Southern Sun Fishing Charters 

4.9
(466 reviews)
 
State licensed
 28101 Perdido Beach Boulevard, Orange Beach, AL 36561, United States

Southern Sun Fishing Charters 

Orange Beach, AL, United States
24 ft
4
4.9
(466 reviews)

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Southern Sun Fishing Charters is a professional fishing guide service specializing in giving customers an outstanding and memorable time catching fish. Join Captain Charlie on the gorgeous inshore and nearshore waters of Orange Beach searching for species such as Redfish, Speckled Trout, Spanish Mackerel, and many others.

When you book a charter with Southern Sun Fishing Charters everything is provided, including bait, tackle, rods, licenses, and cleaning the fish. The only thing you need to worry about once you book a charter is having an awesome time.

You will go out aboard a 24' Triton center console. This is a clean and spacious boat with plenty of space for up to 5 anglers. The vessel comes powered by a single 250 HP Suzuki engine and is outfitted with the latest navigational and fish-finding electronics, as well as other professional accessories.

The trips are short and sweet. In just 4 hours, you'll have the opportunity to learn lots of new fishing tricks and fill your bucket with tasty fish. You only need to choose whether you prefer a morning or an afternoon bite. The trips are adjusted in order to fit every angler's needs - from beginner to a seasonal pro.

Come have a great day on the water with Captain Charlie and make memories to relive for years to come!

Southern Sun Fishing Charters is a professional fishing guide service specializing in giving customers an outstanding and memorable time catching fish. Join Captain Charlie on the gorgeous inshore and nearshore waters of Orange Beach searching for species such as Redfish, Speckled Trout, Spanish Mackerel, and many others.

When you book a charter with Southern Sun Fishing Charters everything is provided, including bait, tackle, rods, licenses, and cleaning the fish. The only thing you need to worry about once you book a charter is having an awesome time.

You will go out aboard a 24' Triton center console. This is a clean and spacious boat with plenty of space for up to 5 anglers. The vessel comes powered by a single 250 HP Suzuki engine and is outfitted with the latest navigational and fish-finding electronics, as well as other professional accessories.

The trips are short and sweet. In just 4 hours, you'll have the opportunity to learn lots of new fishing tricks and fill your bucket with tasty fish. You only need to choose whether you prefer a morning or an afternoon bite. The trips are adjusted in order to fit every angler's needs - from beginner to a seasonal pro.

Come have a great day on the water with Captain Charlie and make memories to relive for years to come!

Captain Charlie Williams
Captain
Captain Charlie Williams
6 years of experience
responds within an hour

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Trip availability and prices

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3 Hour Trip-Inshore (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - Jul 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
Black Drum
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
Pompano
+1
US $450
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip–Inshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
3 Hour Shark Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Sep 1 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip–Inshore (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - Jun 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
Bull Red Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Oct 31 - Nov 30 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Redfish
US $600
Entire boat: 2 people
5 Hour Trip–Inshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $650
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (AM)
In high demand Last booked: 3 days ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Amberjack
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+4
US $750
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip - Red Snapper (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 22 - Aug 31 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Snapper (Red)
US $850
Entire boat: 2 people
5 Hour Trip – Nearshore
In high demand Last booked: 5 days ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Amberjack
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+4
US $850
Entire boat: 2 people
6 Hour Trip - Nearshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Amberjack
Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Triggerfish (Gray)
+2
US $1,000
Entire boat: 2 people
Sportsman Package
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Amberjack
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+8
US $1,250
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating

4.9
466 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (434)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
91%
Caught fish

All reviews (466)

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Chris Schluterman
Chris Schluterman
Repeat angler
us
Arkansas, US
Member since 2018
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Fishing Fun on Southern Sun!
6 Hour Trip - Nearshore (AM) on June 10, 20264 adults

Captain Charlie put us on some big donkey red snapper! He was very accommodating for our family. He allowed us to use some of our own hand-tied hair jigs to hook into some different species. And he was mindful of our sea-sick prone family members to keep us comfortable during our trip. We will look at booking with Captain Charlie on Southern Sun again next time we visit Orange Beach!

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Captain Charlie Williams
Response from Captain

Thank you!

Sarah Keener
Sarah Keener
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Patient and Helpful
4 Hour Trip–Inshore (AM) on April 10, 20262 adults

Went out with Justin on 4/10 and he was very helpful with baiting the hook, casting to where we hoped the fish were, and general knowledge. He had great patience no matter how many shrimp flew off the hook. We were only able to bring in one red drum but had a great morning. They were also mindful of weather and reached out to reschedule when the waves were going to be rough on our original day.

Reported catch:
Redfish
Captain Charlie Williams
Response from Captain

Thank you!

Maddex Scott
Maddex Scott
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Shark Trip
3 Hour Shark Trip (PM) on June 1, 20262 adults

Was a very good trip we got the pleasure of having captain gil as our captain was very understanding and easy to work with explained everything you needed to know and some cool facts we went about 1/2 mile to 1 mile off the coast and caught 2 6ft+ spinner sharks would personally recommend to anyone with that little kick in to go fishing and want a challenge

Captain Charlie Williams
Response from Captain

Thank you!

Elena Adkins
Elena Adkins
Repeat angler
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2021
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Southern Sun Magic
4 Hour Trip–Inshore (PM) on March 26, 20262 adults

Super easy boat access, and a friendly marina. Captain Charlie was very knowledgeable and his other boat captains are great too! We really enjoyed the trip and caught a couple goodsized sheepshead and redfish. We would recommend Southern Sun Magic for any level-family trips, beginners or more seasoned fishers. Thanks for a great afternoon, Charlie!

Captain Charlie Williams
Response from Captain

Thank you!

Lee Lemke
Lee Lemke
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Highly Recommend Southern Sun Fishing Charters
3 Hour Trip-Inshore (PM) on May 14, 20262 adults

We booked a three hour fishing tour with Southern Sun on 5/14/26. Justin, our Captain, was very professional, knowledgeable, patient and fun! We caught over thirty fish. We felt totally comfortable on the boat trip. Justin went above and beyond to make our fishing trip a wonderful experience. We will be back next year. Thank you, Justin!

Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Captain Charlie Williams
Response from Captain

Thank you!

FAQs about Southern Sun Fishing Charters

Southern Sun Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 3 Hour Trip-Inshore (PM) (3 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 3 Hour Shark Trip (PM) (3 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip–Inshore (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip–Inshore (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Bull Red Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip–Inshore (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Nearshore (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip - Red Snapper (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Nearshore (5 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Trip - Nearshore (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Sportsman Package (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Southern Sun Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Southern Sun Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait is caught before the your trip starts and is included in trip price.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Included in trip price)
  • Drinks (Bottled water is included.)
  • Fishing license (All guest fishing licenses are included in the trip price.)
Southern Sun Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Flats fishing
Southern Sun Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Southern Sun Fishing Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Cobia
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Pompano
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tripletail

Your captain

Captain Charlie Williams
Captain Charlie Williams

Orange Beach, Alabama, United States

36 Fishing Reports
578 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2021
Angler's Choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

Captain Charlie Williams moved to the area when he was 11 years old and fell in love with the water. He became an avid fisherman – learning the waterways of Orange Beach and the surrounding areas. Captain Charlie enjoys fishing in both the inshore and nearshore waters of our area.

Our Team
Gil C.

Gil C.

Captain

Justin L.

Justin L.

Captain

Captain Charlie Williams
Captain Charlie Williams
Angler's Choice
36
reports
578
reviews
2021
member since
~1h
response
Captain Charlie Williams moved to the area when he was 11 years old and fell in love with the water. He became an avid fisherman – learning the waterways of Orange Beach and the surrounding areas. Captain Charlie enjoys fishing in both the inshore and nearshore waters of our area.
The crew
Gil C.
Gil C.
Captain
Justin L.
Justin L.
Captain

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Pompano
Pompano
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tripletail
Tripletail
Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Pompano
Pompano
Redfish
Redfish

Real catches by this captain

  • we had a blast
    James G.
    James G.
  • June fishing trip
    Kevin M.
    Kevin M.
  • RECOMMEND ALL DAY TRIP. IT WAS OVER SEEMED TOO SOON. LOVED IT WHILE IT LASTED! ON THAT!
    Leonard O.
    Leonard O.
  • Fishing Fun on Southern Sun!
    Chris S.
    Chris S.
  • Charlie is the best
    Philip D.
    Philip D.
  • Best Trip Ever
    John S.
    John S.
  • our first inshore fishing trip
    John E.
    John E.
  • Great day on the water with the boys!
    Matt M.
    Matt M.
  • Fishing 2026
    Joshewa S.
    Joshewa S.
  • March fishing trip
    Pedro D.
    Pedro D.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2013
Boat manufacturer
Triton
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 250HP

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait is caught before the your trip starts and is included in trip price.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Included in trip price
Drinks
Bottled water is included.
Fishing license
All guest fishing licenses are 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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
We recommend at least 5 years of age.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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

 Bank transfer

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Orange Beach right now

CobiaCobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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