About Your Guide

Buddy Ellis

Independent Guide

Instructional

Comfortable

Quality

ith nearly 50 years of professional fishing experience and over 40 years as a licensed 100-ton captain, I’ve spent my life on the water. My home base for most of my career was Islamorada in the Florida Keys, where I guided anglers through some of the best fishing grounds in the world. Over the years, I’ve fished extensively throughout the Bahamas, the Northeast United States, the Virgin Islands, and Mexico.

For the past eight years, I’ve called Panama home. The waters here are wild, beautiful, and full of life — it’s truly a fisherman’s paradise. I love it here, and I’d love to take you fishing.

About Your Guide

Buddy Ellis

Independent Guide

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

950 lb tuna

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

mahi mahi , cocconut rice, salad

What’s your favorite band?

allman brothers

What’s your favorite movie?

a beautiful mind

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

950 lb tuna

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

mahi mahi , cocconut rice, salad

What’s your favorite band?

allman brothers

What’s your favorite movie?

a beautiful mind

What’s your favorite sports team?

miami dolphins

What’s your drink of choice?

rum and coke

What was your last halloween costume?

blackbeard

What do you want for Christmas this year?

peace and love

How did you get started guiding?

needed work was 17 years old and a friend said you can get on a fishing boat and get paid, so thats what i did

What makes you different from other guides?

i have spent app 250 days per year on the water for the last 50 years, i have fished in so many places with so many different people i have a large [pool of knoledge to draw upon

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Offshore Fishing, Panama

100% (1) Rio Hato, Panama 1 - 12 People 4 - 8 Hours From $650

About Your Trip

Water Type

Deep Sea

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

About Your Trip

Located in the heart of the beautiful Pacific Riviera, Panama. Our boat is a 30-foot Bertram powered by twin diesel engines. She’s fully air-conditioned and features a clean, private indoor restroom for your comfort. We’re equipped with top-quality fishing gear and tackle—everything you need for a great day on the water is provided.

We run a professional and friendly operation with an experienced captain and mate onboard every trip. Whether you prefer water or sodas, we’ve got you covered. Our goal is to make your time with us enjoyable, safe, and memorable.

Our team is proud to be a family-friendly charter. We love introducing children to the excitement of fishing and helping families create memories that last a lifetime. With nearly 50 years of charter fishing experience, I know how to put you on the fish—and more importantly, how to make sure you have a great time doing it.

Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.