Light Tackle Fishing Charters In Panama City Beach

Head out to hit the reefs and troll the nearshore waters around Panama City Beach for a beautiful day out on the water with Captain Nathan. Spend 5 hours and enjoy a natural bottom or artificial reef fishing trip. If you prefer trolling the waters for pelagics, the captain can accommodate that as well! Captain Nathan will help you target a variety of species including Dorado (Mahi Mahi), Jack Crevalle, Amberjack, Kingfish, Grouper, Wahoo, and much more! Regardless of if you’re a beginner or a seasoned professional, Captain Nathan will lead the way! These trips are great for families, especially because Captain Nathan enjoys teaching the little ones the ropes. You’ll be fishing aboard Captain Nathan's 25' Sea Hunt center console, which is powered by a twin 150 HP Yamahas. She can accommodate up to 6 anglers. Captain Nathan will provide all rods, reels, tackle, and lures. Live bait is included in the price. The fishing license for the whole group is also included. Captain Nathan will fillet and package your fish free of charge at the end of your trip. Feel free to bring food and drinks of your choice as well as a cooler to bring home your day’s catch. Read More

When you step on board with Captain Terry, you're in for the fishing adventure of a lifetime! Whether you're an old hand or a total greenhorn, he'll make sure to get you on the fish and give you the opportunity to hook a lunker! On this trip, you'll focus on the nearshore waters around Panama City Beach, FL. This rich fishery is home to a huge variety of sportfish, including Blacktip Sharks, Bluefish, King Mackerel, Bonito (super fun on light tackle!), Mahi Mahi, Redfish, Spanish Mackerel, and more. To get bites, you'll run trolling gear in combination with drift fishing on light tackle—both really fun ways to get fish hooked! Once a fish is on, hang on for the fight of your life, especially if you hook a shark. You’ll be fishing aboard Captain Terry's 24' SeaPro center console, which is equipped with a 250-HP Yamaha outboard to give you a smooth, fast ride. She's also fully kitted out with a GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Wireless Trolling Motor, Ice Box, and Life Jackets for all passengers. Captain Terry will provide all rods, reels, tackle, and lures. Don’t forget to bring food and drinks for the day, sunscreen, a hat, and a cooler with ice to take home your day’s catch. Come on down to Panama City Beach and make some lifelong memories! Read More

An inshore fishing charter on St. Andrew's Bay, FL is a thrilling fishing adventure! You'll be cruising the shallow waters and estuaries, casting your line in search of a variety of popular fish species. On this trip, you'll be on board Captain Alan's 24' Blazer Bay center console, an ideal vessel for this type of inshore fishing. Once you're out on the water, Alan will take you to hit the best fishing spots for your target species. He knows some real "honey holes" where you'll have a great shot at big numbers, a trophy fish, or both! Although there any many species here, Redfish are definitely the most common target for anglers. Redfish are a top saltwater sportfish in the U.S., and for good reason—they're common, give a great fight, and provide a challenge for every level of angler! Overall, an inshore fishing charter on St. Andrew's Bay, FL is a fun and exhilarating experience that you'll never forget. So, grab your friends and family, and get ready for a day filled with laughter, excitement, and plenty of fish tales to tell! Read More

Hop on board with Captain Justin and prepare for an action-packed day of offshore fishing in the Florida Gulf! The offshore and nearshore waters of Panama City are great for going after some serious fish! You can choose one of five trip options: a 4, 6, 8, 10, or 12-hour trip. Whatever duration you choose, let Captain Justin know what you want to fish and he'll get you set with the location and technique! **4-Hour Trip** Captain Justin will take you to the nearshore waters of Panama City where you'll be trolling for Spanish Mackerel and King Mackerel. **6-Hour Trip** Expect to troll for Bonito and Spanish/King Mackerel or bottom fish for Gag Grouper, Red Grouper and Red Snappers. **8, 10 and 12-Hour Trip** These trips are all about bottom fishing for serious Amberjack, Gag Grouper, Red Grouper and Red Snappers! If you're looking to break some records, these trips are for you! On all of these trips, you’ll be fishing aboard Captain Justin’s 48’ Viking sportfisher with a capacity for 6 people. Powered by two 735 HP Detroit Diesel engines, this monster vessel will have no problem comfortably getting you far off the coast in a hurry! The boat comes equipped with everything you'll need, from GPS and a fishfinder to air conditioning, a bathroom and even a bed. Captain Justin will provide all rods, reels, and tackle. All you need to bring are any food and drinks you might want. These exciting trips can host up to 6 people, so make sure you bring some good company and a camera! Read More

Head out with Captain Greg for an exciting day of inshore fishing! The inshore waters of Panama City Beach are perfect for anglers to catch some picture-worthy fish without going too far from the dock. On this exciting half or full-day trip, Captain Greg will bring you out to the inshore and nearshore waters, backcountry, and flats. Occasionally, you can hit the offshore spots if it’s weather permitting. You'll be targeting Black Drum, Flounder, Gag Grouper, King Mackerel, Mangrove Snapper, Red Snapper, Redfish, Sheepshead, Spanish Mackerel, and Speckled Trout. You can go after these tasty fish with a variety of methods including light tackle, artificial lures, bottom fishing, and fly fishing. Whatever method you want to use or fish you want to catch, Captain Greg will get you the best setup and provide some expert tips! This trip takes place aboard a 22' Sea Chaser bay boat that can fit up to 4 anglers. Powered by a 150 HP Mercury engine, this vessel can cover a lot of water throughout a trip, allowing more fishing time for the clients! On board is all the navigational equipment and safety gear you'll need for a successful trip. She comes equipped with a tower that is key for sight fishing purposes and gives Captain Greg a huge advantage for the purpose of pointing out fish to his anglers. Captain Greg will provide all rods, reels, tackle and live bait. He will happily clean any keepers for an additional charge. We recommend you bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and any food, drinks or motion sickness aid they might need. Climb aboard with Captain Greg for this family-friendly adventure! Read More

Hop on board with Captain Brandon and prepare for an action-packed day of targeting Tarpon! Conveniently located right next to the beautiful Santa Rose Beach, Choctawhatchee Bay offers excellent year-round fishing for the "Silver Kings." These acrobatic fish are known for their scaly, sea monster appearance and high-flying battles on the line. They are some of the most exciting species to catch! On this half day "Silver King" adventure, Captain Brandon will cruise you out to the beach fronts off Santa Rosa Beach looking for rolling tarpon. You can choose to fish artificials or throw live crabs/mullet at these overgrown minnows. But be sure to hold on tight either way. And don't forget to bow to the king when he jumps! On this trip you'll be aboard a 25’ Pathfinder bay boat with a capacity for 4 people. A 300 HP Yamaha engine will get you exactly where the fish are biting in the bay! This do-it-all vessel is complete with GPS, Fishfinder, a Live Bait Well, a Wireless Trolling Motor, and an Ice Box to store your catches. Captain Brandon will happily clean any keepers for no extra charge! Captain Brad will provide all rods, reels, tackle and live bait. All you need to bring is any food and drinks you might want out on the water. These relaxing trips can host up to 4 people, so grab some friends and get out on the water! Read More

Whether you're a seasoned angler or a vacationer looking to experience Florida’s beautiful Emerald Coast, fishing these beautiful waters with Captain Conner is an adventure you'll never forget. Captain Conner is an expert when it comes to inshore sportfishing. He’s been fishing the area for years, and knows exactly how to put you on the fish and help you land them, whether it’s your hundredth catch or your first. You'll be primarily looking for Snook, Drum, Redfish, and Speckled Trout. These classic Florida species are super fun to catch and are great eating as well—especially Redfish! In addition, you'll be able to catch Florida Pompano, Spanish Mackerel, Sheepshead, Flounder, and more out there! Captain Conner runs his trips aboard his 22' Pathfinder center console. She's a versatile boat that can handle all kinds of water, and she sports a 200-HP Yamaha outboard to get you to the fishing grounds fast. She also features top-of-the-line gear and electronics to enhance your trip. The captain will provide everything you need for a blue-ribbon day. All you need to bring is proper clothing, sun protection, and a pair of sunglasses! The fish are biting—what are you waiting for?! Read More

Join Captain Billy out of Panama City Beach, FL for an epic trip focused on catching one of the biggest, baddest, heaviest fish in the Gulf! On this trip, you'll be dropping lines on heavy tackle to attract Goliath Grouper, an absolutely monste species that lurks in nearshore waters all around Florida. The largest Goliath Grouper can grow up to eight feet long and nearly 800 pounds! Although there are record fish out there, you're more likely to see Goliaths in the 100-200 pound range—still nothing to scoff at! To attract bites, you'll be fishing a bunch of different lures and bait, jigging and bottomfishing where the big lunkers like to hang out. Captain Billy has tons of tips and tricks to help you hook a monster, and there's no better opportunity for a personal best than this trip! You’ll be fishing aboard Captain Billy's 22' Cape Horn center console, which is equipped with a 200-HP Yamaha outboard for a smooth, fast ride. She's also fully kitted out with a GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Wireless Trolling Motor, and an Ice Box for your catches! Captain Billy will provide all rods, reels, tackle, and lures. Don’t forget to bring food and drinks for the day, sunscreen, a hat, and a cooler with ice to take home your day’s catch. Come on down to Panama City Beach and make some lifelong memories! Read More

Come have some serious fun and explore some of the most prolific waters in the area with Captain Alicia! You’ll be fishing on board her 55' Defender walkaround, a huge vessel that can take groups of more then twenty! She's equipped with a complete complement of amenities and equipment, including air conditioning, GPS, live wells, and bunkrooms, among other comforts. Regardless of the trip option you choose, you’ll be bottom fishing for some of the biggest species that call these waters home. **8-Hour Trip** Experience deep sea fishing like never before on this offshore excursion off of the Florida Panhandle coast! You'll be going up to 20–25 miles from shore to bottom fish for various species. **10-Hour Trip** This trip is perfect for anglers who love fishing the deep sea! Go 25–35 miles from the coast to bottom fish for various reef species. *12-Hour Trip* On this trip, you'll travel 25–40 miles from shore to target a range of species. Captain Alicia will provide all rods, reels, tackle, lures, a first mate, and live bait will be available for purchase at the local bait barge on the way out, (you can opt to catch it, but it does take 45 minutes to an hour and a half. We do not recommend that on trips less than 10 hours.) Remember to bring food and drinks for the day, a cooler with ice to take home your day’s catch, (fish processing at the dockside market is available for an added fee.) Bring your kids or your angling buddies and head out to a fishing adventure to remember with Captain Alicia! Read More

Take your kids out on the water and get them hooked on fishing! Captain Conner will teach them how to fish in the calm waters of the Choctawhatchee Bay—a perfect place to learn how to cast and retrieve. This is mainly a catch and release trip, but if you catch something worth eating, Captain Conner will clean it and let you take it home for dinner! If you don’t want to keep the fish, he's experienced in CPR fishing – “Catch, Photo, Release”. This way, you’ll ensure you do minimal harm to the fish you catch, which will then be safely released back into its natural habitat. On this easygoing trip, the kiddos will be targeting Black Drum, Flounder, Redfish, Sheepshead, and Speckled Trout. Captain Conner primarily uses live bait, but is happy to use artificial as well. The species you'll target are perfect for beginners and will provide a captivating fishing experience for kids! Captain Conner runs his trips aboard his 22' Pathfinder center console. She's a versatile boat that can handle all kinds of water, and she sports a 200-HP Yamaha outboard to get you to the fishing grounds fast. She also features top-of-the-line gear and electronics to enhance your trip. The captain will provide everything you need for a blue-ribbon day. All you need to bring is proper clothing, sun protection, and a pair of sunglasses! The fish are biting—what are you waiting for?! Read More

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

Take your kids out on the water and get them hooked on fishing! Captain Marvin will teach them how to fish in the calm waters of the Hogtown Bayou and Choctawhatchee Bay—both perfect places to learn how to cast and retrieve. This is mainly a catch and release trip, but if you catch something worth eating, Captain Marvin will filet it and let you take it home for dinner! If you don’t want to keep the fish, Captain Marvin is experienced in CPR fishing – “Catch, Photo, Release”. This way, you’ll ensure you do minimal harm to the fish you catch, which will then be safely released back into its natural habitat. On this easygoing trip, the kiddos will be targeting Black Drum, Flounder, Redfish, Sheepshead, and Speckled Trout. Captain Marvin primarily uses live bait, but is happy to use artificial as well. The species you'll target are perfect for beginners and will provide a captivating fishing experience for kids! From the first-time angler to the skilled professional, Captain Marvin will do his best to keep you on the fish and put a smile on your face. Don't forget to bring your favorite snacks, drinks, and a tip for your guide. All the fishing equipment for your group is provided by the Captain, along with fishing licenses for all occupants of the boat. Book your trip and Captain Marv will take care of the rest! Read More