You can either be an expert angler or just want to learn, inshore fishing is a wonderful way to enjoy the outdoors. It's also a great way for the whole family to take up a new hobby. There are many places to fish on the island. You have the option to fish from a boat, or you can venture onto the rocks.


Welcome to Panama City Beach Inshore Fishing Charters, Panama City Beach's premier light tackle guide service! Panama City Beach Inshore Fishing Charters is owned and operated by two brothers, Capt. Chris Nguyen and Capt. Andrew Nguyen. With their experience and knowledge, they are ready to take you on that Inshore fishing trip of a lifetime!

Can you catch snook in Panama City Beach

Can you catch snook in Panama City Beach


Panama City Beach Inshore Fishing Charters offers several types of light tackle fishing trips. Everything from the backwaters, the pass, the beach and miles away.

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Many guides use drifting and casting baits to navigate these shallow waterways. For larger fish like Tarpon and smaller Sharks, light tackle can be used. For almost all the fish found in these waters, fly fishing can be enjoyed by more experienced fishermen.

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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.

Fly Fishing


Redfish are consistently accessible making a fantastic year-round fishery just as Spotted Seatrout, Sheepshead, and Flounder. Fishing strategies change with the seasons giving fishermen new and exciting challenges. Your Panama City Beach Inshore Fishing Charters experience will always be a thrill with us.

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Apart from the many types of fishing, our fishing charters also include a wide range of boats. With possible excursions ranging in length from a few hours to several days, we truly have something for everyone. Can you imagine yourself in an intimate boat, with nothing but the sea? You might prefer a luxurious experience that is perfect for large groups and long days at sea. We have everything you could want. You can find boats in many sizes and with various amenities.

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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