REEL Viking Charters 

4.9/5 (245 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Big Daddy Drive 6325, Panama City Beach, FL 32407, United States

REEL Viking Charters 

 
State licensed
4.9/5 (245)
 Angler's Choice
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Big Daddy Drive 6325
Panama City Beach, FL, United States
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REEL Viking Charters takes you fishing out of Panama City, FL. Captain John will make sure you have an enjoyable day on the water. No matter how experienced you are, you'll find a worthy opponent around these fisheries. Come chase Spanish Mackerel and Shark, or go after Snapper, Grouper, Amberjack, and Mahi.

Captain John has been fishing for 25 years and has been taking people fishing forever. He is local to the area and loves seeing his customers get their dream catch. Your safety onboard is Captain John's top priority and he will also work to turn your fishing trip into a lasting memory. You will decide how you want to spend the day on the water but the captain will help out with any questions about techniques and species available.

You will be fishing from a 28' Cape Horn center console powered by twin 300 HP Yamaha engines. She features navigational electronics and has room for up to six anglers. The boat features a live bait well, has a large ice box, carries Penn gear, as well as one electric reel for the elderly or anglers with disabilities when requested.

Fishing trips with Capt. John will see you fishing inshore and offshore. You can choose to explore inshore fisheries or head into the gulf slow trolling for Mackerel, or bottom fishing for Snapper and Grouper.

You can purchase live bait on board. Catch cleaning may be available, but you best talk to the captain about it. Trips normally leave out of Bayside Marina on Panama City Beach, but pickups at other areas may be arranged. The captain also runs specials throughout the year, so please check back.

REEL Viking Charters can accommodate anglers of any level of fishing experience. You can use all types of bait and fishing styles to get the best chance for the best catch. Capt. John will work to make you happy and give you a trip of a lifetime. Hope you come back again to go after a bigger one! Fishing it's what we do.

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Rating

4.9
245 reviews
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4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (325)

a great trip
Our second time!!
Our second time!!
Our second time!!
Our second time!!
Our second time!!
+319

What anglers say

99%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

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Heather Rauch
Heather Rauch
5.0
Verified
New
Our second time!!
5hr fun run on March 19, 20262 adults2 children
This was our second time booking with REEL Viking Charter (first time with Captain John John and Tyler, second time with Captain Tyler and Captain Wade), and my kids and I had a blast! From the first line being dropped, my kids were reeling in fish. They were both so wonderful with my kiddos. We ended up with 22 fish, but we caught and released several more than that even. I highly recommend these guys and plan to book again for future visits to PCB!
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Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Gray Triggerfish
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Shazlyn Tays
Shazlyn Tays
5.0
Verified
New
best fishing trip ever!
3 Hour Trip - Shark Night on March 4, 20266 adults
we had a blast! captain Tyler and Captain Wade made sure we got an amazing fish to take home. Our group caught a 300 lb stingray. it was a blast to fight and get to the boat. Since it was a unique catch, they took the time to clean it for us when we got back. I highly recommend them for your fishing adventures. We plan on coming back for a shark fishing trip when it's warmer.
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Response from Captain
March 6, 2026
We had a blast as well. Definitely a unique catch for the books. We can’t wait till next time. Ya’ll stay safe and Thank you again booking with us.
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Rob McGrath
Rob McGrath
5.0
Verified
Great Trip !!!
4 Hour Trip (AM) on November 28, 20254 adults2 children
Was a chilly day to fish but that didnt stop our Captains from putting us on the fish !! My 12 year old son and my 10 year old nephew had an amazing time on the water. We caught plenty of fish the captains cleaned up our catch right on the dock. We traveled down from Illinois for Thanksgiving and next time we are back to PCB we will for sure be calling Reel Viking Charters for our next fishing trip ! They were an amazing crew ! I’m in
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Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Response from Captain
December 1, 2025
We had a wonderful time out on the water making sure you all had a great time and memorable experience. We look forward to the next time you book with us.
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Naji Jbeily
Naji Jbeily
5.0
Verified
Headache free
5hr fun run on August 24, 20254 adults
John John and John are a wonderful pair to be around. We loved our charter. Captain put us on the fish right away, within seconds of our first drop we got our first fish. We caught probably over 100 fish that day and came back with around 50 keepers. If you want to catch fish, book with VIKING. John John knows what he’s doing, and also knows the waters like the back of his hand. He grew up and is local to the area. Can’t say enough great things about them. By the end of the trip they felt like family. They really want you have a good time regardless of what ends up in the boat.
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Response from Captain
August 25, 2025
Thank you so much for fishing with us. Cant wait to do it again.
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Mike Hoswell
Mike Hoswell
5.0
Verified
Great day
4 Hour Trip – Summer (AM) on July 10, 20254 adults
Captain John John and son Tyler were an absolute pleasure to go fishing with. 76 years experience on the water certainly allowed us to take several fish on a short 4 hour ride. That was certainly appreciated. What made the trip amazing was how they worked with us starting the night before. Captain John John planned a trip appropriate for the weather and composition of people joining him on the boat. Both he and Tyler coached us through every strike. Conversation was great throughout the day - I know that each of us left wishing it was a longer trip and wanting to come back another day. Thank you.
Reported catch:
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Spanish Mackerel
Response from Captain
July 10, 2025
Thank youll very much for fishing with us. Cant wait for youll to come back.
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Trip availability and prices

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2hr Quick SHOT.
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 Hour Trip
starts at 8:00 AM
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Aug 1 - Nov 30
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US $350
Entire boat: 2 people
3 Hour Trip - Shark Night
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 Hour Trip
starts at 7:10 PM
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US $479
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3 Hour Spring Break Special
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 Hour Trip
starts at 6:00 AM
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Aug 1 - Jun 1
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US $600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3 Hour Spring Break Special - 9:00 AM
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3 Hour Trip
starts at 9:00 AM
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Aug 1 - Jun 1
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US $600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3 Hour Spring Break Special (10 AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 Hour Trip
starts at 10:00 AM
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Aug 1 - Jun 1
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US $600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3 Hour Spring Break Special - 2:00 PM
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starts at 2:00 PM
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Aug 1 - Jun 1
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US $600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip (AM)
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4 Hour Trip
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US $700
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip (PM)
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4 Hour Trip
starts at 1:00 PM
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Aug 1 - May 30
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US $700
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip – Summer (AM)
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4 Hour Trip
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Jun 1 - Jul 31
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US $840
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip – Summer (PM)
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4 Hour Trip
starts at 1:00 PM
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Jun 1 - Jul 31
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US $840
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5hr fun run
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip
starts at 6:00 AM
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Aug 1 - May 31
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US $860
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Snapper Shot AM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 4:55 AM
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Jun 1 - Jul 31
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US $899
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Snapper Shot PM
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4 Hour Trip
starts at 1:00 PM
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US $899
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5hr fun run summer
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip
starts at 6:00 AM
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Jun 1 - Jul 31
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US $999
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5hr fun run (copy)
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5 Hour Trip
starts at 1:00 PM
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US $999
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 6:00 AM
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Aug 1 - Jun 1
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US $1,125
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip (PM)
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6 Hour Trip
starts at 12:55 PM
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Aug 1 - Jun 1
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US $1,125
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Summer (AM)
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Jun 1 - Jul 31
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US $1,139
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Summer (PM)
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6 Hour Trip
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Jun 1 - Jul 31
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US $1,139
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8 Hour Trip
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8 Hour Trip
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Aug 1 - Jun 1
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US $1,399
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip - 1:00 PM
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8 Hour Trip
starts at 1:00 PM
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Aug 1 - Jun 1
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US $1,399
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip – Summer
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8 Hour Trip
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Jun 1 - Jul 31
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US $1,449
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip – Summer - 1:00 PM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip
starts at 1:00 PM
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Jun 1 - Jul 31
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US $1,449
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour Trip – Full Fun Day
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 Hour Trip
starts at 5:00 AM
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Aug 1 - Jun 1
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US $1,649
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour – Full Fun Summer Day
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 Hour Trip
starts at 5:00 AM
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Jun 1 - Jul 31
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US $1,749
Entire boat: up to 6 people
12 Hour Trip – All Day Affair
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 Hour Trip
starts at 5:00 AM
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Aug 1 - Jun 1
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US $1,849
Entire boat: up to 6 people
12 Hour – All Day Summer Affair
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12 Hour Trip
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US $1,949
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

4.9
245 reviews
5
236
4
5
3
0
2
3
1
0
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (325)

a great trip
Our second time!!
Our second time!!
Our second time!!
Our second time!!
Our second time!!
+319

What anglers say

99%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

All reviews (245)

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Heather Rauch
Heather Rauch
5.0
Verified
New
Our second time!!
5hr fun run on March 19, 20262 adults2 children
This was our second time booking with REEL Viking Charter (first time with Captain John John and Tyler, second time with Captain Tyler and Captain Wade), and my kids and I had a blast! From the first line being dropped, my kids were reeling in fish. They were both so wonderful with my kiddos. We ended up with 22 fish, but we caught and released several more than that even. I highly recommend these guys and plan to book again for future visits to PCB!
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Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Gray Triggerfish
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Shazlyn Tays
Shazlyn Tays
5.0
Verified
New
best fishing trip ever!
3 Hour Trip - Shark Night on March 4, 20266 adults
we had a blast! captain Tyler and Captain Wade made sure we got an amazing fish to take home. Our group caught a 300 lb stingray. it was a blast to fight and get to the boat. Since it was a unique catch, they took the time to clean it for us when we got back. I highly recommend them for your fishing adventures. We plan on coming back for a shark fishing trip when it's warmer.
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Response from Captain
March 6, 2026
We had a blast as well. Definitely a unique catch for the books. We can’t wait till next time. Ya’ll stay safe and Thank you again booking with us.
0
Rob McGrath
Rob McGrath
5.0
Verified
Great Trip !!!
4 Hour Trip (AM) on November 28, 20254 adults2 children
Was a chilly day to fish but that didnt stop our Captains from putting us on the fish !! My 12 year old son and my 10 year old nephew had an amazing time on the water. We caught plenty of fish the captains cleaned up our catch right on the dock. We traveled down from Illinois for Thanksgiving and next time we are back to PCB we will for sure be calling Reel Viking Charters for our next fishing trip ! They were an amazing crew ! I’m in
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Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Response from Captain
December 1, 2025
We had a wonderful time out on the water making sure you all had a great time and memorable experience. We look forward to the next time you book with us.
0
Naji Jbeily
Naji Jbeily
5.0
Verified
Headache free
5hr fun run on August 24, 20254 adults
John John and John are a wonderful pair to be around. We loved our charter. Captain put us on the fish right away, within seconds of our first drop we got our first fish. We caught probably over 100 fish that day and came back with around 50 keepers. If you want to catch fish, book with VIKING. John John knows what he’s doing, and also knows the waters like the back of his hand. He grew up and is local to the area. Can’t say enough great things about them. By the end of the trip they felt like family. They really want you have a good time regardless of what ends up in the boat.
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Response from Captain
August 25, 2025
Thank you so much for fishing with us. Cant wait to do it again.
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Mike Hoswell
Mike Hoswell
5.0
Verified
Great day
4 Hour Trip – Summer (AM) on July 10, 20254 adults
Captain John John and son Tyler were an absolute pleasure to go fishing with. 76 years experience on the water certainly allowed us to take several fish on a short 4 hour ride. That was certainly appreciated. What made the trip amazing was how they worked with us starting the night before. Captain John John planned a trip appropriate for the weather and composition of people joining him on the boat. Both he and Tyler coached us through every strike. Conversation was great throughout the day - I know that each of us left wishing it was a longer trip and wanting to come back another day. Thank you.
Reported catch:
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Spanish Mackerel
Response from Captain
July 10, 2025
Thank youll very much for fishing with us. Cant wait for youll to come back.
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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
1994
Restored in
2020
Boat manufacturer
Cape Horn
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
55 knots
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