Captain Chris Wiwi and Double W Charters will work hard to make your next fishing adventure the trip of a lifetime! With over 20 years of guiding experience, your captain is more than ready to help you explore the secrets of Panama City Beach waters.

If you’re looking for a premier destination for inshore and coastal light tackle fishing, you’ve come to the right place. You will get to some of the hottest fishing grounds in comfort and style thanks to the 26’ Blue Wave Pure Bay, rigged with a 350 HP Mercury Verado engine. She is fully equipped to take up to 4 persons to new fishing horizons, and all-Shimano fishing gear will be provided for you as well.

You can go fly fishing on the flats, test your bottom fishing skills, or give offshore angling a chance — Capt. Chris will gladly take you where you want to go. On your to-catch list could be anything from Speckled Trout and Redfish, to Mahi Mahi, Grouper, Red Snapper, and King Mackerel, depending on what you’re targeting.

You can choose how much time you will spend on the water, but naturally, longer hours mean catching more fish, and who doesn’t want that? Whatever your strategy, one thing’s for sure, you’re not going home empty-handed.

Want to help your little ones fall in love with fishing? Feel free to bring them along, Capt. Chris has all the safety equipment they might require. This is an excellent opportunity to have a fun family outing you will cherish in the years to come.

What else do you need to take with you? Great mood, some drinks, snacks, lunch for longer trips, and let Capt. Chris take care of everything else. Double W Charters makes sure you have the best time reeling in your next personal record, so don’t miss a chance to try out their premier service!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip - Inshore (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $500
    This is a great trip for younger kids!!!
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Trip - Inshore (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $500
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $600
    An awesome bay fishing adventure targeting numerous inshore species.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    US $600
    A great afternoon of inshore fishing targeting Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder, and others.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour – Gulf Reef Fishing (10AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 10:00 AM
    US $675
    Depending on what fishing technique you want to hone, you could be going after the likes of Amberjack, Cobia, Grouper, and Red Snapper, as well as Mahi Mahi, and more.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip–Gulf Reef Fishing (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $675
    The early bird catches the fish and this trip will help you prove it. Depending on what fishing technique you want to hone and where, you could be going after the likes of Amberjack, Cobia, Grouper, and Red Snapper, as well as Mahi Mahi, and more.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip – Gulf Reef (10AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 10:00 AM
    US $850
    You could always use another hour on the water, and with this trip, Captain Chris gives you an opportunity to do just that. Targeting Grouper, Snapper, Mahi Mahi, King Mackerel, and other popular reef fish. Whatever your preferences are, the captain will be able to accommodate you. The departure is also possible at 10:00 a.m.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip – Gulf Reef (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $850
    You could always use another hour on the water, and with this trip, Captain Chris gives you an opportunity to do just that. Targeting Grouper, Snapper, Mahi Mahi, King Mackerel, and other popular reef fish. Whatever your preferences are, the captain will be able to accommodate you. The departure is also possible at 10:00 a.m.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip–Gulf Reef Fish (10AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 10:00 AM
    US $975
    Start off your day right, go fishing! Let Captain Chris hook you up with the area's most popular reef fish. Targeting Grouper, Snapper, Mahi Mahi, and many others. The departure is possible at 10:00 a.m. as well.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip–Gulf Reef Fishing (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $975
    Start off your day right, go fishing! Let Captain Chris hook you up with the area's most popular reef fish. Targeting Grouper, Snapper, Mahi Mahi, and many others. The departure is possible at 10:00 a.m. as well.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip – Gulf Reef (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $1,250
    A day on the water is a day well spent, and when you go on this 8-hour trip, you will understand why. The extra time allows Capt. Chris to get you out to areas of the Gulf that are much less pressured. Targeting Grouper, Snapper, Mahi Mahi, and many other popular reef fish.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Sailfish
    Sailfish
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
    Grouper (Scamp)
    Scamp Grouper
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
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FAQs about Double W Charters

Double W Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3 Hour Trip - Inshore (AM) (3 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 3 Hour Trip - Inshore (PM) (3 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $675 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour – Gulf Reef Fishing (10AM) (4 hours)
  • US $675 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip–Gulf Reef Fishing (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Gulf Reef (10AM) (5 hours)
  • US $850 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Gulf Reef (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $975 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip–Gulf Reef Fish (10AM) (6 hours)
  • US $975 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 6 Hour Trip–Gulf Reef Fishing (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group, additional US $50 per person after 3 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Gulf Reef (AM) (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Double W Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Small Toilet Inside Center Console
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Radar

Trips booked with Double W Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Fishing License

Double W Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Double W Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Fly Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Double W Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Red)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Meet the Captain

Chris Wiwi
Panama City Beach, Florida, United States
ID & license verified
89 Customer reviews
Response time 1 hour
Member since July 2018
Captain Chris has been fishing his whole life, and he decided to turn his passion into a profession in the year 2000. He worked with Curtis Fleming with Flyrod Chronicles and did a show with him that aired on the Outdoor channel, which speaks volumes of Capt. Chris' fishing expertise and knowledge. He also writes monthly fishing reports in Florida’s premier outdoor magazine, Woods N’ Water.

About this listing

Targeted species

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

Boat specs

Blue Wave (Center console) originally built in 2021. Powered by a 350HP Mercury Verado engine.

Length
26 ft
Capacity
5 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Fly Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Small Toilet Inside Center Console
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Radar

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

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

Payment

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 89 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (267)
6 hours of fun and excitement
6 hours of fun and excitement
6 hours of fun and excitement
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Angler rating
84
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
94%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
92%
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Chris V. E.
Miami, Florida
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Overall

A+ 5 Hour Trip - Caught a Shark! And much more!

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip – Gulf Reef (10AM) on April 7, 2023
Communication leading up to the trip with Captain Chris was excellent. Day of trip - he was on time and asked me if...
Chris V. E. recommends Double W Charters
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Franklin E.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Good
3.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing trip in August

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip–Gulf Reef Fishing (AM) on August 3, 2023
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John H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

6 hours of fun and excitement

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip–Gulf Reef Fishing (AM) on October 10, 2023
I took my two boys on a 6 hour charter and it was the best experience.  Captain Chris was great and it was something that...
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Cherie T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5hr birthday charter

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip – Gulf Reef (10AM) on July 18, 2023
Upon first meeting captain Chris he was very respectful and polite individual…he took me, my son, and nephew out for a 5hr...
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Stephen Y.
Yorktown Heights, NY
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great fishing with Captain Chris

VERIFIED   4 Hour – Gulf Reef Fishing (10AM) on April 25, 2023
If you want to catch trophy fish, go with Captain Chris. He’ll put you on the big ones and you won’t be disappointed. Top...
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