgettable land-based shark fishing adventure across the Florida Panhandle, including Panama City, Santa Rosa Beach, Destin, Fort Walton Beach, Navarre, and Pensacola.

If you’ve ever dreamed of fighting a true ocean predator off the beach while also finding someone thats serious and driven with passion for the sport, this is your chance! I have spent the majority of my life fishing on these beaches and know the local shark fishery very well. While with the crew and I you may encounter a wide range of species including the legendary Great White shark. You’ll pursue these powerful predators using custom heavy-duty shark tackle designed for serious battles, including Tiagra 130 reels, our own line and leaders, and fresh massive baits weighing up to 40 pounds. Every setup is built to handle all of the ocean’s toughest apex predators. When people say they can take out baits in 7ft waves in stormy windy conditions, they're talking about me. I have successfully landed two 1000+ lbs great white sharks in a day with my friends on my free time. I love catching sharks for familys and am also a family friendly charter, no matter the age. Safety is always a priority for the clients and the sharks. I make sure everything works more than perfect for my clients, Ensuring all my clients I work hard to get everyone sharks for there trip and also ensuring a fun, safe, and memorable experience. All fishing licenses, shark permits, rods, reels, tackle, and bait are included also with a case of water that is provided for all trips. I can bring your group up to 10 chairs so make sure you speak with me beforehand for how many are needed for your trip. All you need to do is bring food, relax, and get ready for the fight of a lifetime. Come fish with the experts of land based shark fishing.

Message Capt Ricardo today to reserve your land based shark fishing pursuit.

Ricardo Otero Morales
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4 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing Pursuit
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 PM, 7:00 PM)
Grouper (Goliath)
Shark (Hammerhead)
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Mako)
+8
US $600
Private tour: up to 50 people
6 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing Pursuit
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 PM, 7:00 PM)
Grouper (Goliath)
Shark (Hammerhead)
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Mako)
+8
US $800
Private tour: up to 50 people
8 Hour Trip – Monster Shark Pursuit
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 PM, 7:00 PM)
Grouper (Goliath)
Shark (Hammerhead)
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Mako)
+8
US $1,000
Private tour: up to 50 people
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4.8
2 reviews
4.5
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
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Clinton Morgan
Clinton Morgan
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Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
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Alotta fun for all
4 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing Pursuit on June 9, 20262 adults4 children

Highly recommend Pandandle Pursuit for your shark fishing expedition from shore. Caught a 5-foot bull shark. My two sons and niece had a great time. Charter boats are cool, but this was safe and “alotta fun for all.”

Reported catch:
Bull Shark
Ricardo Otero Morales
Response from Captain

Thank you guys for the review and fkr booking with panhandle pursuit, i really appreciate it! My group and i had an amazing time with you guys and am looking forward to getting some more sharks with you guys in the future, thank you again!!!

Susan Wheeler
Susan Wheeler
us
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
Tried hard…
4 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing Pursuit on March 30, 20268 adults

Ricardo tried really hard to land us a shark, unfortunately the weather and sharks didn’t cooperate. If back in the area, we would book with him and try again!

Ricardo Otero Morales
Response from Captain

Thank you guys for booking with panhandle pursuit! I really appreciate you guys leaving a review and am looking forward to taking you guys out again and landing some sharks!

FAQs about Panhandle Pursuit LBSF – Pensacola

Panhandle Pursuit LBSF – Pensacola offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing Pursuit (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing Pursuit - 7:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing Pursuit (6 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing Pursuit - 7:00 PM (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Monster Shark Pursuit (8 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Monster Shark Pursuit - 7:00 PM (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Panhandle Pursuit LBSF – Pensacola, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet most public beaches have bathrooms
  • Fighting chair Fighting harness
Trips booked with Panhandle Pursuit LBSF – Pensacola include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (all bait is provided)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (case of water)
  • Fishing license
Panhandle Pursuit LBSF – Pensacola offers the following type of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing (on the besch)
Panhandle Pursuit LBSF – Pensacola offers the following fishing technique:
  • Heavy tackle
Top targeted fish species with Panhandle Pursuit LBSF – Pensacola include:
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Shark (Atlantic Sharpnose)
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bonnethead)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Shark (Hammerhead)
  • Shark (Lemon)
  • Shark (Mako)
  • Shark (Nurse)
  • Shark (Sandbar)
  • Shark (Thresher)
  • Shark (Tiger)

Your captain

Ricardo Otero Morales
Ricardo Otero Morales
Ricardo Otero Morales

Escambia County, Florida, United States

8 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
26 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.

Welcome to Panhandle Pursuit Shark Charters, I am Capt. Ricardo. I run land based shark fishing trips all over the panhandle of Florida, from Panama City all the way down to Pensacola beach. I love shark fishing with a great passion and have much love for all marine life. My goal is to show my clients that sharks are gentle giants and to keep them safe and protected for our ocean. I will demonstrate techniques and tips, while answering any questions provided to me, so don't be shy, I won't bite. I am also a family friendly service and love teaching kids about sharks so get them on the sand with me or I can come to where you're located and fish from your beach house, condo, Airbnb, you name it. I have attended multiple events on the beach for clients and will be honored to come out to yours. I have been fishing since I was little and have obtained tons of knowledge throughout the years, with the best possibility to catch sharks from the beaches of the panhandle. The best way to learn from me is to join me on the sand and experience catching sharks with me yourself. With that being said book a trip and come catch some sharks with me !!!

8 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
26 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.

Welcome to Panhandle Pursuit Shark Charters, I am Capt. Ricardo. I run land based shark fishing trips all over the panhandle of Florida, from Panama City all the way down to Pensacola beach. I love shark fishing with a great passion and have much love for all marine life. My goal is to show my clients that sharks are gentle giants and to keep them safe and protected for our ocean. I will demonstrate techniques and tips, while answering any questions provided to me, so don't be shy, I won't bite. I am also a family friendly service and love teaching kids about sharks so get them on the sand with me or I can come to where you're located and fish from your beach house, condo, Airbnb, you name it. I have attended multiple events on the beach for clients and will be honored to come out to yours. I have been fishing since I was little and have obtained tons of knowledge throughout the years, with the best possibility to catch sharks from the beaches of the panhandle. The best way to learn from me is to join me on the sand and experience catching sharks with me yourself. With that being said book a trip and come catch some sharks with me !!!

The fish you can target

Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Atlantic Sharpnose Shark
Atlantic Sharpnose Shark
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Bull Shark
Bull Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Lemon Shark
Lemon Shark
Mako Shark
Mako Shark
Nurse Shark
Nurse Shark
Sandbar Shark
Sandbar Shark
Thresher Shark
Thresher Shark
Tiger Shark
Tiger Shark
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Atlantic Sharpnose Shark
Atlantic Sharpnose Shark
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Bull Shark
Bull Shark

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
on the besch

Which fishing techniques you can try

Heavy Tackle

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
most public beaches have bathrooms
Fighting chair
Fighting harness

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
all bait is provided
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
case of water
Fishing license

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
all ages are welcome
You keep catch
Fillet service comes with trip, no extra charge
Catch and release allowed
Catch and release mandatory
prohibited species only

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

 Checks

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