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

Federally permitted
Excellent
4.8 / 5
(183 reviews)
Port Orange
Trips from US $800

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 183 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (175)
Freddie and Logan are top tier!
Put us on the meat
Mahi Mahi
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
95%
Appropriate for children
93%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
86%
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Tony A.
Orlando, Florida
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Freddie

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on March 29, 2017
Tony A. recommends Southwind Charters with Freddie Z
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Byungwoo K.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   April 20, 2024
The charter operator canceled 3 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.
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Joseph B.
New Smyrna Beach, Florida
Very good
4.0 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Day trip

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on February 14, 2017
We had a great time but the larger fish just wasnโ€™t biting. We caught smaller fish that were good eating and overall enjoyed...
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Walt K.
United States
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Southwind Charter

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on September 22, 2015
The first mate,Keith, provided everything to make our trip rememberable. We caught large Amberjack, Dolphin,and Barracuda....
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Robert L. S.
Serbia
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day fishing

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on March 18, 2016
Robert L. S. recommends Southwind Charters with Freddie Z
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