It’s challenging to find a place that can offer anglers both exciting inshore action as well as reel-screaming bluewater fights. Alabama has the fish and Hooked Up Charters have the know-how to put you on the best bite around, whether it’s Bull Redfish or Snapper.

Captain Michael Thomas invites you to join him on board his 26 Andros. You can bring your family or fishing team without leaving anyone out, she can hold 6 anglers comfortably fishing at the same time. Your trip to the fishing grounds will be quick, thanks to her 300 HP Evinrude engine.

Capt. Michael is a specialist in family fun fishing and has the experience required to put you on the best bite. Just talk to him before arriving to figure out what’s best for you – which waters, species, or time of day to fish. Hooked Up Charters can take you all over the place in pursuit of the best fishing.

Inshore beasts like Bull Redfish or Black Drum lurk in the shallows. If you’re looking to flex your fishing muscles you can hook up Reef Donkey (Amberjack), just remember to hold on tight! Fans of trolling can go after King and Spanish Mackerel, the onboard outriggers will extend your reach and allow for more lines in the water. Trolling trips are perfect for beginners just getting their sea legs.

The excellent fishing doesn’t stop at the shallow waters. A bit further off the coast you’ll go after the delicious Red Snapper as well as other tasty fish. You can also go after Mahi Mahi and other species in the blue waters of the Gulf.

Whether you’re looking for inshore relaxation, offshore reel-screaming action, or anything in between book a trip with Hooked Up Charters and get ready to see how Alabama’s fishing has earned its sterling reputation!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Fishing / Dolphin watching
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    2 Day Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Overnight stay, liveaboard
    Seasonal trip (Tue, Wed, Thu)
    $300
    This trip is for those who don't want to fish the whole time. Fish a little , boat ride a little and see the beautiful back bay area of Orange Beach And Perdido Key area . See Dolphins , Birds and beautiful homes in the area . 6 person max
  • Private trip
    Fishing / Dolphin watching (copy)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
    Seasonal trip (Tue, Wed, Thu)
    $300
    This trip is for those who don't want to fish the whole time. Fish a little , boat ride a little and see the beahtiful back bay area of Orange Beach And Perdido Key area . See Dolphins , Birds and beautiful homes in the area . 6 person max
  • Private trip
    3 Hour Inshore/Bay Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Apr 15
    $400
    Fish the bay and nearshore waters, this is a great 3 hour trip just to get familiar with our waters and see if fishing is for you and your family. Fish for Redfish, Drum, Sheephead, Trout, and Pompano.
  • Private trip
    Half Day Inshore Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 31
    $550
    Fish the calm back bay and nearshore waters out of Orange Beach for Redfish, Trout, Drum, Sheepshead, Mangrove Snapper, and Pompano. A great family trip for all ages.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Red Snapper
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 2 (Mon)
    $950
    State waters fishing for Red Snapper within 9 miles of the shore. The trip may depend on weather and winds. You will fish from a 26' boat that has plenty of shade and seating. If you find it too rough to go offshore, you will have the option to fish inshore or in bays.

FAQs about Hooked Up Charters

Hooked Up Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • $300 per day per group, additional $25 per person after 3 guests - Fishing / Dolphin watching (2 days)
  • $300 per group, additional $25 per person after 3 guests - Fishing / Dolphin watching (copy) (2 hours)
  • $400 per group, additional $50 per person after 2 guests - 3 Hour Inshore/Bay Fishing (3 hours)
  • $550 per group, additional $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Inshore Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • $950 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Red Snapper (4 hours)

When you book a trip with Hooked Up Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Hooked Up Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano, Penn, Fin-Nor)
  • Live Bait (Usually prepared before the trip)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate ( Works for tips 15 to 20% . If used )
  • Fishing License

Hooked Up Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (Up to 30 miles offshore)
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing

Hooked Up Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Hooked Up Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Triggerfish (Gray)

Meet the Captain

Michael Thomas
Orange Beach, Alabama, United States
65 Customer reviews
Response time 8 hours
Member since May 2016
Captain Michael Thomas has over 3 decades of fishing experience under his tackle belt. His grandpa – a commercial fisherman – got him hooked on angling when he was just a kid. Capt. Michael grew up fishing in South Florida and is more than happy to share this knowledge with his guests!

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper

Boat specs

Andros Tarpon 26 (Center console) originally built in 2017. Powered by a 300HP Evinrude engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 50 knots.

Length
26 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Up to 30 miles offshore
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Shimano, Penn, Fin-Nor
Live Bait
Usually prepared before the trip
Catch cleaning & filleting
First Mate
Works for tips 15 to 20% . If used
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Min. age for kids is 5, all PFDs provided
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 65 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (80)
Great time.
Dad and 3 sons from Indiana
Dad and 3 sons from Indiana
+77
Angler rating
61
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
96%
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Josh K.
Excellent
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing trip in April

VERIFIED   Fishing / Dolphin watching on April 9, 2023
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Jason G.
Silverhill, Alabama
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great time.

VERIFIED   Half Day Inshore Trip (AM) on August 2, 2023
Would recommend! Smoky had a blast.
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Nicole B.
Mobile, Alabama
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half Day Trip with Captain Mike and First Mate Tolly

VERIFIED   Half Day Inshore Trip (AM) on June 9, 2022
If you’ve been fishing for the right trip- cast no more! You’ve caught it! It was our first time ever going out to sea...
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Vanessa S.
United States
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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3 hour trip with Captain Mike

VERIFIED   3 Hour Inshore/Bay Fishing on March 20, 2021
We had the best time with Captain Mike today. We could not have picked a better captain for our family trip of four. He was...
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Gene L.
Nowthen, MN
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Had a great half day inshore with Captain Michael!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Inshore (PM) on March 30, 2021
Our group of two dads and four teenage boys had a very successful half day with Michael.  We were on fish within 15 minutes...
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