Guide:

About Your Trip

Water Type

Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

About Your Trip

Come and explore the productive waters of Panama City Beach, Florida with Captain Eric! On this 8-hour adventure, you can expect to find a bunch of species, including Bonito, Kingfish, Mahi Mahi, Sheepshead, Speckled Trout, and more. No matter what you want to target, Captain Eric is more than happy to accommodate!

You’ll be fishing aboard Captain Eric’s 32-foot center console with two 275 HP Mercury engines. This boat is equipped with a GPS, fishfinder, and an Icebox. She can accommodate up to four people.

Don’t forget to bring food and drinks for the day, a cooler to take home your day’s catch, sunscreen, and a hat. Captain Eric will provide all rods, reels, tackle, lures, and live bait. Come visit Panama City Beach and have a super fun time on the water!

Amenities

Water Type

Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 3 days before the trip.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	8 Hours
1 Person	$1,560.00
2 People	$1,560.00
3 People	$1,560.00
4 People	$1,560.00

Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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Book your trip with confidence — We only work with the best local guides that know where to put you on fish.

About Your Guide

Eric W.

Outfitter

Captain Eric started his charter in December 2017 and takes great pride in making his customers happy and even more in love with fishing. The name of his charter is derived from the attributes of Captain Eric’s boat. As Captain Eric states, “she's quick, reliable and a bit different from other boats you might see.”

About Your Guide

Eric W.

Outfitter

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Panama City Beach, Florida

Areas Fished

Panama City Beach

About Your Boat

Boat photo for PCB Full Day Trip - 32' Scarab

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Wellcraft Scarab
Boat Length: 32'
Engine Manufacturer: Mercury Verado

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Wellcraft Scarab
Boat Length: 32'
Engine Manufacturer: Mercury Verado
Total Horsepower: 450
Number of Engines: 2
Additional Amenities: GPS, Fishfinder, Ice Box

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 3 days before the trip.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

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Get it while it's HOT!
This species is in play.
You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
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Techniques

Bottom Fishing
Drift Fishing
Heavy Tackle Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Trolling

Everything Else to Know

Extra Snacks and Drinks, Dramamine, Weather Appropriate Gear, Sun Protection, Camera, Plastic bag for electronics. NO Glass, No Black Soled Shoes, No Spray sunscreen. Rods, Reels, Tackle, Bait, Ice, Water included.

You're all set! You don't need to buy a license for this trip.

This trip is managed by an outfitter. Eric will be your point of contact and you will go out with one of their guides.

We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).

Cancel for free up to 3 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 3 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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We vet our guides and only partner with the best of the best. Our guides do their very best to keep you safe, show you a great time, and send you home with a memorable experience shared with family and friends.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, bait, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

After booking your trip, we'll connect you directly with your guide to discuss additional details. In the meantime, our team is here to answer any questions via email, text, or phone.