Choose 3–12 hours of nearshore trolling or offshore bottom fishing on a comfortable 18-guest boat.
3–12 hrs
Up to 18 people
Rods and reels, bait, licenses
Step aboard Southwind for a flexible fishing adventure along Alabama's Gulf Coast. Select the duration that fits your day and troll nearshore for mackerel or head offshore to bottom-fish for seasonal species.
What happens in the event of bad weather?
The crew monitors sea conditions and will try to move your trip to a better time or day. If conditions remain unsafe and rescheduling is impossible, you will receive a refund.
Arrive 15 minutes early and check in at slip A3. Bring food and drinks in a cooler — no glass containers. A 20% tip for the mate is customary, fish cleaning is charged per pound, and credit card payments incur a 3.5% fee.
Cancel up to 2 weeks before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 14 days may incur a fee. Same-day, day-before, and no-shows are charged 100% of the trip cost. Trips run rain or shine; weather decisions are made by the captain.
Zeke's Landing Marina • 26619 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach, AL 36561
Captains Brett, Brian, Kyle, and Sam lead a rotation of experienced crews that consistently deliver excellent fishing trips in the Gulf. Reviewers rave about how knowledgeable the captains are at finding fish, with groups regularly catching limits and multiple species. The first mates get equal praise for their efficiency keeping lines baited, managing tangles, and helping everyone from excited kids to first-time anglers get fish in the boat. Families particularly appreciate the patience shown with younger children, who often rate these trips as vacation highlights. The booking process is straightforward, and groups of all sizes seem well-accommodated. What stands out is the crew's commitment to making sure everyone catches fish before heading back. Multiple reviewers mention return visits year after year, which speaks volumes about the consistent quality. The boats themselves are well-maintained with plenty of amenities, and the overall vibe is friendly and professional without being stuffy. If you're looking for a Gulf fishing charter where the crew actually knows what they're doing and will work hard to put you on fish, this operation delivers.
Tristan and Colby showed our family and amazing time. We caught lots of fish and they were so parient with all of our kids and their questions. We will definitely be back for Snapper season!
Stephanie Snyder
8 months ago
Tristan and Colby showed our family and amazing time. We caught lots of fish and they were so parient with all of our kids and their questions. We will definitely be back for Snapper season!
Stephanie Snyder
8 months ago