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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188
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Team Vinson Charters

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Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Gulf Shores
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Team Vinson Charters 2

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(99 reviews)
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Trips from US $450

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 188 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
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John L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Wonderful Experience - Book Now

VERIFIED   4 Hr Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore (PM) on July 7, 2025
Captain Donnie was absolutely amazing. Brought my family of four and he did not disappoint, got us on fish immediately, very...
John L. recommends Team Vinson Charters 2
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Scott T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Wheel of fish

VERIFIED   4 Hr Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore (AM) on May 26, 2025
It wasnt our day for a big payload. But it wasnt because due to any fault of the Captain and First mate Candace. They went...
Scott T. recommends Team Vinson Charters 2
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Erin M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Highly recommend!!!

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore on August 28, 2025
Book this charter!!! I would recommend Team Vinson Charters to every single person I know. You WILL have a great time! Captain...
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Channing L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Easy: Just Book It

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore on June 19, 2025
We were booking last minute and got completely lucky with Captain Donnieโ€™s availability. Relatively short (3 hour) near shore...
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Beau R.
Excellent
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Inshore fishing

VERIFIED   NEW  4 Hr Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore (AM) on November 3, 2025
we had an amazing trip. Caught some nice reds and absolutely slayed trout. We will definitely use captain Donnie again.
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