Southwind 

4.9/5 (104 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 Perdido Beach Boulevard, Orange Beach, AL 36561, United States

Southwind 

 
Federally permitted
4.9/5 (104)
 Angler's Choice
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Perdido Beach Boulevard
Orange Beach, AL, United States

*we DO offer fish cleaning*

SouthWind Charters is exactly what the doctor ordered for anyone who has the itch to fish the Gulf Shores and Orange Beach areas. If you are looking for a fully customized fishing experience on your next holiday, you have found the right place.

Enjoy a lot of artificial reefs, cruise the coast and head up to 15 miles offshore. Most of the trips will most likely wear you out battling big and hard-fighting fish so get ready to have a nice light tackle and live bait workout.

All this fantastic sport fishing is available aboard the ‘Southwind,’ a 42’ Sea Harvester walk-around boat. Her twin 330 HP Cummins engines will power you to the hottest grounds in the area, and the top-notch electronics will help you locate the fish.

The Southwind is rigged with everything you need to make a great catch possible. As well as that, you will find plenty of space for up to 18 anglers, a flybridge to take in all the beauty of the surrounding areas, a comfortable restroom, and an air-conditioned cabin.

You will be able to catch-and-release Amberjack and Red Snapper year-round, target Barracuda, Cobia, and Red Grouper, go for Kingfish and Triggerfish and get your hands on Mangrove Snapper. Trolling, jigging, and bottom fishing will be your techniques for the day.

All trips come with quality rods, reels, and tackle, as well as lures, bait, and fishing licenses. Just bring your adventurous spirit and desire to catch some fish!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 104 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (99)

It’s a Great Day to Fish!
Fishing trip 2025
Fishing trip 2025
+96

Angler rating

93
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1
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

95%

Appropriate for children

98%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

98%

Caught fish

97%

Showing 1 - 5 of 104 reviews
Showing: 5 of 104 reviews
Brian L.
Brian L.
5.0/5

Jul 15, 2025

5 hour trip PM

Family fishing outing

VERIFIED

We sailed on the Southwind with Cpt. Brett, and Harrison and Marshall as deckhands. It was a great family outing! Everyone caught fish, even the 3 newbies. The crew got us on the spot, coached on how to get the bait into the fish’s mouth and how to get them to the boat before something else got our fish (those dolphins were almost as determined as us). I would absolutely recommend the Southwind to anyone looking to put fish into a cooler - no experience required!

We sailed on the Southwind with Cpt. Brett, and Harrison and Marshall as deckhands. It was a great family outing! Everyone caught...  

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 Brian L. recommends Southwind
 Brian L. recommends Southwind

Mike R.
Mike R.
5.0/5

Jul 2, 2025

5 hour trip AM

Holy Mackerel!!

VERIFIED

Outstanding day on the water! Capt. Brett commands a great craft. My family members hooked @ 40lbs. of fish, mostly Red Snapper and Mackrel. First Mate Harrison was friendly, knowledgeable and responsive to his customers. Bottom line (ha!) WE HAD FUN and a great DINNER that night! Thanks for the memories!

Outstanding day on the water! Capt. Brett commands a great craft. My family members hooked @ 40lbs. of fish, mostly Red Snapper...  

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 Mike R. recommends Southwind

Chris D.
Chris D.
5.0/5

Jul 27, 2025

5 hour trip AM

It’s a Great Day to Fish!

VERIFIED

We had an awesome five hour trip out on the water with our group of eight—everyone caught fish, especially some nice red snapper. We got our “trophy” fish too!! The crew was knowledgeable and friendly, making the morning smooth, successful, and memorable from start to finish.

We had an awesome five hour trip out on the water with our group of eight—everyone caught fish, especially some nice red snapper....  

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 Chris D. recommends Southwind
 Chris D. recommends Southwind

Mike D.
Mike D.
5.0/5

Jun 18, 2025

5 hour trip AM

Great Guys, Great Experience!

VERIFIED

Brett and Harrison were top notch! Our family had a great time with this crew and they really made it easy. Plenty of red snapper to take home! We did a 5 hour am trip and it was perfect for our family of 7. I would highly recommend Southwind to anyone. Sincerely Mike

Brett and Harrison were top notch! Our family had a great time with this crew and they really made it easy. Plenty of red snapper...  

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 Mike D. recommends Southwind

Nicolas L.
Nicolas L.
5.0/5

Aug 30, 2025

5 hour trip AM

Amazing trip for our family

VERIFIED

We did the 5 hour trip and had a blast! Captain Brett and deckhand Harrison couldn’t have been more helpful for our family. I highly recommend this charter for anybody looking to have an experienced crew that will also take care of you like friends.

We did the 5 hour trip and had a blast! Captain Brett and deckhand Harrison couldn’t have been more helpful for our family. I...  

 Nicolas L. recommends Southwind
 Nicolas L. recommends Southwind

Trip availability and prices

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4 Hour Trip – Intro (AM)
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US $1,200 
Entire boat: up to 18 people
4 Hour Trip – Intro (PM)
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US $1,200 
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5 hour trip AM
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US $1,500 
Entire boat: up to 18 people
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US $1,500 
Entire boat: up to 18 people
3/4 Day Trip (AM)
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6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
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US $1,750 
Entire boat: up to 18 people
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6 Hour Trip, starts at 1:30 PM
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US $1,750 
Entire boat: up to 18 people
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US $2,400 
Entire boat: up to 18 people
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US $3,500 
Entire boat: up to 18 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 104 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (99)

It’s a Great Day to Fish!
Fishing trip 2025
Fishing trip 2025
+96

Angler rating

93
9
0
1
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

95%

Appropriate for children

98%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

98%

Caught fish

97%

Showing 1 - 5 of 104 reviews
Showing: 5 of 104 reviews
Brian L.
Brian L.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Family fishing outing

VERIFIED

5 hour trip PM on July 15, 2025

We sailed on the Southwind with Cpt. Brett, and Harrison and Marshall as deckhands. It was a great family outing! Everyone caught fish, even the 3 newbies. The crew got us on the spot, coached on how to get the bait into the fish’s mouth and how to get them to the boat before something else got our fish (those dolphins were almost as determined as us). I would absolutely recommend the Southwind to anyone looking to put fish into a cooler - no experience required!

We sailed on the Southwind with Cpt. Brett, and Harrison and Marshall as deckhands. It was a great family outing! Everyone caught fish, even the 3 newbies. The crew got us on the spot, coached on how to get the bait into the fish’s mouth and how to get them to the boat before something else got our fish (those dolphins were almost as determined as us). I would absolutely recommend the Southwind to anyone looking to put fish into a cooler - no experience required!  

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 Brian L. recommends Southwind

Mike R.
Mike R.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Holy Mackerel!!

VERIFIED

5 hour trip AM on July 2, 2025

Outstanding day on the water! Capt. Brett commands a great craft. My family members hooked @ 40lbs. of fish, mostly Red Snapper and Mackrel. First Mate Harrison was friendly, knowledgeable and responsive to his customers. Bottom line (ha!) WE HAD FUN and a great DINNER that night! Thanks for the memories!

Outstanding day on the water! Capt. Brett commands a great craft. My family members hooked @ 40lbs. of fish, mostly Red Snapper and Mackrel. First Mate Harrison was friendly, knowledgeable and responsive to his customers. Bottom line (ha!) WE HAD FUN and a great DINNER that night! Thanks for the memories!  

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 Mike R. recommends Southwind

Chris D.
Chris D.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

It’s a Great Day to Fish!

VERIFIED

5 hour trip AM on July 27, 2025

We had an awesome five hour trip out on the water with our group of eight—everyone caught fish, especially some nice red snapper. We got our “trophy” fish too!! The crew was knowledgeable and friendly, making the morning smooth, successful, and memorable from start to finish.

We had an awesome five hour trip out on the water with our group of eight—everyone caught fish, especially some nice red snapper. We got our “trophy” fish too!! The crew was knowledgeable and friendly, making the morning smooth, successful, and memorable from start to finish.  

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 Chris D. recommends Southwind

Mike D.
Mike D.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Guys, Great Experience!

VERIFIED

5 hour trip AM on June 18, 2025

Brett and Harrison were top notch! Our family had a great time with this crew and they really made it easy. Plenty of red snapper to take home! We did a 5 hour am trip and it was perfect for our family of 7. I would highly recommend Southwind to anyone. Sincerely Mike

Brett and Harrison were top notch! Our family had a great time with this crew and they really made it easy. Plenty of red snapper to take home! We did a 5 hour am trip and it was perfect for our family of 7. I would highly recommend Southwind to anyone. Sincerely Mike  

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 Mike D. recommends Southwind

Nicolas L.
Nicolas L.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Amazing trip for our family

VERIFIED

5 hour trip AM on August 30, 2025

We did the 5 hour trip and had a blast! Captain Brett and deckhand Harrison couldn’t have been more helpful for our family. I highly recommend this charter for anybody looking to have an experienced crew that will also take care of you like friends.

We did the 5 hour trip and had a blast! Captain Brett and deckhand Harrison couldn’t have been more helpful for our family. I highly recommend this charter for anybody looking to have an experienced crew that will also take care of you like friends.  

 Nicolas L. recommends Southwind

FAQs about Southwind

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
18 persons
Boat length
42 ft
Year built
1989
Boat manufacturer
Sea Harvester
Boat type
Walkaround

Engine model
Cummins 6BTA
Powered by
2 x 330HP
Max cruising speed
15 knots
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