Captain
Freddie Zona

Member since October 2014 New Smyrna Beach, 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.
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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New Smyrna Beach, 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.
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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My Charter Listing

Southwind Charters with Freddie Z

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(164 reviews)
New Smyrna Beach
trips from US $700

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 165 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 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
97%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
93%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
84%
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Jeff B.
Camdenton, MO
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Full day

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on July 14, 2022
Full day trip and as always with Southwinds with Capt. Freddie a full cooler of fish and awesome first mate
Jeff B. recommends Southwind Charters with Freddie Z
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Patricia B.
Dona Vista, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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3/4 Day Trip

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on July 4, 2022
We had an awesome time and caught a bunch of fish!ย  Tons of fun for everyone!ย  The captian and crew were great too.
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Zach L.
Mountain Lakes, NJ
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half day with Southwind

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 16, 2021
Overall great day fishing with Freddie and Taylor. Was an awesome crew who knew what they were doing and where to fish at....
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Natalie F.
Altoona, WI
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Highlight of our vacation!!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on July 15, 2021
Highlight of our trip for sure. Our deckhand Taylor was so great with our teens helping them to do the reeling and our Captain...
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Justin W.
Ormond Beach, FL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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10 hour with Captain Freddie Z.

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on June 8, 2021
Captain Freddie Z and the first mate were very professional. They were terrific about getting on the fish in less than perfect...
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