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!
Anglers Choice
176
Reviews
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Fishing Reports
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Anne V.
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Team Vinson Charters

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(89 reviews)
Angler's choice
Gulf Shores
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Trips from US $350

Team Vinson Charters 2

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(87 reviews)
Angler's choice
Dauphin Island
 Last booking: 3 days ago
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Trips from US $450

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 176 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
88%
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Lettie H.
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 October 9, 2023
The Captain and crew were very patient with our 8-year-old grandson.ย  He greatly enjoyed the trip. The captain was friendly...
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Daniel D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Very fun

VERIFIED   3 Hour Tripโ€“Delta Dominator Special on May 30, 2023
Didnโ€™t get to keep anything cause the fish were too small but had a blast catching them and caught a lot too.
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Paige T.
Upper Tygart, KY
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 Donnie and his deckhand

VERIFIED   3 Hour Tripโ€“Delta Dominator Special on July 27, 2022
We loved our trip out! We caught multiple catfish and was even able to bring in a black tipped shark! Captain Donnie and his...
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Daniel D.
Gadsden, AL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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May fishing trip

VERIFIED   3 Hour Tripโ€“Delta Dominator Special on May 27, 2022
Amelia, Charlotte and myself had an awesome time. Capt. Donnie and Candice definitely over delivered on the promise to ensure...
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James E.
Prairie Center, WY
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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2-3 hour day trip

VERIFIED   3 Hour Tripโ€“Delta Dominator Special on March 27, 2022
Had a great time. Went straight to the fish. We were catching fish within 10 minutes of stopping. The action was amazing. Had...
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