Angler holding a large red snapper aboard Rising Tide off Panama City

Private Panama City Fishing Charters

Private fishing charter in Panama City

Private reef, wreck, and bottom fishing trips for up to 4 guests with Capt. Mark Allen - a local captain who plans the day around the weather, season, and what's biting.

Call (850) 348-6302

Private trips: No mixed groups
Up to 4 guests: Small crews only
License included: Gear too
Local Gulf water: Reefs & wrecks

Choose your trip

Panama City bottom fishing charters

Pick the trip length that fits your group. Longer trips give you more time on productive Gulf structure and a better shot at the bite.

Young angler holding a vermilion snapper on a Rising Tide charter

4 hours · from $700

4 Hour Nearshore Reef & Wreck

A short private run to nearby reef and wreck structure - perfect for families with young kids or anyone squeezing a fishing trip into a beach vacation.

Angler holding a gag grouper caught on a Rising Tide charter

6 hours · from $900

6 Hour Reef & Wreck Bottom Fishing

A great option for families, first-time anglers, and vacation groups who want a private Gulf trip without committing to a full day.

Guest holding a large red snapper on the Gulf of Mexico

8 hours · from $1,200

8 Hour Offshore Guided Trip

More time on the water, more flexibility, and more chances to adjust to where the bite is best that day.

Two anglers with a haul of red snapper at the dock

10 hours · from $1,500

10 Hour Serious Angler Trip

Maximum time on the water for groups who want to make the most of the fishing day.

Angler with a red grouper on the deck of the Rising Tide charter boat

Capt. Mark Allen

A more personal day on the water

Rising Tide is built for small private groups that want a focused fishing trip without the crowd. Whether your crew is brand new to fishing or wants a longer offshore-style day, Capt. Mark shapes the trip around the weather, season, water conditions, and what is biting.

Small groups - up to 4 guests
Private charter - no mixed groups
Local waters - bottom fishing focus

More about Capt. Mark

Recent catches

Real fish. Real trips. Real memories.

Guest holding a heavy red snapper on the Gulf of Mexico

Guest holding a gag grouper caught bottom fishing

Angler with a red grouper on the deck of the charter boat

Angler holding a mangrove snapper offshore

Guest with a mangrove snapper caught on a Rising Tide charter

Deck full of red snapper after a Panama City bottom fishing trip

Fish cleaning rack hung with a limit of red snapper

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What's included with your charter

Fishing Essentials

Licenses, rods, reels, bait, tackle, ice, water, and fish cleaning are included when applicable.

What To Bring

Sunscreen, sunglasses, snacks or lunch, a camera, and a cooler for your fish after the trip.

Good To Know

Trips are weather-dependent, and Capt. Mark makes the final call for safety.

Red snapperGag & red grouperVermilion snapperTriggerfishAmberjackMangrove snapper

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Check trips & availability

View available dates, choose your trip length, and reserve your private Panama City fishing charter.

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