The combination of world-class fishing with Southern hospitality will make for a memorable day on and off the water. Panama City Beach Inshore Fishing Charters guides have extensive knowledge in Fly, Artificial, Live Bait fishing.


Chris Nguyen is the captain of Panama City Beach Inshore Fishing Charters. Chris' family has been in the Panama City Inshore Fishing Charters since 1971.

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These waters are ideal for guides who drift and cast baits. It is common to use light tackle when fighting bigger fish such as Tarpon and small Sharks. Fly fishing can be enjoyed even by experienced fishermen for most of these fish.

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Also, when fishing with us, you will be using gear Captain and Crew would enjoy using. This means using top Penn and Shimano reels as well as rods and reels to help land that trophy.

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Panama City Beach Inshore Fishing Charters can provide the best Panama City Beach Inshore Fishing Charters Fishing experiences.

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Chris grew up on the waters with his father and knew that his life's mission would be to inshore fish in Panama City and share his love with visitors from the north Florida panhandle.

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These shallow waters are often navigated by guides drifting and casting lures. Even when fighting larger predators such as Tarpon or small Sharks, you can expect to use light tackle. Fly fishing is an option for more experienced fishermen who can catch almost all the fish in these waters.

Frequently Asked Questions

Fishing in Panama City Beach are some of the most unique activities around but chartering a fishing boat are paying for one of the fishing charters in the area can be quite expensive. Sometimes you just want to throw your line in the water and see what happens. If you’re looking to fish off of docks or piers around Bay County are some of the best spots.

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Fishing in Panama City Beach are some of the most unique activities around but chartering a fishing boat are paying for one of the fishing charters in the area can be quite expensive. Sometimes you just want to throw your line in the water and see what happens. If you’re looking to fish off of docks or piers around Bay County are some of the best spots.

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Cost: Spectators $3. Anglers $7. Seniors, active military, or disabled persons $3 (ID and proof of disability required).

Russell-Fields Pier (City Pier) Call Chris @ Panama City Beach Inshore Fishing Charters (850) 392-7727

The price of a private charter fishing boat averages between $165 and $240 per hour, for up to 6 people. If there are more than 6 people in your group it will cost an additional 10% for each person over 6.

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Night fishing in the surf is almost a must in highly populated areas, especially from Memorial Day to Labor Day. In many areas, most surf anglers are forced to fish at night in the summer. During the daytime there are too many bathers and they chase the surf anglers away from the best spots.

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Peacock Bass or ‘Sargento’, as they are known locally, are not a native game fish of Panama but originate from the Amazon, Rio Negro and Orinoco river basins of South America where they are called Tucanare or Pavon and are considered a premier sportfishing charter quarry.

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Surf Fishing on Panama City Beach. Anyone, regardless of experience, can enjoy surf fishing any time on Panama City Beach! Bring your surf rod, rod holder, and relax in a beach chair. … Other tasty fish caught from the surf are flounder, redfish and whiting.

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The most common species are Red Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Amberjack, Trigger Fish, Grouper (when in season), Cobia, Sharks, King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, False Albacore, Pompano, Jack Crevalle, Speckled Sea Trout, Red Fish, Flounder, Bull Red Fish and who knows, we might even catch a Sailfish.

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Over 1500 feet

The Russell Fields Pier (City Pier) is one of the area’s most popular tourist attractions. As the longest pier on the Gulf (over 1500 feet), The City Pier offers fantastic fishing and breath taking views of sunrises and sunsets.

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Fines. Fishing in Florida without a license is a level one violation under Section 379.354 of the Florida statutes and considered a noncriminal infraction. Level one violations involving fishing license requirements carry a civil penalty equal to the cost of the license plus $50.

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It is not necessary for Florida senior residents to purchase a hunting and/or fishing license. Residents 65 years of age or older may possess either a Resident Senior Citizen Hunting and Fishing Certificate or proof of age and residency (A driver license is sufficient).

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The license currently costs up to $1,000 but from now through Dec. 31st, the price will be reduced by 25 percent for Florida residents who are 17-years-old and younger. The lifetime license covers saltwater and freshwater recreational fishing, hunting and most associated permits

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