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Explore the Best Fishing in Panama City Beach with Gotta Believe Charter Boat

Explore the best fishing grounds in and around Panama City Beach, Florida with Charter Boat Gotta Believe and its experienced crew. Enjoy consistent action and reel in plenty of "keeper fish" that meet your expectations of fishing quality.

Our crew consists of professional anglers with extensive experience in the field. We are always up-to-date with the latest fishing laws and know how to adapt our tactics to changing seasons. Whether you are a seasoned angler or new to fishing, we take pleasure in introducing you to the finest fishing grounds.

Choose the trip that suits you best and get on board. Explore reefs, wrecks, and offshore grounds in search of Amberjack, Red Snapper, Mahi Mahi, Gag Grouper, Bonito, Kingfish, Scamp Grouper, Red Grouper, Spanish Mackerel, Triggerfish, and Vermilion Snapper.

Gotta Believe is a Striker flybridge boat that offers 40 feet of excellence. Originally built in 1970 and upgraded in 2007, our boat is equipped with twin 300 HP Cummins engines, allowing us to cruise at a top speed of 16 knots. With ample space for up to 6 anglers, Gotta Believe ensures a comfortable fishing experience.

Starting from 2023, Gotta Believe has transitioned into a Florida charter vessel focused on trolling and Shark fishing. This move enables us to participate in the State of Florida Red Snapper season. With federally permitted and state boats, we can cover all fishing seasons. Our vessel features 2 Garmin GPS chartplotters, a Garmin chirp, a flybridge for spotting underwater action, and other professional accessories.

All our trips include rods, reels, lures, tackle, fishing licenses, and, most importantly, fun!

How to get there?

Available fish species

Bonito
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Blacktip Shark
Bull Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Tiger Shark
Red Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Gray Triggerfish

Amenities

Toilet
GPS 2 Garmin GPS Chartplotters
Fishfinder Garmin CHIRP
Bed
Flybridge
Live Bait Well
Outriggers
Ice Box Yeti

FAQs

What are the trip rates for Charter Boat Gotta Believe?

Charter Boat Gotta Believe offers the following trips to customers:

  • $250 per person - RED SNAPPER Sept. 2nd Split trip (8 hours)
  • $750 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Bay Shark Fishing(PM) (4 hours)
  • $775 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Trolling (AM) (4 hours)
  • $775 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Trolling (PM) (4 hours)
  • $950 per group - 5 Hour Trip–Gulf Shark Fishing (AM) (5 hours)
  • $950 per group - 5 Hour Trip–Gulf Shark Fishing (PM) (5 hours)
  • $1,250 per group - 6 Hour Fall Red Snapper Weekends (6 hours)
  • $1,700 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (AM) (8 hours)

Which amenities are available onboard with Charter Boat Gotta Believe?

When you choose to book a trip with Charter Boat Gotta Believe, you can enjoy the following amenities onboard:

  • Toilet
  • 2 Garmin GPS Chartplotters for navigation
  • Fishfinder Garmin CHIRP for locating fish
  • Bed for resting
  • Flybridge for a panoramic view
  • Live Bait Well to keep bait fresh
  • Outriggers for stabilizing fishing lines
  • Ice Box Yeti to store drinks and food

What's included in the trip price with Charter Boat Gotta Believe?

Trips booked with Charter Boat Gotta Believe include the following:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

What types of fishing does Charter Boat Gotta Believe offer?

Charter Boat Gotta Believe specializes in the following types of fishing:

  • Nearshore Fishing: Available on half-day trips
  • Offshore Fishing: Ideal for deep-sea angling
  • Reef Fishing: Targeting fish near underwater reefs
  • Wreck Fishing: Fishing around sunken ships and structures

What fishing techniques does Charter Boat Gotta Believe offer?

Charter Boat Gotta Believe provides a range of fishing techniques, including:

  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Which fish species can I catch with Charter Boat Gotta Believe?

Charter Boat Gotta Believe specializes in fishing for the following top targeted fish species:

  • Bonito
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Shark (Hammerhead)
  • Shark (Tiger)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Triggerfish (Gray)