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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

Our 4 hour, offshore fishing trip starts at 7 am or 1 pm out of JDF Marina in Panama City Beach. We will mainly target reef fish like Red Snapper, Triggerfish, and Grouper, but could also catch several other species like Amberjack, King Mackerel, Bonita, and Mahi Mahi. Most of the time will be spent fishing bait on the bottom, but we could also troll. This is entirely up to the clients.

We fish from a 2024 Sportsman 282TE, with twin 300 Yamahas. This allows us to fish 6 comfortably and get to the fishing spots quickly! The boat is equipped with a head so you can do your business in private. We also provide an icebox with water, but you are welcome to bring any drinks or snacks you like, alcohol is allowed.

All tackle, bait, and fishing licenses are provided. Don't forget to bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and anything you might like to keep you comfortable while on the water.

Amenities

Water Type

Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

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.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 6 days before the trip.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	4 Hours
1 Person	$1,000.00
2 People	$1,000.00
3 People	$1,000.00
4 People	$1,000.00
5 People	$1,000.00
6 People	$1,000.00

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

Certified Damn Good Guides offer 10/10 trips. Guides earn this badge through quality reviews, quick and responsive communication, and low cancellation rates.

Max W.

Certified Damn Good Guide

Certified Damn Good Guides offer 10/10 trips. Guides earn this badge through quality reviews, quick and responsive communication, and low cancellation rates.

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Quality

Raised around the outdoors, Captain Max developed a love for hunting and fishing from an early age. After moving down to the Emerald Coast for work and realizing the natural resources this area has to offer, the idea for a guide company was conceived. In 2024, Captain Max officially started his Guide Company, turning a passion into a career.

About Your Guide

Max W.

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Amberjack

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

Country-fried Steak

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Amberjack

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

Country-fried Steak

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Panama City Beach, Florida

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Sportsman
Year Built: 2024
Boat Length: 28'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Sportsman
Year Built: 2024
Boat Length: 28'
Engine Manufacturer: Yamaha
Total Horsepower: 600
Number of Engines: 2
Additional Amenities: toilet, 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.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

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.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 6 days before the trip.

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

Bottom Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Heavy Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Trolling

Everything Else to Know

We provide an icebox with water, all tackle, gear, and fishing licenses. Guests should bring sunscreen, sunglasses, 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 6 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 6 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 3 reviews

Andy

Verified Review

October 17

Max is the man! Had a great day chasing reds in the flats and creeks. 10/10 will be booking with Max next year!!!

Andy

Verified Review

October 17

Max is the man! Had a great day chasing reds in the flats and creeks. 10/10 will be booking with Max next year!!!

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Trip: 8-Hour Inshore

Gary

Verified Review

July 18

Great time with a great guide enjoyed the trip, the music and the captain very much. Fishing was a little slow but that’s because it’s fishing.

Gary

Verified Review

July 18

Great time with a great guide enjoyed the trip, the music and the captain very much. Fishing was a little slow but that’s because it’s fishing.

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Jacob

Verified Review

July 14

Max was awesome! Trip provided fund for the whole family.

Jacob

Verified Review

July 14

Max was awesome! Trip provided fund for the whole family.

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Captain Experiences is home to 1,600+ quality, vetted fishing and hunting guides across the US and beyond. Our mission is to Unlock the Outdoors by making it quick and easy to book the trip of a lifetime every time with our Damn Good Guides.

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.