Private fishing charter for groups of 7+ with 3–6 hour options
3-4-5-6 Hour Options
7+ people
Private charter, Captain, Guidance
Charter 2–3 boats for your group and head out for a private fishing trip with captain guidance. Choose a duration that fits your schedule and keep the day family-friendly for all ages.
Customary captain tip is 18–20% and is paid the day of the trip. A $25 dry fire fee applies if a dry fire occurs and repair is needed. Do not bring coolers, glass bottles, or black-sole shoes.
This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 7 guests.
Requires 10 day cancellation notice. Cancel within 10 days: 50% charge. No show or cancel day of trip: 100% charge. Weather cancellations are at the Captain's discretion. If the Captain cancels, you will be refunded for your trip.
Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure.
Bring snacks and drinks. Bring a cooler, but leave it in your vehicle.
Do not bring coolers or glass bottles. Do not wear black-sole shoes.
Families rave about the captains here, with names like Taylor, Jayson, Melissa, and Colby coming up repeatedly for their patience and skill with young kids. The 2-hour kids' trips seem especially popular, giving little ones just enough time on the water to catch multiple species without losing interest. Parents appreciate how the captains handle all the baiting and help children reel in their catches, making it genuinely stress-free for everyone involved. Experienced anglers are equally impressed. Multiple reviewers mention the captains' deep knowledge of local waters and ability to adapt when conditions aren't perfect. Taylor gets particular praise for professionalism and putting people on fish even in challenging weather. The bowfishing trips with Captain Melissa stand out as unique nighttime adventures with plenty of action. A couple of reviews mention disappointing experiences with weather cancellations and time spent catching bait rather than fishing, so it's worth having clear expectations about what your trip entails.
Captain Colby did an awesome job making our fishing trip a huge success! He found us plenty of great spots with plenty of fish. We come to FL every year and this is by far the best day of fishing we’ve had. The group at Panhandle Fishing Charters had great communication and a very convenient location to get to at the dock. Colby and the team are absolute professionals in all they do and we’ll definitely be back!
Todd Wauters
July 4, 2026
Captain Colby did an awesome job making our fishing trip a huge success! He found us plenty of great spots with plenty of fish. We come to FL every year and this is by far the best day of fishing we’ve had. The group at Panhandle Fishing Charters had great communication and a very convenient location to get to at the dock. Colby and the team are absolute professionals in all they do and we’ll definitely be back!
Todd Wauters
July 4, 2026