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Reel fishin’ charters 

4.7
(36 reviews)
 
State licensed
 1577 Alabama 180, Gulf Shores, AL 36542, United States–
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Reel fishin’ charters 

Gulf Shores, AL, United States
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22 ft
6
4.7
(36 reviews)
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Reel Fishin'is located in Orange Beach and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters. Come aboard and have a lot of fishing fun for the whole family.

Capt. Richard will do his best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. This involves 2 to 8-hour trips, mainly fishing for Snapper, Redfish, Sheepshead, and Black Drum, depending on the season and conditions on the day. On these trips, you can expect to use techniques such as light tackle, heavy tackle, bottom fishing, trolling, and drift fishing.

Your fishing adventure starts on a 22' Everglades boat that can safely take up to 6 anglers.

All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. Your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the day. The crew will clean and fillet your catch for you to take home at the end of the trip.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Reel Fishing.

Reel Fishin'is located in Orange Beach and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters. Come aboard and have a lot of fishing fun for the whole family.

Capt. Richard will do his best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. This involves 2 to 8-hour trips, mainly fishing for Snapper, Redfish, Sheepshead, and Black Drum, depending on the season and conditions on the day. On these trips, you can expect to use techniques such as light tackle, heavy tackle, bottom fishing, trolling, and drift fishing.

Your fishing adventure starts on a 22' Everglades boat that can safely take up to 6 anglers.

All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. Your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the day. The crew will clean and fillet your catch for you to take home at the end of the trip.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Reel Fishing.

Reel Fishing
Charter Operator
Reel Fishing
12 years of experience
ID & credentials verified
responds within an hour
Popular features
Fishing license
Live bait
Pickup included
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting
Popular features
Fishing license
Live bait
Pickup included
You keep catch
Catch cleaning & filleting

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2 Hour Trip – Inshore
Non-refundable
1 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $350
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip – Inshore
Non-refundable
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM)
Non-refundable
4 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip – Offshore (AM)
Non-refundable
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $850
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip – Offshore
Non-refundable
4 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
US $850
Entire boat: 2 people

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Rating

4.7
36 reviews
4.6
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

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What anglers say

86%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish

All reviews (36)

Frequently mentioned
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Daniel Kelly
Daniel Kelly
Repeat angler
us
Arkansas, US
Member since 2023
2 trips
The captain canceled
July 4, 2026
Trip was supposed to happen on July 4, 2026

The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.

Zack Shipley
Zack Shipley
us
Arizona, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Richard
2 Hour Trip – Inshore on June 24, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Reel Fishing
Response from Charter operator

thanks and come again

Tim Johnson
Tim Johnson
Repeat angler
us
Arkansas, US
Member since 2017
3 trips
4.7
Verified
Fishing with Richard
4 Hour Trip – Offshore on July 3, 2026 • 2 adults

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Henry Sterk
Henry Sterk
us
Indiana, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Richard
4 Hour Trip – Inshore on March 26, 2026 • 3 adults • 3 children

Reel Fishing
Response from Charter operator

thanks had a great time with your group

Joseph Misita
Joseph Misita
us
Mississippi, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
2 of us
4 Hour Trip – Offshore (AM) on July 3, 2025 • 2 adults

Me and Pops had a blast. We limited out on Spanish Mackrel within an hour and half. Then he set us up to catch some bottom fish like Red Snapper and stuff that we couldn’t keep. What an awesome trip and experience.

Reel Fishing
Response from Charter operator

Thanks come again

FAQs about Reel fishin’ charters

Reel fishin’ charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $350 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 2 Hour Trip – Inshore (1 hour)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Offshore (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Offshore (AM) (4 hours)
When you book a trip with Reel fishin’ charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
Trips booked with Reel fishin’ charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing license
Reel fishin’ charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Reel fishin’ charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Reel fishin’ charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Red)

Your operator

Reel Fishing
Reel Fishing
Gulf Shores, Alabama, United States
28 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
609 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2017
Captain Richard Sullens has been fishing all his life. As he likes to say, he can never get enough of it. Capt. Ricky specializes in trolling and bottom fishing for a variety of large species. He is familiar with the hottest spots to target Snapper, Grouper, Cobia, Amberjack, Triggerfish, King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Wahoo, and Mahi Mahi.
Reel Fishing
Reel Fishing
Fully verified
28
reports
609
reviews
2017
member since
~1h
response
Captain Richard Sullens has been fishing all his life. As he likes to say, he can never get enough of it. Capt. Ricky specializes in trolling and bottom fishing for a variety of large species. He is familiar with the hottest spots to target Snapper, Grouper, Cobia, Amberjack, Triggerfish, King Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Wahoo, and Mahi Mahi.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Black Drum
Black Drum
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Red Snapper
Red Snapper

Real catches by this captain

  • Multiple red snapper and wahoo arranged on a boat-side cleaning table at the dock, with a fillet knife visible.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Snapper
    Tim J.
    Tim J.
  • Two anglers proudly displaying a large Jack Crevalle while fishing on a boat, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Jack Crevalle
    Stephanie M.
    Stephanie M.
    Captain Jordan took my family of 6 out and we call caught different things! We caught many kinds of fish, sting ray, and multiple different kinds of sharks too! He was great and calm with us all catching stuff all at the same time.
  • A group of four anglers proudly posing with their catch of fish displayed on a board at a fishing dock, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Spanish Mackerel
    Brian C.
    Brian C.
    Great time with Capt Rick and Stephanie. Put us on the fish and caught our limit. Will definitely book again and highly recommend.
  • A group of four anglers proudly displaying their catch of fish on a board at the dock, with boats visible in the background.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Caught fish the whole time
  • A variety of Spanish Mackerel displayed on a cleaning table at a dock, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Caleb H.
    Caleb H.
    Absolutely recommend, Cpt Rick and team were awesome, they were extremely knowledgeable and personable! We are planning our next trip with them ASAP.
  • A variety of fish, including King Mackerel and Snapper, neatly arranged on a cleaning table at the dock after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Joseph M.
    Joseph M.
    Me and Pops had a blast. We limited out on Spanish Mackrel within an hour and half. Then he set us up to catch some bottom fish like Red Snapper and stuff that we couldn’t keep. What an awesome trip and experience.
  • A group of six anglers proudly displaying their catch of Spanish Mackerel on a sunny day at the dock.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Had a good time on the water caught fish kept some and let a lot go
  • Group of anglers displaying multiple Spanish mackerel or similar coastal fish on a marina dock.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Thomas H.
    Thomas H.
    Capt Rick and Stephanie were very accommodating and we caught plenty of Spanish mackerel . Lots of fun
  • Three young anglers proudly displaying a large Snapper at the dock after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Samantha L.
    Samantha L.
    Captain Rick and his wife Stephanie were awesome!! we took home fish and everyone in our crew had a great time! we will look for them again next time!
  • A variety of fish including a Flounder and several Spanish Mackerel displayed on a cleaning table after a fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Spanish Mackerel
    Ryan L.
    Ryan L.
    Rick was great!! We caught multiple fish and moved to a new spot anytime they weren't biting.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2005
Restored in
2019
Boat manufacturer
Everglades
Boat type
Bay boat
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
36 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Deposit non-refundable
If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Gulf Shores to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child friendly
3 years and older
You keep catch

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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.

What’s biting in Gulf Shores right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)

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