About Your Trip

Water Type

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

If you’re ready for a high-energy day filled with big bites and nonstop action, join Captain Richard out of Panama City Beach for an unforgettable Florida State Water Red Snapper trip! These waters are home to one of the most prized fish in the Gulf, and when Snapper season opens up, the action is hot and the smiles come easy.

This 5 to 8-hour adventure focuses on light tackle fishing for Red Snapper—an exciting and hands-on way to hook into these hard-fighting fish. While Red Snapper is the star of the show, Captain Richard keeps things flexible and will also target other in-season species like Grouper or Kingfish when available. Whether you're dropping baits over reefs or bottom fishing nearshore structure, you'll stay on the bite throughout the trip.

This experience is especially fun for kids and newer anglers, thanks to the lighter tackle and fast-paced action. Captain Richard is great with families and knows how to keep everyone engaged and reeling!

You’ll be fishing aboard a 25’ Rampage center console powered by a reliable engine and outfitted with all the gear you need. The boat is equipped with an ice box to keep your catch fresh and provides a safe, stable ride for up to four anglers.

All rods, reels, tackle, and live bait are included in the trip, along with fishing licenses—so all you need to bring is your crew, your favorite snacks and drinks, and a sense of adventure. Whether it’s your first time chasing Snapper or a return trip for more red-hot action, Captain Richard will make sure it’s a trip to remember.

Amenities

Water Type

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.

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 up to 14 days before the trip.

Boat Restroom

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

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	5 Hours	6 Hours	8 Hours
1 Person	$1,200.00	$1,400.00	$1,600.00
2 People	$1,200.00	$1,400.00	$1,600.00
3 People	$1,200.00	$1,400.00	$1,600.00
4 People	$1,200.00	$1,400.00	$1,600.00
5 People (Second Boat)	$2,400.00	$2,800.00	$3,200.00
6 People (Second Boat)	$2,400.00	$2,800.00	$3,200.00
7 People (Second Boat)	$2,400.00	$2,800.00	$3,200.00
8 People (Second Boat)	$2,400.00	$2,800.00	$3,200.00

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

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About Your Guide

Richard D.

Independent Guide

About Your Guide

Richard D.

Independent Guide

Capt. Richard will do his best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. This involves 2 to 8-hour trips, mainly fishing for Snapper, King Mackerel, Amberjack, Dolphin, Grouper, and Cobia, depending on the season and conditions on the day. On these trips, you can expect to use techniques such as light tackle, bottom fishing, trolling, fly fishing, big game fishing, and jigging.

Your fishing adventure starts on a 24’ Rampage boat that can safely take up to 4 anglers. This boat comes with an ice-box.

All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. Your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the day.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Panama City Beach, Florida

Areas Fished

Gulf of Mexico (Gulf of America)

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Florida State Water Red Snapper

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Rampage
Year Built: 1987
Boat Length: 25'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Rampage
Year Built: 1987
Boat Length: 25'
Boat Restroom: No
Engine Manufacturer: Volvo
Total Horsepower: 200
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: Livewell, icebox, spotlight, trolling motor, and all the fishing and tackle needed

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

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.

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 up to 14 days before the trip.

Boat Restroom

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

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

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Techniques

Bottom Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing

Everything Else to Know

We suggest all guest bring a small cooler with food, snacks, and drinks.

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 14 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 14 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

5.0

based on 1 review

Chris

Verified Review

May 30

Great trip with Captain Kevin!

Chris

Verified Review

May 30

Great trip with Captain Kevin!

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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.

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