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Zachary Rowe

Certified Damn Good Guide
A Certified Damn Good Guide is someone who goes above and beyond to show you an incredible experience on your trip. Guides earn this badge through quality reviews, quick and responsive communication, and low cancellation rates.
Independent Guide
Talkative
Laid-back
Quality
Instructional
Adventurous
Beginner Oriented
Captain Zach is a second generation angler who has been on the water with his dad since he was just a kid at the age of 5. He grew up on his dad’s boat where he helped his dad’s guests reel in some of their greatest catches. Captain Zach would like nothing more than to make your fishing trip a one of a kind experience. One of captains Zach’s favorites things about fishing is watching little kids smiles on their face while they are reeling in fish as he was doing this at just a young age himself.

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Zachary Rowe

Zachary Rowe

Certified Damn Good Guide
Independent Guide
Captain Zach is a second generation angler who has been on the water with his dad since he was just a kid at the age of 5. He grew up on his dad’s boat where he helped his dad’s guests reel in some of their greatest catches. Captain Zach would like nothing more than to make your fishing trip a one of a kind experience. One of captains Zach’s favorites things about fishing is watching little kids smiles on their face while they are reeling in fish as he was doing this at just a young age himself.
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
A 300lb shark
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Blacked red fish, Hush puppies and Fries
What’s your favorite band?
Queen
What’s your favorite movie?
Top Gun

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
A 300lb shark
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Blacked red fish, Hush puppies and Fries
What’s your favorite band?
Queen
What’s your favorite movie?
Top Gun
What’s your favorite sports team?
Auburn Tigers
What’s your drink of choice?
Dr. Pepper
What was your last halloween costume?
A Wolverine
What do you want for Christmas this year?
Ask me closer to Christmas
How did you get started guiding?
I started out on my dads boat when I was just a kid at the age of 5 and started deck handing for him as I got older.
What makes you different from other guides?
I strive to give my customers the best experience every time, meaning you may not have a great time if the wind and waves do not cooperate and it will be hard to catch fish. Since I like to give my customers their greatest experience on the water yet if the conditions are not safe to go out and you’ve already booked a trip we will move you to a day that looks better as long as you agree, I am not here to take your money because I want a paycheck, I am here to make sure you go out and have a great time, you go out safe and come back safe, and most of all catch some fish!
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Gulf Shores

4 Hour Inshore/Nearshore

100% (3)
24 ft 1 - 12 People From $550
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Gulf Shores

3 Hour Inshore

100% (3)
24 ft 1 - 12 People From $450
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Gulf Shores

4 Hour Snapper (starting May 23rd)

100% (3)
24 ft 1 - 12 People From $850

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Recent Reviews of Southern Charters

5.0
based on 1 review

Billy

Verified Review

Captain Zach & Jaime were the best I had a party of five all family , they were a lot of fun and got us on the fish quickly and we got our limit in our slotted time . The best was my grandson & his best friend when the fish were on they loved it . Thanks Zach & Jaime for a fun day .

Billy

Verified Review

Captain Zach & Jaime were the best I had a party of five all family , they were a lot of fun and got us on the fish quickly and we got our limit in our slotted time . The best was my grandson & his best friend when the fish were on they loved it . Thanks Zach & Jaime for a fun day .
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Response from Zachary:
We are so glad yall had a great time! We are looking forward to the next!

Response from Zachary:

We are so glad yall had a great time! We are looking forward to the next!
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Potential Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .
  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Recent Fishing Reports

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3 Hour Inshore
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April 7th, 2026
Gulf Shores, Alabama
4 Hour Snapper (starting May 23rd)
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Gulf Shores, Alabama
4 Hour Inshore/Nearshore
April 28th, 2026
Gulf Shores, Alabama
4 Hour Snapper (starting May 23rd)
April 20th, 2026
Gulf Shores, Alabama
3 Hour Inshore
April 9th, 2026
Fort Morgan, Alabama
4 Hour Snapper (starting May 23rd)
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Gulf Shores, Alabama
3 Hour Inshore
May 6th, 2026
Gulf Shores, Alabama
3 Hour Inshore
May 6th, 2026
Gulf Shores, Alabama
3 Hour Inshore
April 9th, 2026
Fort Morgan, Alabama
4 Hour Inshore/Nearshore
April 28th, 2026
Gulf Shores, Alabama
4 Hour Snapper (starting May 23rd)
April 20th, 2026
Gulf Shores, Alabama
4 Hour Snapper (starting May 23rd)
April 20th, 2026
Gulf Shores, Alabama
3 Hour Inshore
April 9th, 2026
Fort Morgan, Alabama
4 Hour Snapper (starting May 23rd)
April 20th, 2026
Gulf Shores, Alabama
4 Hour Inshore/Nearshore
April 28th, 2026
Gulf Shores, Alabama
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