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Gamboa Fishing Trip - VIP Verified listing

5.0 (1 Reviews) State licensed

Gamboa, Panama

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Trip Description

General information

5.0/5 1-8 3 - 11 hours Show in Map

Enjoy a private fishing trip near Panama City on Lake Gatun with Panama Fishing Trip. Choose from 4, 6, 8, or 11-hour tours combining casting and trolling and professional gear on board. Target tarpon, peacock bass, jack crevalle, snook and more guided by an expert captain on a fully equipped vessel.

Most popular features:

  • Center Console
  • Flat Floor
  • Rodholders
  • Livewell
  • Cooler
Trips from$325.00
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About Tour

Captain Rene Him

Captain

Rene Him

Gamboa, Panama

ID & license verified Member since Jul 2025

Captain René has spent years fishing on Gatun Lake and knows every corner of it. Whether you're after peacock bass, tarpon, or snook, he knows where to find them. He loves sharing what he knows—if you're new to fishing, he’ll show you the ropes, and if you're more experienced, he’ll help you make the most of your trip. His tours are relaxed and fun, with great gear and plenty of lures on board. He’s the kind of guide who makes sure everyone has a good time and catches fish.

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Amenities

Center Console Flat Floor Rodholders Livewell Cooler
Gamboa Fishing Trip - VIP boat in Gamboa

Customer ratings

Based on 1 verified reviews

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Review summary

These summary reviews were generated by AI based on recent reviews

Guests generally had a fantastic experience on the Gamboa Fishing Trip, praising the serene environment and successful fishing outings.

What Guests loved
Keep in mind
  • Beautiful scenery and tranquil atmosphere on Gatun Lake.
  • Successful fishing with good catches reported.
  • Friendly and knowledgeable guides enhancing the experience.
  • Well-equipped boats with all necessary fishing gear provided.
  • Convenient departure location and early start time.
  • Price ranges from $325 to $675 per boat, with an extra guest fee of $75.
  • Trip durations vary from 3 to 11 hours, allowing flexibility in planning.
  • Target species include Snook, Tarpon, Peacock Bass, and Rainbow Bass, available year-round.
  • Free cancellation is available up to 7 days before the trip; weather-related cancellations are refundable or reschedulable.
  • Transfers to/from the departure site and food supplies are not included in the price.

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3 Hour Trip – Gatun Lake

Free Cancellation 7 day notice

Booking Date : 12-08-2026

Starts at 06:00 AM

price up to 2 persons $325

A quick and action-packed introduction to fishing on Lake Gatun. Target jack crevalle, tarpon, snook and peacock bass with an expert guide and fully equipped vessel. Perfect for beginners or travelers short on time.

Fishing styles

Light Tackle Lures Popper

Ideal fishing areas

Lake

Popular fish species

Snook fishing in Gamboa

Snook

Tarpon fishing in Gamboa

Tarpon

Peacock Bass fishing in Gamboa

Peacock Bass

Rainbow Bass fishing in Gamboa

Rainbow Bass

4 Hour Trip – Gatun Lake

Free Cancellation 7 day notice

Booking Date : 12-08-2026

Starts at 06:00 AM

price up to 2 persons $375

A half-day private fishing experience on the legendary Lake Gatun. Cast and troll for tarpon, peacock bass, jack crevalle and snook alongside an expert captain with professional gear included.

Fishing styles

Light Tackle Lures Popper

Ideal fishing areas

Lake

Popular fish species

Snook fishing in Gamboa

Snook

Tarpon fishing in Gamboa

Tarpon

Peacock Bass fishing in Gamboa

Peacock Bass

Rainbow Bass fishing in Gamboa

Rainbow Bass

5.5 Hour Trip – Gatun Lake

Free Cancellation 7 day notice

Booking Date : 12-08-2026

Starts at 06:00 AM

price up to 2 persons $425

The ideal balance of time and adventure on Lake Gatun. Spend over five hours targeting tarpon, peacock bass, snook and jack crevalle on a private charter with expert guidance and full gear provided.

Fishing styles

Light Tackle Lures Popper

Ideal fishing areas

Lake

Popular fish species

Snook fishing in Gamboa

Snook

Tarpon fishing in Gamboa

Tarpon

Peacock Bass fishing in Gamboa

Peacock Bass

Rainbow Bass fishing in Gamboa

Rainbow Bass

8 Hour Trip – Gatun Lake

Free Cancellation 7 day notice

Booking Date : 12-08-2026

Starts at 06:00 AM

price up to 2 persons $525

A full-day private fishing charter on Lake Gatun near Panama City. Cover more water and maximize your chances of landing tarpon, peacock bass, jack crevalle and snook with a dedicated expert captain and professional gear on board.

Fishing styles

Light Tackle Lures Popper

Ideal fishing areas

Lake

Popular fish species

Snook fishing in Gamboa

Snook

Tarpon fishing in Gamboa

Tarpon

Peacock Bass fishing in Gamboa

Peacock Bass

Rainbow Bass fishing in Gamboa

Rainbow Bass

11 Hour Trip – Gatun Lake

Free Cancellation 7 day notice

Booking Date : 12-08-2026

Starts at 06:00 AM

price up to 2 persons $675

La experiencia definitiva en el Lago Gatún para los pescadores más apasionados. Pasa un día entero en el agua buscando tarpón, pavón, róbalo y jurel en un charter privado con capitán experto, equipo completo y el máximo tiempo para encontrar las piezas más grandes.

Fishing styles

Light Tackle Lures Popper

Ideal fishing areas

Lake

Popular fish species

Snook fishing in Gamboa

Snook

Tarpon fishing in Gamboa

Tarpon

Peacock Bass fishing in Gamboa

Peacock Bass

Rainbow Bass fishing in Gamboa

Rainbow Bass

Gamboa Fishing Trip - VIP boat in Gamboa

What the boat is like

Technical parameters

Engine model

Yamaha

Powered by

60

Capacity

8 persons

Max cruising speed

25knots

General characteristics

Boat type

1

Boat manufacturer

Panga

Boat Category

Boat length

20 ft

Year built

2016

Species you can fish

Snook fishing in Gamboa
Snook
Tarpon fishing in Gamboa
Tarpon
Peacock Bass fishing in Gamboa
Peacock Bass
Rainbow Bass fishing in Gamboa
Rainbow Bass

FAQs About Gamboa Fishing Trip - VIP

Gamboa Fishing Trip - VIP offers fishing trips ranging from $325 to $675 depending on the location and length of the fishing trip..

When you book a fishing trip with Gamboa Fishing Trip - VIP, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

Center Console
Flat Floor
Rodholders
Livewell
Cooler

Trips booked with Gamboa Fishing Trip - VIP include

Rood, Reels & Tackle
Lures
Snacks
Drinks
Water
Ice
Cooler

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

  • Cancellations made 7 days or more before the tour date: You will receive a refund of your 15% deposit, minus a 10% processing fee.
  • Cancellations made less than 7 days before the tour date: Your 15% deposit will be forfeited and transferred to the captain as a late cancellation fee.
  • If the captain cancels your tour: You will receive a full refund of your deposit.

Gamboa Fishing Trip - VIP offers the following types of fishing:

Inshore
Offshore

Gamboa Fishing Trip - VIP offers the following fishing techniques:

Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling

The fish species you can catch with Gamboa Fishing Trip - VIP) include:

Snook
Tarpon
Peacock Bass
Rainbow Bass

Kids Allowed
Captain keeps their own catch

What does it include

Included:

Rood, Reels & Tackle Lures Snacks Drinks Water Ice Cooler

Excluded:

Transfer to/from departure site Food supplies

How can you pay

Full online payment

Pay online in full through PescaYa and save time. Your funds are held with us until your tour is completed

No additional fees

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, PescaYa charges your credit card a 15% deposit to guarantee your reservation. When the captain confirms your trip, PescaYa charges your credit card a 15% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

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