Gulf Island Charters – Family/Kids
Gulf Island Charters – Family/Kids
Gulf Island Charters invites you to team up with Captain Donald Roy for an action-packed, catch and release fishing experience out of Orange Beach, Alabama. He has been fishing these waters for most of his life and knows them like the back of his hand. Whatever you might want to do on the water, he's bound to know the best way to get started.
Captain Donald specializes in kid fishing trips where kids can learn to fish in a safe yet fun environment. While most charter fishing trips on the Gulf Coast are adult-driven, this trip is all about the kids. Their fishing trips are designed to introduce your children to saltwater fishing in calm protected waters close to shore. The fish you can expect to hook are Catfish, Croaker, White Trout, and Black Drum, just keep in mind all trips are catch and release.
You'll be fishing on his 26' Sea Fox center console that runs on a pair of 150 HP Evinrude engines. With a capacity of 6, it's the perfect vessel for small groups and family trips. A full array of Simrad and Furuno navigation electronics will ensure you're on the right track during the trip. It's also equipped with a clean restroom and freshwater sink. Please note that the captain operates on multiple ships and in case you are sailing on a different one than the above, that does not have a restroom onboard, the nearest one is 5 minutes away on the shore.
You'll be provided with all the necessary fishing gear and tackle for a productive trip. While there is bottled water aboard, you are more than welcome to bring your own drinks and snacks for the trip. Come on down and treat yourself to some of the best fishing around!
Gulf Island Charters invites you to team up with Captain Donald Roy for an action-packed, catch and release fishing experience out of Orange Beach, Alabama. He has been fishing these waters for most of his life and knows them like the back of his hand. Whatever you might want to do on the water, he's bound to know the best way to get started.
Captain Donald specializes in kid fishing trips where kids can learn to fish in a safe yet fun environment. While most charter fishing trips on the Gulf Coast are adult-driven, this trip is all about the kids. Their fishing trips are designed to introduce your children to saltwater fishing in calm protected waters close to shore. The fish you can expect to hook are Catfish, Croaker, White Trout, and Black Drum, just keep in mind all trips are catch and release.
You'll be fishing on his 26' Sea Fox center console that runs on a pair of 150 HP Evinrude engines. With a capacity of 6, it's the perfect vessel for small groups and family trips. A full array of Simrad and Furuno navigation electronics will ensure you're on the right track during the trip. It's also equipped with a clean restroom and freshwater sink. Please note that the captain operates on multiple ships and in case you are sailing on a different one than the above, that does not have a restroom onboard, the nearest one is 5 minutes away on the shore.
You'll be provided with all the necessary fishing gear and tackle for a productive trip. While there is bottled water aboard, you are more than welcome to bring your own drinks and snacks for the trip. Come on down and treat yourself to some of the best fishing around!
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Jessica Best5.0VerifiedKids Came First!
3 Hr – Kids Fish/Dolphin Watch on June 26, 2026 • 5 adults • 3 childrenI love that this fishing trip was geared towards the kids! Or kiddos are young (7,4, & 2) but love to fish. The captian and his wife were all about the kids from the get go. Each kid was given their own pole. The second one got a bite they were on it to help them reel it in, get it off the line, and hand the fish over so the kids could pose for a picture with the fish they caught. We really appreciated the opportunity for the kids and will definitely cherish the memories! If you're on the fence, just do it! Even dad caught several and wa able to have a good time.
Lindsie Peters5.0VerifiedMemories for a lifetime!
2 Hour Trip – Family/Kids (copy) - 5:15 PM on June 26, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 childCaptain Roy put us on the fish! We had the best time and caught over a dozen fish (at least)! Very attentive, patient, and kind captain and we were lucky enough to meet his sweet wife. Cutest couple and the perfect guides for our very first family fishing trip in Orange Beach!! They told some great stories, the boat was spotless, and Captain Roy was an excellent driver! Can’t wait to go again!
Jonah Davidson5.0VerifiedCaptain Donald 🪨 it
3 Hour – Family/Kids (5 MAX) PM on June 25, 2026 • 4 adults • 3 childrenGreat experience with Captain Donald. The kids love it. They was able to catch some nice size fish. Captain Donald definitely knew where the spots was at for them to catch some fish. He was warm welcome to kiddos . They are already ready to rebook another trip. I highly recommend Captain Donald 💯
- Jorie Burke5.0Verified
Fantastic kids’ fishing experience
3 Hr – Kids Fish/Dolphin Watch on May 24, 2026 • 6 adults • 2 childrenThe captain and his wife were extremely friendly and helpful with my 2 kids ages 9 and 11. They took us to multiple spots and my kids and husband caught numerous fish ranging in size. The ride was smooth and we were at ease the entire time. Would definitely recommend this trip for families.
Sarah Turner5.0VerifiedHighlight of our trip to Orange Beach!
2 Hour Trip – Family/Kids (copy) on July 6, 2026 • 5 adults • 1 childThis fishing trip was the highlight of our trip. We all had so much fun! I wish i had booked a longer time block. We will definitely book again if we come back down to Orange Beach. Wonderful trip for the whole family. Do yourself a favor and book this trip!
Scott SowrheaverRepeat angler5.0Verifiedideal for kids
3 Hour – Family/Kids (5 MAX) PM on May 16, 2026 • 6 adults • 1 childTook my grandson for his 6th birthday. Perfect for his skill level and attention span. No presure. Not the adventure a seasoned fisherman would want but that’s not what we requested. Captain Don give us just what we asked for.
Jessica Austinson5.0VerifiedPerfect experience for kids!
2 Hour Trip – Family/Kids (copy) - 2:00 PM on April 2, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 childrenWhat a great introductory experience for young fisherman. Our 8 and 11 year old had a fantastic time. We all caught fish, which was a great bonus. The captain was really friendly and patient. We opted for 2 hours, since it was our first time fishing on the ocean, but defintely could’ve enjoyed more time. That said, we definitely made the most of the time. Highly recommend!
William Trussel5.0VerifiedExcellent
3 Hour – Family/Kids (5 MAX) AM on June 15, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 childFished in 3 different spots. My 11 year old daughter and my wife and I caught 35 fish on our 3 hr fishing trip. Both captains on boat were fun and provided a Great experience. Would definitely book again!
- Steven Daugherty5.0Verified
Great experience
3 Hr – Family/Kids (5 MAX) AM on July 15, 2026 • 6 adults • 2 childrenCaptain Don is the best. This was our second year to have captain Don and he was very helpful, kind and fun! Thanks for a great trip!
Trevor Peoples5.0VerifiedBEST CATCH!
3 Hr – Family/Kids (5 MAX) AM on June 9, 2026 • 5 adults • 2 childrenGreat experience especially with kiddos. Captain was extremely patient with the kids and allowed for learning. 10/10 recommend!
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I love that this fishing trip was geared towards the kids! Or kiddos are young (7,4, & 2) but love to fish. The captian and his wife were all about the kids from the get go. Each kid was given their own pole. The second one got a bite they were on it to help them reel it in, get it off the line, and hand the fish over so the kids could pose for a picture with the fish they caught. We really appreciated the opportunity for the kids and will definitely cherish the memories! If you're on the fence, just do it! Even dad caught several and wa able to have a good time.
thank you!
Captain Roy put us on the fish! We had the best time and caught over a dozen fish (at least)! Very attentive, patient, and kind captain and we were lucky enough to meet his sweet wife. Cutest couple and the perfect guides for our very first family fishing trip in Orange Beach!! They told some great stories, the boat was spotless, and Captain Roy was an excellent driver! Can’t wait to go again!
thank you!
Great experience with Captain Donald. The kids love it. They was able to catch some nice size fish. Captain Donald definitely knew where the spots was at for them to catch some fish. He was warm welcome to kiddos . They are already ready to rebook another trip. I highly recommend Captain Donald 💯
thank you!!
We had a great trip and all of us caught fish. Donald was great with thr kids and helped them if needed, if the bite was slow we moved to a different spot. Donald was great to have casual conversation with on a number of topics. i recommend to all to book this trip as part if your vacation.
thank you!
The captain and his wife were extremely friendly and helpful with my 2 kids ages 9 and 11. They took us to multiple spots and my kids and husband caught numerous fish ranging in size. The ride was smooth and we were at ease the entire time. Would definitely recommend this trip for families.
thank you!
FAQs about Gulf Island Charters – Family/Kids
- US $349 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Trip – Family/Kids (copy) (2 hours)
- US $349 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 2 Hour Trip – Family/Kids (copy) - 5:15 PM (2 hours)
- US $449 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour – Family/Kids (5 MAX) AM (3 hours)
- US $449 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hour – Family/Kids (5 MAX) PM (3 hours)
- US $449 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hr – Family/Kids (5 MAX) AM (3 hours)
- US $449 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hr – Kids Fish/Dolphin Watch (3 hours)
- US $449 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hr – Kids Fish/Dolphin Watch - 10:30 AM (3 hours)
- US $449 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - 3 Hr – Kids/Dolphins (5 MAX) AM (3 hours)
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- GPS Simrad & furuno
- Fishfinder Simrad
- Radar Furuno
- Rods, reels & tackle (Penn & zebco)
- Lures
- Drinks (Bottled water)
- Fishing license
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing (Only on calm days)
- Reef fishing
- Wreck fishing
- Backcountry fishing
- Light tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Spinning
- Drift fishing
- Black Drum
- Catfish
- Crab
- Ladyfish
- Redfish
- Sheepshead
- Skate
- Speckled Trout
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