Team Vinson Charters
Team Vinson Charters offers full-service inshore and nearshore fishing charters and sunset cruises on Alabama's Gulf Coast including Mobile, Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Fort Morgan, Dauphin Island, Fairhope, Spanish Fort, Daphne, Perdido Key, Dog River, Bon Secour, and Fish River. Captain Donnie Vinson has decades-long experience in fishing a wide variety of water in the Mobile Bay area. Join him on a true fishing adventure out of Gulf Shores and have an unforgettable time on the water!
The boat you'll be using is a 25' Skeeter bay boat that can accommodate up to 6 guests. It runs on a 300 HP Yamaha engine and uses all the modern Garmin navigation electronics in order to get you on the fish quickly and safely. The boat has also got a Minn Kota wireless trolling motor, a livewell, and an ice-box.
Using light and heavy tackle, you'll be bottom and deep sea fishing, trolling, spinning, jigging, and popping. The species you can expect to catch include Mahi Mahi, Red Snapper, Pompano, Tripletail, Jack Crevalle, Cobia, Flounder, and many more.
Kids of 5 or older are welcome to join your trip. The fish you catch is yours to keep but you're free to release it as well. Smoking isn't allowed during the trip.
Captain Donnie provides all the fishing tackle, live bait, and lures and also covers you for fishing licenses and catch cleaning and filleting. Just bring some snacks and drinks and you'll be ready for the fun.
Join Team Vinson Charters and have a wonderful fishing experience in Alabama!
Team Vinson Charters offers full-service inshore and nearshore fishing charters and sunset cruises on Alabama's Gulf Coast including Mobile, Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Fort Morgan, Dauphin Island, Fairhope, Spanish Fort, Daphne, Perdido Key, Dog River, Bon Secour, and Fish River. Captain Donnie Vinson has decades-long experience in fishing a wide variety of water in the Mobile Bay area. Join him on a true fishing adventure out of Gulf Shores and have an unforgettable time on the water!
The boat you'll be using is a 25' Skeeter bay boat that can accommodate up to 6 guests. It runs on a 300 HP Yamaha engine and uses all the modern Garmin navigation electronics in order to get you on the fish quickly and safely. The boat has also got a Minn Kota wireless trolling motor, a livewell, and an ice-box.
Using light and heavy tackle, you'll be bottom and deep sea fishing, trolling, spinning, jigging, and popping. The species you can expect to catch include Mahi Mahi, Red Snapper, Pompano, Tripletail, Jack Crevalle, Cobia, Flounder, and many more.
Kids of 5 or older are welcome to join your trip. The fish you catch is yours to keep but you're free to release it as well. Smoking isn't allowed during the trip.
Captain Donnie provides all the fishing tackle, live bait, and lures and also covers you for fishing licenses and catch cleaning and filleting. Just bring some snacks and drinks and you'll be ready for the fun.
Join Team Vinson Charters and have a wonderful fishing experience in Alabama!
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Mitch LivingstonRepeat angler4.7VerifiedNewReally good trip
4 Hour Trip – Inshore Special (AM) on October 17, 2026 • 5 adultsThe Capt and his mate were awsome. The weather was crazy 35+ mph winds the water in the bay dropped over 8 ft in 12 hrs. We fished hard for 4 hrs. Capt was constantly trying to get us on fish. We ended up catching over dozen fish and keeping 4. All and all I think we did the best we could with the conditions. We definitely be contacting again for another trip.
Jessi Miller5.0VerifiedAmazing Trip!!!
3 Hour Trip–Delta Dominator Special on June 29, 2026 • 4 adultsCaptain Donnie put us on the Red Snapper immediately. Huge red snappers - so fun to reel em in. Boat is nice and roomy - very pleasant ride. Captain Donnie is very friendly, patient, and knowledgeable. Book this trip!
Carmen Davis4.7VerifiedCaptian made it happen!
2hr special PM on March 30, 2026 • 5 adults • 2 childrenWeather was less than ideal. He ended up moving our trip up earlier and taking us out of Ft. Morgan to accommodate us and make sure we still got to go out on a last min trip in before we headed home! Everyone had many bites, quite a few bait snatchers but we were all able to catch at least 2 each. We were able to keep 3 total to have cleaned and bring home to eat. Cant wait to try them! Overall great trip and memories made!
Brian NelsonRepeat angler5.0VerifiedI would give them 6 stars if I could!
3 Hour Trip–Delta Dominator Special on July 30, 2025 • 3 adultsCaptain Donnie and his first mate, Ms. Candace, provided my 14 year old son, my father-in-law and I a most excellent fishing experience! We went to multiple locations, caught a half dozen different varieties of fish, the highlight of which was a school of black tipped sharks that we caught faster than we could get a net on! The communication was great, the coordination of the pick up spot was easy, so all in all it was a fantastic experience. I would highly recommend booking with them, and we definitely will be the next time we make it down to the Gulf Shores and are looking for a charter!
John Frazier5.0VerifiedGreat trip!
3 Hour Trip–Delta Dominator Special on June 30, 2024 • 3 adults • 1 childThe Captain and his deckhand was very attentive. They kept bait on our hooks while keeping boat on course. We were fishing for red snapper and caught several. I had my 15 year old son and my 8 year old son with me, and they had an absolute blast! I will definitely be using them when we come back, and definitely recommend them for anyone looking to catch some fish!
Chris LoukasRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat Captain and fishing experience
6 Hour Trip – Inshore on June 12, 2025 • 2 adultsCaptain Donnie and his mate (daughter) were very professional and well prepared for our trip. If the fish were not biting he would find another location where they were.
Travis Clinton5.0VerifiedEarly morning offshore trip with Captain Donnie.
4 Hour Trip – Inshore Special (AM) on June 28, 2022 • 3 adultsHad some great family time on the water with Captain Donnie. He knew where to find the fish even when conditions on the water changed. Lots of excitement with some great hookups that broke the line. Reeled in at least 6 different kinds of fish and brought about 18 into the boat. I only kept a small Spanish Mackerel to eat. It was exciting to see what you were going to reel in next. Even got to watch some dolphins feeding. Captain Donnie and his 1st mate always made sure we a had baited hook in the water. She did a great job taking care of my wife and daughter and filleting out my catch.His boat was comfortable and clean. I would not hesitate to use Team Vinson when we return to the Gulf. Thanks for the great time.
Michael Darnell5.0Verified4 hour trip with Captain Donnie
4 Hour Trip – Inshore Special (PM) on March 6, 2023 • 4 adultsCaptain Donnie is an incredible captain. He made sure that everybody in our group was having a good time. He made an extra effort to ensure that our inexperienced people were comfortable with fishing. He is very knowledgable and respectful. I assure you that you will have a good time if Donnie is your Captain. I can't wait for my next Charter with Team Vinson Charters.-
Heather Daro5.0VerifiedWonderful fishing trip!
4 Hour Trip – Inshore Special (AM) on July 21, 2024 • 5 adultsCaptain and first mate were very nice and attentive. We caught several fish and sharks. We had a great time! We hope to go again next time we are in Gulf Shores.
Dean Polly5.0VerifiedFamily fishing trip
2hr special PM on August 23, 2023 • 3 adults • 1 childDonnie was awesome and took real good care of us. Combination of late afternoon and tides made catching the “Big One “ a challenge but he did put us on fish. 3yr old grandson enjoyed the trip and even helped release a red under the slot. We will book Donnie again next time through Gulf Shore
FAQs about Team Vinson Charters
- US $400 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 2hr special PM (2 hours)
- US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 3 Hour Trip–Delta Dominator Special (3 hours)
- US $600 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore Special (AM) (4 hours)
- US $600 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore Special (PM) (4 hours)
- US $750 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip–Sheepshead Special (AM) (5 hours)
- US $750 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip–Sheepshead Special (PM) (5 hours)
- US $800 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour – Red Snapper Special (AM) (4 hours)
- US $800 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 4 Hour – Red Snapper Special (PM) (4 hours)
- US $800 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour Trip – Inshore (6 hours)
- US $800 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - RED SNAPPER 4HR MID MOR (4 hours)
- GPS Garmin
- Fishfinder Garmin
- Live bait well
- Wireless trolling motor Minn Kota
- Ice box
- Radar Garmin
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- First mate
- Fishing license
- River fishing
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing
- Reef fishing
- Wreck fishing
- Flats fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
- Deep sea fishing
- Black Drum
- Cobia
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Flounder
- Jack Crevalle
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Pompano
- Redfish
- Sheepshead
- Snapper (Red)
- Speckled Trout
- Tripletail
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Black Drum
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