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About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

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

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for an additional fee.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Live Bait

Live bait is provided for an additional fee.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

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

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

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

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	8 Hours
1 Person	$1,265.00
2 People	$1,265.00
3 People	$1,265.00
4 People	$1,265.00
5 People	$1,265.00
6 People	$1,265.00

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About Your Guide

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John H.

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Independent Guide 13 years of exp.

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Instructional

Laid-back

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Quality

About Your Guide

John H.

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide 13 years of exp.

Fishing out of Panama City, and Panama city Beach FL, Captain John will make sure you have an enjoyable day on the water. No matter how experienced you are, you’ll find a worthy opponent around these fisheries. Come chase Spanish Mackerel and Shark, or go after Snapper, Grouper, Amberjack, and Mahi.

Captain John has been fishing for 35 years and has been taking people fishing forever. He is local to the area and loves seeing his customers get their dream catch. Your safety onboard is Captain John’s top priority and he will also work to turn your fishing trip into a lasting memory. You will decide how you want to spend the day on the water but the captain will help out with any questions about techniques and species available.

You will be fishing from a 28’ Cape Horn center console powered by twin 300 HP Yamaha engines. She features navigational electronics and has room for up to six anglers. The boat features a live bait well, has a large ice box, carries Penn gear, as well as one electric reel for the elderly or anglers with disabilities when requested.

Fishing trips with Capt. John will see you fishing inshore and offshore. You can choose to explore inshore fisheries or head into the bay slow trolling for Mackerel, or bottom fishing for Snapper and Grouper.

You can purchase live bait on board. Catch cleaning may be available, but you best talk to the captain about it. Trips normally leave out of Bayside Marina on Panama City Beach, but pickups at other areas may be arranged. The captain also runs specials throughout the year, so please check back.

We can accommodate anglers of any level of fishing experience. You can use all types of bait and fishing styles to get the best chance for the best catch. Capt. John will work to make you happy and give you a trip of a lifetime. Hope you come back again to go after a bigger one! Fishing it's what we do.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

125lb Amberjack or 14ft shark

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Steak

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

125lb Amberjack or 14ft shark

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Steak

Whats your favorite band?

Penn

Whats your favorite movie?

Dune

Whats your drink of choice?

Lime Gatorade

What was your last halloween costume?

Hulk

What do you want for Christmas this year?

A happy family.

How did you get started guiding?

Love of fishing and pleasing people

What makes you different from other guides?

We care about the customers and we want them to do well. Its not about the money it's about the experience.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Your guide can be flexible with your start location.

You can work with your guide after booking to set a more specific start location in the area.

Panama City Beach, Florida

Areas Fished

Panama City Beach

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Cape Horn
Boat Length: 28'
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Cape Horn
Boat Length: 28'
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 600
Number of Engines: 2
Additional Amenities: Live well fish boxes beanbags radio and a new trolling motor with spotlock

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Deep Sea, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for an additional fee.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Live Bait

Live bait is provided for an additional fee.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

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

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

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

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

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You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
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Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Bottom Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Drift Fishing
Heavy Tackle Fishing
Jigging
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Trolling

Everything Else to Know

Sunscreen glasses hat a towel drinks and snacks and a tip for the deckhand. Live bait will be provided for an additional fee, and fish cleaning will cost .75 cents per lb whole weight. All safety and fishing gear provided.

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

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.

Reviews

4.8

based on 15 reviews

Angela

Verified Review

July 5

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

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July 5

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.

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Trip: Chasin’ Tails 6 Hour Trip

Response from John:

Thank you'll can't wait to do it again

Response from John:

Thank you'll can't wait to do it again

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Jeremy

Verified Review

August 1

On August 1st. My 15 year old son and I went out with Captain John John on a 3 hour shark trip. We caught 9 sharks and multiple other fish. We had a great time. Captain John John works hard and knows what he’s doing. He was very safety conscious and I would absolutely recommend him. Hopefully we will be able to catch up with him on our next trip.

Jeremy

Verified Review

August 1

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Trip: Panama City Shark Spectacular

Jacqueline

Verified Review

July 22

Captain John John and deck hand Drew were awesome. It was exactly what my son and I were looking for.

Jacqueline

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July 22

Captain John John and deck hand Drew were awesome. It was exactly what my son and I were looking for.

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Trip: Panama City Shark Spectacular

Jeffrey

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July 16

Had a really good trip. Caught several shark and other types of fish as well. John and Drew were fun and knowledgeable.

Jeffrey

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July 16

Had a really good trip. Caught several shark and other types of fish as well. John and Drew were fun and knowledgeable.

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Trip: Panama City Shark Spectacular

Trent

Verified Review

July 4

Had a great time with Captain jack and his deckhand . We went shark fishing caught 4 small ones and had something big on the line but it broke the line .

Trent

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July 4

Had a great time with Captain jack and his deckhand . We went shark fishing caught 4 small ones and had something big on the line but it broke the line .

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Trip: Panama City Shark Spectacular

Greg

Verified Review

July 2

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

Verified Review

July 2

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Eric

Verified Review

March 6

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

Verified Review

March 6

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Delaina

Verified Review

July 18

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

Verified Review

July 18

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

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Response from John:

Thank you'll. We work hard for you'll. Can't wait to get you'll back on the water

Response from John:

Thank you'll. We work hard for you'll. Can't wait to get you'll back on the water

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Kyrie

Verified Review

March 15

The best fishing trip ever! Caught a 6’ 160 lb shark and approx 80 fish.

Kyrie

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March 15

The best fishing trip ever! Caught a 6’ 160 lb shark and approx 80 fish.

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Trip: 12 hr Extended Deep Sea Trip

Response from John:

Thank you'll can't wait to do it again

Response from John:

Thank you'll can't wait to do it again

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Michael

Verified Review

July 10

I had an amazing time with captain John and his deck hand. They were very knowledgeable. I caught a hammerhead, shark and three smaller sharks. Definitely would recommend them. Very cool experience.

Michael

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July 10

I had an amazing time with captain John and his deck hand. They were very knowledgeable. I caught a hammerhead, shark and three smaller sharks. Definitely would recommend them. Very cool experience.

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Trip: Panama City Shark Spectacular

Mike

Verified Review

June 10

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

Verified Review

June 10

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Trip: Panama City Inshore

Jose

Verified Review

August 12

Captain John and is mate did an excellent job in making sure my family had a very good experience in the golf fishing.
Withing the first hours we already had all of the fish we could take. I would give it a 6 star but it looks like it's not possible so 5 it is.
If you are still thinking about booking with Cap John don't think twice just go for it, him and is mate will...

Jose

Verified Review

August 12

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Trip: Chasin’ Tails 6 Hour Trip

Debbie

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June 11

Disappointing! They did not get one bite the whole time. I was hoping for a small refund of some kind. The boys had looked forward to this and to not see a shark or get a bite really let them down. Would love to try again next year.

Debbie

Verified Review

June 11

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Trip: Panama City Shark Spectacular

Hope

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June 7

John and Tyler were phenomenal during our shark fishing adventure! We caught 4 sharks and had 3 additional ones that got away. It was a fantastic experience!!!

Hope

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June 7

John and Tyler were phenomenal during our shark fishing adventure! We caught 4 sharks and had 3 additional ones that got away. It was a fantastic experience!!!

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Trip: Panama City Shark Spectacular

Dan

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May 29

It would have been nice to be able to reschedule or adjust the trip in some way due to high winds. Couldn’t bottom fish in the weather we had. Very disappointing trip. I moved the day I originally set up at the captain request. The day that I originally set up the ocean was super calm

Dan

Verified Review

May 29

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Trip: Chasin’ Tails 6 Hour Trip

Response from John:

Weather was rough on the original date as well we had been dealing with storms and rough weather. Also I did cut the cost of the trip due to rough fishing. I do apologize for the weather but I did offer to cancel all together as well with no cost to you.

Response from John:

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Response from Captain Experiences:

Hey Dan, thanks for this feedback. We do trust our Captains to make the best judgement calls with the weather information they have at the time. Safety is their number one priority, and Captain John was kind enough to offer a discount on a future trip with him. I hope that you will call us so that we can try again for better weather this time around!

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