Orange Beach Fish Charter Service invites you down to the best fishing spots in Alabama. Take your while family, friends, and colleagues with you to explore what the Orange Beach and Gulf Shores areas have to offer.

Go out for a fun day on the water and enjoy a world-class fishery right at your fingertips. You get begin catching fish just right off the shores! There are plenty of fish species from tasty to feisty to meet your specific angling needs.

You will be able to concentrate on trolling and bottom fishing for anything that is in season and biting. The list of your potential catches includes King Mackerel, Redfish, Spanish Mackerel, Bonito, Red Snapper, Triggerfish, Vermilion Snapper, Amberjack, White Snapper, Wahoo, Cobia, Scamp Grouper… and the list just goes on!

Orange Beach Fish Charter Service has a whole fleet of fantastic sport fishing vessels. The ‘Boll Weevil’ will be your boat for the day. She is a 38’ Buskins, which was built back in 1980 and fully refurbished in 2018. The Boll Weevil comes powered by a single 320 HP Caterpillar engine and can cruise at a top speed of 10 knots.

The Boll Weevil is fully rigged with everything you need for a productive day on the water. She features a flybridge to spot any action going on beneath the surface along with a toilet for your maximum comfort.

All trips come with the use of rods, reels, lures, live bait, and fishing licenses. You can feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks with you.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    3 hour cruise/trolling trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 8:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Jan 1 - May 15
    US $850
    Get ready to set sail on a thrilling 3 hour cruise that will leave you with memories to last a lifetime. Embark on this exciting journey as we navigate the beautiful waters, taking in the stunning coastal scenery and feeling the refreshing breeze on your face. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to bond with nature, and create lasting memories. So grab your sense of adventure and join us! Book your trip now and get ready for an unforgettable experience on the Gulf of Mexico
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Trolling
  • Private trip
    3 hour cruise/trolling trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 1:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Jan 1 - Dec 31
    US $850
    Get ready to set sail on a thrilling 3 hour cruise that will leave you with memories to last a lifetime. Embark on this exciting journey as we navigate the beautiful waters, taking in the stunning coastal scenery and feeling the refreshing breeze on your face. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to bond with nature, and create lasting memories. So grab your sense of adventure and join us! Book your trip now and get ready for an unforgettable experience on the Gulf of Mexico
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Trolling
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    US $900
    The crew's basic introduction trip, perfect for a fun-filled time out on the Gulf of Mexico! An intro to deep sea fishing the whole family will love. These 4 hours consist of trolling nearshore for Spanish and King Mackerel.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 1:30 PM
    US $900
    The crew's basic introduction trip, perfect for a fun-filled time out on the Gulf of Mexico! An intro to deep sea fishing the whole family will love. These 4 hours consist of trolling nearshore for Spanish and King Mackerel.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bottom (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    US $1,350
    This is our #1 fishing trip during the summer months. You will be trolling for King Mackerel and catching Vermilion Snapper, as well as other species. The package includes rods, reels, tackle, bait, and licenses. Red Snapper season for 2024 to be announced
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bottom (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 1:30 PM
    US $1,350
    This is our #1 fishing trip during the summer months. You will be trolling for King Mackerel and chasing Vermilion Snapper as well as other species. The package includes rods, reels, tackle, bait, and licenses. Red Snapper season for 2024 to be announced
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    US $1,800
    Add a few more hours to your time on the water and target more reef species such as a Snapper variety. Red Snapper season for 2024 to be announced
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FAQs about Boll Weevil

Boll Weevil offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $850 per group - 3 hour cruise/trolling trip (AM) (3 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 3 hour cruise/trolling trip (PM) (3 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 4 Hour Trip (PM) (8 hours)
  • US $1,350 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bottom (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,350 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bottom (PM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Boll Weevil, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air Conditioning
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box
  • Radio

Trips booked with Boll Weevil include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • First Mate (Customary 20% (NOT INCLUDED IN TRIP COST))
  • Fishing License

Boll Weevil offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (8-15 miles)
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Boll Weevil offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Boll Weevil include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Cobia
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Triggerfish (Gray)

Meet the Charter Operator

Orange Beach Fish Charter Service
Orange Beach, Alabama, United States
ID & license verified
287 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since January 2015
Orange Beach Fish Charter Service is a team of not only knowledgeable but also highly experienced captains. Each and every one of them is a true professional who can cater to anglers of all ages and expertise. The team are fun and family-friendly and enjoy introducing younger anglers to the art of fishing. Orange Beach Fish Charter Service caters to both family outings and company trips, such as team buildings and corporate charters.

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Barracuda (Great) Great Barracuda
Cobia Cobia
Grouper (Gag) Gag Grouper

Boat specs

Buskins (Sportfishing) originally built in 1980, and restored in 2018. Powered by a 320HP Caterpillar engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 10 knots.

Length
38 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
8-15 miles
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Air Conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live Bait Well

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
First Mate
Customary 20% (NOT INCLUDED IN TRIP COST)
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.6 / 5
out of 5 stars from 31 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (13)
4 hour trip with captain Sam
4 hour trip with captain Sam
4 hour trip with captain Sam
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
88%
Friendly captain
92%
Recommend this charter
87%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
88%
Caught fish
88%
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Daniel N.
Clanton, AL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

6 hour off shore trip with Kyle and Tyson on Bull Weevil

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bottom (AM) on August 5, 2023
First time deep fishing and will be back again with the same captain & fisherman. Great guys, very respectful, informative,...
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William M.
Norman, OK
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Perfect for first timers!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (PM) on June 13, 2021
We had a great day, catching our limit in Red Snapper and a couple of Spanish mackerel and a Bonita! Gabby was really easygoing...
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Anthony S. J.
Ellijay, GA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

6 hr. trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip – Trolling/Bottom (AM) on June 13, 2022
Had a great time fishing for snapper, caught alot that were just under legal limit. But brought back a good amount to eat
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Rob B.
Cloquet, MN
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Very good
4.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

October fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (PM) on October 22, 2021
We had booked an afternoon 1/2 day trip with novice anglers. Wanting to do some bottom fishing with a 4 hour trip is limited,...
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Nichole Y.
Bay Minette, AL
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Tom

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip on July 2, 2022
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