Florida Panhandle Fishing Charters

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Florida Panhandle: 563 fishing charters available
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4.8 / 5
(191 reviews)
Santa Rosa Beach
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trips from US $375
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4.9 / 5
(212 reviews)
Santa Rosa Beach
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trips from US $385
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(114 reviews)
Panama City Beach
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trips from US $550
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5.0 / 5
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Panama City Beach
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trips from US $600
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4.8 / 5
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Gulf Shores
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trips from US $450
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Panama City Beach
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trips from US $600
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5.0 / 5
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Panama City Beach
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trips from US $600
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4.9 / 5
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Panama City Beach
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trips from US $490
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Panama City Beach
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trips from US $575
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4.9 / 5
(87 reviews)
Shalimar
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trips from US $500

Frequently Asked Questions about Fishing Charters in Florida Panhandle

According to customer reviews, some of the most popular fishing charters in Florida Panhandle are: Full list of top fishing charters in Florida Panhandle

The average price for a private 4 hour Florida Panhandle fishing trip is US $752, while an 8 hour private trip will cost you US $1,642 based on prices on FishingBooker.com.

Fishing charters in Florida Panhandle that received great reviews from families are:



The top 3 types of fishing in Florida Panhandle are:

Many fishing charters in Florida Panhandle provide rods, reels and tackle. Some of the top rated are:

According to customer reviews on FishingBooker.com, some of the best rated charter captains in Florida Panhandle are:

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Some of the fishing trips offered by fishing charters in Florida Panhandle are:
  • 2-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $378
  • 3-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $538
  • 4-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $715
  • 5-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $860
  • 6-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,033
  • 8-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,353
  • 10-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $1,888
  • 12-hour fishing trips โ€“ US $2,150

Fishing in Florida Panhandle

You’ve probably already heard about the excellent angling action the “Sunshine State” has to offer. But did you know that one of the best ways to experience it is through a Florida Panhandle fishing adventure? From shallow flats to deep offshore waters, this northwestern region has something to whet the appetite of any visitor. 
 
Hit the Apalachee Bay’s flats, the Apalachicola Bay’s oyster beds, or the Choctawhatchee Bay’s brackish waters and there’s no end to what you can catch. Go after Bull Redfish, Spotted Seatrout, and delicious Mackerel, Snappers, Flounder, and Sheephead, along with tough-fighting beasts such as Tarpon, when the season hits. With trips lasting anywhere from two to ten hours, there’s something for everybody. 
 
But no Florida Panhandle fishing trip would be complete without a visit to the Gulf. All along the coast, charters are waiting to take you to the reefs and deep waters beyond to get your hands on some true trophies. Groupers, Cobia, Amberjack, Red Snapper, Wahoo, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Marlin, Sailfish – you name it, these waters have it. Make the most of these incredible fishing grounds and spend up to a few days on the water. 
 
Nicknamed the “Luckiest Fishing Village in the World,” Destin is your go-to stop for an offshore voyage. Meanwhile, you can head on an inshore trip from anywhere along the coast. If you’re looking to hit the reefs, then Panama City and Port St. Joe are your best bets but, wherever you are, you can’t go wrong!

 

Rules & Regulations

Fishing with a Florida Panhandle fishing charter means that your license is covered, so that’s one less thing to worry about. Going out with a professional guide will also make sure you’re fishing within the law, such as practicing catch and release on Tarpon, or only targeting Red Snapper during its short season. 
Florida Panhandle
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Based on 28443 reviews by FishingBooker anglers

Florida Panhandle Fishing Seasons

January

Start your year off in the right way by experiencing some Panhandle angling action! Explore the reefs for Snapper and Grouper, or hook Redfish and Trout in one of the many bays.

February

This is the perfect time to target Bull Redfish and have some of the Gulf’s most productive inshore waters all to yourself! If you prefer bottom fishing, the reefs are swarming with Snapper.

March

It’s still too cold for pelagic fishing, but if you’re looking to test your stamina, you can target the first Cobia around the Gulf’s reefs. Inshore, you can hook Redfish and Trout in the bays.

April

If you’re targeting Speckled Trout and Redfish, April sees even more of these species flocking to the Panhandle’s bays and shallow coastal waters. Cobia appear by the reefs in full force, too.

May

Pelagic species start arriving offshore, and huge Groupers can be hooked around the reefs. Inshore fishing for Bull Redfish and Trout remains as strong as ever, and Cobia are still putting up a fight.

June
Tarpon season is well and truly here! Come bow to the “Silver King” along the Gulf’s shallow coastal waters. Big game fishing more your thing? Troll offshore for hard-fighting Mahi Mahi.
 
July

If you’ve got your sights set on inshore fishing, head to one of the Panhandle’s numerous bays, which are still full of fish. Offshore enthusiasts can chase Mahi Mahi, Marlin, Tuna, and more in the deep.

August

Red Snapper can be found around the Panhandle’s reefs, if the season still allows, while huge Redfish and Flounder are in the bays’ deeper waters. Offshore, troll for Marlin, Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, Sharks, and more.

September

The weather is still warm and the Panhandle’s fishing is red hot. Hook Redfish and Trout in the bays, fish the reefs for Grouper and Snapper, or target big game species offshore. You’re spoiled for choice!

October

October means one thing when it comes to inshore fishing – huge Bull Reds! Hit the bays to get your fill, or you can head to the reefs to find some Grouper Snapper species. It's all about filling the freezer!

November
Flats fishing in the bays and along the Gulf’s coast takes center stage in November, with this being the time to hook tasty Flounder. Bring along a cooler, as the chances are that you’ll fill it to the brim.
December

Why not round off the year with some exciting fishing? Although the temperature is cooler, Speckled Trout and Redfish fishing inshore is still hot, while you can also sink your hok into the last of the Flounders.

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What anglers said about fishing in Florida Panhandle

I believe itโ€™s not the best time of year for fishing in Destin but we still caught lots of fish
Excellent
5.0 / 5
I believe itโ€™s not the best time of year for fishing in Destin but we still caught lots of fish
850 Chartersโ€”Capt. Jared
850 Chartersโ€”Capt. Jared
Spring time you need to get a charter boat for sure and get on the sheepshead. Very tough fish to catch but lot of fun when you get ahold of one.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Spring time you need to get a charter boat for sure and get on the sheepshead. Very tough fish to catch but lot of fun when you get ahold of one.
Emerald
Emerald "C" Fishing Charters
Donโ€™t be obsessed with the amount of time out fishing. Get an experience boat captain and go catch fish!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Donโ€™t be obsessed with the amount of time out fishing. Get an experience boat captain and go catch fish!
Dawn Patrol Charters
Dawn Patrol Charters
Little cool early but warmed up quick. Guide cleaned the Spanish macs and we took them to the boathouse oyster bar and they blackened them and made fish tacos was excellent.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Little cool early but warmed up quick. Guide cleaned the Spanish macs and we took them to the boathouse oyster bar and they blackened them and made fish tacos was excellent.
One More Last Cast
One More Last Cast
Check the weather. It was cooler than normal. Fish was just not biting very much
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Check the weather. It was cooler than normal. Fish was just not biting very much
Another Last Cast
Another Last Cast
If it is overcast the day of the trip, wear appropriate clothing (jacket/sweater) as the ride out can be a little cool.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If it is overcast the day of the trip, wear appropriate clothing (jacket/sweater) as the ride out can be a little cool.
Reel Way Fishing Charters
Reel Way Fishing Charters
Without a doubt, book with Southern Sun Fishing Charters. Even with such an overcast, and being a foggy day, Captain Charlie took the time to hit multiple points to make sure he put us on the fish.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Without a doubt, book with Southern Sun Fishing Charters. Even with such an overcast, and being a foggy day, Captain Charlie took the time to hit multiple points to make sure he put us on the fish.
Southern Sun Fishing Charters
Southern Sun Fishing Charters
Prepare for the weather and depending on season, later March may be better.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Prepare for the weather and depending on season, later March may be better.
Destin Inshore Charters
Destin Inshore Charters
A great experience fishing for in season salt water fish. Nice weather too.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
A great experience fishing for in season salt water fish. Nice weather too.
Pisces Fishing & Adventures LLC
Pisces Fishing & Adventures LLC Menifee, California
Be patient and understand that you won't catch fish every day at every spot.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Be patient and understand that you won't catch fish every day at every spot.
On The Bite Fishing Charters
On The Bite Fishing Charters
Listen to your Captains and their experience on what to do, where to go, and the weather.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Listen to your Captains and their experience on what to do, where to go, and the weather.
Sparkling Water Charters
Sparkling Water Charters
If you're going in March don't expect a lot of them to be in season. Expect to catch your bait and have fun doing it. These Captains know where to find fish and put you on them. What kind you catch is a wonderful mystery. Have fun.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
If you're going in March don't expect a lot of them to be in season. Expect to catch your bait and have fun doing it. These Captains know where to find fish and put you on them. What kind you catch is a wonderful mystery. Have fun.
Sparkling Water Charters
Sparkling Water Charters
Keep your expectations real. Make it as much about the overall experience as much as the expectations of fish.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Keep your expectations real. Make it as much about the overall experience as much as the expectations of fish.
Double C Charters
Double C Charters
March was a comfortable time to go fishing, but you can't keep the red snapper or grouper until summer. We had to throw back at least a dozen or more red snapper. If you catch your limit of vermillion snapper within 4 hours, spend the last hour or two going after amberjack and grouper. These big fish are a fun fight.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
March was a comfortable time to go fishing, but you can't keep the red snapper or grouper until summer. We had to throw back at least a dozen or more red snapper. If you catch your limit of vermillion snapper within 4 hours, spend the last hour or two going after amberjack and grouper. These big fish are a fun fight.
Blue Water Connection โ€“ Reelistic
Blue Water Connection โ€“ Reelistic
We had no trouble catching fish because our boat captain is very knowledgeable and knew where the fish were biting.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We had no trouble catching fish because our boat captain is very knowledgeable and knew where the fish were biting.
Wild Red Charters
Wild Red Charters
Just know what you can catch in the season youโ€™re booking. Thatโ€™ll set the appropriate expectations for the day.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Just know what you can catch in the season youโ€™re booking. Thatโ€™ll set the appropriate expectations for the day.
State Line Charters And Guide
State Line Charters And Guide
Understand that depending on the size of the boat and what is in season, you might need to adjust your expectations but you'll have a good time regardless.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Understand that depending on the size of the boat and what is in season, you might need to adjust your expectations but you'll have a good time regardless.
Salty Cโ€™s Charters
Salty Cโ€™s Charters Panama City, Florida
We had a great overall experience. Just check what's in season if you have specific targets in mind.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We had a great overall experience. Just check what's in season if you have specific targets in mind.
850 Charters
850 Charters
Trust the captain, and enjoy the ride. We caught a great amount of fish, it just took a couple spots to find them (as with any fishing)
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Trust the captain, and enjoy the ride. We caught a great amount of fish, it just took a couple spots to find them (as with any fishing)
Last Cast Charters
Last Cast Charters
Research what the best fishing times of year are and make sure your expectations align with that. We knew we werenโ€™t going at a good time to catch things to take home, but our trip was for fun and memories, and that is what we had!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Research what the best fishing times of year are and make sure your expectations align with that. We knew we werenโ€™t going at a good time to catch things to take home, but our trip was for fun and memories, and that is what we had!
Eagle Express Charters
Eagle Express Charters

How did anglers rate fishing charters in Florida Panhandle?

Legal Limits Outdoors
Legal Limits Outdoors
Fishing charter in Pensacola
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(28 reviews)
Such a great experience for my son and I to get out in the water and rub elbows with captain Lance. Great guy to share stories with, and shared his technical expertise with my son (who had plenty of questions). Definitely 100% worth it just for the experience. Plus we caught a bunch of fish and got what seemed to be a private Blue Angels show! Now I only have to figure out how to cook these fish up right!
Jamie  T.
Jamie T.
Big John of Florida Charter Boat
Big John of Florida Charter Boat
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(46 reviews)
Highly recommend. Awesome trip awesome atmosphere and Brian was great and beyond helpful. Captain got us on fish and Denis was top notch. Will definitely come back
Mike  M.
Mike M.
Beaverโ€™s Guide Service โ€“ Bay Boat
Beaverโ€™s Guide Service โ€“ Bay Boat
Fishing charter in Santa Rosa Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(16 reviews)
Cpt. Alex was awesome today and would find a new location when the fish stopped biting. He did great with two 9 year olds asking a million question's along with the dads who kept getting snapping the line. Would highly recommend.
Mike  P.
Mike P.
Nothin' Matters
Nothin' Matters
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(121 reviews)
We had a great half day. Caught some fish with a great crew. Iโ€™ll fish with them again.
Blake  K.
Blake K.
All Out Fishing Charters โ€“ 24'
All Out Fishing Charters โ€“ 24'
Fishing charter in Shalimar
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(236 reviews)
Great trip for kids! Cody went out of his way to make sure we caught fish and had a good time!
Adam  W.
Adam W.
Great Southern Fishing Charters
Great Southern Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Orange Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(298 reviews)
It is always hard to book an excursion in a location you have never been, but this fishing trip was exactly as advertised. Ben was very professional and educated us during the entire trip. He was very attentive and helpful to us and our son. We would definitely recommend this trip to anyone.
Kyle  W.
Kyle W.
Reel Addiction 2 Charters
Reel Addiction 2 Charters
Fishing charter in Panama City Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(114 reviews)
Tough fishing but captain Jim and his first mate were nice and fun guys to fish with. Although fish didn't cooperate they were still able to get us a few fish. They tried very hard to make sure we got fish despite the conditions. Thanks I'll definitely book again when I come back.
Jacob  O.
Jacob O.
Fish and Fun Destin - 2023 Sportsman 31'
Fish and Fun Destin - 2023 Sportsman 31'
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(40 reviews)
Captain Blake was great and extremely fun for my brother myself and my daughter. He worked hard to make sure are trip was exciting and caught as much fish as possible. Really down to earth guy who would be a great captain for any occasion. Could not recommend highly enough!
David  V.
David V.
Executive Saltwater Charters - 31'T Cape Horn
Executive Saltwater Charters - 31'T Cape Horn
Fishing charter in Shalimar
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(76 reviews)
Captain Ryan did everything he could, the fish just werenโ€™t biting today. You can tell providing a great experience is very important to him. I would recommend Captain Ryan and would use this charter again
Adam  J.
Adam J.
Redline Inshore Fishing Charters
Redline Inshore Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Orange Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(34 reviews)
This the top of the line captain. Would recommend him to any group. Fantastic experience.
Scott  M.
Scott M.
Party/Walk-On 30-65 Passenger Trip
Party/Walk-On 30-65 Passenger Trip
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(562 reviews)
The crew is fantastic. We had some very rough waters. But, we still caught plenty of fish and never felt unsafe at any point.
Nathan  B.
Nathan B.
Dawn Patrol Charters
Dawn Patrol Charters
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
4.3 / 5
(203 reviews)
JT did a good job and determined that we would catch something and, we did. We had our grandson and for us, it was wanting him to catch something, time on the water, have a good time and we did all the above.
Dawn  R.
Dawn R.
Last Cast Charters
Last Cast Charters
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(515 reviews)
My son and I had a great time, the Captain was very knowledgeable and helpful. We caught the type of fish we wanted to catch.
Greg  C.
Greg C.
Reel Addiction 2 Charters
Reel Addiction 2 Charters
Fishing charter in Panama City Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(114 reviews)
It was really rough seas, captain Jim and Bill were great. Great at Navigating the rough seas. We had a great time. We caught 4 fish in really rough seas. Canโ€™t say enough about the captain Jim and Bill. Thank so much.
Timothy  G.
Timothy G.
850 Chartersโ€”Capt. Jared
850 Chartersโ€”Capt. Jared
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(135 reviews)
Even with cold water and higher winds, the capt was able to put my 6 yo on some fish. Very knowledgeable about the area and types of fish. My son had a good time, and we will be coming back
Justin  H.
Justin H.
850 Chartersโ€”Capt. Jared
850 Chartersโ€”Capt. Jared
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(135 reviews)
We had a great time with Captin Jared! He was so kind and helpful to my 8 and 9 year olds. We caught 4 fish and saw some dolphins. He worked really hard to make sure we caught something!
Jennifer  B.
Jennifer B.
Southern Star Outfitters
Southern Star Outfitters
Fishing charter in Orange Beach
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(48 reviews)
We had a great trip with a great captain and first mate caught a plethora of Vermillion snapper. The only bad side of it was that the seas were a little choppy for an incoming storm from a day or two ahead, would highly recommend them for any fishing trip, they made it extremely enjoyable under the circumstances.
Corey  L.
Corey L.
Riptide
Riptide
Fishing charter in Orange Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(354 reviews)
Caught fish and had a good time. Captain Seth found us spots where we caught a lot of fish. Trolling wasnโ€™t catching very many so we did some bottom fishing and caught more that way. Overall, caught 50-100 fish or so.
Nicholas  B.
Nicholas B.
850 Chartersโ€”Capt. Jared
850 Chartersโ€”Capt. Jared
Fishing charter in Destin
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(135 reviews)
Captain Jared was knowledgeable, kind, efficient and helpful. Our family would book with them again and appreciated our time catching fish.
Jill  W.
Jill W.
Tradition Fishing Charters โ€“ 24'
Tradition Fishing Charters โ€“ 24'
Fishing charter in Pensacola
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(63 reviews)
Weather didnโ€™t cooperate to get where we wanted but Captain James still put us on fish. Boat was great and the did very well in the conditions. Captain James even gave us input on where to surf fish. Great captain would absolutely recommend to anyone
Ryan  F.
Ryan F.

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