Showtime Charters

Panama City Beach has a fish with your name on it, so let Showtime Charters help you catch it! Captain Ashton will be your guide, offering years of experience as a captain and angler! Captain Ashton has been fishing the Gulf of Mexico for over 20 years. When he is not working he is also fishing whether that be in Louisiana or South Florida or right here in Panama City Beach, FL.

These waters are known for Cobia, Mahi Mahi, Gag Grouper, Red Grouper, Scamp Grouper, Amberjack, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Bull Shark, Red Snapper, Wahoo, Gray Triggerfish, Vermilion Snapper, and more – with any luck, you’ll find out for yourself!

On these trips, it’s common to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.

If you’re traveling with the family, you will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! If you don’t have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there’s one on board. Also, remember to bring snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty belly!

You’ll find yourself aboard a 42’ Sportfishing with space for 6 passengers. It has outriggers, downriggers, and everything else you need for a productive day on the water. There’s a toilet on board for your convenience. What’s more, this vessel is wheelchair accessible.

Rods, reels, and tackle are provided, along with lures.

A First Mate will be on board to help your trip run smoothly. A 15-20% tip is customary to show your appreciation for their hard work.

There’s no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for some fishing! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

Don’t leave home without bottled water, sunglasses, and sunscreen (non-spray). If you’d like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Get in touch with Capt. Ashton below and start planning your trip today!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    3 Hour Fun Trip (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $650
    This trip offers a relaxing boat ride while trying to catch a couple of fish.
    Targeted fish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Shark Trip (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - May 31
    US $900
    Shark fishing trip for the group that wants to catch Jaws! We generally fish within 3 miles of shore with a big tackle and the bloodiest of bait to attract the big one!
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Heavy Tackle
    Targeted fish
    Shark (Hammerhead)
    Hammerhead Shark
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Shark (Mako)
    Mako Shark
    Shark (Tiger)
    Tiger Shark
    Shark (Nurse)
    Nurse Shark
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
    Shark (Lemon)
    Lemon Shark
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trolling Trip (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - May 31
    US $900
    This is a beginner trip and the shortest trip that we offer. We troll on all of our 4-hour trips.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Bonito
    Bonito
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trolling Trip (pm)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - May 31
    US $900
    This is a beginner trip and the shortest trip that we offer. We troll on all of our 4-hour trips.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Bonito
    Bonito
  • Private trip
    4 HourTrolling Trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 25
    US $1,200
    We will be trolling for king mackeral and bonita mainly. We may also have a chance at catching Mahi Mahi (Dolphin).
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Heavy Tackle
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
    Grouper (Scamp)
    Scamp Grouper
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Bottom Trip (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - May 31
    US $1,450
    This trip is a beginner bottom fishing trip. We generally fish within 17 miles of shore on this trip. This trip has a lot of action and excitement with the various species you can catch.
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Bottom Trip (pm)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - May 31
    US $1,450
    This trip is a beginner bottom fishing trip. We generally fish within 17 miles of shore on this trip. This trip has a lot of action and excitement with the various species you can catch.
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Bottom Fishing Trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 25
    US $1,750
    We will bottom fishing for reef species. Mainly Red snapper and vermillion snapper.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Targeted fish
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Grouper (Scamp)
    Scamp Grouper
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Bottom Trip (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - May 31
    US $1,900
    This trip is the next step up and generally catches a better quality and amount of fish than the 6-hour. We generally fish within 25 miles of shore.
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
    Grouper (Scamp)
    Scamp Grouper
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Bottom Fishing Trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 25
    US $2,350
    We will be Bottom Fishing for reed species. Mainly Red Snapper,Vermillion snapper, Red porgy.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Trolling
    Spinning
  • Private trip
    10 Hour Bottom Trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - May 31
    US $2,500
    This trip is for serious anglers who want a day out on the Gulf of Mexico catching fish. We generally fish within 35 miles offshore.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Bonito
    Bonito
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
    Grouper (Scamp)
    Scamp Grouper
  • Private trip
    10 Hour Bottom Fishing Trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 25
    US $2,900
    We will be Bottom fishing for resf species. Mainly Red snapper, Vermillion snapper, Red Porgy.
    Fishing techniques
    Spinning
  • Private trip
    12 Hour Bottom Trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - May 31
    US $3,100
    This trip is for serious anglers looking to spend a day on the Gulf of Mexico targeting a larger quality of fish. We generally fish within 45 miles of shore.
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
    Grouper (Scamp)
    Scamp Grouper
  • Private trip
    12 Hour Bottom Fishing Trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 25
    US $3,600
    We will be fishing for reef species. Mainly Red snapper, Vermillion snapper, Red porgy.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Spinning
  • Private trip
    14 Hour Bottom Trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    14 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - Aug 31
    US $4,400
    This trip is the longest bottom trip we offer. We generally fish within 55 miles of shore.
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
    Grouper (Scamp)
    Scamp Grouper
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FAQs about Showtime Charters

Showtime Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $650 per group - 3 Hour Fun Trip (AM) (3 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 4 Hour Shark Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 4 Hour Trolling Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 4 Hour Trolling Trip (pm) (4 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 4 HourTrolling Trip (4 hours)
  • US $1,450 per group - 6 Hour Bottom Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,450 per group - 6 Hour Bottom Trip (pm) (6 hours)
  • US $1,750 per group - 6 Hour Bottom Fishing Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,900 per group - 8 Hour Bottom Trip (AM) (8 hours)
  • US $2,350 per group - 8 Hour Bottom Fishing Trip (8 hours)
  • US $2,500 per group - 10 Hour Bottom Trip (10 hours)
  • US $2,900 per group - 10 Hour Bottom Fishing Trip (10 hours)
  • US $3,100 per group - 12 Hour Bottom Trip (12 hours)
  • US $3,600 per group - 12 Hour Bottom Fishing Trip (12 hours)
  • US $4,400 per group - 14 Hour Bottom Trip (14 hours)

When you book a trip with Showtime Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air Conditioning
  • GPS Furuno
  • Fishfinder Furuno
  • Bed
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar Furuno

Trips booked with Showtime Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • First Mate
  • Fishing License

Showtime Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Showtime Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Showtime Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • Grouper (Scamp)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Triggerfish (Gray)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Captain

Ashton Lewis
Panama City Beach, Florida, United States
ID & license verified
1 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since March 2024
Benefit from Capt. Ashton's extensive knowledge of the local fishing areas and ensure a memorable fishing trip for your group in Panama City Beach. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as bottom fishing, spinning, trolling, or something unique to the area. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper

Boat specs

Ocean Yachts (Sportfishing) originally built in 1990, and restored in 2023. Powered by 2 375HP Caterpillar engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 30 knots.

Length
42 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Air Conditioning
GPS
Furuno
Fishfinder
Furuno
Bed
Live Bait Well

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
First Mate
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Disabled Accessible

Payment

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

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VERIFIED   4 Hour Trolling Trip (AM) on April 2, 2024
Our family of 6, all four kids teenagers, had a great time.  We trolled for Spanish Makrael and got on the fish very quickly. ...
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