Bodes Bay Fishing

Laguna Vista, Texas
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Walter Bode

Independent Guide 35 years of exp.
Captain Walter of South Padre Island, Texas is an expert with over 20 years of experience. Captain Walter has developed an intimate knowledge of these waters and offers productive Laguna Madre bay fishing charters at competitive rates.

If you like hooking into Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder, and Black Drum, the Lower Laguna Madre is an unbeatable destination for quality salt water fishing.

The blue bay waters of the Lower Laguna Madre are teeming with Redfish, Speckled Trout, and Black Drum, and Captain Walter can help you find the fish and maximize your time spent on the water regardless of skill level!

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Walter Bode

Walter Bode

Independent Guide 35 years of exp.
Captain Walter of South Padre Island, Texas is an expert with over 20 years of experience. Captain Walter has developed an intimate knowledge of these waters and offers productive Laguna Madre bay fishing charters at competitive rates.

If you like hooking into Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder, and Black Drum, the Lower Laguna Madre is an unbeatable destination for quality salt water fishing.

The blue bay waters of the Lower Laguna Madre are teeming with Redfish, Speckled Trout, and Black Drum, and Captain Walter can help you find the fish and maximize your time spent on the water regardless of skill level!

Port Isabel 5-Hour - 25’ Majek

100% (9) Port Isabel, TX 1 - 6 People 5 Hours From $500

About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Jetty, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Join Captain Walter for a great day exploring the local waters! On this action-packed adventure, you can expect to reel in some Black Drum and some Bull Redfish. These two species will put up a good fight, so be prepared. Make sure you give those hamstrings a little stretch before you hit the water. You might also run into Mangrove Snappers, Sheepshead, Snook, Fluke, and Spotted Seatrout. For these trips, Captain Walter uses a 25’...

About Your Trip

Join Captain Walter for a great day exploring the local waters!

On this action-packed adventure, you can expect to reel in some Black Drum and some Bull Redfish. These two species will put up a good fight, so be prepared. Make sure you give those hamstrings a little stretch before you hit the water. You might also run into Mangrove Snappers, Sheepshead, Snook, Fluke, and Spotted Seatrout.

For these trips, Captain Walter uses a 25’ Majek Illusion boat - a spacious vessel that can accommodate up to 6 anglers.

Captain Walter will provide rods and tackle as well as drinks. You can purchase live bait for an additional fee. Other than that, make sure you bring a valid Texas Fishing License and any food and drink of your choice.

Let your mind escape from daily responsibilities and just have fun fishing with Captain Walter!
Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Jetty, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for an additional fee.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Live Bait

Live bait is provided for an additional fee.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Flexible Cancelation

The deposit for this trip is non-refundable.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Port Isabel 5-Hour - 25’ Majek
Boat Type
Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer
Majek Illusion
Year Built
2021
Boat Length
25'

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer
Majek Illusion
Year Built
2021
Boat Length
25'
Boat Restroom
No
Engine Manufacturer
Suzuki
Total Horsepower
250
Number of Engines
1
Additional Amenities
GPS, Fishfinder, Wireless Trolling Motor, Ice Box

Recent Reviews of Bodes Bay Fishing

5.0
based on 9 reviews

Shawn

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Great fun. Captain Walter was great! Fish weren't biting too much, but we did catch some.

Shawn

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Great fun. Captain Walter was great! Fish weren't biting too much, but we did catch some.

Charles

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We had a Great time fishing with Capt. Walter! You could tell he, Really, enjoys helping fisherman enjoy a good day fishing! My son is 12 and Capt. Walter helped him and my son caught the most fish between the 3 of us in our group.

Charles

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We had a Great time fishing with Capt. Walter! You could tell he, Really, enjoys helping fisherman enjoy a good day fishing! My son is 12 and Capt. Walter helped him and my son caught the most fish between the 3 of us in our group.

Ricky

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Captain Walter provided a great trip and was extremely helpful. I would recommend him and use him again.

Ricky

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Captain Walter provided a great trip and was extremely helpful. I would recommend him and use him again.

Anthony

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Capt Walt did a great job getting my wife and I on fish!!!! All in all a great day of Inshore fishing catching speckled trout!!!!

Anthony

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Capt Walt did a great job getting my wife and I on fish!!!! All in all a great day of Inshore fishing catching speckled trout!!!!

Charles

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We had a great time! He put us on trout first thing. We ran out of bait, but not his fault.
He worked hard to put us on red fish, but we just didn’t find them.
My wife was thrilled at the whole experience and loved catching fish, even hard heads!

Charles

Verified Review

We had a great time! He put us on trout first thing. We ran out of bait, but not his fault.
He worked hard to put us on red fish, but we just didn’t find them.
My wife was thrilled at the whole experience and loved catching fish, even hard heads!

Potential Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on the current month (March).
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  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Mangrove Snapper
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • 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)

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Drift Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Sight Casting

Types of Fishing

Flats
Inshore
Jetty

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