Southern Hooker Fishing Charters 

4.5
(72 reviews)
 3605 Thomas Drive, Panama City Beach, FL 32408, United States

Southern Hooker Fishing Charters 

Panama City Beach, FL, United States
41 ft
6
4.5
(72 reviews)

“Southern Hooker Fishing Charters” provides ultimate bottom fishing in the bountiful waters surrounding Panama City Beach! Captains Nick Eyles and Robert Markham are in charge and work hard to make sure you have a memorable fishing experience in the Gulf of Mexico.

Hop aboard a 41’ Hatteras, a classic sportfishing vessel, ideal for exploring offshore waters. She’s the ideal choice for up to 6 anglers who all want to cast from the large deck at the same time. She’s equipped with the latest in marine electronics, including GPS and Fish Finder, and even has a full toilet so you won’t have to make any stops.

Whether you’re trolling or bottom fishing you’ll definitely want to strap into the fighting chair to reel in the big ones! We’re talking Mahi Mahi, Tuna, and a variety of delicious Grouper and Snapper. Captains Nick and Robert both have federal fishing licenses so on longer trips you’ll explore productive waters up to 50 miles out.

The crew works hard to make sure you have a good time and provide all of the gear and live bait you need for a successful day. If you’re happy with the service, a 15 to 20% tip is customary. Bring along any drinks and snacks you’d like to enjoy and feel free to store them in the onboard cooler.

Reap the rewards of fishing in the Gulf of Mexico aboard Southern Hooker Fishing Charters!

“Southern Hooker Fishing Charters” provides ultimate bottom fishing in the bountiful waters surrounding Panama City Beach! Captains Nick Eyles and Robert Markham are in charge and work hard to make sure you have a memorable fishing experience in the Gulf of Mexico.

Hop aboard a 41’ Hatteras, a classic sportfishing vessel, ideal for exploring offshore waters. She’s the ideal choice for up to 6 anglers who all want to cast from the large deck at the same time. She’s equipped with the latest in marine electronics, including GPS and Fish Finder, and even has a full toilet so you won’t have to make any stops.

Whether you’re trolling or bottom fishing you’ll definitely want to strap into the fighting chair to reel in the big ones! We’re talking Mahi Mahi, Tuna, and a variety of delicious Grouper and Snapper. Captains Nick and Robert both have federal fishing licenses so on longer trips you’ll explore productive waters up to 50 miles out.

The crew works hard to make sure you have a good time and provide all of the gear and live bait you need for a successful day. If you’re happy with the service, a 15 to 20% tip is customary. Bring along any drinks and snacks you’d like to enjoy and feel free to store them in the onboard cooler.

Reap the rewards of fishing in the Gulf of Mexico aboard Southern Hooker Fishing Charters!

Nicholas Eyles
Captain
Nicholas Eyles
11 years of experience
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5 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
5 hour trip starts at 4:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Sep 5 - Jun 1
US $1,250
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Aug 1 - May 31
US $1,500
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Sep 4
US $1,500
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Aug 1 - May 31
US $1,500
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Sep 4
US $1,500
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 5 - Jun 1
US $2,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Sep 4
US $2,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Sep 5 - Jun 1
US $2,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Sep 4
US $2,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
10 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 5 - Jun 1
US $2,500
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
10 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Sep 4
US $2,500
Entire boat: up to 6 people
12 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
12 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Sep 4
US $3,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

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Rating

4.5
72 reviews
4.4
Boat & equipment
4.7
Captain & crew
4.6
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (72)

What anglers say

91%
Great experience
89%
Family friendly
96%
Friendly captain
89%
Good boat
89%
Recommended
84%
Caught fish

All reviews (72)

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Chris Brownlee
Chris Brownlee
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2023
5.0
Verified
June fishing trip
10 Hour Trip on June 23, 20235 adults

Couldn’t have asked for a better Captain a deck hand. We caught a bunch of Bonita and some Mahi trolling . Unfortunately the weather had been bad all week bad tides, moon light was terrible all week just a rough week for anyone.Captain Nicholas did everything he possibly could to put us on fish. Great Captain knows the area well a knows what he is doing couldn’t ask for more.But we weren’t the fondly people having a tough day on the ocean. The deck hand worked his tail off staying busy the whole day he go places in life he is gonna be one that you hate loosing but love watching succeed. Next time the family and I are in florida definitely found our permanent fishing with Southern Hooker. Can’t wait to go back out with Captain Nicholas again

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Justin Paschall
Justin Paschall
Repeat angler
us
Missouri, US
Member since 2020
3 trips
5.0
Verified
10 hour trip
10 Hour Trip on July 19, 20213 adults

Captain had us on fish all day! We limited out on red snapper and caught several other vermillion snapper and white snapper! The triggerfish were biting like crazy, and we unfortunately couldn’t keep those! First mate Colby was awesome as well! He made sure the trip was enjoyable and we constantly had bait on our hooks! Would definitely go out with these guys again!

Nicholas Eyles
Response from Captain

Thank you! It was a pleasure to take you fishing, and we hope you’ll fish with us again!

Paul Reaux
Paul Reaux
Repeat angler
us
Louisiana, US
Member since 2019
6 trips
4.7
Verified
6hr Trip
6 Hour Trip (AM) on May 25, 20214 adults

Great trip. Full moon night before so fishing wasn't great but we managed to catch about 12-15 keepers. Captain and deck hand were great. Cabin could've been a little cleaner. Go to use the head and there was just a bunch of junk visible to us. Not appealing to someone who's spending that kind of money for a fishing trip. Makes you wonder if this is how they care for their belongings then how reliable will the boat be? But all in all it was a great trip.

Lori White
Lori White
Repeat angler
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2023
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Fishing trip in June
8 Hour Trip (AM) on June 16, 20235 adults1 child

Codi Weter
Codi Weter
us
Missouri, US
Member since 2020
5.0
Verified
5 hours of greatness!
5 Hour Trip on June 21, 20202 adults2 children

We went out today with our 2 kids(6,11) Captain Nick and his deck hand Stephen were absolutely amazing! Not only did they put us on fish. Steve went above and beyond to help our youngest catch some fish and have an experience he will never forget. He also worked with our oldest and helped him get some fish in the boat. This crew was very patient with us and went the extra mile to make sure we had a great time. We highly recommend them!

Nicholas Eyles
Response from Captain

It was an absolute pleasure to take you fishing! We hope to see you again soon!

FAQs about Southern Hooker Fishing Charters

Southern Hooker Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,250 per group - 5 Hour Trip (5 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - 6 Hour Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - 6 Hour Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - 6 Hour Trip (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - 6 Hour Trip (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group - 8 Hour Trip (AM) (8 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group - 8 Hour Trip (AM) (8 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group - 8 Hour Trip (PM) (8 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group - 8 Hour Trip (PM) (8 hours)
  • US $2,500 per group - 10 Hour Trip (10 hours)
  • US $2,500 per group - 10 Hour Trip (10 hours)
  • US $3,000 per group - 12 Hour Trip (12 hours)
When you book a trip with Southern Hooker Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Southern Hooker Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • First mate (It is customary to tip the First Mate 15 - 20%.)
  • Fishing license
Southern Hooker Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (12 - 50 miles)
Southern Hooker Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Southern Hooker Fishing Charters include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Shark (Lemon)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tuna (Blackfin)

Your captain

Nicholas Eyles
Nicholas Eyles

Panama City Beach, Florida, United States

1 Fishing Report
72 Customer reviews
Member since July 2016

Captain Robert Markham has over 40 years of fishing expertise in the waters around Panama City Beach. He is happy to help even novice fishermen bring home a great catch. Lucky for you, you'll head up to 50 miles out since the boat is federally licensed. You'll have the fishery all to yourself in the remote and productive deep surrounding this Florida fishing haven. Hop aboard and see for yourself!

Nicholas Eyles
Nicholas Eyles
1
reports
72
reviews
2016
member since
Captain Robert Markham has over 40 years of fishing expertise in the waters around Panama City Beach. He is happy to help even novice fishermen bring home a great catch. Lucky for you, you'll head up to 50 miles out since the boat is federally licensed. You'll have the fishery all to yourself in the remote and productive deep surrounding this Florida fishing haven. Hop aboard and see for yourself!

The fish you can target

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Bull Shark
Bull Shark
Lemon Shark
Lemon Shark
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Bull Shark
Bull Shark

Real catches by this captain

  • Great trip!!
    David T.
    David T.
  • Sunset view
    Doreen P.
    Doreen P.
  • July fishing trip
    Cornelieus D.
    Cornelieus D.
  • Fishing with Nicholas
    Dan R.
    Dan R.
  • Fishing with Nicholas
    Gary A.
    Gary A.
  • If you come to Panama City and don't pick up a Southern Hooker, you made a mistake
    Kenneth R.
    Kenneth R.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
41 ft
Year built
1963
Boat manufacturer
Hatteras
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
2 x 270HP

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
12 - 50 miles

Which fishing techniques you can try

Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Air conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Live bait well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
First mate
It is customary to tip the First Mate 15 - 20%.
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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

 Checks

What’s biting in Panama City Beach right now

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Vermilion)Snapper (Vermilion)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)

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