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Heavy Tackle Fishing Charters In Port St. Joe

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Inshore Redfish Whacker

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PCB Slammin’ - 22'

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Reelin' In Red Snapper

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32 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,700
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PCB Premier Deep Sea Fishing

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44 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,000
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53 ft 1 - 15 People From $1,800
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trip description for PCB Spring/Fall Bottom Fishing in Panama City Beach

Come have some serious fun and explore some of the most prolific waters in the area with Captain Joe! You’ll be fishing aboard Captain Joe's 41-foot Infiniti sportfisher equipped with air conditioning, GPS, fishfinder, live bait well, refrigerator, multimedia system, and an ice box, among other amenities. Regardless of the trip option you choose (6, 8, 10, or 12-hour), you’ll have a great time bottom fishing for some epic catches! **6-Hour Trip** Have a blast on our shorter trip where you will have an opportunity to bring in some epic catches! **8-Hour Trip** Experience deep sea fishing like never before on this offshore excursion off of the Florida Panhandle coast! You'll be going up to 20–25 miles from shore to bottom fish for various species. **10-Hour Trip** This trip is perfect for anglers who love fishing the deep sea! Go 25–35 miles from the coast to bottom fish for various reef species. *12-Hour Trip* On this trip, you'll travel 25–40 miles from shore to target a range of species. Captain Joe will provide all rods, reels, tackle, lures, a first mate, and live bait (which you will spend the first 20-30 minutes catching). Remember to bring food and drinks for the day, a cooler with ice to take home your day’s catch, , (fish processing at the dockside market is available for an added fee.) Bring your kids or your angling buddies and head out to a fishing adventure to remember with Captain Joe! Read More

Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Port St. Joe

PCB Spring/Fall Bottom Fishing

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41 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,500
Fishing in Panama City
Fishing in Panama City
Fishing in Panama City
trip description for 12 hr Extended Deep Sea Trip in Panama City

Hop on board with Captain John and get ready for an exciting day of deep-water fishing in the Florida Gulf! The deep sea waters off of Panama City are great for going after some of the big game fish that Florida is known for. On this 12-hour trip, Captain John will take you from Panama City out to the deep waters of the Florida Gulf where you can expect to target a huge selection of Grouper, Marlin, Mackerel, Shark, Snapper, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Amberjack and many more. Depending on what you want to catch you can use one of a variety of methods, and Captain John's vessel is equipped for light tackle, artificial lures, heavy tackle, bottom fishing, trolling, jigging, drift fishing, and deep dropping. Just let Captain John know what you want to catch and he'll get you set up with the best method! Captain John will provide all rods, reels, tackle, and Frozen bait. Customers can buy live bait for an additional cost at the marina or bait boat on the way out. All you need to bring are sunglasses, sunscreen, and any food and drinks you might want and a tip for the deckhand standard is 20%. These exciting full-day trips can host up to 6 people, so make sure you bring some good company and a camera. The fishing license for the whole group is also included. There is a fish cleaning company at the dock called the Gut Hut they will take care of all of your fish cleaning needs including the option of vacuum sealing. We also have a new Tiki Bar at the marina for you while you wait with drinks TV's and some food options Feel free to bring food and drinks of your choice (Alcohol is allowed) as well as a cooler to bring home your day’s catch. Read More

Deep Sea, Inshore Fishing Charter near Port St. Joe

12 Hr Extended Deep Sea Trip

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28 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,050
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Fishing in Panama City Beach
Fishing in Panama City Beach
trip description for Deepsea Bottom and Trolling in Panama City Beach

Come join Capt. Brandon on a unforgettable fishing adventure aboard a 52ft sportfish that's spacious for your entire group with (AC, toilet, bunk beds, salon, and large back deck). She is a bottom fishing boat that specializes in taking guests to catch a variety of reef fish. Everyone of all ages can join along for the fun. Some common species of fish targeted are Snappers, Jacks, Groupers, and Sharks. With a huge variety of each species lurking the reefs, you never know what might bite the hook! Trips offered are 6, 8, 10, and 12 hour trips. The longer the trip the further we go. The further offshore reefs are less pressured resulting in bigger fish, and more fish in the cooler. All trips are a blast and they all have the same goal in mind, to make sure everyone's having fun catching fish! Come fishing and let's make some great memories. Read More

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Port St. Joe

Deepsea Bottom And Trolling

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52 ft 1 - 16 People From $1,800
Fishing in Apalachicola
Fishing in Apalachicola
Fishing in Apalachicola
trip description for Bottom Fishing and Trolling in Apalachicola

Head out with Captain Greg to explore the waters a little further offshore to troll and bottom fish for Snapper and Kings! On this trip, Captain Greg will take you just off the coast of Apalachicola where you can expect to target King Mackerel, Tripletail and Red Snapper (when in season). Depending on the time of year you'll either spend your time sitting back, relaxing, enjoying the sweet sea breeze, as you troll for kings, or drift over nearshore structure like reefs and rigs to attract that snapper bite! A true outdoorsman, Captain Greg grew up fishing in Apalachicola and has a passion for meeting new people, so expect some expert guidance! You'll be fishing aboard an impressive 24’ Proline with a 225 HP Evinrude that can comfortably fit 4 anglers. The Evinrude engine can be cranked up to a top speed of 45 knots which makes it an ideal vehicle for inshore and offshore fishing. Captain Greg provides all rods, reels, and tackle, and live. All you need to bring is sunglasses, sunscreen, and any snacks, drinks and motion sickness relief you might need. Captain Greg will also clean any keepers for no additional cost. Feel free to take your young ones along; Captain Greg knows how to keep them entertained with some exciting fishing! Read More

Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Port St. Joe

Bottom Fishing And Trolling

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24 ft 1 - 6 People From $750
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Fishing in Panama City Beach
Fishing in Panama City Beach
trip description for Half Day Deep Sea Trip in Panama City Beach

Go aboard with Captain Bryan for a classic Florida nearshore slam! On this trip, you'll spend a half day off of Panama City Beach, throwing bait and lures for a variety of species, including Red Snapper, King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, Triggerfish, Vermillion Snapper, White Snapper, Amberjack, and more! To draw the bites, you'll employ different techniques to target different parts of the water column. That means trolling for Mahi and Kingfish, and bottomfishing over reefs and structure for Snapper, Amberjack, and Triggerfish! These fish are all a blast to hook, and they offer a challenge for anglers of all experience levels. Captain Bryan's 22’ Cape Horn center console is equipped with all the amenities for an amazing fishing experience. The 200-HP Suzuki engine will power you smoothly out to the deeper waters, where you can drop lines and begin fishing the bottom. For navigation, the boat uses quality GPS, plus a fishfinder to help you locate the big ones. Finally, she's equipped with a livewell for keeping your bait fresh! Captain Bryan will provide everything you need for an awesome day, including all the rods, reels, bait, and tackle. All you need to bring is sunscreen, sunglasses, and some snacks and you'll be good to go! Read More

Nearshore Fishing Charter near Port St. Joe

Half Day Deep Sea Trip

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22 ft 1 - 4 People From $750
Fishing in Panama City
Fishing in Panama City
Fishing in Panama City
trip description for Kid's First Fishing Adventure in Panama City

Get out there and enjoy this fun, low-pressure kid's fishing trip with Captain Justin! This trip is 3 hours, and it's a perfect way to introduce kids to fishing for the first time. Justin will put them on some friendly inshore species and give them a chance to reel in their first fish! You'll be fishing from the deck of Captain Justin's 23' Sportsman 227 bay boat. This puppy comes equipped with a powerful 150-HP Yamaha outboard, plus a range of amenities to enhance your experience. This boat is perfect for a family fishing trip, with a T-Top for shade, Simrad electronics, and multiple live wells for bait. Captain Justin will provide you with all the equipment, tackle, and bait you need, plus ice for your food, drinks & fish. He'll also clean and bag your fish for you at the end of the day! All you need to bring is your sunscreen, sun-protective clothing, sunglasses, any food & drinks you'd like to enjoy onboard. Beer is welcome, but please—no hard liquor or wine, and no glass containers. If you've got Captain Justin at the wheel, your fishing adventure will surely be one to remember! Read More

Inshore Fishing Charter near Port St. Joe

Kid's First Fishing Adventure

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Everything to Know About Booking a Port St. Joe heavy tackle fishing charter

What are the best heavy tackle fishing charters in Port St. Joe?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 55 heavy tackle fishing trip in Port St. Joe: Inshore Redfish Whacker guided by Wilkin.

Our guides in Port St. Joe are rated a 4.75 out of 5 based on 2776 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are licensed, insured, and vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Another popular city nearby for booking a Heavy Tackle Fishing charter is Apalachicola.

Looking for kid friendly heavy tackle fishing guides / fishing lessons in Port St. Joe? Check out our beginner and family friendly heavy tackle fishing guides in Port St. Joe.

What types of heavy tackle fishing charters are common in Port St. Joe?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular for heavy tackle fishing in Port St. Joe as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for heavy tackle fishing in Port St. Joe are: 1. red snapper, 2. gag grouper, 3. kingfish, and 4. mahi mahi.

How much do Port St. Joe heavy tackle fishing charters cost?

for heavy tackle fishing in Port St. Joe prices can range anywhere from about $1,100 to $4,680, but the average price for a half day trip for heavy tackle fishing in Port St. Joe is $1,283. The average price for a full day trip for heavy tackle fishing in Port St. Joe is $3,284.

What month is best for on a heavy tackle fishing charter in Port St. Joe?

The most popular season to go on a heavy tackle fishing charter in Port St. Joe is spring, and most anglers book their trips 30 days in advance.

Do I need a Port St. Joe fishing license and what are the bag limits in Port St. Joe?

You’re in luck! Our fishing tours in Port St. Joe don’t require you to purchase a fishing license – your group is covered by your boat’s captain. See here for more information on bag limits and fishing season regulations in Port St. Joe.

Recent Reviews of Captain Experiences

  • ★★★★★
    Me and my friends went on the bot and had a great time. Caught some nice fish. And had a great time on the boat.

    Garrett with Jeremy V. of Panama City Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Russel was a great Captain and our whole family had a fantastic time.

    James R. with Russell F. of Panama City, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Good trip; Dustin did great in conditions that were not ideal!!

    Michael W. with Dustin K. of Panama City Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    5 stars no doubt! Our family had a great fishing trip with Jeremy! He put us on the fish all day, and we will definitely book again with him.

    Lyndsey O. with Jeremy V. of Panama City Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Even though the weather did not cooperate at first, Captain John John was able to work things out and get us out on the water for an amazing trip! Had lots of fun, heard some crazy tales and caught many species of fish. Our deck hand Drew did an fantastic job as well. Such an amazing experience, thank you guys, we will definitely set up future fishing trips with Kingslayer Charters.

    Eric G. with John C. of Panama City, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Captain was great ,deckhand was even better! Weather was not with us still caught a few fish a lot of time looking, boat needs maintenance

    William B. with Kelia P. of Panama City Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Justin was professional, once explained the basic rules,he disappeared into cabin until we landed. No access to captains helm was granted, so we couldn't see instrumentation etc. Brandon worked hard and was very pleasant. Was surprised that we had to have fished cleaned by third party. Also surprised that 4 hr trip was dock to dock. All my past trips started at start time and we were fishing until time was up. So we paid for drive to site and they gave us return trip. Actually we only fished 2 hrs. Captain worked hard to keep us on fish. They were very small, but he warned us they would be.You need to be much clearer on your web site about fishing time and fish size, also you clean your own.

    James C. with Justin S. of Panama City, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Amazing trip! Great captain and deck mate! Highly recommend.

    Mark D. with Stephen B. of Panama City Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Harry was great. He taught us the way to fish a new area. Explaining to us why the area was hard to fish and tricks to fish new areas. Great experience and will be using Captain Harry again.

    Murray T. with Harry H. of Panama City Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Captain John and is mate did an excellent job in making sure my family had a very good experience in the golf fishing. Withing the first hours we already had all of the fish we could take. I would give it a 6 star but it looks like it's not possible so 5 it is. If you are still thinking about booking with Cap John don't think twice just go for it, him and is mate will make sure you have a good and safe experience.

    Jose P. with John C. of Panama City, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Did the 4 hour morning fishing charter with Captain. I highly recommend this charter. I found out the night before that captain Jason’s son Dylan was going to be taking us out instead of Captain Jason. Dylan was so good with my 11 & 13 year old boys, we learned so much. We couldn’t go on the ocean because it was a windy rough day and we were on a smaller boat. It was only my boys and I plus Captain Dylan. Captain Dylan assured us that there were plenty of big fish to be caught in the bay. One of my boys caught a shark and the other caught some snappers and a saltwater catfish. I caught a 42lb black drum! It was a great father/sons experience.

    Jameson T. with Jason S. of Panama City, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Amazing time! Great great great fishing. Knowledgeable crew who love to fish, had us on them all day. Will 100% be back #kingslayer #John #mike

    Delaina L. with John C. of Panama City, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    If you’re wanting to go out and rip some salt water fish lips Captain Billy is the man for the job. Me and my boys went out and with 5 minutes of our hooks being in the water we had fish in the boat.

    Cody G. with Billy Van W. of Panama City Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great trip and caught are limit of red snapper.

    Reid M. with Nick T. of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Very friendly and knowledgeable. We had a great time.

    Heath P. with Stephen B. of Panama City Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Amazing trip! Great crew and captain. Caught tons of fish. Nice clean boat! Would def use them again! Highly recommend

    Kyle S. with Justin S. of Panama City, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    We had an amazing trip! Captain Russell was so knowledgeable and helpful! We had our 7 year old grandson too, and captain Russell was so patient with him! We highly recommend this trip and this captain too!!!

    Steve M. with Russell F. of Panama City, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent trip with Captain Will, very good with my grandson, will book again when back for vacation, highly recommend, great knowledge of bay and fishing

    Richard S. with Justin D. of Panama City, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Bryan was great! He knew the best spots to fish and everyone on the trip was able to land a large Sheepshead. We were able to bring home enough fish to feed the group for the next few nights. I would recommend Bryan to anyone looking to have fun out on the water and catch some fish!

    Joe F. with Bryan B. of Panama City Beach, Florida

  • ★★★★★
    Great time capt jimmy and Roger the deck hand were outstanding my wife caught her first fish we will be back!!!

    William B. with Justin S. of Panama City, Florida

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