Kitchen Pass Charters 

4.9/5 (120 reviews)
 
State licensed
 3151 West 10th Street, Panama City, FL 32401, United States

Support your veterans with Kitchen Pass Charters, as you discover the riches of Florida's Panhandle with a captain that spent 22 years in the Air Force.

Captain James Tew fished all his life in freshwater, before discovering the joys of saltwater fishing while stationed in Okinawa. He's never looked back since his passion for scuba diving. He promises to share his enthusiasm and lifetime's worth of experience with you, as he takes you to the prime fishing grounds of the Gulf of America.

Up to 6 guests are welcome aboard the spacious 26' Dusky center console to come diving. A light vessel, she'll whizz to the productive reefs and wrecks in no time, with the GPS, fishfinder, and VHF radio making sure you get on the fish. Bring your own drinks and snacks aboard and make yourself at home. Just make sure to bring your own equipment if you want to go diving.

You're in for a thrilling trip exploring the wrecks and reefs around Panama City beneath the surface with diving equipment.

All Capt. James asks is that you make sure you’re on time for the trip. In case of a delay without notifying the Captain, the trip will be canceled and the deposit will be non-refundable.

But, with such incredible fishing on offer within minutes from leaving the dock, you'll want to get there early to squeeze as much as possible out of your trip with Kitchen Pass Charters. Book now and discover some of the best fishing grounds in the country!

James Tew

Captain

James Tew

9 years of experience
 ID & credentials verified
 responds within an hour

Most popular features:

 Fishing License
 You Keep Catch
 Child Friendly

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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2 hour Dolphin Tour
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
2 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $300 
2 hour Dolphin Tour
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
2 Hour Trip, starts at 10:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $300 
2 Hour Dolphin tour
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
2 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Price for up to 6 people
US $300 
2 hour Dolphin Tour
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
2 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 PM
Price for up to 6 people
US $300 
2 nearshore scuba dive 4 hours
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $450 
2 nearshore scuba dive 4 hours
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Price for up to 6 people
US $450 
3 nearshore scuba dive 6 hours
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $550 
3 nearshore scuba dive 6 hours
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Price for up to 6 people
US $550 
2 offshore scuba dive 5 hours
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $675 
2 spearfishing scuba dive 5 hours
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $675 
2 offshore scuba dive 5 hours
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Price for up to 6 people
US $675 
2 spearfishing scuba dive 5 hours
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Price for up to 6 people
US $675 
3 offshore scuba dive 7 hours
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
7 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $800 
3 spearfishing scuba dive 7 hours
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
7 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Price for up to 6 people
US $800 
3 offshore scuba dive 7 hours
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
7 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Price for up to 6 people
US $800 
3 spearfishing scuba dive 7 hours
FREE Cancellation 60 days notice
7 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Price for up to 6 people
US $800 
There are 24 people looking at this charter.

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 120 reviews
Boat
4.8/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (174)

Perfect start to finish.
Best Charter Yet!
Best Charter Yet!
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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

99%

Appropriate for children

99%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

98%

Caught fish

91%

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Jr M.
Jr M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing trip in July

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4 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (AM) on July 7, 2023

 

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 Jr M. recommends Kitchen Pass Charters
James Tew
James Tew (The Captain)

Gina E.
Gina E.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing trip in June

VERIFIED

5 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (PM) on June 10, 2023

 

 Gina E. recommends Kitchen Pass Charters
James Tew
James Tew (The Captain)

Erica S.
Erica S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing trip in May

VERIFIED

5 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (AM) on May 7, 2023

 

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 Erica S. recommends Kitchen Pass Charters
James Tew
James Tew (The Captain)

Brody P.
Brody P.

Jacksonville, Florida

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

What a great trip with James & Tony!

VERIFIED

2 Hour Trip–Bay Kids Trolling (AM) on April 6, 2023

We had such a wonderful time with Captain James & Captain Tony. They were super communicative ahead of time, letting us know what to bring and where to park. Once it was the day to fish, they picked us up and had everything ready to go. They had coolers with us for any drinks and snacks we brought. We took boys that were very excited to fish and man, did they catch fish! The boat was comfortable for all 6 of us and we felt like we were amongst friends immediately. We caught 33 fish and they even cleaned them for us, when the marina wasn’t open yet. We will definitely be back to fish with them again. Can’t say enough great things about them or the experience!

We had such a wonderful time with Captain James & Captain Tony. They were super communicative ahead of time, letting us know what to bring and where to park. Once it was the day to fish, they picked us up and had everything ready to go. They had coolers with us for any drinks and snacks we brought. We took boys that were very excited to fish and man, did they catch fish! The boat was comfortable for all 6 of us and we felt like we were amongst friends immediately. We caught 33 fish and they...  

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 Brody P. recommends Kitchen Pass Charters
James Tew
James Tew (The Captain)
Replied on April 6, 2023
Thank you, we loved having y'all on the boat. Can't wait until I can get the boys on even bigger fish on the next trip.

Joshua N.
Joshua N.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Perfect start to finish.

VERIFIED

Special 2 hour trip for Joshua Nimmo on March 14, 2024

Communication and experience was just what you want, detailed and timely. Our family of four first timers had a great time in the bay and caught just the right amount of fish, everyone had chances on the rods and great photo opp at the end before cleaning the fish and bagging it on the spot. Would def go again and recommend! Thanks

Communication and experience was just what you want, detailed and timely. Our family of four first timers had a great time in the bay and caught just the right amount of fish, everyone had chances on the rods and great photo opp at the end before cleaning the fish and bagging it on the spot. Would def go again and recommend! Thanks  

 Joshua N. recommends Kitchen Pass Charters
James Tew
James Tew (The Captain)
Replied on March 14, 2024
Thank you so much. We loved having y'all on the boat. Can't wait for the next time. Thank you for your service.
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FAQs about Kitchen Pass Charters

What are the trip rates for Kitchen Pass Charters?

Kitchen Pass Charters offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $300 per group - 2 hour Dolphin Tour (2 hours)
  • US $300 per group - 2 hour Dolphin Tour (2 hours)
  • US $300 per group - 2 Hour Dolphin tour (2 hours)
  • US $300 per group - 2 hour Dolphin Tour (2 hours)
  • US $450 per group - 2 nearshore scuba dive 4 hours (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group - 2 nearshore scuba dive 4 hours (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group - 3 nearshore scuba dive 6 hours (6 hours)
  • US $550 per group - 3 nearshore scuba dive 6 hours (6 hours)
  • US $675 per group - 2 offshore scuba dive 5 hours (5 hours)
  • US $675 per group - 2 offshore scuba dive 5 hours (5 hours)
  • US $675 per group - 2 spearfishing scuba dive 5 hours (5 hours)
  • US $675 per group - 2 spearfishing scuba dive 5 hours (5 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 3 offshore scuba dive 7 hours (7 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 3 offshore scuba dive 7 hours (7 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 3 spearfishing scuba dive 7 hours (7 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 3 spearfishing scuba dive 7 hours (7 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Kitchen Pass Charters?

When you book a trip with Kitchen Pass Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
What's included in the trip price with Kitchen Pass Charters?

Trips booked with Kitchen Pass Charters include:

  • Fishing License
What types of fishing does Kitchen Pass Charters offer?

Kitchen Pass Charters offers the following types of fishing:

  • Nearshore Fishing (No Federal permits/ State regulations apply )
  • Offshore Fishing (No Federal permits/ State regulations apply )
  • Reef Fishing (No Federal permits/ State regulations apply )
  • Wreck Fishing (No Federal permits/ State regulations apply )
What fishing techniques does Kitchen Pass Charters offer?

Kitchen Pass Charters offers the following fishing technique:

  • Spearfishing
Which fish species can I catch with Kitchen Pass Charters?

Top targeted fish species with Kitchen Pass Charters include:

  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Jack (Almaco)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Spanish Mackerel

Your captain

James Tew

Panama City, Florida, United States

1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
120 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since October 2016

I have fished all my life in mostly freshwater until I was stationed in Okinawa with the Air Force, where I fell in love with scuba diving. Stationed here in Florida's Panhandle, I took up saltwater fishing and found I have a knack for it. After almost 22 years in the Air Force I decided to retire and start a charter with the two hobbies I fell in love with: fishing and diving.

The fish you can target

Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Red Grouper
Red Grouper
Almaco Jack
Almaco Jack
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
1989
Boat manufacturer
Dusky
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
32 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing

No Federal permits/ State regulations apply

Offshore Fishing

No Federal permits/ State regulations apply

Reef Fishing

No Federal permits/ State regulations apply

Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Spearfishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS

Fishfinder

What’s included in the trip price

Fishing License

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 60 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 60 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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

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

Child Friendly

You Keep Catch

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

 Checks

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Panama City right now

Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
24 people are looking at this charter.