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Benjamin Knight
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Benjamin Knight

Orange Beach, United States
Angler's choice
250+ reviews
I was born and raised in Florence, AL and have fished my whole life. I started guiding in 2014 and have loved every minute of it. Everything from Bill to Trout fishing I enjoy but it's taking families out that is my absolute favorite. Nothing compares to seeing a child catch their first fish, and knowing you had a part in bringing about such joy. Bring your families to my boat and you'll have them hooked on fishing in no time!

Charter

Rating

4.9
416 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

98%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
95%
Caught fish

All reviews (416)

Showing 1 – 5 of 416 reviews
  • Heriberto Cerrillo
    Heriberto Cerrillo
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Experience!

    4 Hour Trip • 2 adults

    Had an awesome trip with Ben as our captain today! We went inshore fishing and ended up catching some Mangrove Snapper that made for a great dinner. Ben had everything covered — the boat was well equipped, rods and reels were provided, and he had all the bait ready to go. He was a great guide, worked hard to put us on fish, and made the whole experience enjoyable. We had a pretty wild start to the morning with a strong storm rolling through, but Ben kept us safe and we were able to get under the bridge and still have a productive beginning to the trip. We caught three early, including a nice-sized fish, and then toward the end we moved to a new spot he hadn’t really fished before and absolutely got on them. Overall, it was a great day on the water. Ben is knowledgeable, puts in the effort, and genuinely wants his customers to have a great experience. I’d definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a great inshore fishing trip!

  • Joshua Parks
    Joshua Parks
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Best trip Ever!! Will definitely book again!

    6 Hour Snapper AM (MAX 4 GUESTS) • 4 adults

    WHAT AN AMAZING DAY! Ben was extremely kind, down to earth, very quick, and efficient. He took us to different places to find the fish. He was great at explaining how to use the equipment and how to set the hook. He was great at navigating his boat. He made sure to remind us to stay hydrated and made sure we felt comfortable on the ride out. We were able to catch big fish and had the best time. Thank you Ben!! We will 100% be back again.

    Response from Captain

    thank yall!

  • Sean Mason
    Sean Mason
    Repeat angler
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Best trip ever!

    5 Hour Trip (AM) • 2 adults

    Our private inshore charter with Ben was absolutely incredible from start to finish. Navigating the coastal waters was a breeze, and he put us right on the fish without the rough waves of the open ocean. Here is what made our trip so special: Ben knew the local bay like the back of his hand. He was extremely patient, shared great technical tips, and made sure everyone had a blast.

  • Dave Turner
    Dave Turner
    Repeat angler
    us
    Iowa, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome captain and trip

    4 Hour Trip • 2 adults

    Had a 4-hour trip with Cpt Ben of Great Southern Charters. Had an awesome time where we caught plenty of fish. Cpt Ben is down to earth and worked hard to make sure we were stayed on fish and had a memorable trip. We only kept 6 fish, but caught many more. I would definitely recommend Cpt. Ben with Great Southern Charters!

    Reported catch:
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Response from Captain

    thank you!

  • Chris Castile
    Chris Castile
    us
    Idaho, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Ben was great.

    4 Hour Trip - 1:00 PM • 5 adults

    Super friendly, knowledgeable and personable. He made the trip very enjoyable for our entire party. He even attached a fake engagement ring to a line for my daughter to reel in and her now finance to propose. It was a special day for all of us and he made perfect. Will definitely book again.

Real catches shared by our community

  • Great Southern Fishing Charters
    Great Southern Fishing ChartersOrange Beach, AL
    A happy angler proudly displaying a Redfish while enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Redfish
    Dave T.
    Dave T.
    Had a 4-hour trip with Cpt Ben of Great Southern Charters. Had an awesome time where we caught plenty of fish. Cpt Ben is down to earth and worked hard to make sure we were stayed on fish and had a memorable trip. We only kept 6 fish, but caught many more. I would definitely recommend Cpt. Ben with Great Southern Charters!
  • Great Southern Fishing Charters
    Great Southern Fishing ChartersOrange Beach, AL
    Two young anglers smiling aboard a center-console fishing boat, with cushioned seating and marina surroundings visible.
    Kameron E.
    Kameron E.
    Weather was sucky, we got rained on but hunkered down the first storm and waited it out. Have a 8 year old that’s 90 to nothing and Captain Ben was great with him. We made several moves to find fish, not waiting and hoping.
  • Great Southern Fishing Charters
    Great Southern Fishing ChartersOrange Beach, AL
    A neat display of multiple Snapper laid out on a fillet table, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Mangrove Snapper
    Heriberto C.
    Heriberto C.
    Had an awesome trip with Ben as our captain today! We went inshore fishing and ended up catching some Mangrove Snapper that made for a great dinner. Ben had everything covered — the boat was well equipped, rods and reels were provided, and he had all the bait ready to go. He was a great guide, worked hard to put us on fish, and made the whole experience enjoyable. We had a pretty wild start to the morning with a strong storm rolling through, but Ben kept us safe and we were able to get under the bridge and still have a productive beginning to the trip. We caught three early, including a nice-sized fish, and then toward the end we moved to a new spot he hadn’t really fished before and absolutely got on them. Overall, it was a great day on the water. Ben is knowledgeable, puts in the effort, and genuinely wants his customers to have a great experience. I’d definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a great inshore fishing trip!
  • Great Southern Fishing Charters
    Great Southern Fishing ChartersOrange Beach, AL
    A young angler is actively reeling in a catch while a companion watches eagerly from the boat, set against a sunny waterfront backdrop.
    Chris C.
    Chris C.
    Super friendly, knowledgeable and personable. He made the trip very enjoyable for our entire party. He even attached a fake engagement ring to a line for my daughter to reel in and her now finance to propose. It was a special day for all of us and he made perfect. Will definitely book again.
  • Great Southern Fishing Charters
    Great Southern Fishing ChartersOrange Beach, AL
    Two anglers actively fishing from a boat, enjoying a day on the water with a clear view of the ocean.
    Samuel W.
    Samuel W.
    Everything was spectacular!! Experienced Captain gave us exactly what we were looking for (Strikes all day long, exciting!!). Ben made us feel totally at ease on his boat. Will definitely will book this trip and others again in the future with Great Southern Fishing Charters. Well done Ben. 5 Stars
  • Great Southern Fishing Charters
    Great Southern Fishing ChartersOrange Beach, AL
    Angler proudly displaying a large King Mackerel at the dock, with a catch of red snapper in the background.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Joshua P.
    Joshua P.
    WHAT AN AMAZING DAY! Ben was extremely kind, down to earth, very quick, and efficient. He took us to different places to find the fish. He was great at explaining how to use the equipment and how to set the hook. He was great at navigating his boat. He made sure to remind us to stay hydrated and made sure we felt comfortable on the ride out. We were able to catch big fish and had the best time. Thank you Ben!! We will 100% be back again.
  • Great Southern Fishing Charters
    Great Southern Fishing ChartersOrange Beach, AL
    Adult angler holding a large red snapper aboard a center-console fishing boat offshore.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Christopher R.
    Christopher R.
    Ben is good, he’s a local that knows what hes doing on the water. would recomend, we had a very fun trip and stayed on the fish the whole time!
  • Great Southern Fishing Charters
    Great Southern Fishing ChartersOrange Beach, AL
    A proud angler displaying a large Grouper while fishing on a charter boat, with fellow anglers in the background.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Gag Grouper
    Jennifer M.
    Jennifer M.
    captain was amazing and we will b back
  • Great Southern Fishing Charters
    Great Southern Fishing ChartersOrange Beach, AL
    A cooler filled with freshly caught Sheepshead fish, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Sheepshead
    Shellie D.
    Shellie D.
    Ben was fantastic and had us beginners catching fish within 20min. It was a beautiful day on the water and we ended up with 8 fish. I would definitely book with Ben again!
  • Great Southern Fishing Charters
    Great Southern Fishing ChartersOrange Beach, AL
    Angler proudly displaying a large Sheepshead caught while fishing near the coast, with a scenic backdrop of buildings and boats.
    Fish 1
    Sheepshead
    Thomas T.
    Thomas T.
    Ben was knowledgeable and patient with us. he is a great guy and we really enjoyed the trip.

What's biting with Great Southern Fishing Charters in Orange Beach

With the weather starting to disrupt the chances to go offshore, attention shifts inshore for winter. The good news is that some of the most prized fish can be found in the shallows, as Bull Redfish become commonplace!

Top catches for November