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Inshore Fishing Charter in Santa Rosa Beach

Inshore Insanity

100% (2) Guided by Hunter
24 ft 1 - 6 People From $400
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing Charter in Panama City Beach

Surf Fishing

100% (2) Guided by Max
1 - 8 People From $350
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Panama City Beach

Panama City Inshore

93% (15) Guided by John
28 ft 1 - 6 People From $720
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing Charter in Panama City Beach

After Work/School Surf Fishing

100% (2) Guided by Max
1 - 8 People From $350
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Panama City

Live Action Offshore - 48’ Viking

83% (6) Managed by Justin
48 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,200
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Panama City Beach

Chasin’ Tails 6 Hour Trip

93% (15) Guided by John
28 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,025
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Panama City Beach

PCB Fish Frenzy

100% (1) Guided by Dustin
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $600
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Santa Rosa Beach

30A Inshore Slam

100% (4) Guided by Marvin
22 ft 1 - 4 People From $600
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Nearshore Fishing Charter in Panama City Beach

Spanish Mackerel Trolling

67% (3) Guided by Jim
25 ft 1 - 6 People From $600
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Panama City

Reelin' In Red Snapper

NEW Guided by Ryan
32 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,700
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in Panama City

Kids Fishing Trips

NEW Guided by Keith
22 ft 1 - 4 People From $550
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter in Panama City

Panama City Red Snapper Special

100% (3) Guided by Brian
36 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,140
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Everything to Know About Booking a Panama City Beach live bait fishing charter

What are the best live bait fishing charters in Panama City Beach?

The best live bait fishing charters in Panama City Beach are:

Why should I book a live bait fishing charter in Panama City Beach with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 40 live bait fishing trips in Panama City Beach, and the most popular trips in the area are Inshore Insanity guided by Hunter, Panama City Inshore guided by John, and Surf fishing guided by Max.

Our guides in Panama City Beach are rated a 4.65 out of 5 based on 3716 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 live bait fishing guides / fishing lessons in Panama City Beach? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Panama City Beach.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common in Panama City Beach?

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

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Panama City Beach are: 1. redfish, 2. red snapper, 3. gag grouper, 4. speckled trout, and 5. mahi mahi.

How much do Panama City Beach live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Panama City Beach can range anywhere from about $600 to $3,275, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Panama City Beach is $793. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Panama City Beach is $2,205.

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 live bait fishing charter in Panama City Beach?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Panama City Beach is summer, and most anglers book their trips 23 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Great people! Was very helping on the trip even with 3 kids. Always on point to keep bait on the line to keep the kids going! Very choppy but was all in all a great trip and do it again!

    Robbi H. | October 11, 2024

    Trip: Summer Bottom Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Nathan was great as our captain. Took us right to the fish!

    Stephen M. | September 20, 2024

    Trip: PCB Reefs and Trolling

  • ★★★★★
    Captain John was the absolute BEST and the guys had the most memorable day fishing with him! They are already planning to do another day out with Captain John.

    Angela M. | August 5, 2024

    Trip: Chasin’ Tails 6 Hour Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great day and fish caught!

    Thomas M. | August 1, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Insanity

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip, captain was very accommodating for me and my friends. He made the day fun even though the fishing wasn’t great. Kept trying to get us on the fish even though the bite was tough.

    Trent H. | July 18, 2024

    Trip: PCB Reefs and Trolling

  • ★★★★★
    Wyatt was a great captain! The fish were out but we only landed one - nonetheless, it was still a great trip!! We plan to book again with Wyatt if we can!

    Malory B. | July 6, 2024

    Trip: PCB Slammin’ - 22’

  • ★★★★★
    Nate and Patrick were AWESOME!!!! Great with the kids. They had a fantastic time fishing

    Maureen B. | July 5, 2024

    Trip: PCB Reefs and Trolling

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time with capt John. He put us on a ton of fish. Him and his deck hand Drew worked hard keeping all 5 of us baited up and fishing the entire time . We caught a boat load of great fish. Will definitely call on his services again!

    Greg G. | July 3, 2024

    Trip: 8hr PC Bottom Fishing and MORE

  • ★★★★★
    Hunter was our guide for the trip and was a pleasure to fish with. Very knowledgeable. New where to go, took care of our 2 teenage boys from baiting all our hooks to untangling the boys quite a few times with a smile. We enjoyed the trip and will be calling again ne t year when we come back.

    Jeffrey B. | June 29, 2024

    Trip: Inshore Insanity

  • ★★★★★
    Great guys and they put us on the fish. Couldn’t have asked for a better trip

    Nicholas H. | June 18, 2024

    Trip: PCB Reefs and Trolling

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time. Captain John John and the deckhand Drew were very courteous and friendly. The bite was slow but they did everything they could to put us on fish. We ended up with a good catch and everyone had a great time. We will definitely be back next year.

    Mike K. | June 14, 2024

    Trip: Panama City Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time with Jimmy on the water today, he put us on the fish and we had a great time catching tons of speckled trout. Had two teenage girls with me and they had a great time also and Jimmy kept it light and entertaining the whole time. Couldn’t have asked for more. Will definitely look to have another trip with him soon. Thanks

    David P. | June 12, 2024

    Trip: Destin / PCB Fishing Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great trip out with Captain Marvin. He was great with the kids and helpful with tips and observations well beyond what he needed to be.

    Matt B. | June 2, 2024

    Trip: 30A Kids Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Max was a great guide. Made the trip fun and was friendly and knowledgable. We’d fish with Max again.

    Joel D. | May 26, 2024

    Trip: Surf fishing

  • ★★★★★
    We were looking for a different kind of fishing trip and found it - we loved the surf fishing experience with Capt Max! He is a professional in every sense - he reached out to ensure we knew what to expect and where to meet. The beach location was easy to find & park and he had chairs & water waiting for us. Capt Max is very personable - loved hearing his story! The surf was very rough so we didn’t have high expectations, but Capt Max worked hard to find fish! We caught three nice pompano which he cleaned for us on the beach (they were delicious by the way!). Plus, we were treated to a beautiful sunset! What’s not to love?! No early morning, no bouncing around on a boat, spending time on the beach, great sunset, and a tasty dinner - perfect start to a beach vacay! Can’t wait to do it again and a big thank you to Capt Max!

    Steven K. | May 23, 2024

    Trip: Surf fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Capt. Jimmy is great! Kept us on fish the entire time. Thanks

    John W. | May 8, 2024

    Trip: Destin / PCB Fishing Adventure

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

    Michael W. | March 28, 2024

    Trip: PCB Fish Frenzy

  • ★★★★★
    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. | March 9, 2024

    Trip: 8hr PC Bottom Fishing and MORE

  • ★★★★★
    Captain was great ,deckhand was even better! Weather was not with us still caught a few fish a lot of time looking, boat needs maintenance

    William B. | March 8, 2024

    Trip: PCB Spring/Fall Bottom Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    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. | October 13, 2023

    Trip: Freeport Inshore Trip

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