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No, recreational anglers do not need a fishing license to fish in Panama.
Prices typically start at $250 for a half-day trip and can go up to $1,200 for a full-day offshore charter, depending on the boat and group size.
You can catch Marlin, Sailfish, Tuna, Dorado, Roosterfish, Snapper, Grouper, Tarpon, and Peacock Bass, depending on the season and fishing location.
The dry season from December to April is ideal for offshore species like Marlin and Sailfish, but fishing is great year-round.
Yes! Most charters welcome beginners and include professional guides who help with everything from baiting to reeling.
In most cases, yes — though catch-and-release is encouraged for larger species. Most charters allow you to keep edible fish and even prepare them for you.
Looking for world-class fishing just minutes from your hotel or cruise port? Panama City, Panama is one of the best places in Central America to book a fishing charter. Whether you're targeting Sailfish offshore, chasing Roosterfish inshore, or casting for Peacock Bass in the Panama Canal, Panama City gives you direct access to some of the most diverse fishing spots in the region — with no long travel required.
From full-day offshore adventures to half-day nearshore or freshwater trips, Panama City offers fishing tours for all levels, starting at just $300.
Thanks to Panama’s diverse marine ecosystem, the waters around Panama City are teeming with game fish. Here’s what you can hook into:
Blue and Black Marlin (peak season: Dec–Apr)
Sailfish (Dec–Apr)
Yellowfin Tuna (year-round, best Jun–Oct)
Mahi Mahi / Dorado (best Sep–Nov)
Roosterfish (great nearshore target, year-round)
Cubera Snapper & Grouper (year-round)
Peacock Bass (all year round in Lake Gatun)
We offer a wide range of fishing tours with professional captains and modern boats. Popular options include:
Full-Day Offshore Fishing – Ideal for Marlin, Tuna, and Sailfish
Half-Day Inshore/Nearshore Trips – Great for Roosterfish, Snapper, and beginners
Fly Fishing Charters – Target Peacock Bass, Tarpon, Roosterfish, Jacks, and Machaca with a fly rod
Private or Shared Trips – Charters available for solo anglers, couples, and groups
Prices start at $250 for half-day trips, with full-day offshore charters ranging from $500 to $1,200, depending on the boat and group size.
Location: Fish within minutes of leaving the dock
Convenience: Just 30 minutes from Tocumen International Airport
Year-Round Fishing: There's always something biting
Experienced Captains: Local experts who know the best spots
Well-Equipped Boats: Modern vessels with quality gear and safety equipment
Fishing in Panama City is great year-round, but if you're targeting specific species, some months are better than others.
The dry season, from December to April, is considered the best time for offshore fishing. During these months, the seas are calmer and species like Marlin, Sailfish, and Mahi Mahi are at their peak.
From May to August, the action shifts to species like Yellowfin Tuna, Snapper, and Grouper, especially closer to shore.
The rainy season (September to November) brings a strong bite for Dorado, Roosterfish, and Wahoo, making it a great time for adventurous anglers looking to avoid crowds.
Inshore and nearshore fishing — including Roosterfish, Snook, and Jacks — remains productive throughout the year, especially with an experienced local captain.
So no matter when you visit, you’ll find something biting in the waters off Panama City.
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