REEL Viking Charters 

4.9/5 (231 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Big Daddy Drive 6325, Panama City Beach, FL 32407, United States

REEL Viking Charters 

 
State licensed
4.9/5 (231)
 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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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 231 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (296)

Great Trip
great captain and grew
great captain and grew
+293

Angler rating

224
4
0
2
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

99%

Appropriate for children

98%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

99%

Recommend this charter

99%

Caught fish

95%

Showing 1 - 5 of 231 reviews
Showing: 5 of 231 reviews
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.
1
Tim Petrie
Tim Petrie
5.0
Verified
Perfect Fishing Outing !
4 Hour Trip – Summer (AM) on July 9, 20255 adults
Beautiful sunrise and perfect weather . Captain John and his 1st mate Tyler were great , they both worked hard to get us into the fish . They were both very helpful and informative, and they made it easy to see that they wanted us to have a successful trip and a good time . We boarded as a family of 3 with 3 of our good friends and unboarded as a family of 3 and 5 good friends . Captain John and Tyler were great , they were a joy to talk to . They are the 2 guys you need to hook up with if you’re planning a charter trip around Panama City Beach area . Next time we’re down we’ll be booking with them again ! Thanks again Captain John and Tyler !
Response from Captain
July 10, 2025
Thank youll very much for fishing with us
0
Jerry Gray
Jerry Gray
5.0
Verified
Worked for the Fish
4 Hour Trip – Summer (PM) on June 10, 20255 adults
The Captain tried hard to get us on the fish. The water was not cooperating but still got us to a few spots for the kids to catch some fish. Crew was professional and ensured that we understood the water conditions and allowed us to make the decision. Since we could not complete the original trip, the crew refunded us an hour which showed the integrity of the crew. Would highly recommend them for further trips and will be using them again when we return to PCB.
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Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Bluefish
Ladyfish
Response from Captain
June 12, 2025
Thank youll very much. Can't wait to do it again
0
Joseph Xavier
Joseph Xavier
5.0
Verified
New
Great Trip
4 Hour Trip (PM) on November 23, 20252 adults
Capt Wade and Tyler were absolutely great. got us on fish. They understand the Gulf and fishing here. knew where to go to target specific fish. answered all questions. Had a great time. The boat is spacious and fast, would highly recommend this crew. Well done guys, we’ll see you again.
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Response from Captain
November 24, 2025
Thank you for leaving us a great review. We look forward to your next trip with us. We had a blast making sure you all had a wonderful experience. See you again next time.
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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
Seasonal trip Aug 1 - May 30
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US $350 
Entire boat: up to 6 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 6 people
3 Hour Spring Break Special
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip Feb 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
Seasonal trip Feb 1 - Jun 1
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3 Hour Spring Break Special - 2:00 PM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
Seasonal trip Feb 1 - Jun 1
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US $600 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip Aug 1 - May 30
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US $700 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip Aug 1 - Jun 1
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US $700 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip – Summer (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Jul 31
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US $840 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour Trip – Summer (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip 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
Seasonal trip Aug 1 - May 31
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US $860 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 hr Snapper Shot AM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 4:55 AM
Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Jul 31
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US $899 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4hr Snapper Shot PM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Jul 31
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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
Seasonal trip 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)
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6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip 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
Seasonal trip Aug 1 - Jun 1
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US $1,125 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Summer (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 5:55 AM
Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Jul 31
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US $1,139 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip – Summer (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 12:55 PM
Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Jul 31
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US $1,139 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip Aug 1 - Jun 1
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US $1,399 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip - 1:00 PM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip Aug 1 - Jun 1
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US $1,399 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip – Summer
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 4:55 AM
Seasonal trip 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
Seasonal trip 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
Seasonal trip 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
Seasonal trip 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
Seasonal trip Aug 1 - Jun 1
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US $1,849 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
12 Hour – All Day Summer Affair
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 AM
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US $1,949 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 231 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (296)

Great Trip
great captain and grew
great captain and grew
+293

Angler rating

224
4
0
2
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

99%

Appropriate for children

98%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

99%

Recommend this charter

99%

Caught fish

95%

Showing 1 - 5 of 231 reviews
Showing: 5 of 231 reviews
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.
0
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.
1
Tim Petrie
Tim Petrie
5.0
Verified
Perfect Fishing Outing !
4 Hour Trip – Summer (AM) on July 9, 20255 adults
Beautiful sunrise and perfect weather . Captain John and his 1st mate Tyler were great , they both worked hard to get us into the fish . They were both very helpful and informative, and they made it easy to see that they wanted us to have a successful trip and a good time . We boarded as a family of 3 with 3 of our good friends and unboarded as a family of 3 and 5 good friends . Captain John and Tyler were great , they were a joy to talk to . They are the 2 guys you need to hook up with if you’re planning a charter trip around Panama City Beach area . Next time we’re down we’ll be booking with them again ! Thanks again Captain John and Tyler !
Response from Captain
July 10, 2025
Thank youll very much for fishing with us
0
Jerry Gray
Jerry Gray
5.0
Verified
Worked for the Fish
4 Hour Trip – Summer (PM) on June 10, 20255 adults
The Captain tried hard to get us on the fish. The water was not cooperating but still got us to a few spots for the kids to catch some fish. Crew was professional and ensured that we understood the water conditions and allowed us to make the decision. Since we could not complete the original trip, the crew refunded us an hour which showed the integrity of the crew. Would highly recommend them for further trips and will be using them again when we return to PCB.
Review media 0
Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Bluefish
Ladyfish
Response from Captain
June 12, 2025
Thank youll very much. Can't wait to do it again
0
Joseph Xavier
Joseph Xavier
5.0
Verified
New
Great Trip
4 Hour Trip (PM) on November 23, 20252 adults
Capt Wade and Tyler were absolutely great. got us on fish. They understand the Gulf and fishing here. knew where to go to target specific fish. answered all questions. Had a great time. The boat is spacious and fast, would highly recommend this crew. Well done guys, we’ll see you again.
Review media 0
Response from Captain
November 24, 2025
Thank you for leaving us a great review. We look forward to your next trip with us. We had a blast making sure you all had a wonderful experience. See you again next time.
0

FAQs about REEL Viking Charters

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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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