Captain
Donnie Vinson

Member since January 2022 Gulf Shores, United States
Background
Captain Donnie Vinson was born and raised on Alabama’s Gulf Coast. He grew up in Spanish Fort and has spent more than 3 decades fishing in and around Mobile Bay. He's fished everything from the rivers of the Delta to the Gulf's deep sea. The captain loves being on the water and is always looking for the next memorable experience. He's eager to share his passion and knowledge and he loves taking people for a great day of fishing or a wonderful sunset cruise. Captain Donnie is fully certified by the American Red Cross in CPR as well as first aid. Also, he's a member of the Alabama Coastal Fishing Association (ACFA). He competed in various tournaments throughout the Gulf Coast as well as in Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo, the world’s largest angling tournament. Join Captain Donnie aboard for tight lines!

Hey, I'm Captain Donnie Vinson

Gulf Shores, United States
Background
Captain Donnie Vinson was born and raised on Alabama’s Gulf Coast. He grew up in Spanish Fort and has spent more than 3 decades fishing in and around Mobile Bay. He's fished everything from the rivers of the Delta to the Gulf's deep sea. The captain loves being on the water and is always looking for the next memorable experience. He's eager to share his passion and knowledge and he loves taking people for a great day of fishing or a wonderful sunset cruise. Captain Donnie is fully certified by the American Red Cross in CPR as well as first aid. Also, he's a member of the Alabama Coastal Fishing Association (ACFA). He competed in various tournaments throughout the Gulf Coast as well as in Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo, the world’s largest angling tournament. Join Captain Donnie aboard for tight lines!
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My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(87 reviews)
Angler's choice
Gulf Shores
 Last booking: 3 days ago
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Trips from US $350
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(79 reviews)
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Dauphin Island
 5 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $450

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 166 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (418)
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
87%
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Katina M. L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fun, Fun, Fun!!

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore on January 2, 2025
Captain Donnie and his daughter were excellent hosts! They were extremely knowledgeable and professional as well as super friendly...
Katina M. L. recommends Team Vinson Charters 2
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Kasey S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Donnie

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore on March 23, 2025
Kasey S. recommends Team Vinson Charters 2
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Jeff B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Mudflap Outdoors

VERIFIED   4 Hr Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore (AM) on August 26, 2024
It was a tough day of fishing for the crew. We were able to bring in a 22โ€ Redfish. Captain Donnie did his best to put us...
Jeff B. recommends Team Vinson Charters 2
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James C.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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Fishing with Donnie

VERIFIED   4 Hr Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore (AM) on June 23, 2025
Family had a great time. Would recommend
James C. recommends Team Vinson Charters 2
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Melton E.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
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March fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hr Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore (AM) on March 30, 2025
Captain Donnie and crew member Candance (daughter) kept us safe in the weather and we caught the largest Drum ever!! GOOD TRIP:)
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