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Freddie Zona

Nationality: American
Languages: English
Experience: 20 years

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Captain
Freddie Zona

Member since October 2014 Port Orange, United States

Background: Captain Freddie Zona is the owner and operator of Freddie Z Fishing aboard Southwind Charters. He has fished the waters of Central Florida since 1994 and enjoys sharing the knowledge he's picked up over the years. He knows how much fun fishing as a family adventure is, and likes nothing more than to show the little ones how to get started. Captain Shelby Zona is the 2nd generation of "Zona" to helm/ crew the FV SouthWind. She has been aboard the vessel fishing out of Ponce Inlet, FL 15+ years with her father Captain Freddie Zona from 1st mate into relief captaincy. Captain Shelby enjoys sharing her knowledge derived from learning and refining the skills of nearshore and offshore fishing.
Techniques: Fishing out of Ponce Inlet, Captain Freddie is lucky enough to enjoy some great versatile fishing. From 5 miles to 50 miles offshore, the numerous wrecks, reefs, and ledges are his favorite bottom fishing spots.

Hey, I'm Captain Freddie Zona

Port Orange, United States

Background: Captain Freddie Zona is the owner and operator of Freddie Z Fishing aboard Southwind Charters. He has fished the waters of Central Florida since 1994 and enjoys sharing the knowledge he's picked up over the years. He knows how much fun fishing as a family adventure is, and likes nothing more than to show the little ones how to get started. Captain Shelby Zona is the 2nd generation of "Zona" to helm/ crew the FV SouthWind. She has been aboard the vessel fishing out of Ponce Inlet, FL 15+ years with her father Captain Freddie Zona from 1st mate into relief captaincy. Captain Shelby enjoys sharing her knowledge derived from learning and refining the skills of nearshore and offshore fishing.
Techniques: Fishing out of Ponce Inlet, Captain Freddie is lucky enough to enjoy some great versatile fishing. From 5 miles to 50 miles offshore, the numerous wrecks, reefs, and ledges are his favorite bottom fishing spots.

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Southwind Charters with Freddie Z

4.8 / 5

(183 reviews)

4.8 / 5

(183 reviews)

Port Orange • 41 ft • 6 persons

Trips from US $800

Fishing Reports

The Mahi bite is going off!!!

Apr 25, 2016 Port Orange

Book your trip now!! Catching Mahi, Wahoo, Kingfish and Sailfish. Grouper open May 1, 2016

The bottom bite in on!!

Feb 28, 2016 Port Orange

We also caught Grouper, Red Snapper and sharks that had to be released, along with many other fish that did not fit in the size regulations.

The bite is on!!

Dec 28, 2015 Port Orange

Both trolling and bottom fishing has been great. The extended day trip is the best trip to take and you can experience both types of fishing.

2015 A few awesome catches

Dec 11, 2015 Port Orange

Just a few awesome catches aboard the Southwind with Capt Freddie Zona during 2015. Remember book your dates as soon as possible during the busy season from April-August dates will fill up fast especially Fridays-Sundays. #freddiezfishingaboardsouthwind #freddiezfishing #southwind #nsbfishing #ponceinlet

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8 / 5

out of 5 stars from 183 reviews

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Boat

4.6 / 5

Crew

4.9 / 5

Experience

4.8 / 5

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Angler rating

5 stars		155
4 stars		18
3 stars		3
2 stars		1
1 star		1

Anglers claimed

Good experience
	96%
Friendly captain
	99%
Recommend this charter
	95%
Appropriate for children
	93%
Satisfied with the boat
	99%
Caught fish
	86%

Appropriate for children
	93%
Satisfied with the boat
	99%
Caught fish
	86%

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Jason S.

Deltona, Florida

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

May fishing trip

VERIFIED Extended Day Trip on May 11, 2019

Jason S.

Deltona, Florida

5.0 / 5

May 11, 2019

Extended Day Trip

May fishing trip

VERIFIED

Jason S. recommends Southwind Charters with Freddie Z

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Freddie Zona (The Captain)

Replied on May 23, 2019

Thank you Jason for the review we look forward to fishing with you again. Capt. Freddie

Freddie Zona (The Captain)

Replied on May 23, 2019

Thank you Jason for the review we look forward to fishing with you again.
Capt. Freddie

Captain replied

Jason D.

Palm Coast, FL

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

March fishing trip

VERIFIED 3/4 Day Trip on March 9, 2019

Jason D.

Palm Coast, FL

5.0 / 5

Mar 9, 2019

3/4 Day Trip

March fishing trip

VERIFIED

SO MUCH FUN!

Jason D. recommends Southwind Charters with Freddie Z

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Freddie Zona (The Captain)

Replied on March 10, 2019

Thank you for the review Jason. Capt Freddie

Freddie Zona (The Captain)

Replied on March 10, 2019

Thank you for the review Jason.
Capt Freddie

Captain replied

Jennifer F.

Lake Zurich, IL

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

March fishing trip

VERIFIED 3/4 Day Trip on March 5, 2019

Jennifer F.

Lake Zurich, IL

5.0 / 5

Mar 5, 2019

3/4 Day Trip

March fishing trip

VERIFIED

Jennifer F. recommends Southwind Charters with Freddie Z

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Freddie Zona (The Captain)

Replied on March 25, 2019

Thank you for the great review Jennifer and thank you for fishing with us. Capt Freddie

Freddie Zona (The Captain)

Replied on March 25, 2019

Thank you for the great review Jennifer and thank you for fishing with us.
Capt Freddie

Captain replied

Myrn S.

United States

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

February fishing trip

VERIFIED Half Day Trip (PM) on February 15, 2019

Myrn S.

United States

5.0 / 5

Feb 15, 2019

Half Day Trip (PM)

February fishing trip

VERIFIED

Myrn S. recommends Southwind Charters with Freddie Z

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Freddie Zona (The Captain)

Replied on February 17, 2019

Thank You for the review and for fishing with us. Capt Freddie

Freddie Zona (The Captain)

Replied on February 17, 2019

Thank You for the review and for fishing with us.
Capt Freddie

Captain replied

Lorraine T.

Hampstead, North Carolina

5.0 / 5

Experience:

5.0 / 5

Boat

5.0 / 5

Crew

5.0 / 5

Overall

Half day with Captain and Mate

VERIFIED Half Day Trip (AM) on November 14, 2016

Lorraine T.

Hampstead, North Carolina

5.0 / 5

Nov 14, 2016

Half Day Trip (AM)

Half day with Captain and Mate

VERIFIED

My husband, son and daughter in law really enjoyed our trip with Captain Freddie Z and First Mate Josh. They made sure we enjoyed the trip and made it fun. He has great knowledge of where to find the fish. We caught ten beautiful king mackerel’s and several other fish. We took the half day trip but intend to book an 8 hour trip on our next visit to Florida. The boat was excellent with lots of room and very clean. Frank and Lorraine Taylor, Wallace, NC

My husband, son and daughter in law really enjoyed our trip with Captain Freddie Z and First Mate Josh. They made sure we...

Lorraine T. recommends Southwind Charters with Freddie Z

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Freddie Zona (The Captain)

Replied on November 17, 2016

Thank you Lorraine we are so happy you enjoyed your fishing day and look forward to fishing with your family again soon. Capt. Freddie

Freddie Zona (The Captain)

Replied on November 17, 2016

Thank you Lorraine we are so happy you enjoyed your fishing day and look forward to fishing with your family again soon.
Capt. Freddie

Captain replied

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