Gulf Coast Charters
Gulf Coast Charters
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The most unique and addictive angling in the world can be found in the Gulf and back bay waters of Alabama, and Gulf Coast Charters are giving you the opportunity to explore it for yourself. They target a wide variety of fish including Speckled Trout, Flounder, Redfish, White Trout, Sheepshead and more!
Gulf Coast Charters customize their trips to suit the needs of the angler on the day. Whether you want to enjoy a casual trip with your family and friends to target some tasty White trout, or take the shrimp net out and watch the dolphins play they have a light tackle charter to suit your wishes.
Whatever brings you to the Alabama Gulf Coast, even if you are not the avid angler in search of a world record catch, fishing aboard a charter vessel can be one of the finest times you will have here. Whether it's a small group on a small boat in search of a fishing adventure, an all-day trip with a large group, or night-fishing in the summer months, it's all here and it's all fun!
The most unique and addictive angling in the world can be found in the Gulf and back bay waters of Alabama, and Gulf Coast Charters are giving you the opportunity to explore it for yourself. They target a wide variety of fish including Speckled Trout, Flounder, Redfish, White Trout, Sheepshead and more!
Gulf Coast Charters customize their trips to suit the needs of the angler on the day. Whether you want to enjoy a casual trip with your family and friends to target some tasty White trout, or take the shrimp net out and watch the dolphins play they have a light tackle charter to suit your wishes.
Whatever brings you to the Alabama Gulf Coast, even if you are not the avid angler in search of a world record catch, fishing aboard a charter vessel can be one of the finest times you will have here. Whether it's a small group on a small boat in search of a fishing adventure, an all-day trip with a large group, or night-fishing in the summer months, it's all here and it's all fun!
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What anglers say
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Took my sons on a two hour trip. Captain Jerry was awesome. Told us some great stories about the areas that we fished and kept relocating us until we found a hot spot. We rounded out the trip with 14 fish (plus a small shark and some catfish that we tossed back). Great day on the water with my sons and Captain Jerry!
Thank you for fishing with us! We're so glad y'all had a great time with Captain Jerry. We hope to see you and your sons back on the water again soon!🎣😊
Captain John made for a great time for our family of 5’s (3 teenage boys) fishing experience! We rarely fish but wanted to experience a fish excursion while on vacation. Captain John found a great spot for us to catch fish on our hour adventure. He even extended the time for us a bit as we were flexible with departure time. He handled everything for us (even tangled lines) and had great conversation throughout. We even took him up on his recommendation to take the fish straight over to a local restaurant (Mikey’s) to have them cook up the fish for us which was also a great experience. I recommend Captain John and Gulf Coast Charters to anyone!
Hi Geoff, Thank You for the great review. It's nice to know that you can catch quite a few fish in a short time. Thank you for letting us experience that with your family. We look forward to fishing with you guys in the future. Safe travels Captain John
Jerry and Joe were fantastic. We had some rough weather blow in and they were so gracious to run us back to dock and wait out the rain storm. Jerry allowed us to fish our full three hours following the storm without question. The bite was slow but Jerry and Joe remained focused on finding us fish. They were solely focused on ensuring our group enjoyed our time and had a trip to remember. First class crew!
Thank you so much for the kind words, Brandon! We truly appreciate your patience during the weather delay. Safety is always our top priority, and we're glad Captain Jerry and Joe were able to get you back on the water and make sure you got your full fishing time. Even when the bite is tough, our crew works hard to put our guests on fish and create a memorable experience. We’re grateful you chose us and hope to have you back aboard again soon! 🎣 Tight lines, The Freebird Charters Team We Catch Fish! 🐟
Jerry and Joey did an excellent job! My son uses forearm crutches to walk and they were very accommodating for him and they made sure he was having fun! We caught ALOT of fish and this will be a great core memory for all of us! My son loves to fish and won’t stop talking about this trip! I highy recommend them and will definitely do it again! Thanks again! Darrin Bush
Thank you so much for the kind words! It was an absolute pleasure having your family on board. We're especially happy to hear your son had such a great time and that Jerry and Joey helped make the trip enjoyable and accessible for him. Creating memories like these is exactly why we love what we do. Thank you for trusting us with your fishing adventure, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another great day on the water! 🎣😊 — The Freebird Charters Team
This was my first fishing trip and it did not disappoint! The first fish I caught of the day was a shark and that just made it even better! Captain Jerry was awesome and we enjoyed his stories and humor.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled your first fishing trip was such a memorable one. We'll be sure to pass your compliments on to Captain Jerry. We hope to fish with you again soon!" 🎣😊
FAQs about Gulf Coast Charters
What are the trip rates for Gulf Coast Charters?
- US $200 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Introduction to fishing (1 hour)
- US $200 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Introduction to fishing - 10:00 AM (1 hour)
- US $200 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Introduction to fishing - 11:00 AM (1 hour)
- US $200 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Introduction to fishing - 8:00 AM (1 hour)
- US $200 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Introduction to fishing - 9:00 AM (1 hour)
- US $400 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - Quick Fishing Trip (2 hours)
- US $400 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - Quick Fishing Trip (2 hours)
- US $400 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - Quick Fishing Trip - 12:00 PM (2 hours)
- US $400 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - Quick Fishing Trip - 3:00 PM (2 hours)
- US $500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Inshore (3 hours)
- US $500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Inshore Bay (3 hours)
- US $500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 3 Hour Trip – Inshore Bay - 2:00 PM (3 hours)
- US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip – Inshore (4 hours)
- US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip – Inshore - 6:00 AM (4 hours)
- US $1,500 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Reef Fishing (AM) (6 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Gulf Coast Charters?
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Ice box
What's included in the trip price with Gulf Coast Charters?
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait (We occasionally fish for live bait. Everything is included in the trip)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaning is included with the trip, The deck hand is the one that usually cleans the fish so a good 20% tip is always a)
- First mate (Our first mate gets paid by tips only. So if you are so kind, please tip our deck hands, 20% of the trip is customary.)
- Fishing license (We are a six pack party boat license that covers all fishermen.)
What types of fishing does Gulf Coast Charters offer?
- Inshore fishing
- Reef fishing
- Wreck fishing
What fishing techniques does Gulf Coast Charters offer?
- Light tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Jigging
- Popping
Which fish species can I catch with Gulf Coast Charters?
- Black Drum
- Crab
- Flounder
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Redfish
- Shrimp
- Spanish Mackerel
- Whiting
Your captain
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Captain John has been fishing with his dad and grandparents since he was probably old enough to hold a fishing pole. He has fished in Key West, Savannah, Georgia, and the Gulf of Mexico, all the way to California, and even Hawaii. The captain enjoys fishing and loves watching people catch fish. He hopes to see you on the water soon. He and his six other captains will make sure you have fun while fishing.
John S.
Captain
Chastity W.
Captain
Rick W.
Captain
David C.
Captain
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Captain John has been fishing with his dad and grandparents since he was probably old enough to hold a fishing pole. He has fished in Key West, Savannah, Georgia, and the Gulf of Mexico, all the way to California, and even Hawaii. The captain enjoys fishing and loves watching people catch fish. He hopes to see you on the water soon. He and his six other captains will make sure you have fun while fishing.
John S.
Captain
Chastity W.
Captain
Rick W.
Captain
David C.
Captain
What is the boat like?
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Which fishing techniques you can try
Which amenities are available onboard
What’s included in the trip price
How cancellations work
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.
What the listing policies are
Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
How you can pay
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
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State licensed4.7(109)24 ftGroup size 1 - 61 - 6
+64 hour trip • 2 personsUS $550
