Fishing Trips
Deep Drop Grouper Fishing
12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
This full day trip is perfect for more serious anglers who want to hook a huge variety of tasty Grouper. You’ll head as far as 75 miles offshore with Capt. Josh, casting off with the best electric reels and tackle on the market. You’ll fish up to 4 electric reels at a time. You’ll target deepwater species such as Snowy Grouper, Yellow Edge Grouper, Tilefish, and many others. Weather depending, you’ll grill lunch while you fish and enjoy fresh ceviche! All fishing gear is included, as well as a license.
Full Day (Long Range) Bottom Fishing Trip
10-12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
The longer your trip, the more fish you may catch, and the bigger they’ll be – so why not join Capt. Josh on this adventure? He’ll take you to fishing grounds up to 50+ miles offshore. You’ll have the chance to catch variety of reef fish, such as Red Snapper, Vermillion Snapper, White Snapper, and Red and Gag Grouper. You may even find Mahi Mahi or Mackerel are biting. Light or heavy tackle is included, as well as fishing gear. This is a full day 10-12hr trip
3/4 Day Extended Trip
10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Head further out and maximize your chance of hooking huge fish! Capt. Josh will have you casting off for live bait, and then will take you to fishing grounds up to 50 miles offshore. You’ll have the opportunity to target reef fish such as Red Snapper, Vermillion Snapper, White Snapper, and Red and Gag Grouper. You may even find Mahi Mahi or Mackerel on your line! Rods and reels, light or heavy tackle, and your license are included.
Fishing/Island Excursion Combo
12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
This best-selling trip is the perfect way to explore Panama City your way! Capt. Josh will run fast to fishing grounds up to 40 miles offshore, where you’ll spend the first 6 hours of your day targeting an assortment of reef fish. You’ll return to Shell Island and grill up your catch for lunch while you enjoy an assortment of water toys and high-end snorkel gear. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy! You can explore the island, snorkel, swim with dolphins…it’s up to you. All necessary gear is provided.
3/4 Day Bottom Fishing
8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
On this 8-hour adventure, Capt. Josh will take you to fishing grounds up to 35 miles offshore. Your target species will include Red Snapper, Vermillion Snapper, White Snapper, and Red and Gag Grouper – remember, the longer the trip, the more and bigger fish you may catch! You may even find Mahi Mahi and Mackerel at the end of your line. Your fishing gear will be provided, as well as light and heavy tackle, lures, and your license.
Half Day Bottom Fishing (AM)
6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
This trip departs at 6am and returns at noon. Want to hook a variety of tasty reef fish? Join Captain Josh on this morning adventure! After departure, you may target live bait, before heading to fishing grounds up to 35 miles offshore. Your target species include Red Snapper, Vermillion Snapper, and Red and Gag Grouper. Occasionally, you’ll come across Mahi Mahi and Mackerel. Your gear and license are provided, with the option of light tackle or heavy tackle depending on skill.
Half Day Bottom Fishing (PM)
6 Hour Trip, starts at 1:15 PM
This trip departs at 1pm and returns at 7pm On this afternoon adventure, Capt. Josh will take you to fishing grounds up to 35 miles offshore to target reef dwellers, as well as catching live bait on the way. You’ll have the opportunity to target species such as Red Snapper, Vermillion Snapper, White Snapper, and Red and Gag Grouper. Occasionally, you might hook a Mahi Mahi or Mackerel. Rods, reels, lures, and light and heavy tackle are all included, as well as your license.
Half Day Trolling (AM)
4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
This morning adventure is a great introduction to these waters! Your captain will run you to the coast, where you’ll troll for a variety of fish. Your main target species will be King Mackerel and Spanish Mackerel, but your captain has also been known to catch a variety of other fish here, including Mahi-Mahi and the occasional Sailfish. You’ll be able to stop on the way for some sightseeing and hopefully a close encounter with some local bottlenose dolphin! Gear, lures, and your license are included.
Half Day Trolling (PM)
4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Want to hit the snooze button a few times? Join your captain on this afternoon adventure! You’ll troll the coast for a variety of fish, with your target species being King Mackerel and Spanish Mackerel. However, Capt. Josh has been known to catch a variety of other fish, such as Mahi Mahi and the occasional Sailfish. You’ll also be able to stop for some sightseeing, which will hopefully lead to a close encounter with local bottlenose dolphins. Rods, reels, lures, tackle, and your license are included.
Don’t see the trip you want available? Give us a call at (850) 258-5353 for other fishing options.
Tours
2 Hour Shared Dolphin & Snorkeling Tour
Our 2 hour shared charter dolphin and snorkeling tour allows you to pay per seat and have others join you on the boat. Our captains will take you to areas where we locate our resident, wild dolphins and instruct you how to get in the water and safely view them in their natural environment. The second portion of the tour will be spent at our snorkeling location to observe local sea life and look for shells. Our shared charter DOES NOT include any time on the beach at Shell Island.
2 Hour Private Dolphin & Snorkeling Tour
Our 2 hour private dolphin tour will reserve the boat for just your party and the captain. Per Coast Guard regulations the maximum passengers allowed is 6, including infants and children. During our 2 hour tour your captain will take you to the area where we locate dolphins and instruct you how to get in the water and see them up close. For the second portion of the trip we will take you to our snorkeling location where your captain will get in the water with you and show you how to find seashells and sea life. Booking a private trip will allow you to call the shots regarding how you would like to spend your tour time to ensure you spend the time exactly as you desire. We provide all necessary equipment as well as a cooler on the boat stocked with complimentary bottled water, you are also welcome to bring your own beverages and snacks.
3 Hour Shell Island Private Tour (includes Swimming with Dolphins, Guided Snorkeling for Sealife AND an Additional Hour to Walk on the Beach at Shell Island)
Our 3 hour private dolphin tour will reserve the boat for just your party and the captain. Per Coast Guard regulations the maximum passengers allowed is 6, including infants and children. During our 3 hour tour your captain will take you to the area where we locate dolphins and instruct you how to get in the water and see them up close. For the second portion of the trip we will take you to our snorkeling location where your captain will get in the water with you and show you how to find seashells and sea life. The third portion of the trip is spent anchored along Shell Island where you will have time to walk along the beach. Booking a private trip will allow you to call the shots regarding how you would like to spend your tour time to ensure you spend the time exactly as you desire. We provide all necessary equipment as well as a cooler on the boat stocked with complimentary bottled water, you are also welcome to bring your own beverages and snacks.
Half Day Shell Island Experience (4 Hours)
Half day Island Experience at Shell Island island includes a dolphin tour and extra time to relax at Shell Island with music, drinks, snacks, floats, paddle-boards, and water toys for the kids. Maximum of 6 passengers.
Enjoy a 4 hour private charter to explore the waters on the gulf side of Shell Island. Your captain will search for wild dolphins that swim freely in our local waters and instruct you how to get in the water and swim alongside them. We will head to the bayside of Shell Island where the water is nice, calm and protected to enjoy some snorkeling. While snorkeling your captain will set up all of the paddle boards and floats to enjoy some R&R. We will provide water guns and toys for the younger children and adults can enjoy some ice cold beverages while listening to their favorite tunes. We provide light snacks and drinks, all snorkeling equipment and a comfortable boat to cruise on with a great stereo system!
Full Day Shell Island Experience (8 Hours)
Full day Island Experience at Shell Island island includes a dolphin tour and extra time to relax at Shell Island with music, drinks, on-board grill with food, floats, paddle-boards, and water toys for the kids. Maximum of 6 passengers.
Enjoy an 8 hour private charter to explore the waters on the gulf side of Shell Island. Your captain will search for wild dolphins that swim freely in our local waters and instruct you how to get in the water and swim alongside them. We will head to the bayside of Shell Island where the water is nice, calm and protected to enjoy some snorkeling. While snorkeling your captain will set up all of the paddle boards and floats to enjoy some R&R. We will provide water guns and toys for the younger children and adults can enjoy some ice cold beverages while listening to their favorite tunes. We will also have a grill on board to prepare hamburgers and hot dogs for everyone. Your captain will also be your bartender! We provide all snorkeling equipment and a comfortable boat to cruise on with a great stereo system! Food is included in the package and we are open to any special requests!