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Everything to Know About Booking a Panama City tarpon fishing charter

What are the best tarpon fishing charters in Panama City?

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 2 tarpon trips in Panama City, and the most popular trips in the area are Tarpon Fishing guided by Greg and Tarpon Fishing guided by Justin.

Our guides in Panama City are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 3692 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 tarpon guides / fishing lessons in Panama City? Check out our beginner and family friendly tarpon guides in Panama City.

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

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

The most common fishing techniques in Panama City are light tackle fishing, heavy tackle fishing, and live bait fishing but trolling and bottom fishing are popular as well.

How much do Panama City tarpon fishing charters cost?

Prices for tarpon in Panama City can range anywhere from about $780 to $2,200, but the average price for a half day trip for tarpon in Panama City is $904. The average price for a full day trip for tarpon in Panama City is $1,534.

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 tarpon fishing in Panama City?

The most popular season for tarpon fishing in Panama City is summer, and most anglers book their trips 105 days in advance.

Do I need a Panama City fishing license for tarpon and what are the bag limits for tarpon 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

  • ★★★★★
    Tim was great! He made sure we caught lots of fish. The toilet on the boat wasn’t working but I’m still giving 5 stars for Tim!

    Lindsey M. | October 18, 2024

    Trip: 4-8 hr Offshore Fishing (Federal)

  • ★★★★★
    We did not go with Captain Robert. We went with Captain Tim. Captain Robert called me the day before the trip to confirm the fishing trip and our plan for the day. We were to meet at the dock at 6:00. The day of the trip, Captain Robert texted me and said we would leave at 7:00 due to the weather. On the way to the dock, a got a call asking were we still going on the trip. I informed them that we were on the way and I was told to be there at 7:00. When we got to the dock, we had two Captains waiting on us. We were informed that there was a mix up and we were going with Captain Tim. We had to stop and get fuel, ice and bait. We trolled near shore and hooked up with a big fish. A dolphin took our fish. My oldest son got seasick. Water was very rough. We returned my son to shore. We started trolling again. Every time we hooked up with a decent fish, dolphins got our catch. We did catch several Bennita's. Alarm on boat started going off. We checked the motor and Captain called to attempt to trouble shoot. Both motors would not start. Finally got motor started but ran with one motor. We could not go to better bottom fishing spot due to running one motor. We came in early due to one motor and alarm going off constantly. Terrible experience! Screwed up from the start.

    Terry H. | September 3, 2024

    Trip: 4-8 hr Offshore Fishing (Federal)

  • ★★★★★
    The five stars Is not for Robert he was not who took us out the five stars is for Ryan he was awesome. Ryan taught us a lot and was very friendly. Highly recommend going on a trip with Ryan.

    Chandra N. | August 9, 2024

    Trip: 4-8 hr Offshore Fishing (Federal)

  • ★★★★★
    The trip was an incredible and unique experience. The boat was clean and well maintained and Capt Robert was great! He worked hard to make sure we got some fish to take home and taught us fresh water fisherman a thing or 2 about ocean fishing. Absolutely recommend.

    Charles A. | July 12, 2024

    Trip: 4-8 hr Offshore Fishing (Federal)

  • ★★★★★
    5 star for captain experiences . Captain Jayson put my son and I on fish. We caught supper and had a local restaurant in Destin prepare our fish bounty. Highly recommend!

    Chris R. | July 3, 2023

    Trip: Gulf Fishing Fun - 22’ Cape Horn CC

  • ★★★★★
    My som (age 10) and I went out this morning on a 4-hour charter, and we had a fantastic time! Super clean boat with plenty of room, and he knew all the best spots for redfish and trout. Captain Josh was great with my son, and I wouldn't hesitate to book with him again.

    Matthew A. Madison M. | July 27, 2022

    Trip: Half Day Trip - 22’ Century

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