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Red Snapper Action - 60’ Bonner

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6hr Nearshore Trip

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65 ft 1 - 36 People From $1,160
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Live Red Snapper Action -48'Viking

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48 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,400
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8 Hour Deep-Sea Fishing

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Everything to Know About Booking a Panama City bottom fishing charter

Why should I book a bottom fishing charter in Panama City with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 93 bottom fishing trips in Panama City, and the most popular trips in the area are Red Snapper Action - 60’ Bonner guided by Justin, Luxury Sportfishing - Ballistic II guided by Justin, and 6hr Nearshore Trip guided by Christopher.

Our guides in Panama City are rated a 4.8 out of 5 based on 6682 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly bottom fishing guides / fishing lessons in Panama City? Check out our beginner and family friendly bottom fishing guides in Panama City.

What types of bottom fishing charters are common in Panama City?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for bottom fishing in Panama City as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and jetty fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for bottom fishing in Panama City are: 1. red snapper, 2. gag grouper, 3. kingfish, 4. mahi mahi, and 5. vermillion snapper.

How much do Panama City bottom fishing charters cost?

Prices for bottom fishing in Panama City can range anywhere from about $1,320 to $5,280, but the average price for a half day trip for bottom fishing in Panama City is $1,497. The average price for a full day trip for bottom fishing in Panama City is $3,575.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for on a bottom fishing charter in Panama City?

The most popular season to go on a bottom fishing charter in Panama City is summer, and most anglers book their trips 26 days in advance.

Do I need a Panama City fishing license and what are the bag limits in Panama City?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Panama City, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Panama City. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Panama City.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great 4hr trip with Capt Max. Was a first time for my wife and daughter and they both were able to catch a lot of fish. We caught so many different types of fish and able to keep some grouper and trigger fish. Max is a friendly captain and we would definitely go out with him again.

    Joe R. | March 27, 2026

    Trip: 4-Hour Offshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    It was wonderful captain Joe put us right on the fish Alisha went above and beyond to make sure we got to go before bad weather moved in. Dusty was a great deckhand totally awesome, very knowledgeable about the fish I learned some new things 👌 We have already booked 8hr trip in July. we are still on cloud nine from March 11th trip 😀 A+ service 😀 5☆ can't wait till July 🤍

    Melanie R. | March 16, 2026

    Trip: PCB Spring/Fall Bottom Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Max and Jeff were very friendly and helpful. They both did their best to give us the most fishing time as possible.

    Patrick B. | December 23, 2025

    Trip: 4-Hour Offshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    We had the best time fishing on Captain Chris’s boat. He made our experience special and put us on top of the fish. The boat and equipment was first class and Captain Chris was such a pleasure to be with.

    Gene W. | November 21, 2025

    Trip: PCB Fishing Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    We actually went out with Chandler. He was awesome! He made sure we found the fish. We never sat at a spot too long without a bite. He was very patient with our children as well. We will definitely be back!

    Ashlie A. | October 13, 2025

    Trip: Kid's First Fishing Adventure

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