Joe Boetsch
Joe Boetsch
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2019
7 trips
3.3
Verified

That’s why they call it Fishing

5 Hour Trip–Inshore (AM)5 adults

Captain Charlie was great he has nice gear. He worked hard for us but the fish did not cooperate this day, that’s why they call it fishing JB

Reported Catch
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Response from Captain

Sorry the trip didn’t meet your expectations. Thanks for coming out.

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Southern Sun Fishing Charters
State licensed
4.9
(466)
24 ft
Group size 1 - 4
1 - 4
Fish 1
Fish 2
+7
4 hour trip • 2 persons
US $550

Rating

4.9
466 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

  • 98%
    Great experience
  • 97%
    Family friendly
  • 100%
    Friendly captain
  • 100%
    Good boat
  • 98%
    Recommended
  • 91%
    Caught fish

All reviews (466)

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  • Chris Schluterman
    Chris Schluterman
    Repeat angler
    us
    Arkansas, US
    Member since 2018
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing Fun on Southern Sun!

    6 Hour Trip - Nearshore (AM)4 adults

    Captain Charlie put us on some big donkey red snapper! He was very accommodating for our family. He allowed us to use some of our own hand-tied hair jigs to hook into some different species. And he was mindful of our sea-sick prone family members to keep us comfortable during our trip. We will look at booking with Captain Charlie on Southern Sun again next time we visit Orange Beach!

    Reported Catch
    Red Snapper
    Response from Captain

    Thank you!

  • Sarah Keener
    Sarah Keener
    us
    North Carolina, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Patient and Helpful

    4 Hour Trip–Inshore (AM)2 adults

    Went out with Justin on 4/10 and he was very helpful with baiting the hook, casting to where we hoped the fish were, and general knowledge. He had great patience no matter how many shrimp flew off the hook. We were only able to bring in one red drum but had a great morning. They were also mindful of weather and reached out to reschedule when the waves were going to be rough on our original day.

    Reported Catch
    Redfish
    Response from Captain

    Thank you!

  • Maddex Scott
    Maddex Scott
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Shark Trip

    3 Hour Shark Trip (PM)2 adults

    Was a very good trip we got the pleasure of having captain gil as our captain was very understanding and easy to work with explained everything you needed to know and some cool facts we went about 1/2 mile to 1 mile off the coast and caught 2 6ft+ spinner sharks would personally recommend to anyone with that little kick in to go fishing and want a challenge

    Response from Captain

    Thank you!

  • Elena Adkins
    Elena Adkins
    Repeat angler
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2021
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Southern Sun Magic

    4 Hour Trip–Inshore (PM)2 adults

    Super easy boat access, and a friendly marina. Captain Charlie was very knowledgeable and his other boat captains are great too! We really enjoyed the trip and caught a couple goodsized sheepshead and redfish. We would recommend Southern Sun Magic for any level-family trips, beginners or more seasoned fishers. Thanks for a great afternoon, Charlie!

    Response from Captain

    Thank you!

  • Lee Lemke
    Lee Lemke
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Highly Recommend Southern Sun Fishing Charters

    3 Hour Trip-Inshore (PM)2 adults

    We booked a three hour fishing tour with Southern Sun on 5/14/26. Justin, our Captain, was very professional, knowledgeable, patient and fun! We caught over thirty fish. We felt totally comfortable on the boat trip. Justin went above and beyond to make our fishing trip a wonderful experience. We will be back next year. Thank you, Justin!

    Reported Catch
    Spanish Mackerel
    Response from Captain

    Thank you!