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Kids Fishing - 25’ Sea Born

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Adrenaline-Pumping PCB Trip

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22 ft 1 - 4 People $$
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Panama City Fishing Rodeo

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29 ft 1 - 6 People $$
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Dolphin Spotting And Fishing

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29 ft 1 - 6 People $$
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Panama City Inshore Action

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25 ft 1 - 4 People $$
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Live Action Offshore - 48’ Viking

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Most Popular Types of Light Tackle Fishing Trips in Panama City

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trip description for Kid's First Fishing Adventure in Panama City

Get out there and enjoy this fun, low-pressure kid's fishing trip with Captain Justin! This trip is 3 hours, and it's a perfect way to introduce kids to fishing for the first time. Justin will put them on some friendly inshore species and give them a chance to reel in their first fish! You'll be fishing from the deck of Captain Justin's 23' Sportsman 227 bay boat. This puppy comes equipped with a powerful 150-HP Yamaha outboard, plus a range of amenities to enhance your experience. This boat is perfect for a family fishing trip, with a T-Top for shade, Simrad electronics, and multiple live wells for bait. Captain Justin will provide you with all the equipment, tackle, and bait you need, plus ice for your food, drinks & fish. He'll also clean and bag your fish for you at the end of the day! All you need to bring is your sunscreen, sun-protective clothing, sunglasses, any food & drinks you'd like to enjoy onboard. Beer is welcome, but please—no hard liquor or wine, and no glass containers. If you've got Captain Justin at the wheel, your fishing adventure will surely be one to remember! Read More

Inshore Fishing Charter in Panama City

Kid's First Fishing Adventure

100% (1)
23 ft 1 - 4 People $
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trip description for Inshore PCB Trip - 23' Sportsman in Panama City

There's simply no better way to enjoy the summer than an inshore fishing trip with Captain Justin! He's fished the mangrove channels and backcountry waters around PCB for years, and you can be sure that he'll put you right where the fish are! These channels provide perfect habitat for several classic sportfish species, including Redfish, Sheepshead, and Speckled Trout. These species are perfect inshore/nearshore opponents that fight hard and love to bite on a range of lures and baits. There's nothing like pulling some big ol' Red out of the mangrove roots, whether it's your first fish or your hundredth! You'll be fishing from the deck of Captain Justin's 23' Sportsman 227 bay boat. This puppy comes equipped with a powerful 150-HP Yamaha outboard, plus a range of amenities to enhance your experience. This boat is perfect for a family fishing trip, with a T-Top for shade, Simrad electronics, and multiple live wells for bait. Captain Justin will provide you with all the equipment, tackle, and bait you need, plus ice for your food, drinks & fish. He'll also clean and bag your fish for you at the end of the day! All you need to bring is your sunscreen, sun-protective clothing, sunglasses, any food & drinks you'd like to enjoy onboard. Beer is welcome, but please—no hard liquor or wine, and no glass containers. If you've got Captain Justin at the wheel, your fishing adventure will surely be one to remember! Read More

Inshore Fishing Charter in Panama City

Inshore PCB Trip - 23' Sportsman

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23 ft 1 - 4 People $$
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trip description for 8hr PC Bottom Fishing And Trolling in Panama City

Head out to hit the reefs for bottomfishing trip with Captain John! These trips are a great time for the whole family, as Captain John will work for you to give you the best opportunities to catch some of the best species the gulf has to offer. He also loves to mix in some trolling on these trips, if time permits. Whether it's a natural bottom or artificial reef, Captain John finds a variety of species Snapper, Jack Crevalle, Amberjack, Grouper, and much more! If you catch your fill of bottom fish and you've got some time to kill before you head back to the dock, Captain John will crank up the motors and cruise the grass lines and reef edges to attract a bite from King Mackerel, Mahi, Bonito, and anything else the prolific Gulf Waters can offer up! You’ll be fishing aboard Captain John's 28' Cape Horn which provides a comfortable stable experience offshore. She can accommodate 6 anglers. Feel free to bring food and drinks of your choice (Alcohol is allowed) as well as a cooler to bring home your day’s catch. Captain John will provide all rods, reels, tackle, and lures. Live bait is NOT included in the price but we do privide all frozen bait. The fishing license for the whole group is also included. There is a fish cleaning company at the dock called the Gut Hut they will take care of all of your fish cleaning needs including the option of vacuum sealing. We also have a new Tiki Bar at the marina for you while you wait with drinks TV's and some food options Read More

Deep Sea, Inshore, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Panama City

8hr PC Bottom Fishing And Trolling

100% (2)
28 ft 1 - 6 People $$$
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trip description for Nearshore Combo Trip in Panama City

There’s nothing like spending quality time on the water with a rod in your hands, and there's no better place for it than Panama City Beach! Head out with Captain Justin for a wonderful day on the water, chasing Kingfish, Spanish Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, Triggerfish, and more! Whether you’re fishing with family, friends, or coworkers, Captain Justin is adept at handling all skill levels and is able to customize your trip to your preferences. On this trip, you'll fish the entire water column, chasing bites from topwater species such as Kingfish and Mahi as well as reef species like Triggerfish and Grouper. Using different techniques like this ensures that you'll have a successful day and come home with good photos, great memories, and a full cooler! You'll be fishing from the deck of Captain Justin's 23' Sportsman 227 bay boat. This puppy comes equipped with a powerful 150-HP Yamaha outboard, plus a range of amenities to enhance your experience. This boat is perfect for a family fishing trip, with a T-Top for shade, Simrad electronics, and multiple live wells for bait. Captain Justin will provide you with all the equipment, tackle, and bait you need, plus ice for your food, drinks & fish. He'll also clean and bag your fish for you at the end of the day! All you need to bring is your sunscreen, sun-protective clothing, sunglasses, any food & drinks you'd like to enjoy onboard. Beer is welcome, but please—no hard liquor or wine, and no glass containers. If you've got Captain Justin at the wheel, your fishing adventure will surely be one to remember! Read More

Nearshore Fishing Charter in Panama City

Nearshore Combo Trip

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23 ft 1 - 4 People $$
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trip description for 12 hr Extended Deep Sea Trip in Panama City

Hop on board with Captain John and get ready for an exciting day of deep-water fishing in the Florida Gulf! The deep sea waters off of Panama City are great for going after some of the big game fish that Florida is known for. On this 12-hour trip, Captain John will take you from Panama City out to the deep waters of the Florida Gulf where you can expect to target a huge selection of Grouper, Marlin, Mackerel, Shark, Snapper, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Amberjack and many more. Depending on what you want to catch you can use one of a variety of methods, and Captain John's vessel is equipped for light tackle, artificial lures, heavy tackle, bottom fishing, trolling, jigging, drift fishing, and deep dropping. Just let Captain John know what you want to catch and he'll get you set up with the best method! Captain John will provide all rods, reels, tackle, and Frozen bait. Customers can buy live bait for an additional cost at the marina or bait boat on the way out. All you need to bring are sunglasses, sunscreen, and any food and drinks you might want and a tip for the deckhand standard is 20%. These exciting full-day trips can host up to 6 people, so make sure you bring some good company and a camera. The fishing license for the whole group is also included. There is a fish cleaning company at the dock called the Gut Hut they will take care of all of your fish cleaning needs including the option of vacuum sealing. We also have a new Tiki Bar at the marina for you while you wait with drinks TV's and some food options Feel free to bring food and drinks of your choice (Alcohol is allowed) as well as a cooler to bring home your day’s catch. Read More

Deep Sea, Inshore Fishing Charter in Panama City

12 Hr Extended Deep Sea Trip

100% (1)
28 ft 1 - 6 People $$$
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trip description for Panama City Inshore in Panama City

The most popular trip booked is the four hour inshore trip. It is a good amount of time to pursue the different types of fish that are bitting or are in season. The five and six hour trips are usually booked with intentions of ether half the trip inshore and other nearshore, or the entire trip nearshore. This extended time gives the capt. the opportunity to make a further ride and more time to provide you a better catch of fish. After leaving the dock it’s a short trip to where we will be stopping to buy/catch live bait for your trip. Depending on the trip booked we will usually ride anywhere from 5 to 30 min to the fishing grounds. Longer rides are the nearshore trips. The tackle most commonly used on the inshore trips are light tackle 3000-4000 spinning reels with 20lb braid. Nearshore tackle consists of two different types of reels using 6000 shimano spinning reels and conventional reels are shimano torium 20pg with 50lb mono. The boat is a 22’ Cape Horn bay. Boat has dry storage to put your things - cell/wallet etc. Has all up to-date coastguard safety equipment. Additional cooler storage is available if you need to store more drinks or food. The trip usually starts out with a plan. Expectations of how the trip is supposed to turn out, what you’re supposed to catch sometime changes. You never know what is going to happen or what you’re going to catch. We strive to be prepared for every thing to ensure that your trip is comfortable and exciting. Read More

Flats, Inshore, Jetty, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Panama City

Panama City Inshore

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22 ft 1 - 4 People $$
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Everything to Know About Booking a Panama City light tackle fishing charter

What are the best light tackle fishing charters in Panama City?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 82 light tackle fishing trips in Panama City, and the most popular trips in the area are Kids Fishing - 25’ Sea Born guided by Greg, Adrenaline-Pumping PCB Trip guided by Jason, and Panama City Fishing Rodeo guided by Russell.

Our guides in Panama City are rated a 4.78 out of 5 based on 2568 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are licensed, insured, and 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.

Other popular cities nearby for booking a Light Tackle Fishing charter include Panama City Beach and Rosemary Beach.

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

What types of light tackle fishing charters are common in Panama City?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular for light tackle fishing in Panama City as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for light tackle fishing in Panama City are: 1. redfish, 2. speckled trout, 3. kingfish, and 4. red snapper.

How much do Panama City light tackle fishing charters cost?

for light tackle fishing in Panama City prices can range anywhere from about $600 to $4,350, but the average price for a half day trip for light tackle fishing in Panama City is $826. The average price for a full day trip for light tackle fishing in Panama City is $2,924.

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

The most popular season to go on a light tackle fishing charter in Panama City is summer, and most anglers book their trips 63 days in advance.

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

You’re in luck! Our fishing tours in Panama City don’t require you to purchase a fishing license – your group is covered by your boat’s captain. See here for more information on bag limits and fishing season regulations in Panama City.

Recent Reviews of Captain Experiences

  • ★★★★★
    John knows where the fish are and is very active in getting to the best spots! Definitely will go again on our next trip!

    Caleb M. with Terry M. of Panama City Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Fishing with Captain Greg was great fun. Who knew redfish got that big! Thanks for the memories!

    Kay T. with Greg G. of Panama City, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Russel was a great Captain and our whole family had a fantastic time.

    James R. with Russell F. of Panama City, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Good trip; Dustin did great in conditions that were not ideal!!

    Michael W. with Dustin K. of Panama City Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Capt. John was great with my 10 yr old and 8 yr old. Tried trolling and when that wasn’t working, quickly switched to another strategy and got them on fish. Would highly recommend, especially if fishing with kids! They had a blast.

    Jacob C. with Terry M. of Panama City Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    5 stars no doubt! Our family had a great fishing trip with Jeremy! He put us on the fish all day, and we will definitely book again with him.

    Lyndsey O. with Jeremy V. of Panama City Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Even though the weather did not cooperate at first, Captain John John was able to work things out and get us out on the water for an amazing trip! Had lots of fun, heard some crazy tales and caught many species of fish. Our deck hand Drew did an fantastic job as well. Such an amazing experience, thank you guys, we will definitely set up future fishing trips with Kingslayer Charters.

    Eric G. with John C. of Panama City, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Capt. Greg did an outstanding job from start to finish. He was a total pro & texted ahead of time to give us a quick heads up for what to expect. Boat was super clean & in really great shape with plenty of comfortable seating. We were on Redfish from the jump!! Also caught a few beautiful grouper & other species. Greg was really patient with our 9yo, 13 yo, and 15 yo. Awesome trip for kids or experienced fishermen. We will definitely take another charter trip w Greg next time we are in PCB.

    Kathryn B. with Greg G. of Panama City, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Amazing trip! Great captain and deck mate! Highly recommend.

    Mark D. with Stephen B. of Panama City Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    A very disappointing experience today. I understand that it is impossible to guarantee fish, but a professional guide should, at the least, have live bait to fish with. He did attempt to catch some beforehand and during our trip with no success. Should have bought some live bait. Fishing with dried squid and trolling for saltwater catfish doesn’t cut it with me. Yes, I did leave him a nice tip. Hal Land

    Hal L. with Sloan S. of Freeport, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    We went out on Reel Fun today and had a blast. Our 3 boys caught fish the entire 2 hour trip and came wait to come back!

    Trey S. with Terry M. of Panama City Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Harry was great. He taught us the way to fish a new area. Explaining to us why the area was hard to fish and tricks to fish new areas. Great experience and will be using Captain Harry again.

    Murray T. with Harry H. of Panama City Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Amazing experience. Captain went above and beyond to help those who weren’t experienced fishers. Wonderful view and scenery. Would definitely do again.

    Carol A. with Terry M. of Panama City Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    It was fantastic. He put us on the fish. We caught several different species of fish. He was very friendly and professional. I will definitely come back and fish with him again..

    Terry L. with Russell F. of Panama City, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Marvin was the perfect captain for our 6- and 9-year-old girls. Very patient and attuned to the kids. Looking forward to our next fishing trip with him!

    Eleanor M. with Marvin G. of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Did the 4 hour morning fishing charter with Captain. I highly recommend this charter. I found out the night before that captain Jason’s son Dylan was going to be taking us out instead of Captain Jason. Dylan was so good with my 11 & 13 year old boys, we learned so much. We couldn’t go on the ocean because it was a windy rough day and we were on a smaller boat. It was only my boys and I plus Captain Dylan. Captain Dylan assured us that there were plenty of big fish to be caught in the bay. One of my boys caught a shark and the other caught some snappers and a saltwater catfish. I caught a 42lb black drum! It was a great father/sons experience.

    Jameson T. with Jason S. of Panama City, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    We had an amazing time and caught lots of fish in less than 2 hours. It was perfect for my 7 year old!

    Sterling M. with Terry M. of Panama City Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Amazing time! Great great great fishing. Knowledgeable crew who love to fish, had us on them all day. Will 100% be back #kingslayer #John #mike

    Delaina L. with John C. of Panama City, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Will was extremely nice and knowledgeable about the local waters. Great guide that cares his clients have a good time.

    Jason D. with Will B. of Panama City Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great trip and caught are limit of red snapper.

    Reid M. with Nick T. of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

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