Panama City Beach Fishing Charters

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fishing Charters in Panama City Beach

According to customer reviews, some of the most popular fishing charters in Panama City Beach, Florida are: Full list of top fishing charters in Panama City Beach

The average price for a private 4 hour Panama City Beach fishing trip is $733, while an 8 hour private trip will cost you $1,741 based on prices on FishingBooker.com.

Fishing charters in Panama City Beach that received great reviews from families are:

The top 3 fish species targeted on guided fishing trips in Panama City Beach are:

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Many fishing charters in Panama City Beach provide rods, reels and tackle. Some of the top rated are:

According to customer reviews on FishingBooker.com, some of the best rated charter captains in Panama City Beach are:

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Some of the fishing trips offered by fishing charters in Panama City Beach are:
  • 2-hour fishing trips โ€“ $369
  • 3-hour fishing trips โ€“ $574
  • 4-hour fishing trips โ€“ $749
  • 5-hour fishing trips โ€“ $889
  • 6-hour fishing trips โ€“ $1,111
  • 8-hour fishing trips โ€“ $1,470
  • 10-hour fishing trips โ€“ $1,969
  • 12-hour fishing trips โ€“ $2,400

There are plenty of reasons why thousands of tourists return to PCB every year, and angling is one of the biggest. The sandy beaches may set this town apart from its larger neighbor across the bay, but Panama City Beach fishing charters are sure to blow you away, too. From the shallow bays to the deep water offshore, there’s something for everyone here. 
 
The St. Andrews Bay system offers up the largest seagrass bed in the Florida Panhandle, meaning there’s plenty for some hungry fish to feast on. Get ready to come into contact with Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, Flounder, and Sheepshead, along with Pompano, Mackerel, and even Tarpon depending on the time of year. 
 
Head out beyond the bays and the Gulf of Mexico offers up endless rewards. The nearshore reefs are overflowing with delicious Snappers, Groupers, Cobia, and Amberjack, while Mackerel can be found in the open waters. Head out to the deep and you could be trolling for big game creatures such as Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Tuna, and Billfish, on what promises to be a trip to remember.
 
If you’ve just got a couple of hours to spare, you can hit the inshore waters for as little or as long as you want. Nearshore adventures will usually last around the 6-hour mark, while you’ll need 10 hours to make the most of the waters offshore. You’ll even find charters taking you out for a couple of days at a time, so come along and realize your fishing fantasies!
 

Rules & Regulations

Panama City Beach fishing charters come with licenses included for everyone on board, so that’s one less thing to worry about. Your professional guide will also be up-to-date with all the latest seasons and bag and size limits, so you can sit back and enjoy the fishing. 
Panama City Beach
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4.6 / 5
Based on 27943 reviews by FishingBooker anglers

January

Even though it’s winter, there are plenty of productive fishing spots to be found. Target Vermilion Snapper and White Snapper on the reefs and get your dinner for the week sorted out.

February

February is the coldest month of the year, but fishing in Panama City Beach can be really hot. Hit the bay for Speckled Trout and Redfish, or go a bit further out for winter Bonito.

March

Spring has finally sprung and it’s time for some Spanish Mackerel and Vermillion Snapper action near the inlet. Bonito can also be found, while the first Cobia of the year are also making their way past.

April

With bait fish moving onto the beaches and into the bays, things are coming together nicely. Amberjacks join Snappers and Cobia nearshore, with Spanish Mackerel adding to the bay action.

May

The State Water Red Snapper season is open on the weekends, so book early to get out on the water. During the week, there's plenty of Vermilion and White Snapper, Triggerfish, Kingfish, and Mahi-Mahi.

June

The King Mackerel bite is hot and strong in Panama City Beach, so you're in for a treat. Don't miss out on the Red Snapper bite, as the season comes alive in style to fulfill your fishing dreams.

July

High season is here and everything is biting. Whatever you want, you've got it, with some monster inshore creatures making their way to the bay, plenty of delicious creatures on the reefs, and big game beasts offshore.

August

School's out and there's no better place to come. Offshore fishing entices pros, while reef fishing will also yield great rewards. If you're looking to entertain the little ones, then the calm inshore waters also offer up plenty! 

September

There's no end in sight to the fishing season, as the warm weather and range of fish entices anglers of all sorts to PCB. Red Snapper can be caught on weekends, so don’t miss your final chance to get a few for the grill. 

October

It’s hard to resist the last bite of Red Snapper on weekends, but there's much more to fishing. Make the most of the last of the offshore season to land Mahi and Grouper, while Flounder is the flavor of the month inshore.  

November

Attention shifts inshore come November, but that doesn't mean there's a shortage of action. Look for Redfish on a late fall day, but don’t forget about Sheepshead, Flounder, and Pompano that are calling your name.

December

Who needs turkey when you can have fresh grilled fish for Christmas dinner? This time of year is great to take your kids out on the water, as you fish the bay, go bottom fishing for Grouper, or catch Redfish around the jetties.

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Reach out to Captain James before booking and he will give you some good advice about best time to go , and what to expect
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Reach out to Captain James before booking and he will give you some good advice about best time to go , and what to expect
Keith  H.
Keith H.
Best charter hands down! Captain and first mate made the trip experience amazing.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Best charter hands down! Captain and first mate made the trip experience amazing.
Mike  M.
Mike M.
Just go to catch fish. Don't worry about " the big ones" Just catch fish and enjoy the experience!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Just go to catch fish. Don't worry about " the big ones" Just catch fish and enjoy the experience!
Richard  S.
Richard S.
Make sure you book for the weekend. We would have had more fish, due to red snapper being limited to weekend restrictions, this time of year.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Make sure you book for the weekend. We would have had more fish, due to red snapper being limited to weekend restrictions, this time of year.
John  H.
John H.
Bring sun screen; sun gloves; hat; sunglasses; long pants and long sleeve shirt; gator for the neck--otherwords, have a great time but don't get sun burned! Remember water reflection as significant as the overhead sun. Water is excellent and variety is great! Get a guide...they know where the big ones are.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Bring sun screen; sun gloves; hat; sunglasses; long pants and long sleeve shirt; gator for the neck--otherwords, have a great time but don't get sun burned! Remember water reflection as significant as the overhead sun. Water is excellent and variety is great! Get a guide...they know where the big ones are.
Larry  K.
Larry K. Houston, Texas
8hr is a long trip but the way to go! You get to fish spots that arenโ€™t over fished like the shorter trips that are at a disadvantage because of time.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
8hr is a long trip but the way to go! You get to fish spots that arenโ€™t over fished like the shorter trips that are at a disadvantage because of time.
Carl  D.
Carl D.
Very nice trip. We caught two blacktip sharks, one towards the beginning and one closer to the end of the trip. The wait was relatively long but it was well worth it. Captain was very professional with equipment cleaned and ready to go. Boat was clean as well.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Very nice trip. We caught two blacktip sharks, one towards the beginning and one closer to the end of the trip. The wait was relatively long but it was well worth it. Captain was very professional with equipment cleaned and ready to go. Boat was clean as well.
Elena  M.
Elena M.
Make sure you know the dates you can keep red snapper if they are the fish you intend to target
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Make sure you know the dates you can keep red snapper if they are the fish you intend to target
Scott  B.
Scott B. Peculiar, MO
I would recommend they contact Captain Jeremy Vanderveen of Got 'Em Charters.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I would recommend they contact Captain Jeremy Vanderveen of Got 'Em Charters.
Catherine  M.
Catherine M.
Knot Right was the first charter I have ever been on. If I do another I will book the same boat and captain.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Knot Right was the first charter I have ever been on. If I do another I will book the same boat and captain.
James  H.
James H.
Make sure you understand that you may not catch anything. Fish are finicky, they don't always bite
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Make sure you understand that you may not catch anything. Fish are finicky, they don't always bite
Tiffinie  M.
Tiffinie M.
This was my first time and it was awesome. Just remember the sunscreen and have fun!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
This was my first time and it was awesome. Just remember the sunscreen and have fun!
Shane  A.
Shane A. White Sulphur Springs, MT
Check the season dates for intended fish. Hydrate the night before. Pack a sack. Wear appropriate clothes for the sun and heat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Check the season dates for intended fish. Hydrate the night before. Pack a sack. Wear appropriate clothes for the sun and heat
Megan  Q.
Megan Q. Tuscaloosa, AL
The 6 hr am trip worked really well for us. The boat had a bathroom and AC in the cabin. Ask questions ahead of time so your expectations can become reality.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The 6 hr am trip worked really well for us. The boat had a bathroom and AC in the cabin. Ask questions ahead of time so your expectations can become reality.
Joey  B.
Joey B. Santa Rosa Beach, FL
Definitely talk to someone that is familiar with the area and get tips about what you want to catch regardless of how much experience you have elsewhere.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Definitely talk to someone that is familiar with the area and get tips about what you want to catch regardless of how much experience you have elsewhere.
Tiffany  B.
Tiffany B. Wheeling, West Virginia
Bay fishing is great for first timers. Wonโ€™t be sea sick like you can get in the deep water
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Bay fishing is great for first timers. Wonโ€™t be sea sick like you can get in the deep water
Nelson  W.
Nelson W. Jonesboro, AR
Find a charter and do research. The pier is a good and. Cheap way to start out
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Find a charter and do research. The pier is a good and. Cheap way to start out
Ben  W.
Ben W. Cedartown, GA
Get a guide and have fun! Def recommend the Reelistic out of Capt. Andersonโ€™s Marina
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Get a guide and have fun! Def recommend the Reelistic out of Capt. Andersonโ€™s Marina
John  L.
John L. Hazel Green, Alabama
We booked our trip at the end of the Red Snapper season, so the fish were not as plentiful. Regardless, our captain put us on top of some and we managed to take a few home.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
We booked our trip at the end of the Red Snapper season, so the fish were not as plentiful. Regardless, our captain put us on top of some and we managed to take a few home.
Kristin  S.
Kristin S. Dallas, Texas
Listen to your Captain and follow his or her direction! Remember July and August is very hot!
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Listen to your Captain and follow his or her direction! Remember July and August is very hot!
Robert  S.
Robert S. Westminster, MD

Old Town Charters
Old Town Charters
Fishing charter in Panama City Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(321 reviews)
Capital Keith is a good guy and absolutely a fantastic captain to fish with! He does whatever he can to put you on fish! Good conversation and very informative when it comes to the types of fish you catch. We would highly recommend fishing with him is your in the area!! Thanks captain Keith & Leslie
Keith  H.
Keith H.
Reel Addiction 2 Charters
Reel Addiction 2 Charters
Fishing charter in Panama City Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(88 reviews)
Great Captain and first mate. These guys are good people and know their stuff. They will put you on the fish and help you fill your cooler. Highly recommend.
Alan  E.
Alan E.
Got'em Fishing Charters
Got'em Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Panama City Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(112 reviews)
Jeremy is super knowledgeable and was helpful throughout the entire fishing trip. He was ready with bait and quick to tie new hooks on when needed so we could keep lines in the water. He cleaned our fish afterwards and sent us home ready to grill. We caught our limit easily!
Eric  S.
Eric S.
Shallowtails Adventures
Shallowtails Adventures
Fishing charter in Panama City Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(184 reviews)
Capt. Mike put us on fish and was extremely professional. Equipment was top notch. Took us out Thanksgiving morning and made sure we had a memorable time.
Daniel  C.
Daniel C.
Got'em Fishing Charters
Got'em Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Panama City Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(112 reviews)
My boy asked if we could get a last minute fishing trip on Thanksgiving. Jeremy accommodated us on a cold clear morning & got us right to the fish we asked to catch ! The trip out on the water that day made our week. Will go again when in the area.
Jimmy  S.
Jimmy S.
Reel Addiction 2 Charters
Reel Addiction 2 Charters
Fishing charter in Panama City Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(88 reviews)
Great time with these guys! Felt like i was out fishin with my buddies! Made the best of a windy day found some calm water and caught well over 60 fish! Highly recommended!
James  S.
James S.
Captain Kota's Aquatic Excurcursion
Captain Kota's Aquatic Excurcursion
Fishing charter in Panama City Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(28 reviews)
We had a great trip with Captain Kota! Had beautiful weather and caught our limit of red snapper and trigger fish. We will definitely call him again when we are in town.
Michelle  W.
Michelle W.
First Cast Charters
First Cast Charters
Fishing charter in Panama City Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(27 reviews)
We did a 6 hr bottom fishing trip for 9 including 5 teenagers. It was a great trip with a great crew that got us on fish.
Eric  P.
Eric P.
B&B Charters
B&B Charters
Fishing charter in Panama City Beach
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(323 reviews)
Took my nephew and son out for a great evening. Capt Bryan knew right where to take us to see 12+ dolphins feeding, a gorgeous sunset and they had a 6โ€™ shark in the line in the first 30 min! A memorable 13th bday gift!
Michele  J.
Michele J.
Weโ€™re on Charters
Weโ€™re on Charters
Fishing charter in Panama City Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(292 reviews)
Fred is a fantastic captain. Very professional and personable. He went above and beyond to ensure we met our fish limit and that we were catching fish. Can't wait to book our next adventure with Fred!
Matthew  B.
Matthew B.
Sheila Marie Charters
Sheila Marie Charters
Fishing charter in Panama City Beach
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(371 reviews)
Great time fishing. Chris and Jose were easy to get along with , did a great job on the deck supporting our tackle needs and were methodical about looking for fish to catch Had a great day caught a bunch
David  B.
David B.
Charter Boat Gotta Believe
Charter Boat Gotta Believe
Fishing charter in Panama City Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(340 reviews)
Capt Robbie and 1st mate Justin did an amazing job. Even with bad weather still lingering from the days before. They di the best they could with what the weather allowed. And we ended up with around 30 Spanish Mackerel to take home. Fun trip and the kids had a great time catching a lot of fish! We highly recommend this trip. 4 hour trolling morning.
Michael  M.
Michael M.
Reel Addiction 2 Charters
Reel Addiction 2 Charters
Fishing charter in Panama City Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(88 reviews)
We had a fantastic trip with the guys. Very knowledgeable and friendly. Would definitely go with them next time!
Tiffany  R.
Tiffany R.
GulfCoast Guide Fishing & Adventure
GulfCoast Guide Fishing & Adventure
Fishing charter in Panama City Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(117 reviews)
Capt. Logan and James took us on a 4hr tour into the deep blue! The ride itself was a blast. We were hooking fish the entire time. Great knowledge of fishing and how to snag the good stuff. We fought amberjack and thieving dolphins. Epic trip with lots of fun and a stellar catch! Definitely will book again!
Dana  D.
Dana D.
Old Town Charters
Old Town Charters
Fishing charter in Panama City Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(321 reviews)
My wife and I had a great time with Captain Keith. He was very friendly and knowledgeable. He worked hard to get us on fish. Would highly recommend!!
Steve  G.
Steve G.
Saltshaker Charters
Saltshaker Charters
Fishing charter in Panama City Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(153 reviews)
The captain and his deck hand got us out on the water and got us fishing the bite was slow at first but the captain kept moving us around to new spots and trying his best to get us on fish. We finally started hooking up and it was on for a little while and then the bite slowed down again but the captain kept moving us and trying his best! The deck hand was quick to make sure we were all running smoothly and the bait station was full for us to get back in the water as fast as possible.
Dillon  P.
Dillon P.
Old Town Charters
Old Town Charters
Fishing charter in Panama City Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(321 reviews)
I was catching fish on my first cast out, Capt Keith put us on them and we never stopped pulling them in till we had to head in! If you want to have memories that last a lifetime look no further!
Caleb  M.
Caleb M.
Old Town Charters
Old Town Charters
Fishing charter in Panama City Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(321 reviews)
Keith was great with my husband and our ten year old grandson. Knowledgeable and his enjoyment of fishing is contagious. Great with our grandson, who has never smiled so big. Thank you, Keith
Allen  S.
Allen S.
Reel Addiction 2 Charters
Reel Addiction 2 Charters
Fishing charter in Panama City Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(88 reviews)
Thats what my 6 year old grandson hollered out when we caught our biggest fish ! Great job Captain James , we had a great time , and a big shout out to 1st mate Bill who took great care of u all whil fishing
Keith  H.
Keith H.
Old Town Charters
Old Town Charters
Fishing charter in Panama City Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(321 reviews)
Had a great day fishing with Captain Keith. Caught some huge red fish and he knew exactly where they were. Will definitely be back
Hans  N.
Hans N.

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