Whenever you feel the need for an exciting offshore fishing adventure, Mad Hatter is here to take you right where you need to be. Join Captain Blake for a day and see what sportfishing is all about. Capt. Blake has been exploring these waters long enough to know all the best spots in the area and he’ll take you to some of his favorite ones. You can join no matter what your skill level is - whatever you need to know about landing a trophy, you’ll learn it right here.

The trip takes place on a 43’ Hatteras that accommodates up to 6 guests. This spacious vessel was refurbished in 2022, and it’s powered by twin 400 HP Detroit 6v92 engines. The boat has all the comfort you’ll need for a long day on the water, such as a private toilet, an enclosed cabin with AC and TV, and a cooler. You can also rely on modern navigational electronics to take you where you need to be.

The techniques you’ll most likely use are trolling, bottom fishing, and deep-sea fishing. Some of the species that can end up on the other side of the line are Red Snapper, Wahoo, Amberjack, Mahi Mahi, Grouper, and more. One of the best parts is that, after the trip, the first mate will clean and bag your fish for you to take home!

All fishing equipment and your licenses are covered by the captain. You’ll need to bring your food, drinks, and sun protection.

It all starts with booking a trip with Mad Hatter. Come down a rabbit hole and start your adventure!



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:30 PM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,000
    If you don't have the time to spend the whole day on the water, then this 5-hour trip is perfect for you. All fishing equipment is included in the price, as well as catch cleaning service after the trip is over.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,200
    Start your adventure early and take the advantage of the morning bite. You'll go after Red Snapper, Grouper, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and many other nearshore and offshore species. Don't forget your food and drinks for the day.
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,600
    This full-day adventure will give you enough time to switch between your fishing spots and target different species, such as Mahi Mahi, Amberjack, Red Snapper, Grouper, and more. All fishing equipment and licenses are covered.
  • Private trip
    10 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $2,000
    This extended adventure is perfect for hard-core anglers who've got their sight on a trophy fish. Target Red Snapper, Amberjack, Wahoo, and many more. Your licenses and fishing equipment are included in the price and you get to keep the catch after the trip.
  • Private trip
    12 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $2,400
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Trolling
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 49 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Appropriate for children
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Satisfied with the boat
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Caught fish
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Gregory O.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great fishing even in rough waters

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) on June 5, 2024
The seas were angry that day, it tried to throw us back out of the water.  Captain Blake and crewman Houston did a great job...
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Joseph T.
Excellent
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Great Captain and boat

VERIFIED   10 Hour Trip on June 4, 2024
Took my wife and step-son out for a 10hr trip. Captain Blake was very friendly and worked hard to get us on the fish. We didn’t...
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Kyle B.
Excellent
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Great Fishing experience

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (PM) on October 25, 2024
This ride was something our family has wanted to do for a long time. With the crew from Mad Hatter they made it a great experience....
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Andrew G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great 6 hour trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) on July 31, 2024
We had a terrific time on the water today. Captain Blake and Houston were very professional and had us on the fish all morning....
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Daniel C.
Excellent
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Great time had by all!

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip (AM) on August 7, 2024
Capt Blake, crew, and vessel were all amazing. Would definitely recommend him to anyone. We all caught fish almost immediately....
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FAQs about Mad Hatter

Mad Hatter offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,000 per group - 5 Hour Trip (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 6 Hour Trip (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group - 10 Hour Trip (10 hours)
  • US $2,400 per group - 12 Hour Trip (12 hours)

When you book a trip with Mad Hatter, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Full, enclosed bathroom.
  • Air Conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Mad Hatter include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (All live bait is supplied.)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Cleaning and filleting is included with your trip.)
  • First Mate (There is a deckhand provided for every trip. It is customary to tip the deck hand 15% of your trip.)
  • Fishing License (All licenses are included and cover all guest.)

Mad Hatter offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (Depends on how long of a trip and what type of fish we are targeting.)
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Mad Hatter offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Mad Hatter include:
  • Amberjack
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Black)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Triggerfish (Gray)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Blake May
Orange Beach, Alabama, United States
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49 Customer reviews
Response time 1 hour
Member since April 2022
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The fish you can target

Amberjack Amberjack
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Black) Black Grouper
Snapper (Red) Red Snapper

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
43 ft
Year built
1981
Restored in
2022
Boat manufacturer
Hatteras
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Detroit 6v92
Powered by
2 x 400HP

Which types of fishing are offered

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Depends on how long of a trip and what type of fish we are targeting.
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Full, enclosed bathroom.
Air Conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Live Bait Well

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
All live bait is supplied.
Catch cleaning & filleting
Cleaning and filleting is included with your trip.
First Mate
There is a deckhand provided for every trip. It is customary to tip the deck hand 15% of your trip.
Fishing License
All licenses are included and cover all guest.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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
Customers of all ages are welcome on the Mad Hatter.
You Keep Catch
Disabled Accessible

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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% charge will apply.

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