Panama City Fishing Charters

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fishing Charters in Panama City

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

The average price for a private 4 hour Panama City fishing trip is US $654, while an 8 hour private trip will cost you US $1,396 based on prices on FishingBooker.com.

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

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

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The top 3 types of fishing in Panama City are:

Many fishing charters in Panama City 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 are:

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Some of the fishing trips offered by fishing charters in Panama City are:
  • 2-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $395
  • 3-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $480
  • 4-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $642
  • 5-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $788
  • 6-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $982
  • 8-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,306
  • 10-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,700
  • 12-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $2,035

Fishing in Panama City

Panama City, FL fishing charters are the icing on the cake of a year-round resort town. Watersports enthusiasts flock to the numerous bays and deep waters offshore for a range of activities, and fishing ranks right up there. From the inshore lagoons to the heart of the Gulf, there’s something for anglers of all kinds. 
 
The town is surrounded by water, with the North Bay, Saint Andrew Bay, and Grand Lagoon all offering up inshore fishing. Target Floridian favorites such as Redfish and Spotted Seatrout year-round, and some delicious Flounder and Sheepshead, too. Come in summer and target tough-fighting Tarpon, along with schools of Jack Crevalle, Bonito, and many more. 
 
You’ll also find plenty of charters ready to take you out into the Gulf, where the productive reefs are swarming with prized fish. Amberjacks are so prevalent here that they’ve earned the nickname “Reef Donkeys,” while Kingfish are just as ubiquitous. Don’t forget about Snappers, Groupers, and Cobia, either!
 
Deep water enthusiasts can also find a Panama City fishing charter that caters to them. Go after monster Snappers, Groupers, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Tuna, and Billfish. Anywhere from 35–100 miles out, there’s no shortage of big game creatures waiting to take the bait, so settle in for the fishing trip of your life.
 
There’s something for everyone in Panama City. Beginners can learn the ropes on a trip as short as two hours inshore, with angling fiends having the chance to spend a full day fishing. Nearshore trips tend to last around 6–8 hours, while offshore adventures will require at least 10 hours. 
 

Rules & Regulations

Your fishing license will be covered aboard a Panama City, FL fishing charter, so that’s one less thing to worry about. Your professional captain will also be up to date with all the latest bag and size limits, so you can focus on fishing. 
Panama City
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Based on 28386 reviews by FishingBooker anglers

Panama City Fishing Seasons

January

Mid-winter sees Trout and smaller Redfish in the grass flats. Inshore fishing can be productive, with Flounder and Triggerish available too. What better way to start the year than with a fishing adventure? 

February

Bait is showing up near the inlet, attracting a whole host of Spanish Mackerel for you to target. If you manage to get up early or stay up late, Trout can be found inshore, with Redfish in the flats, too. 

March

Spring is here, and plenty of Spanish Mackerel are waiting to be reeled in. Mangrove Snapper and Sheepshead are around inshore along with a few early Cobia nearshore, so there's something for everyone. 

April

King Mackerel have joined their Spanish cousins in these productive fishing grounds, so hit the flats, reefs, and offshore water, where you can troll for Spanish Mackerel and Pompano, too. 

May

May brings the weekends of the State Waters Red Snapper season. Plus, the Lionfish Tournament is on! Good things are also happening close to shore, with King Mackerel in good numbers for a challenge. 

June

Long-range trips are a must at the beginning of summer. Go for Wahoo, Mahi-Mahi, Bonito, King Mackerel, and even Sailfish in the deep. June heralds in the start of peak season, so make the most of it!

July

The weather is hot and the fishing even hotter. Everything you could want to target is biting, so get ready for an incredible adventure wherever you head. Get your fish on like never before!

August

Redfish are patrolling the shallows, while Tarpon and Jacks are hiding in the secret spots. It's also a good idea to take another shot at Red Snapper on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

September

While vacationers make their way out of town, there's never been a better time to come. The great weather brings with it great fish, with Wahoo bite offshore, and Redfish, Pompano, Flounder, and Mackerel inshore.

October

The winds may force you to stay close to shore, but this is your last chance to head out in search of Snapper. Inshore, the most common catches are Redfish, Trout, and Mangrove Snapper, so there's plenty on offer.

November

Not only is it too choppy to head offshore, but the pelagics start leaving. It's a good thing that Flounder, Trout, Redfish, and Sheepshead are all on offer in the bays, so settle in for a peaceful day of fishing.

 

 

December

Make the most of the holidat season by getting out on the water. Fishing is the best way to keep warm as the chilly winds beat down on you, with plenty of great rewards for a hearty dinner. 

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What anglers said about fishing in Panama City

A great experience fishing for in season salt water fish. Nice weather too.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
A great experience fishing for in season salt water fish. Nice weather too.
Pisces Fishing & Adventures LLC
Pisces Fishing & Adventures LLC Menifee, California
If you like fishing and making memories, charter a fishing trip and have fun!!!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If you like fishing and making memories, charter a fishing trip and have fun!!!
Fish on Charters and Guide Service
Fish on Charters and Guide Service Jacksonville, Florida
Charters are an amazing adventure, bucket list for sure.... we also fished the pier with frozen bait, we caught a lot of little ones...but nothing big...still a blast!!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Charters are an amazing adventure, bucket list for sure.... we also fished the pier with frozen bait, we caught a lot of little ones...but nothing big...still a blast!!
Family Tradition Charters โ€“ Panama City
Family Tradition Charters โ€“ Panama City Wagoner, OK
Can be tough for bigger fish because itโ€™s late in season but thatโ€™s not a captainโ€™s fault
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Can be tough for bigger fish because itโ€™s late in season but thatโ€™s not a captainโ€™s fault
Reel Twisted Charters
Reel Twisted Charters
bring a cooler with snacks and have fun getting on some hard fighting fish!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
bring a cooler with snacks and have fun getting on some hard fighting fish!
All The Way Charters
All The Way Charters Bethel, OH
Had a great time in Reel Twisted. Note to anyone booking. Please make sure you check in advance what species are in season at the time off your trip. Captain will definitely put you on the fish but their hands are tied when so many species are not available.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Had a great time in Reel Twisted. Note to anyone booking. Please make sure you check in advance what species are in season at the time off your trip. Captain will definitely put you on the fish but their hands are tied when so many species are not available.
Reel Twisted Charters
Reel Twisted Charters Alpharetta, GA
Do your research, ship out early, listen to your captain and be open to learning something new.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Do your research, ship out early, listen to your captain and be open to learning something new.
Advanced Fishing With JP
Advanced Fishing With JP Panama City, Florida
Donโ€™t miss out for your first time angler and for you experienced anglers do hesitate jump on the boat well worth it. Nothing more can be said about the fishing trip .
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Donโ€™t miss out for your first time angler and for you experienced anglers do hesitate jump on the boat well worth it. Nothing more can be said about the fishing trip .
Seawolf Charters
Seawolf Charters Dallas, TX
The fishing is excellent. Bring plenty of sunscreen and make sure your back and arms are ready for the fight!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The fishing is excellent. Bring plenty of sunscreen and make sure your back and arms are ready for the fight!
Top Deck Fishing Charters
Top Deck Fishing Charters Okeechobee, Florida
Fishing and weather was good for us. I know they had a little rough weather the two weeks prior, but we had sunny skies and light wind. Caught our limit of snapper without problem.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Fishing and weather was good for us. I know they had a little rough weather the two weeks prior, but we had sunny skies and light wind. Caught our limit of snapper without problem.
Reel Therapy Charters
Reel Therapy Charters Bryan, TX
All Iโ€™ve ever been was Destin and itโ€™s about the same fishing experience!
Excellent
4.7 / 5
All Iโ€™ve ever been was Destin and itโ€™s about the same fishing experience!
Reel Twisted Charters 2
Reel Twisted Charters 2 Murfreesboro, TN
Sunscreen and book with someone knowledgeable about the fishing in the area.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Sunscreen and book with someone knowledgeable about the fishing in the area.
Reel Twisted Charters
Reel Twisted Charters Morristown, TN
Go out, catch you some red snapper and enjoy the flavor. It doesnโ€™t get better.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Go out, catch you some red snapper and enjoy the flavor. It doesnโ€™t get better.
Family Tradition Charters โ€“ Panama City
Family Tradition Charters โ€“ Panama City Panama City Beach, Florida
Call Greg at complete inshore charter. He's very friendly and will do his best to put you on the fish.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Call Greg at complete inshore charter. He's very friendly and will do his best to put you on the fish.
Complete Inshore Charters
Complete Inshore Charters Hoopeston, IL
Look no further than Say When Charters! If you wanna catch fish and build memories this is the service for you!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Look no further than Say When Charters! If you wanna catch fish and build memories this is the service for you!
Tail 'N Bayou
Tail 'N Bayou
For your targeted fish, just check to see what is in season as some fish are not in season until the middle of June.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
For your targeted fish, just check to see what is in season as some fish are not in season until the middle of June.
Reel Therapy Charters
Reel Therapy Charters Thomson, GA
We did the trolling trip, no live bait, stayed close to land, not a large amount of fish for us.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
We did the trolling trip, no live bait, stayed close to land, not a large amount of fish for us.
Grand Slam Fishing Charters
Grand Slam Fishing Charters Robbins, TN
Go see king slayer they will put you on them and have an outstanding trip of a life type.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Go see king slayer they will put you on them and have an outstanding trip of a life type.
King Slayer Charters LLC.
King Slayer Charters LLC. Bryant, AL
It would have been fun to catch something a little bigger. But I think that Spanish mackerel is about the best you can expect at this time of year unless you book a trip that goes out a lot farther from the shore.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
It would have been fun to catch something a little bigger. But I think that Spanish mackerel is about the best you can expect at this time of year unless you book a trip that goes out a lot farther from the shore.
Grand Slam Fishing Charters
Grand Slam Fishing Charters Milford, OH
Check to see what fisheries are open and what species are available and in season.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Check to see what fisheries are open and what species are available and in season.
All The Way Charters
All The Way Charters Carrollton, GA

How did anglers rate fishing charters in Panama City?

Tail 'N Bayou
Tail 'N Bayou
Fishing charter in Panama City
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(51 reviews)
The weather was not the best for fishing, despite that captain Chris kept me and my boys on the fish all day. Very nice boat with plenty of room to move around on! He was great with my kids and kept them laughing. Knew a ton about the area! Took lots of pictures and sent to my phone. We hired a fishing charter and got a great captain/guide, photographer, and local historian. I would highly recommend him, especially for families! We will definitely be back!
John  R.
John R.
Complete Inshore Charters
Complete Inshore Charters
Fishing charter in Panama City
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(161 reviews)
Enjoy time on the water and caught some mango snapper. I would definitely recommend Greg.
Tonya  F.
Tonya F.
Fish on Charters and Guide Service
Fish on Charters and Guide Service
Fishing charter in Panama City
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(111 reviews)
Captain Russell was a great host. I took my nine and seven-year-old boys. Though the weather was still a little more chilly, Captain Russell still showed myself and the boys a wonderful time and all the spots to keep them busy catching fish. When we return to the area, we will be sure to give Captain Russell a call!
John  W.
John W.
Complete Inshore Charters
Complete Inshore Charters
Fishing charter in Panama City
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(161 reviews)
Went out on a 3 hour trip and did not disappoint. Caught a variety of good eating fish.
Rylan  N.
Rylan N.
Kitchen Pass Charters
Kitchen Pass Charters
Fishing charter in Panama City
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(120 reviews)
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.
Joshua N.
Pisces Fishing & Adventures LLC
Pisces Fishing & Adventures LLC
Fishing charter in Panama City
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(2 reviews)
Embarked on an all-day excursion with Captain Christopher Cromer and had a blast catching various fish species, including snapper. The added bonus of encountering playful dolphins and breathtaking views made it a truly memorable experience. Highly recommend booking with Captain Chris for an unforgettable adventure!
FishingBooker Member
FishingBooker Member Menifee, California
Pierbred Charters
Pierbred Charters
Fishing charter in Panama City
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(22 reviews)
Boys and I had a great trip with Joe. Very kid friendly. Joe was very attentive and knowledgeable. Will definitely come back and do it again.
Alexander  M.
Alexander M.
Grand Slam Fishing Charters
Grand Slam Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Panama City
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(55 reviews)
Captain Dan has a great knowledge of the area and put us on the fish. It was a great day to be on the water !!!
Jeff  S.
Jeff S.
Fish on Charters and Guide Service
Fish on Charters and Guide Service
Fishing charter in Panama City
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(111 reviews)
Captain Russell was awesome, he knew the spots and got us on fish within the first 3 min. The day was spent jumping around to his personal marked spots , we landed a bunch then off to the next spot. He treated us all very well, a very good time ! Thank you Captain Russell From the Iowa crew!
Joe  B.
Joe B.
Pisces Fishing & Adventures LLC
Pisces Fishing & Adventures LLC
Fishing charter in Panama City
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(2 reviews)
Captain Christopher was delightful. He was very knowledgeable on the marine life on the area and got us right next to the dolphins! We were able to jump in and swim with them too! Great experience for my family and I. I will be booking a full day next month to go fishing!!
Sarah  C.
Sarah C. United States
King Slayer Charters LLC.
King Slayer Charters LLC.
Fishing charter in Panama City
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(92 reviews)
We had a great time, my son caught a massive red snapper. Was a little chilly and windy but we made due and the crew was awesome!!! Highly recommend! ๐ŸŒŸ๐ŸŒŸ๐ŸŒŸ๐ŸŒŸ๐ŸŒŸ
LISA  T.
LISA T.
Pierbred Charters
Pierbred Charters
Fishing charter in Panama City
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(22 reviews)
Captain Joe is a very experienced captain of the local waters. The weather provided us with some challenges, but Joe put us on fish. It was a great time. Excellent tackle and communication.
Bill  S.
Bill S.
Wet Line Charters LLC
Wet Line Charters LLC
Fishing charter in Panama City
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(31 reviews)
We went out with Capt Jay during the off season and the Captain still brought us back with lots of fish to eat. Captain Jay not only put us on fish but was extremely accommodating for my wife's medical need. We will definitely look Wet Line Charters up again next time we are back here.
Tony  S.
Tony S.
All The Way Charters
All The Way Charters
Fishing charter in Panama City
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(104 reviews)
Excellent fishing experience with a group of family and friends. The boat CPT and first mate were fantastic.
Emanuel  H.
Emanuel H.
Reel Twisted Charters 2
Reel Twisted Charters 2
Fishing charter in Panama City
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(15 reviews)
We had a great time with Wade! It was our first time fishing and was definitely a fun experience! The dolphins made the boat trip that much better! Wade was very nice and welcoming! We enjoyed every minute!
Bethany  E.
Bethany E.
Wet Line Charters LLC
Wet Line Charters LLC
Fishing charter in Panama City
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(31 reviews)
4 hour bottom fish charter. His boat is big enough to fit 6 easily, and has a restroom. He put us on the fish, we caught triggers, flounder, grouper, red snapper, and a few others I can't remember the names of . We have enough to feed our family of 5 for a couple of days. As soon as 1 spot went cold or the dolphins came in and scared all the fish away , he was on to the next spot where we would continue to catch fish.
ROBERT  B.
ROBERT B.
Pierbred Charters
Pierbred Charters
Fishing charter in Panama City
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(22 reviews)
If you've never seen a Redfish explode on a top water rig in the morning this is the Captain for you. As the sunlight changes you'll then be sight fishing Reds. Sharpen your casting skills though.
Ed  S.
Ed S.
Fish on Charters and Guide Service
Fish on Charters and Guide Service
Fishing charter in Panama City
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(111 reviews)
Captain did a fantastic job, kept us on fish all day. Great boat great atmosphere super friendly will be back.
DOUGLAS  W.
DOUGLAS W.
King Slayer Charters LLC.
King Slayer Charters LLC.
Fishing charter in Panama City
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(92 reviews)
We had a group of 5, my husband and I, 2 sons, and daughter in law. What a great time, Capt JohnJohn is very knowledgeable to local fish, and fishing hot spots. We will for sure be back! Next time we will go out for 6-8 hours, more time on the water..and memories being made. Thank you again for a great time
Doreen  N.
Doreen N.
Reel Deal Charters โ€“ Deep Water
Reel Deal Charters โ€“ Deep Water
Fishing charter in Panama City
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(361 reviews)
Caught plenty of fish. Capt. Ryan did a great job of finding and putting us on fish. Darel was awesome and helped my wife get a decent sized shark up to the boat - a lifetime memory made!
Ryan  C.
Ryan C.

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