Fairwater II 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 ‘Fairwater II’, a 40’ 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 Fairwater II 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.



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    3 hour cruise/trolling trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 8:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Jan 1 - May 15
    Price for up to 18 persons
    US $1,000
    Get ready to set sail on a thrilling 3 hour cruise aboard Fairwater II that will leave you with memories to last a lifetime. Embark on this exciting journey as we navigate the beautiful waters, taking in the stunning coastal scenery and feeling the refreshing breeze on your face. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to bond with nature, and create lasting memories. So grab your sense of adventure and join us! Book your trip now and get ready for an unforgettable experience on the Gulf of Mexico
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Trolling
    Targeted fish
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Private trip
    3 hour cruise/trolling trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 1:30 PM
    Price for up to 8 persons
    US $1,000
    Get ready to set sail on a thrilling 3 hour cruise aboard Fairwater II that will leave you with memories to last a lifetime. Embark on this exciting journey as we navigate the beautiful waters, taking in the stunning coastal scenery and feeling the refreshing breeze on your face. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to bond with nature, and create lasting memories. So grab your sense of adventure and join us! Book your trip now and get ready for an unforgettable experience on the Gulf of Mexico
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Trolling
    Targeted fish
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Price for up to 8 persons
    US $1,200
    The crew's basic introduction trip, perfect for a fun-filled time out on the Gulf of Mexico! An intro to deep sea fishing the whole family will love. These 4 hours consist of trolling nearshore for Spanish, King Mackerel and light bottom fishing
    Targeted fish
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:30 PM
    Price for up to 8 persons
    US $1,200
    The crew's basic introduction trip, perfect for a fun-filled time out on the Gulf of Mexico! An intro to deep sea fishing the whole family will love. These 4 hours consist of trolling nearshore for Spanish and King Mackerel. If time permits, some light bottom fishing
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Targeted fish
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Price for up to 8 persons
    US $1,750
    Book this trip and get ready for some bottom fishing and trolling for Vermilion Snapper, red snapper, Mackerel, and other species.
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 1:30 PM
    Price for up to 8 persons
    US $1,750
    Book this trip and get ready for some bottom fishing and trolling for Vermilion Snapper, Mackerel, and other species. Red Snapper season for 2024 to be announced
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Price for up to 8 persons
    US $2,400
    The eight-hour trip will take you trolling and bottom fishing for Snapper, Triggerfish, and other species up to 15 miles out. Red Snapper season for 2024 to be announced
  • Private trip
    12 hour trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Price for up to 8 persons
    US $3,500
    You want to spend maximum time on the water, this trip is just what the doctor ordered. You will have the waters all to yourselves, where you will be able to target various types of fish by trolling and bottom fishing. You can expect to target Snapper, Grouper, Cobia, Amberjack, Barracuda, and other species depending on the season. Red Snapper season 2024 to be announced
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Grouper (Black)
    Black Grouper
    Grouper (Gag)
    Gag Grouper
    Grouper (Red)
    Red Grouper
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Bonito
    Bonito
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 105 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Friendly captain
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Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Paul E.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Perfect day!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) on June 7, 2024
This is the only boat to charter with. We had a group of 8. Half had never fished.  Capt Tom found plenty of great spots to...
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Bill S.
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Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great time on the water!

VERIFIED   NEW  3 hour cruise/trolling trip (PM) on January 3, 2025
Cold but beautiful day in January.  The Captain put us on some good fish and if the dolphins would have left us alone we would...
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Amy B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Wow what a trip!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (PM) on July 3, 2024
We took our staff and their children out for a fun day of fishing. Captain Tom was top notch and made sure everything was fun...
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Sharon D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Overall

Fantastic Fishing Trip!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) on June 7, 2024
Great 4 hour trolling trip with the Fairwater II. First mate , Gaby, great.  We had 10 in our party and most had never fished....
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Daniel O.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great trip and crew

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip on June 29, 2024
For the first time fishing trip it was awesome. Capitan Tom and Gabby were awesome. We caught our limit of red snapper and...
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FAQs about Fairwater II

Fairwater II offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,000 per group - 3 hour cruise/trolling trip (AM) (3 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $100 per person after 8 guests - 3 hour cruise/trolling trip (PM) (3 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $120 per person after 8 guests - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $120 per person after 8 guests - 4 Hour Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $1,750 per group, additional US $175 per person after 8 guests - 6 Hour Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,750 per group, additional US $175 per person after 8 guests - 6 Hour Trip (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $2,400 per group, additional US $240 per person after 8 guests - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $3,500 per group, additional US $350 per person after 8 guests - 12 hour trip (12 hours)

When you book a trip with Fairwater II, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet AC Cabin, restroom, walk around deck
  • Air Conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System
  • Ice Box
  • Radio
  • Radar

Trips booked with Fairwater II include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • First Mate (Customary tip for the mate is 20%, not included)
  • Fishing License (You fish under the boats license when you charter with us, there’s no need to worry with having to purchase one for your trip)

Fairwater II offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (Depending on the length of trip you choose, we fish anywhere from 3 miles to 25 miles offshore)
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Fairwater II offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Fairwater II include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Red)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Triggerfish (Gray)

Your operator

Fairwater II Charters LLC
Orange Beach, Alabama, United States
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345 Customer reviews
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Member since January 2015
Fairwater II Charters LLC a team of not only knowledgeable but also highly experienced captains. Each and every one of them is a true professional who can cater to anglers of all ages and expertise. The team are fun and family-friendly and enjoy introducing younger anglers to the art of fishing. Fairwater II Charters caters to both family outings and company trips, such as team buildings and corporate charters.

The fish you can target

Amberjack Amberjack
Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Cobia Cobia
Grouper (Red) Red Grouper

What the boat is like

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

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

Which types of fishing are offered

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Depending on the length of trip you choose, we fish anywhere from 3 miles to 25 miles offshore
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
AC Cabin, restroom, walk around deck
Air Conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
First Mate
Customary tip for the mate is 20%, not included
Fishing License
You fish under the boats license when you charter with us, there’s no need to worry with having to purchase one for your trip

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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.
Child Friendly
We love having kids aboard! Seeing their excitement and hearing laughter as they pull in their first fish makes the trip worth it every time!
You Keep Catch
When in season
Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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
American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

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