Bluewater Connection – Billistic
Panama City, Florida
5550 North Lagoon Drive, Panama City Beach, Florida, 32408
Craving fresh seafood and unforgettable memories? Reel in the adventure of a lifetime with Blue Water Connection, Panama City’s premier fishing charter!
Blue Water Connection has fishing trips for all interests! Take a shorter trip to catch Mackerel and Bonito, or head out deeper and experience the excitement of targeting larger gamefish and pelagic species such as Marlin, Tuna, Mahi-Mahi, or Wahoo!
The Billistic I, a luxurious 48-foot Viking yacht, takes you to the best offshore fishing spots in comfort and style. This vessel has bedrooms with queen beds incase anyone wants to take a mid-day nap. It also has 2 bathrooms for your convenience, as well as a full kitchen, air conditioning, a big TV, and a sound system! All trips accommodate up to 6 people.
The Billistic I is meticulously cleaned before every trip and is fully equipped with top-notch fishing gear like rods, reels, and hooks (tackle). All you need to bring is some snacks, and drinks, as well as some sun protection so you can thoroughly enjoy your day.
Feel free to bring your kids on board, and show them what fishing is all about.
Book today and get ready for an adventure of a lifetime with your loved ones!
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Offshore Trolling Trip
(Half Day)
$1200.00 USD
Starts at: 06:00 AM
Duration: 4 hours
On this 4-hour trip, you’ll have the chance to enjoy trolling for Bonito and Mackerel.
Trolling involves dragging lures or baited hooks behind a moving boat, which is an exciting way to attract fast-swimming fish like Bonito and Mackerel. These fish are known for their speed and agility, making the catch both challenging and rewarding.
This trip will give you the opportunity to test your fishing skills and bring home a cooler full of delicious fish. It’s a great way to enjoy the outdoors, learn more about different fishing techniques, and have a fun and memorable experience.
Price Includes: 6 People
Offshore Fishing
(3/4 Day)
$1800.00 USD
Starts at: 06:00 AM
Duration: 6 hours
On this 6-hour trip, you’ll have the chance to enjoy bottom fishing for Groupers and Snappers. Alternatively, we can switch things up and troll for Bonito and Mackerel.
Whether you choose trolling or bottom fishing, this trip will give you the opportunity to test your fishing skills and bring home a cooler full of delicious fish. It’s a great way to enjoy the outdoors, learn more about different fishing techniques, and have a fun and memorable experience.
Price Includes: 6 People
Offshore Fishing
(Full Day)
$2400.00 USD
Starts at: 06:00 AM
Duration: 8 hours
On this full day charter, we can try many types of fishing, each with unique techniques and targeted fish.
We’ll take you offshore, where you can use methods like trolling and bottom fishing. We’ll use heavy tackle so we can hook the fish and land them!
Expect to target a variety of species, including Amberjack, Dolphin (Mahi-Mahi), King Mackerel, and more. Depending on your luck, larger gamefish such as Blue Marlin, Yellowfin Tuna, and Wahoo are also ready to be caught!
Price Includes: 6 People
Bottom Fishing
(10 Hours)
$3000.00 USD
Starts at: 06:00 AM
Duration: 10 hours
The 10-hour bottom fishing trip is one of our most popular options.
On this trip, you’ll focus on catching Red Snapper, Gag Grouper, Red Grouper, Gray Triggerfish, and Vermilion Snapper. For a real challenge, you might even hook a Bull Shark.
The captain will work hard to ensure you go home with a cooler full of fish. This extended time on the water increases your chances of a successful and rewarding fishing experience.
Price Includes: 6 People
Bottom Fishing
(Full Day Extended)
$3600.00 USD
Starts at: 06:00 AM
Duration: 12 hours
Join us for some fun bottom fishing, targeting delicious species like Red Snapper, Gag Grouper, Red Grouper, Gray Triggerfish, and Vermilion Snapper. For a real challenge, you might even hook a Bull Shark.
This trip lets you explore untouched areas, increasing your chances of catching a catch of a lifetime.
Although children are welcome, this 12-hour trip is recommended for those who want to be on the water from sun up to sundown.
Don’t miss out on this great adventure!
Price Includes: 6 People
Charter Features:
Cleaning & Filleting
Upon arrival from your day on the water, your catch will be filleted and bagged for you and your family/friends to take home and enjoy!
Live Bait Well
Our Captain’s boat is equipped with a live bait well, which may be used to hold bait and other smaller fish you may catch.
Rods, Reels, & Tackle
Our Captains are prepared with all the equipment necessary to catch whatever may swim your way! All the rods, reels, tackle, and bait will be provided to target whatever species you are hoping to catch!
You Keep Catch
Aside from the species required to be released by law and some species that may not be recommended as table fair, whatever fish are landed while out on the water are yours to keep!
What To Bring:
Additional Drinks
Camera
Cash
Hat
Non-Spray Sunscreen
Snacks/Food
Sunglasses
Weather-Appropriate Clothing
Boat Specs:
- Length: 48'
- Year: 2015
- Type: Sportfishing
- Model: Viking
- Engine: 2 x 735HP (Detroit)
- Capacity: 6 Persons
Types of Fish:
- African Pompano
- Amberjack (Greater)
- Barracuda
- Bonito (Atlantic)
- Cobia
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Grouper (Black)
- Grouper (Gag)
- Grouper (Red)
- Jack (Almaco)
- Jack (Crevalle)
- Jack (Horse-Eye)
- Mackerel (Atlantic)
- Mackerel (Cero)
- Mackerel (King)
- Mackerel (Spanish)
- Marlin (Blue)
- Sailfish
- Shark
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snapper (Mutton)
- Snapper (Yellowtail)
- Swordfish
- Triggerfish (Gray)
- Tuna (Blackfin)
- Tuna (Yellowfin)
- Wahoo
Fishing Techniques:
- Bottom Fishing
- Deep Sea Fishing
- Drift Fishing
- Fly Fishing
- Heavy Tackle
- Jigging
- Kite Fishing
- Light Tackle
- Spinning
Charter Amenities:
- Air Conditioning
- Bathroom Onboard
- Cabin
- Child Friendly
- Cooler
- First Mate
Boat Reviews:
Mel Perez
Highly recommend for experienced anglers or beginners, the captain was great with both, highly recommend.
2022-11-30
Rating:
5.0
Liz Lee
Excellent experience, caught our limit on Red Snapper quickly, moved on to many more species throughout the day.
2022-09-05
Rating:
5.0
Nadia Martin
Captain and first mate went above and beyond, what a great fishing adventure with Blue Water Connection.
2022-08-11
Rating:
5.0
Elizabeth Jackson
Great boat and Crew caught a ton of fish and a shark, super nice guys.
2022-01-31
Rating:
5.0
Dan Moore
Memorable fishing charter, caught many fish and learned a lot about the area. Will be back next year.
2022-01-03
Rating:
5.0
Pete Thomas
Had a blast these guys are the best fishing charter in Panama City area.
2021-12-30
Rating:
5.0
Laura Anderson
This boat was so clean, had everything we needed on the water, the captain worked hard to keep us on the fish, what a great experience.
2021-10-25
Rating:
5.0
Rick Wilson
Great boat and great captain, they will keep you on the fish, many thanks!
2021-06-17
Rating:
5.0
Kevin Lopez
Great fishing trip with blue water connection, filled the cooler with mahi and other species, had a blast.
2021-04-01
Rating:
5.0
Clyde Davis
Had an amazing time fishing today caught our limit on Reds great crew.
2021-02-09
Rating:
5.0
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