Freebird Charters
Freebird Charters is based out of Gulf Shores Alabama. The company is run and operated by Captain John, a professional and experienced guide who knows all the hot spots where the fish are hiding. He has multiple captains running the trips with him. If you are looking for a wonderful day on the water catching several different types of fish, you have chosen the right charter to help you do so.
Enjoy your fishing trip with Freebird Charters aboard a 24' Blazer Bay center console, which comes powered by a 250 HP Suzuki engine. Originally built in 2009, and can comfortably take up to six anglers. It has a maximum cruising speed of 35 knots and is rigged with navigational electronics, including a GPS, a VHF radio, and a fish finder. The vessel is wheelchair accessible and is equipped with a live bait tank and an ice-box to keep the fish fresh during the day.
Freebird Charters can customize a trip to meet any angler's wishes. From a casual trip with the family for some tasty inshore fish to an expedition of shrimping and watching the dolphins - a light-tackle charter is sure to suit your needs.
You will be targeting White Trout, Whiting , Black Drum, Redfish, Sheepshead, Spotted Seatrout, King Mackerel, Pompano, Stingrays, Black Tip Sharks, Blue Crabs, Bluefish, and who knows what else!
A trip with Freebird Charters comes inclusive with all the necessary equipment to make a great catch possible. You will be provided with rods, reels, tackle, lures, and live bait, as well as the fishing licenses for you and your group. If you decide to keep the catch, it will be cleaned and filleted for you at the end of the trip, ready for a ride home. You can feel free to bring your own drinks and snacks with you on board the vessel.
Lots of fish, comfortable boat, professional guide - it's all here and it's all fun!
Freebird Charters is based out of Gulf Shores Alabama. The company is run and operated by Captain John, a professional and experienced guide who knows all the hot spots where the fish are hiding. He has multiple captains running the trips with him. If you are looking for a wonderful day on the water catching several different types of fish, you have chosen the right charter to help you do so.
Enjoy your fishing trip with Freebird Charters aboard a 24' Blazer Bay center console, which comes powered by a 250 HP Suzuki engine. Originally built in 2009, and can comfortably take up to six anglers. It has a maximum cruising speed of 35 knots and is rigged with navigational electronics, including a GPS, a VHF radio, and a fish finder. The vessel is wheelchair accessible and is equipped with a live bait tank and an ice-box to keep the fish fresh during the day.
Freebird Charters can customize a trip to meet any angler's wishes. From a casual trip with the family for some tasty inshore fish to an expedition of shrimping and watching the dolphins - a light-tackle charter is sure to suit your needs.
You will be targeting White Trout, Whiting , Black Drum, Redfish, Sheepshead, Spotted Seatrout, King Mackerel, Pompano, Stingrays, Black Tip Sharks, Blue Crabs, Bluefish, and who knows what else!
A trip with Freebird Charters comes inclusive with all the necessary equipment to make a great catch possible. You will be provided with rods, reels, tackle, lures, and live bait, as well as the fishing licenses for you and your group. If you decide to keep the catch, it will be cleaned and filleted for you at the end of the trip, ready for a ride home. You can feel free to bring your own drinks and snacks with you on board the vessel.
Lots of fish, comfortable boat, professional guide - it's all here and it's all fun!
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Suzanne Cain5.0VerifiedFreebird was Fantastic
3 Hour Trip on May 19, 2026 • 3 adultsOur fishing excursion was fantastic. Our captain, Jerry, was fun and engaging. He helped us bait our hooks, and told us where to cast. We caught fish, they fileted them for us, and told us how or where to cook them. As a widowed mom, this was a fantastic way to take my two college aged sons fishing. We had the absolute best time hanging out on the boat, catching fish, and making great memories. We have already talked about doing this again next year! We recommend John's business, and especially Captain Jerry!
Brandy Fagan5.0VerifiedThe owner and his wife are AMAZING!
3 Hour Trip - 10:00 AM on June 30, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 childThey went above and beyond to make sure my teenager had a great time for his first experience saltwater fishing. We live in Oklahoma and he is an avid fisherman, I dont think he will ever catch another fish that gives him the excitement that catching the sharks he caught did. Thank you so much! We just got back to OK and the kids both say they want to start saving to go back!
Jed Elkins5.0VerifiedGreat experience, fun trip!
3 Hour Trip - 10:00 AM on July 19, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 childOur group had a great trip! Captain John and his crew were fantastic, took us to a great spot and caught a lot of fish! My son loved it!
Josh BolligRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat outing!!
3 Hour Trip - 2:00 PM on June 21, 2026 • 5 adultsFriendly and knowledgable Captain who was as friendly and polite as can be!! Three 13 year old boys had an excellent morning and caught plenty of fish!
Holly Le May5.0VerifiedWonderful trip!
Quick Fishing Trip - 11:00 AM on March 30, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 childrenDavid was very gentle and kind with our 6 year old and 8 year old. He taught them each step patiently and made sure that they caught enough fish. He consistently emcouraged them and made them feel proud of their technique and the fish they caught. Besides making it fun, David also taught them new skills.
Jody Taylor5.0Verifiedbest Trip ever
2 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on June 29, 2026 • 5 adults • 2 childrenwe took our 9 year old daughter and 4 year old grandson and they had a blast
Will Durham5.0VerifiedWell worth it.
3 Hour Trip on April 15, 2026 • 3 adultsGreat to work with and very knowledgeable. The captain knew where the fish where and made sure caught fish. definitely recommend it and definitely will use them again whenever we come back
Bryeson Tellor5.0VerifiedGreat Captains, Great Owners
3 Hour Trip - 10:00 AM on July 10, 2026 • 4 adults- Jimbo Griffie5.0Verified
Kid Friendly
Quick Fishing Trip - 11:00 AM on April 2, 2026 • 6 adults • 3 childrenCaptian David did a great job and was fantastic with our 3 kids ages 7-10. Definitely 5 stars! Our 7 year old caught his first fish ever and was super stoked!!!
Noah JacksonRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat day of fishing
Inshore Trip on March 30, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 childDavid was our captain for the morning, he was very good with my son. We caught redfish with live shrimp and brought home plenty of fish to eat.
FAQs about Freebird Charters
- US $400 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 2 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) (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 - 11:00 AM (2 hours)
- US $400 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - Quick Fishing Trip - 2:00 PM (2 hours)
- US $500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 3 Hour Trip (3 hours)
- US $500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 3 Hour Trip - 10:00 AM (3 hours)
- US $500 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - 3 Hour Trip - 2:00 PM (3 hours)
- US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - Inshore Trip (4 hours)
- US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 3 guests - Inshore Trip - 12:00 PM (4 hours)
- US $1,000 per group - Trolling trip 4 HR (4 hours)
- US $1,200 per group - Trolling trip 6 HR (6 hours)
- US $1,500 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing (6 hours)
- US $1,500 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Bottom Fishing - 6:00 AM (6 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait (We sometimes use live bait)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (30 cents a pound or 25 percent tip)
- Fishing license (All fishing license are included)
- Inshore fishing
- Reef fishing
- Wreck fishing
- Flats fishing
- Backcountry fishing
- Light tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Jigging
- Popping
- Flounder gigging
- Catfish
- Jack (African Pompano)
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Kingfish (Southern)
- Pompano
- Redfish
- Shark (Blacktip)
- Sheepshead
- Shrimp
- Skate
- Speckled Trout
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