Tidewater Fishing Service
Make the most of your time in Gulf Shores and go fishing with Tidewater Fishing Service. Captain Erik will be your guide, giving you access to years of professional experience.
Depending on the season, you might hook into Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, Sheepshead, Black Drum, and who knows what else! For these species, you will be using spinning rods with light tackle.
Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Snacks are never a bad idea so that nobody gets cranky on an empty belly!
Your day begins aboard a 25’ Torre Panga that can carry up to 6 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Capt. Erik will provide rods and reels for you, along with live bait or lures, depending on what we will be fishing for that day.
The charter boat covers your fishing license, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. If you don’t know what to expect, ask the captain. Some essentials to bring are bottled water, sunblock (non-spray), and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
Your trip with Tidewater Fishing Service is just a click away, so why not make it happen?
Customer reviews
Rating summary
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+33Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
100%
Jul 2, 2025
3 Hour Trip (PM)
capt. erik was great
got to spend some quality time with my son, relax and catch some fish far exceeded my expectations he was very knowledgeable of the area and taught my 8yr oldson to use an open faced reel in a few casts was great experience overall, plus had a great meal of fish afterward
got to spend some quality time with my son, relax and catch some fish far exceeded my expectations he was very knowledgeable of...
Captain replied
Apr 23, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Day
Fantastic experience
Captain Eric was AMAZING, He explained how the trip would go and what type of fish we would be catching. My family of 5 and myself had a absolute GREAT time and caught lots of fish. I would definitely recommend booking a fishing trip with Tidewater Fishing Service.
Captain Eric was AMAZING, He explained how the trip would go and what type of fish we would be catching. My family of 5 and myself...
Captain replied
Jun 24, 2025
Introduction to Saltwater Fishing
Fun
We had a great time! We caught several different types of fish. Captain was great with the kids and was kind and fun! We would definitely book again!
We had a great time! We caught several different types of fish. Captain was great with the kids and was kind and fun! We would...
Captain replied
Jun 20, 2025
3 Hour Trip (AM)
Great time, caught a bunch of fish!
My son and I went for a 3 hour bay trip. Started with live croaker, and captian git us on fish quickly. When it got hit, we switched to artificials, and they kept biting. 5 stars, will go again.
My son and I went for a 3 hour bay trip. Started with live croaker, and captian git us on fish quickly. When it got hit, we switched...
Captain replied
Mar 14, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Day
The boys had an awesome time!
Catching lots of sheepshead with captain Erik!! He knew exactly where to go and got us on the fish quickly. We were catching all the time without breaks. Had a fun time.
Catching lots of sheepshead with captain Erik!! He knew exactly where to go and got us on the fish quickly. We were catching all...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (36)
+33Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Caught fish
100%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
capt. erik was great
3 Hour Trip (PM) on July 2, 2025
got to spend some quality time with my son, relax and catch some fish far exceeded my expectations he was very knowledgeable of the area and taught my 8yr oldson to use an open faced reel in a few casts was great experience overall, plus had a great meal of fish afterward
got to spend some quality time with my son, relax and catch some fish far exceeded my expectations he was very knowledgeable of the area and taught my 8yr oldson to use an open faced reel in a few casts was great experience overall, plus had a great meal of fish afterward
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Fantastic experience
4 Hour Trip – Day on April 23, 2025
Captain Eric was AMAZING, He explained how the trip would go and what type of fish we would be catching. My family of 5 and myself had a absolute GREAT time and caught lots of fish. I would definitely recommend booking a fishing trip with Tidewater Fishing Service.
Captain Eric was AMAZING, He explained how the trip would go and what type of fish we would be catching. My family of 5 and myself had a absolute GREAT time and caught lots of fish. I would definitely recommend booking a fishing trip with Tidewater Fishing Service.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Fun
Introduction to Saltwater Fishing on June 24, 2025
We had a great time! We caught several different types of fish. Captain was great with the kids and was kind and fun! We would definitely book again!
We had a great time! We caught several different types of fish. Captain was great with the kids and was kind and fun! We would definitely book again!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great time, caught a bunch of fish!
3 Hour Trip (AM) on June 20, 2025
My son and I went for a 3 hour bay trip. Started with live croaker, and captian git us on fish quickly. When it got hit, we switched to artificials, and they kept biting. 5 stars, will go again.
My son and I went for a 3 hour bay trip. Started with live croaker, and captian git us on fish quickly. When it got hit, we switched to artificials, and they kept biting. 5 stars, will go again.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
The boys had an awesome time!
4 Hour Trip – Day on March 14, 2025
Catching lots of sheepshead with captain Erik!! He knew exactly where to go and got us on the fish quickly. We were catching all the time without breaks. Had a fun time.
Catching lots of sheepshead with captain Erik!! He knew exactly where to go and got us on the fish quickly. We were catching all the time without breaks. Had a fun time.
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