Donnie Vinson
Captain

Donnie Vinson

Gulf Shores, Sjedinjene Države
Angler's choice
100+ reviews
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!
Captain Donnie V.
Captain Donnie V.
kapetan
Candace V.
Candace V.
Prvi časnik
Anne V.
Anne V.
Poslovni saradnik

Charters

Rating

4.9
248 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

96%
Dobro iskustvo
100%
Prijatan kapetan
97%
Preporučite ovaj čarter
97%
Prikladno za decu
99%
Zadovoljni brodom
92%
Uhvate ribe

All reviews (248)

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  • Dee Jay Baker
    Dee Jay Baker
    us
    Indijana, Сједињене Државе
    Član od 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    BEST TRIP EVER

    4 Hour Trip – Red Snapper (2PM)6 adults

    Our family had an amazing time on this fishing charter! From the moment we stepped on the boat, the captain and crew made us feel welcome and ensured everyone—from the adults to the kids—had a great experience. They were knowledgeable, patient, and always willing to help with baiting hooks and casting! We caught plenty of fish, enjoyed beautiful scenery, and created memories we’ll be talking about for years. The boat was clean, comfortable, and well-equipped, making the entire trip relaxing and enjoyable. If you’re looking for a fun family-friendly fishing adventure, we highly recommend this charter. We can’t wait to come back for another trip!

    Reported catch:
    Red Snapper
    Response from Captain

    This family was ripping lips from start to finish . Thanks Capt Donnie

  • David Davis
    David Davis
    Repeat angler
    us
    Teksas, Сједињене Државе
    Član od 2016
    4 putovanja
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Dannie and Candace make the day

    4 Hour Trip – Red Snapper6 adults

    I can’t say enough good things about Captain Donnie and his daughter Candace. I don’t think we would’ve been able to do this trip with any other Captain. The morning started out with torrential rain and I was sure we were going to be canceled. That was before I realized the tenacity of Captain Donnie. We had to push our start time due to some significant storms. He told us we were going to get wet so we were prepared. We caught a ton of fish, unfortunately. Most of them were just below the legal limit. We went to several different spots over the morning and if the fish weren’t biting, Captain Donnie was gonna move us to get on the fish again. It was a rough day with the rain and the waves in the current, and somehow we still ended up with enough red Stryper to have a few good meals. I had my teenage granddaughters on the trip and both Captain Donnie and Candace were really good with them. Very patient would help them out kept us fishing the entire time. If you are looking for a Captain, that’s going to put you on the fish and not give up regardless of the element then you want to use Captain Donnie. I would book this trip in an instant again. Thank you, Captain Donnie for a great day of fishing and for your persistence in getting fish on the boat.

    Reported catch:
    Red Snapper
    Response from Captain

    thanks guys definitely a hard faught win to keep pushing to pursue the fish sometimes we get on them sometimes its just plain out hard core fishing with the weather. thanks again Capt Donnie

  • Forrest Mccullough
    Forrest Mccullough
    Repeat angler
    us
    Tenesi, Сједињене Државе
    Član od 2025
    4 putovanja
    5.0
    Verified

    Best Family Friendly Guide in the Area

    4 Hr Trip – Inshore/Nearshore (PM)3 adults1 child

    Captain Donnie took our family offshore to an amazing spot for red snapper. We hooked up immediately and you could see the schools of fish 18 feet down in crystal clear water. We caught 8-10 snapper before my 7 year old started getting sea sick. This was one of those days when all the stars align and the Captain has you in the exact right spot at the exact right time. Catain Donnie, understandingly pulled up and went back inshore to help with sea sickness and got us back on great speckeled trout. He was incredible with my family. You wont find a better guide for family trips!!

    Reported catch:
    Red Snapper
    Spanish Mackerel
    Speckled Trout
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Donald Hailey
    Donald Hailey
    us
    Arkanzas, Сједињене Државе
    Član od 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    hard working crew!

    4 Hr Trip – Inshore/Nearshore - 10:00 AM5 adults

    As is often the case, bad weather affected our trip. Captain Donnie called the day before our trip and worked out the details. We were able to adjust the trip schedule. Once we were on the water Captain Donnie and his daughter, Candace worked hard to ensure we avoided the stoms as much as possible, caught fish, and had a good time. Even though we were the last trip of the day and those two were exhausted, they had everything ready and never made us feel rushed. We will definitely book with them again next year!

    Reported catch:
    Red Snapper
    Response from Captain

    thanks guys!! definitely a hard trip but yall killed it till next time tight lines snd fish on. Thanks Capt Donnie

  • Preston Rogers
    Preston Rogers
    us
    Dalton, GA, Сједињене Државе
    Član od 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    10 out of 10

    4 Hour Trip – Red Snapper (2PM)6 adults

    This trip was beyond expectations. i assumed we would catch a few fish, maybe some tiny ones as well. However that was not the case. From the moment i had a rod in my hand i was either catching a keeper sized fish or was getting hits. My whole crew of 6 were constantly reeling fish in. We caught our limit quick and started just catching and releasing afterwards. Donnie and his daughter are the best. looking forward to making this a yearly trip.

    Reported catch:
    Red Snapper

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    Great family trip
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    Best trip ever!
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    Fishing with Donnie
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    Team Vinson Charters 2Dauphin Island, AL
    great trip!
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  • Team Vinson Charters 2
    Team Vinson Charters 2Dauphin Island, AL
    Rememberable Time!!!
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    Kara Y.
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    Team Vinson Charters 2Dauphin Island, AL
    3 species we have never caught!
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    SO MUCH FUN!
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