What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Panama City Beach, Florida for the first time?

Go out on a "state" boat which typically remains within sight of land (+/- 10 miles out) to be sure your not prone to sea sickness. I've fished both near coast and off shore (deep sea) on several occasions in multiple states and would rate my overall experience fishing in Panama City as average. Typically a 6 hour (half day) trip results in 2-3 hours of actual fishing. If not already included and/or given the option by your captain, purchase live bait on your way out. Bring cash for tips and live bait purchase. Fish cleaning is not included but can be processed at a reasonable priced once you return to the dock Bring sunscreen, hat, camera, sunglasses, snacks and drinks.

Go with an experienced guide. They can put you on fish the only problem would be them over fishing spots. Several of the spots that we went to there were already anglers there. The red snapper were biting but trigger fish were a problem when it came to stealing bait. We also got into some dolphins that would take our fish once we caught them and were reeling them in.

We have older children 10 and 13, I wouldn't recommend an offshore trip for younger kids it does take awhile to get to the fishing locations and if they aren't good swimmers I would stay more inshore. Bring plenty of water to drink, it gets hot and you need to stay hydrated. Wear shoes with good traction, as the boat can be slippery and be ready to get splashed if the water is choppy.

In my initial review I was honest about the issues I encountered. However, not more than 30 minutes after the review posted, the Owner of the company called me to express his apology and concern. He honestly cared. I told him it is because he called that I will use his business again should the need arise. He offered to take my Wife and I out at no charge. Thank you.

It's too hot for troll fishing by mid morning.....the fish were not biting much at all. Don't expect much, and maybe you will be blessed with more. But DON'T have high hopes of catching quite a few for dinner!

Book early in your week so if the weather changes, you will have time and windows for them to shift and reschedule you. And your fish may processed the next day (depending on when you get back to dock) so plan your departure accordingly.

Be sure about your charters boat size and make sure that your departure time is to actually go fishing not run around for bait,ice, and fuel!

Nice bay fishing. Lots of choices when the bite is not on. Alternate jetties action if all else fails. A complex system of salt marsh to open water and everything in between.

Keep an eye on the weather conditions. Makes a big difference on whether you'll be "fishing or catching".

Read the reviews, call the captain and ask if there are options to do whatever your crew wants to do.

Just because you don't catch what you booked enjoy the bottom fishing its great catching two fish at a time.

Check the season for what fish you can catch; were one day early for trigger fish and hooked a lot of them.

Go with Captain Darius for a great and enjoyable trip. Dad and daughter want to go back again and do it again. Very informative about fishing and shared his wealth of knowledge on the fishing trip.

Pick the best season for fishing that allows variety of species that can be harvested

Be sure to bring nausea medicine if you aren’t sure whether you can handle a little boat rocking. ?

OH YEAH !! WE HAVE FISHED OFFSHORE SEVERAL TIMES AND PANAMA CITY BEACH FLORIDA IS OUR CHOICE DESTINATION FOR OUR FAMILY VACATION AND FISHING TRIPS

I Definitely recommend B&B charters (Captian Bryan) or Bloodline Charters (Captian Billy). So fun and friendly!

Bring a sweatshirt in April. Get there early. We were, and we were the only ones going on the charter so we got to leave a little early and get a little extra time out fishing

Be prepared for the weather, and bring a bucket or a cooler to take your fish home if you choose to.

Sunblock, hat, and an extra jacket just in case the wind picks up. Go with the Captains choice, since they know what are biting and where to go.

I caught a Tripletail 17 inches long and Captain Scott was just Great, my girl also caught a 30 inch Black tail shark, what a fun time, Thanks Captain Scott !!!

Dolphins were not our friend. So we didn’t catch as much as we wanted but it was still a lot of fun!

I recommend you buy live bait. We used squid for bottom fishing but you need live bait to catch the King Mackerel and Bonita

Definitely fun with the right boat. Red snapper season is a myst aswell. Just research the right boat.

Just fish PCB: Have Fun,Catch Fish, The name is exactly what you do, highly recommend the 7 hour trip that way you get fish to eat and then you go after other species for fun.

We had a good experience fishing out of Panama City Beach, we have fished in other locations in Florida. A good bang for the buck.

Plan on at least 10 hours for your booking, it takes a long time to get out far enough to catch the big boys.

Ask about how license work. Red snapper was open for Federally licensed boats, but not state licensed boats. Did not know that.

Not applicable for this trip...it was only for scattering ashes of a relative. Wonderful experience!

Bring a light jacket and go when the sun is out. The opportunity to catch more fish would increase while the sun is out