Zeke's Landing Marina, L.l.c.

What Zeke's Landing Marina, L.l.c. does

Zeke's Landing Marina, L.l.c. is a privately held, single-site full-service coastal recreation operator headquartered on Perdido Beach Boulevard in Orange Beach, Alabama. The company runs what it describes as the largest charter fishing fleet on the Alabama Gulf Coast, with 50+ professional charter boats operating year-round and a 220-boat dry storage facility rated to 160 mph wind loads. Its core product set spans inshore and offshore private fishing charters ($350–$5,000+ per trip), shared-expense deep sea fishing ($250–$1,000 per person), and party-boat fishing aboard the Zeke's Lady (up to 45 passengers), together with non-fishing excursions including sunset cruises, the Tiki Queen floating bar, Cruisin' Tikis, and third-party dolphin cruises and jet ski rentals. Ancillary revenue lines — dry boat storage billed monthly at $16.50/foot, the on-site Zeke's Restaurant (reservations via OpenTable), the Dock Store retail outlet, the newly launched The Port event venue, and the annual five-day Charter Boat Billfish Tournament with multi-tier sponsors — collectively convert the property into a destination resort rather than a single-service marina.

The underlying technology stack is intentionally light-touch: Starlink satellite WiFi is fitted on offshore charter vessels for guest connectivity, the marketing site runs on WordPress with Google Analytics, and the booking funnel is dominated by the FareHarbor reservation engine for charters and OpenTable for dining. Distribution is overwhelmingly direct-to-consumer via the company's own website, walk-in and phone traffic to the charter office, organic social on Instagram and Facebook, and earned visibility on TripAdvisor and Google Business Profile. Customers are segmented into tourists/vacationers, local residents and multi-decade repeat customers, and groups/private events including bachelor/bachelorette parties, corporate outings, and tournament participants — a horizontal mix that drives cross-spend across charter, storage, dining, retail, and events rather than concentration in any single contract.

The business model is transaction-based across every revenue stream except dry storage, which is billed monthly, and tournament-related revenue, which combines entry fees with sponsorship packages from regional sponsors (e.g., United-Johnson Brothers, M&N of Alabama, Orange Beach Boat Sales, Patagonia, Charlie's Diesel & Marine). Pricing varies materially by vessel, duration, and capacity, with additional variable fees including fish cleaning ($0.30/lb), customary 18–20% deckhand gratuity, and fuel surcharges on certain trips — indicating that unit economics are highly dependent on fleet utilization and seasonality typical of the Gulf Coast charter segment.

Name

Zeke's Landing Marina, L.l.c.

Legal name

Zeke's Landing Marina, L.l.c.

Website

https://zekeslanding.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Zeke's Landing Marina operates the largest charter fishing fleet (50+ boats) on the Alabama Gulf Coast from a single Orange Beach location, offering inshore and offshore charters, cruises, dry boat storage, waterfront restaurant, retail, event venue, and an annual billfish tournament to tourists, residents, and private groups.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Marina and Charter Fishing Services

NAICS

Marinas (713930), Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Water (487210), Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Water (48721), Other Marine Fishing (114119)

SIC

Fishing, Hunting And Trapping (900), Water Transportation (4400), Services-Miscellaneous Equipment Rental & Leasing (7350)

akta.pro primary industry

Fishing Charters & Angling Experiences (Deep Sea, Sportfishing, Fly Fishing) (THAJAJAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Fishing & Angling Charters / Guides (THAAALAD), Sightseeing & Scenic Boat Tours (Harbor, Sunset, Dolphin/Whale Watching) (THAJAJAA), Marine Wildlife & Birding Cruises (dolphins, seals, seabirds) (THAAAIAD)

Keywords

• Fishing charter services
• Marina operations
• Dry boat storage
• Waterfront dining
• Boating excursions

Headquarters

HQ city

Orange Beach

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Fishing Charter Services: Zeke's Landing generates primary revenue from charter fishing services, offering inshore and offshore private and shared fishing charters. Charter types include half-day, full-day, and multi-day offshore trips ranging from 4 to 72 hours. Pricing varies by boat, duration, and passenger capacity, with private charters commanding premium rates and shared/expense-split trips offered at per-person rates. Additional fees include fish cleaning ($0.30/lb), deckhand gratuity (18-20%), and fuel surcharges on certain trips.
2. Cruise and Excursion Services: Revenue from non-fishing water excursions including sunset cruises, dolphin cruises, tiki boat cruises (Cruisin' Tikis), and bachelor/bachelorette party charters. Pricing is per-person or private charter flat rates depending on the experience.
3. Jet Ski Rentals (via A2Z Powersport): Jet ski rental revenue is generated through A2Z Powersport, a third-party operator operating at Zeke's Marina. Rental rates range from $150/hour to $350 for 4 hours, with all-inclusive pricing (tax, fuel, fees included).
4. Dry Boat Storage: Zeke's Marina operates a dry storage facility with capacity for 220 boats. Pricing starts at $16.50 per foot (overall boat length). The facility includes indoor and outdoor storage racks, freshwater engine flushing, power washing, and 24/7 security.
5. Waterfront Restaurant (Zeke's Restaurant): Zeke's Restaurant operates on-site at the marina, serving fresh, locally sourced seafood with indoor and outdoor waterfront seating. Open daily from 11am to 10pm. Reservations managed via OpenTable.
6. Dock Store Retail: The Dock Store is a coastal boutique retail shop selling fashion, accessories, gifts, and everyday essentials. Also stocks boating and fishing supplies including bait, ice, drinks, snacks, sunscreen, hats, coolers, and Zeke's branded apparel. Open daily 6am-9:30pm.
7. Tournament Sponsorships and Fees: The annual Charter Boat Billfish Tournament generates revenue through boat entry fees and sponsorship packages from local and regional businesses (e.g., United-Johnson Brothers of Alabama and Mississippi, M&N of Alabama LLC, Orange Beach Boat Sales, Charlie's Diesel & Marine, Patagonia, Davison Oil, Ice Plant Inc., and others).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Zeke's Landing Marina operates the largest charter fishing fleet on the Alabama Gulf Coast with over 50 boats, providing inshore and offshore fishing charters (private, shared, and party boat), sunset and dolphin cruises, tiki boat experiences, and jet ski rentals. The full-service marina also offers indoor and outdoor dry boat storage for up to 220 vessels, an on-site waterfront seafood restaurant, a coastal retail dock store, an event venue, and an annual billfish fishing tournament. Customers book directly through the company's website, by phone, or in person at the Orange Beach, Alabama marina.

Product overview

Zeke's Landing & Marina operates as a full-service coastal recreation company offering the largest charter fishing fleet on Alabama's Gulf Coast with over 50 boats. The portfolio includes inshore and offshore fishing charters, party boat fishing, shared expense deep sea trips, wildlife cruises (dolphin and sunset), and jet ski rentals. Supporting operations include dry boat storage, a dock store retail boutique, waterfront restaurant, and event venue. The company also hosts an annual Charter Boat Billfish Tournament.

Differentiator

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Products and services

• Inshore Fishing Charters Private back bay and shoreline fishing trips accommodating 4-6 passengers aboard center console boats, ideal for families with small children or those prone to seasickness. Trip durations range from 2 to 8 hours, with fish cleaning included and captain tip customary.
• Offshore Fishing Charters Deep sea fishing excursions ranging from 4 to 72 hours targeting snapper, grouper, tuna, marlin, and other Gulf species, offered via a fleet of over 50 vessels. Pricing varies significantly by boat and duration, with examples from $900 to $5,000+ depending on vessel.
• Zeke's Lady Party Boat Fishing Charters 65-foot Bonner party fishing boat offering daily walk-on trips and private charters for up to 45 passengers, specializing in bottom fishing for Vermillion and Red Snapper. Walk-on rates from $95 (child) to $125 (adult); private charters from $4,500 (6-hour) to $6,000 (8-hour). Everything (bait, tackle, rods, reels, licenses) included.
• Shared Expense Deep Sea Fishing Cost-sharing deep sea fishing trips for 6 to 15 passengers at reduced per-person rates, with excursion lengths from 6 to 36 hours. Pricing ranges from $250 to $1,000 per person depending on duration, allowing small groups of 4 or fewer to share with other parties.
• Sea Hunter Offshore Charter 62-foot Resmondo offshore charter captained by Alex McDuffie, featuring Starlink WiFi, A/C cabin, and overnight trip capabilities for up to 26 passengers. Charter rates start at $2,850 for 6-hour trips and extend to 44-hour multi-day expeditions.
• Big Adventure Offshore Charter 58-foot charter captained by Bryan Daniels Jr., accommodating up to 38 passengers with amenities including satellite TV, A/C, and full kitchen facilities for extended offshore fishing trips.
• Zeke's Tiki Queen (Floating Tiki Bar Cruise) Floating tiki bar bay cruise accommodating up to 18 passengers, offering wildlife viewing for dolphins, manatees, and coastal birds. Shared bay cruises from $50/person; private bay cruises from $500; private sunset cruises from $1,200-$1,500. BYOB welcome.
• Sunset Cruise Private 2.5-hour sunset cruise for up to 6 passengers aboard a 28-foot Parker with cabin and bathroom. The cruise starts in Cotton Bayou, heads down Old River, and around Ono Island. Pricing is $600 flat rate for private charter; cooler with ice provided; no glass bottles allowed.
• Dolphin Cruise 1.5-hour narrated dolphin viewing cruise operated by Dolphin Tales, a female-owned operator celebrating 10 years in business, using a pink boat with restroom and shaded deck. Adults (13+) $25; Children 2-12 $16; Infants (0-1, with 4 adult tickets) $12. Operated via partnership arrangement at Zeke's Marina.
• Cruisin' Tikis Tiki-style boat cruise for up to 6 passengers. 1.5-hour bay cruise $65; 1.5-hour sunset cruise $70; 3-hour island cruise $85. BYOB welcome; glass bottles allowed.
• Jet Ski Rentals

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 50 professional charter boats available, the largest fleet on the Gulf Coast
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration2 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• United-Johnson Brothers of Alabama and Mississippi, LLCminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 August 2025The Grander Sponsor of the 2025 Charter Boat Billfish Tournament, providing financial and marketing support for the annual fishing tournament.
• M&N of Alabama LLCminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 August 2025Marlin Sponsor of the 2025 Charter Boat Billfish Tournament.
• ReesemmminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 August 2025Tuna Sponsor of the 2025 Charter Boat Billfish Tournament.
• Orange Beach Boat SalesminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 August 2025Tuna Sponsor of the 2025 Charter Boat Billfish Tournament. Also operates adjacent to Zeke's Landing as a boat sales business.
• Charlie's Diesel & Marine, Inc.minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 August 2025Tuna Sponsor of the 2025 Charter Boat Billfish Tournament. Marine service company serving the coastal boating community.
• PatagoniaminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 August 2025Tuna Sponsor of the 2025 Charter Boat Billfish Tournament.
• The Port at Zeke's (Event Venue)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 August 2025The Port is a newly renovated event venue located at Zeke's Marina, serving as the venue for the tournament awards ceremony and other events. It is operated as a related brand within the Zeke's ecosystem.
• Dockside GuideminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 August 2025Companion Sponsor of the 2025 Charter Boat Billfish Tournament. Nautical-themed media and guide company.
• Frank & Co JewelersminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 August 2025Companion Sponsor of the 2025 Charter Boat Billfish Tournament.
• Orange Beach Vessel ManagementminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 August 2025Companion Sponsor of the 2025 Charter Boat Billfish Tournament.
• Dolphin TalesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerDolphin Tales is a female-owned dolphin cruise operator celebrating 10 years in business, operating a pink boat with a restroom and shaded deck. Their cruises are offered as part of the Zeke's Landing activity lineup. Owner: Tabitha Bowers. Cruises include dolphin viewing, narrated sightseeing, and island adventures.
• A2Z PowersportminorGTM or Marketing PartnerA2Z Powersport is a jet ski rental operator located at Zeke's Marina (past Zeke's Shop). They offer state-of-the-art Yamaha jet ski rentals starting at $150/hour for up to 3 passengers. All pricing includes tax, fuel, and fees. Check-in is on the water past Zeke's Shop.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Legendary Marine: Destin/Pensacola area boat dealer and marina operator with charter and storage services on the Florida Panhandle Gulf Coast. Comparable business model and customer base, operating in a neighboring but non-overlapping regional market.
• Harborwalk Village Marina: Destin, FL integrated marina, fishing charter hub, shopping, and dining destination. Closely comparable integrated tourism/recreation model on the Florida Panhandle, but in a different geography from Zeke's Alabama location.
• Galveston Yacht Basin: Galveston, TX full-service marina offering slips, fuel, and charter bookings. Comparable marina + charter operating model, but serves the Texas Gulf Coast leisure market rather than the Alabama Gulf Coast.

Direct peers

• SanRoc Cay Marina: Waterfront marina and shopping/dining resort in Orange Beach, AL offering boat slips, charters, and F&B. Overlaps with Zeke's on the combined marina + dining + retail + charter value proposition in the same local market.
• Hudson Marina: Orange Beach, AL-based full-service marina offering fuel, storage, and charter bookings in the same Gulf Shores/Orange Beach tourism market as Zeke's. Directly competes for the same charter customers and storage boaters in the immediate geographic area.
• Sportsman Marina: Gulf Shores, AL marina operating charter fishing boats, dry storage, and fuel services. A direct local competitor to Zeke's in the Alabama Gulf Coast charter and storage market.
• The Wharf Marina: Marina and entertainment complex in Orange Beach, AL featuring charter fishing, dining, retail, and amphitheater — a directly comparable integrated tourism/recreation operation competing with Zeke's for the same visitor spend on the Alabama Gulf Coast.
• Buccaneer Yacht Club: Orange Beach, AL marina with boat slips, fuel, and access to charter services. Direct local peer competing for transient boaters, storage customers, and charter bookings in the same Perdido Pass corridor.

Emerging players

• GetMyBoat: Peer-to-peer boat rental and charter booking platform. Represents the digital-native, marketplace-driven model of charter and watercraft booking that competes for the same end-customer booking dollars as Zeke's direct-to-consumer charter business.
• Fishing Booker: Online charter fishing booking marketplace aggregating captains and operators across the Gulf Coast and beyond. Competes with Zeke's for online charter booking intent, particularly from tourists searching for Orange Beach fishing charters before they ever reach the marina's own website.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@ZekesLandingandMarina
• Facebookfacebook.com/ZekesMarina
• Instagraminstagram.com/zekesmarina/?hl=en
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/zekes-landing

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