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!

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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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Candace V.
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Anne V.
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Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 153 reviews
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Excellent
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4.9 / 5
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Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
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Brandon S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing experience!

VERIFIED   4 Hr Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore (AM) on February 9, 2025
Captain Donnie and Anne were wonderful hosts. They knew exactly where the fish were biting and they took great care of us during...
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Amanda W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Honoring Dad

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore on March 12, 2025
Captian Donnie and his daughter were awesome! The wind was not our friend but this trip was really to honor my dadโ€™s wishing...
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John F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip!

VERIFIED   3 Hour Tripโ€“Delta Dominator Special on June 30, 2024
The Captain and his deckhand was very attentive. They kept bait on our hooks while keeping boat on course. We were fishing...
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Robert P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip! Would highly recommend

VERIFIED   4 Hr Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore (AM) on March 19, 2025
We had a great time with captain Donnie. He was great with the kids and helped them each catch a large sheepshead. Despite...
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Richard T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Great day nearshore fishing

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore/Nearshore on March 13, 2025
Captain Donnie and Candace were awesome.ย  They put us on fish right away.ย  Caught several sheapshead and snapper.ย  Plenty...
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