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South Padre Island Fishing 4 Hrs

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Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty in Port Isabel

Bottom Fishing And Jigging SPI

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Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty in South Padre Island

Bottom Fishing And Jigging SPI

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33 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,275
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Inshore, Jetty, Flats in South Padre Island

Triple Delight - 3 Person Bay Trip

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24 ft 1 - 6 People From $525
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in South Padre Island

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Inshore, Flats Fishing in South Padre Island

Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip

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Inshore, Flats Fishing in South Padre Island

Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip

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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in South Padre Island

Bay Fishing

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Inshore, Jetty, Flats in South Padre Island

Triple Delight - 3 Person Bay Trip

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Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty in South Padre Island

Bottom Fishing And Jigging SPI

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Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty in Port Isabel

Bottom Fishing And Jigging SPI

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Duck Hunting in South Padre Island

Bay Duck Hunting Trip

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South Padre Island Duck Hunting

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Early Season Teal South Padre Island

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26 ft 1 - 12 People From $500
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Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty, Flats in Port Isabel

South Padre Island Dolphin Tour

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26 ft 1 - 6 People From $300
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Inshore Fishing in Port Isabel

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Cast & Blast in Port Isabel

Dove Hunting South Padre Island

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26 ft 1 - 16 People From $450
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Deep Sea Fishing in South Padre Island

1/2 Day Fishing Adventure

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38 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,200
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Deep Sea Fishing in South Padre Island

Marlin Fishing Offshore Adventure

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38 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,800
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Deep Sea Fishing in South Padre Island

Ultimate Bottom Fishing Adventure

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38 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,800

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Everything to Know About Booking a South Padre Island live bait fishing charter

What are the best live bait fishing charters in South Padre Island?

The best live bait fishing charters in South Padre Island are:

Why should I book a live bait fishing charter in South Padre Island with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 7 live bait fishing trips in South Padre Island, and the most popular trips in the area are South Padre Island fishing 4 hrs guided by Zach, Bottom Fishing and Jigging SPI guided by Jerrid, and Bottom Fishing and Jigging SPI guided by Jerrid.

Our guides in South Padre Island are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 3801 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly live bait fishing guides / fishing lessons in South Padre Island? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in South Padre Island.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common in South Padre Island?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in South Padre Island as well as flats fishing, inshore fishing, and jetty fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in South Padre Island are: 1. speckled trout, 2. snook, 3. redfish, 4. flounder, and 5. black drum.

How much do South Padre Island live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in South Padre Island can range anywhere from about $650 to $4,800, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in South Padre Island is $996. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in South Padre Island is $3,265.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for on a live bait fishing charter in South Padre Island?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in South Padre Island is spring, and most anglers book their trips 23 days in advance.

Do I need a South Padre Island fishing license and what are the bag limits in South Padre Island?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in South Padre Island, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in South Padre Island. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in South Padre Island.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Me and my family went out with captain Zach and had an awesome day. Weather wasn’t in our favour but made the best of it and landed some fish! Captain Zach was very helpful, runs good fishing gear and has a beautiful boat. Will be booking our next trip with him when we’re back in south Padre for a family vacation!

    Dallas C. | November 13, 2024

    Trip: South Padre Island fishing 4 hrs

  • ★★★★★
    Mike knew the bay very well and did his best to put us on fish. I only had two issues with the trip. It might just be his personality, but I found him to be condescending when I asked questions. I also think he fishes too much. It was like we paid to take him fishing.

    Rick M. | July 22, 2024

    Trip: Triple Delight - 3 Person Bay Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip we went on an adventure first thing to try something new and caught several fish then finished in the bay and caught a limit of trout Great experience, Mike was very patient and even gave me a ride back to my hotel

    Justin B. | June 15, 2024

    Trip: Private Snook Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent time with Captain Mike, a professional from start to finish, great with kids and inexperienced anglers.

    Carson R. | March 12, 2024

    Trip: Triple Delight - 3 Person Bay Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Mike was an awesome captain had a blast he was very knowledgeable and helpful definitely come back and go with him again 😂😂😂🎣🎣🎣

    Scott D. | February 20, 2024

    Trip: Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    My nephew and I went out with Captain Mike on Jan 27th, 2024. Captain Mike was very approachable and personable with his introduction. He set up some rigs before we left the pier which only took a few minutes. His boat is a very comfortable and nicely setup. When we arrived at the fishing location Captain Mike was very informative on what to do and how to do it. He is very patient and informative. We set up a 5-hour trip but had our limits of Red Drum and Speckled Trout in only 3 hours of fishing time. He knew exactly where to go and what to do. When we arrived back at the pier there was a very kind gentleman waiting to clean our fish for us. He will clean them any you want them. I give Captain Mike a solid 5-star review and I will return to fish with him again in the future. THANK YOU, CAPTAIN MIKE, for a fantastic time.

    David D. | January 28, 2024

    Trip: Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    During our trip, Captain Mike consistently put us on fish in multiple situations despite what I would consider fairly difficult weather conditions. He did a great job with my 12-year old son, who happily landed his first ever slot red, along with several other nice trout and redfish. We would definitely love to fish with Captain Mike again!

    Jason C. | December 7, 2023

    Trip: Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip

Other Fishing Techniques in South Padre Island

Other Hunting Techniques in South Padre Island

  • Calling
  • Decoy Hunting
  • Hunting With Dogs
  • Hunting from a Blind
  • Shotgun Hunting

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