PanaLakeSportFishing
PanaLakeSportFishing
Experience the wild side of the Panama Canal with PanalakeSportfishing
Hidden within the vast waters of Gatun Lake lies one of Panama’s best kept fishing secrets. At PanalakeSportfishing, we don’t just take you fishing we take you on an adventure through a place where the jungle meets the water, and every cast holds a surprise.
Gatun Lake isn’t your average fishing spot. It’s an ever changing ecosystem teeming with hard fighting peacock bass, elusive snook, acrobatic tarpon, and aggressive jack crevalle. One moment, you're casting near ancient treetops submerged in the lake, and the next, you're battling a monster fish that wasn’t supposed to be here. That’s the beauty of fishing with us expect the unexpected.
Why Fish With Us?
Comfort & Experience – Our 18-foot pontoon offers a stable and spacious ride, perfect for casting, fighting big fish, or just soaking in the scenery.
Bilingual, Experienced Guide Captain Luke speaks both English and Spanish, ensuring clear communication and expert guidance.
Top Tier Fishing Whether you're after trophy peacock bass or a surprise tarpon, we know where to find them.
More Than Just a Trip, With our floating platform, lakeside accommodation, and jungle views, we offer a complete experience, not just a fishing tour.
The Adventure Awaits
This isn’t a crowded tourist attraction it’s a raw, untamed fishing paradise. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a first-timer, we’ll make sure your trip is thrilling, memorable, and packed with action.
Join us on Gatun Lake. Book your fishing adventure today.
Customer reviews
Beoordelingsoverzicht
Photos & videos by reviewers (11)
+8Beoordeling van Vissers
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
100%
Jun 12, 2025
Half Day Trip (AM)
Great Fishing Trip
This is my third fishing experience on Lake Gatun, but my first with PanaLakeSportFishing. Captain Luke might be very young, but he sure knows the lake and a lot about fishing. I am not a novice, and I still learned a lot. I have been on several fishing trips back in the U.S., and Luke is as knowledgeable as any one of those guides. Luke has a passion for fishing, and it shows as he wants to ensure his fishing clients have a great experience. It was also really nice that we fished off a pontoon boat, which made a very stable, comfortable, and safe fishing platform to fish from. That helped to make the trip enjoyable and relaxing. I definitely recommend Luke if you want to catch fish.
This is my third fishing experience on Lake Gatun, but my first with PanaLakeSportFishing. Captain Luke might be very young, but...
Mar 24, 2025
Half Day Trip (AM)
I walked away from this charter completely impressed!
I have been on many charters in my time as a fisherman. I have never walked away from a fishing trip this impressed with a captain. Not only did Luke make sure that we found fish. He was committed to making sure my kids had fun and my daughter was comfortable, catching fish and netting fish. He helped my son to hook bait and show them some of the nuances of what it means to be a ship captain. This young man knows that lake so very well that we had no choice but to catch fish. If you have the opportunity to go out with Luke, you should do so you will have an amazing time!
I have been on many charters in my time as a fisherman. I have never walked away from a fishing trip this impressed with a captain. Not...
Mar 2, 2025
Half Day Trip (AM)
Big fish and even bigger smiles!!
Freshwater sportfishing at its best! 37 peacock bass in 6 hrs..Captain Luke knows plenty of hotspots!! Couldn't keep the fish out of the boat...Luke was amazing at guiding us through the process and keeping the bait on our hooks. We only kept a couple fish for supper that night and appreciated that all of the other fish were released back into the lake. We will definitely return for another fun filled day. Thanks Luke!
Freshwater sportfishing at its best! 37 peacock bass in 6 hrs..Captain Luke knows plenty of hotspots!! Couldn't keep the fish...
Captain replied
Apr 19, 2025
Half Day Trip (AM)
Fantistic
Luke was very knowledgeable about the lake and knew how to read it. He adjusted very well to the changing conditions. Would highly recommend Luke to anyone!!!! Worth the time and experience. Thanks Luke. Will return!!
Luke was very knowledgeable about the lake and knew how to read it. He adjusted very well to the changing conditions. Would highly...
Captain replied
Mar 14, 2025
Half Day Trip (AM)
Great Time - Good Fishing!
Capt Luke did everything possible to ensure we had a great trip. We caught more than 10 peacock bass in a short half day trip. He knows the lake and has certainly done his homework.
Capt Luke did everything possible to ensure we had a great trip. We caught more than 10 peacock bass in a short half day trip....
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Customer reviews
Beoordelingsoverzicht
Photos & videos by reviewers (11)
+8Beoordeling van Vissers
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
100%
Experience:
Boot
Crew
Algemeen
Great Fishing Trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 12, 2025
This is my third fishing experience on Lake Gatun, but my first with PanaLakeSportFishing. Captain Luke might be very young, but he sure knows the lake and a lot about fishing. I am not a novice, and I still learned a lot. I have been on several fishing trips back in the U.S., and Luke is as knowledgeable as any one of those guides. Luke has a passion for fishing, and it shows as he wants to ensure his fishing clients have a great experience. It was also really nice that we fished off a pontoon boat, which made a very stable, comfortable, and safe fishing platform to fish from. That helped to make the trip enjoyable and relaxing. I definitely recommend Luke if you want to catch fish.
This is my third fishing experience on Lake Gatun, but my first with PanaLakeSportFishing. Captain Luke might be very young, but he sure knows the lake and a lot about fishing. I am not a novice, and I still learned a lot. I have been on several fishing trips back in the U.S., and Luke is as knowledgeable as any one of those guides. Luke has a passion for fishing, and it shows as he wants to ensure his fishing clients have a great experience. It was also really nice that we fished off a pontoon...
Experience:
Boot
Crew
Algemeen
I walked away from this charter completely impressed!
Half Day Trip (AM) on March 24, 2025
I have been on many charters in my time as a fisherman. I have never walked away from a fishing trip this impressed with a captain. Not only did Luke make sure that we found fish. He was committed to making sure my kids had fun and my daughter was comfortable, catching fish and netting fish. He helped my son to hook bait and show them some of the nuances of what it means to be a ship captain. This young man knows that lake so very well that we had no choice but to catch fish. If you have the opportunity to go out with Luke, you should do so you will have an amazing time!
I have been on many charters in my time as a fisherman. I have never walked away from a fishing trip this impressed with a captain. Not only did Luke make sure that we found fish. He was committed to making sure my kids had fun and my daughter was comfortable, catching fish and netting fish. He helped my son to hook bait and show them some of the nuances of what it means to be a ship captain. This young man knows that lake so very well that we had no choice but to catch fish. If you have the...
Experience:
Boot
Crew
Algemeen
Big fish and even bigger smiles!!
Half Day Trip (AM) on March 2, 2025
Freshwater sportfishing at its best! 37 peacock bass in 6 hrs..Captain Luke knows plenty of hotspots!! Couldn't keep the fish out of the boat...Luke was amazing at guiding us through the process and keeping the bait on our hooks. We only kept a couple fish for supper that night and appreciated that all of the other fish were released back into the lake. We will definitely return for another fun filled day. Thanks Luke!
Freshwater sportfishing at its best! 37 peacock bass in 6 hrs..Captain Luke knows plenty of hotspots!! Couldn't keep the fish out of the boat...Luke was amazing at guiding us through the process and keeping the bait on our hooks. We only kept a couple fish for supper that night and appreciated that all of the other fish were released back into the lake. We will definitely return for another fun filled day. Thanks Luke!
Experience:
Boot
Crew
Algemeen
Fantistic
Half Day Trip (AM) on April 19, 2025
Luke was very knowledgeable about the lake and knew how to read it. He adjusted very well to the changing conditions. Would highly recommend Luke to anyone!!!! Worth the time and experience. Thanks Luke. Will return!!
Luke was very knowledgeable about the lake and knew how to read it. He adjusted very well to the changing conditions. Would highly recommend Luke to anyone!!!! Worth the time and experience. Thanks Luke. Will return!!
Experience:
Boot
Crew
Algemeen
Great Time - Good Fishing!
Half Day Trip (AM) on March 14, 2025
Capt Luke did everything possible to ensure we had a great trip. We caught more than 10 peacock bass in a short half day trip. He knows the lake and has certainly done his homework.
Capt Luke did everything possible to ensure we had a great trip. We caught more than 10 peacock bass in a short half day trip. He knows the lake and has certainly done his homework.
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