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Hit the water with Captain Daniel and experience an action-packed day of fishing! The deep waters in the Gulf of Mexico are an excellent place to chase after some serious fish. This 8, 10, or 12-hour adventure allows you to target a wide variety of fish, such as Red Snapper (depending on the season), Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Cobia, and many more species of fish. The crew of Captain Daniel will guide you every step of the way. You will fish for big game fish, troll weed lines, and bottom fish around rocks, wrecks, and structures. The crew especially loves teaching kids and beginners everything about the different fish species available in this area, as well as fishing techniques. For these trips, Captain Daniel uses a 31' Bertram sportfisher with a capacity of 6 anglers. Powered by twin inboard Yanmar engines, she'll get you far away from land with time to spare! This sturdy vessel comes equipped with all the essential navigational gear as well as a toilet and a small cabin to make your offshore excursion as comfortable as possible. Captain Daniel will supply fuel, bait, top-of-the-line rods and reels, tackle, a cooler and ice. All you need to bring is a valid Texas Fishing License with a saltwater stamp for those over 16 years of age, food and drinks of your choice (no bananas), and comfortable life jackets if you are traveling with children. Captain Daniel will clean any keepers for you to take home. Get ready to make some memories on the water with Captain Daniel! Read More
Hit the water with Captain Daniel and experience an action-packed day of fishing! This 8, 10, or 12-hour adventure allows you to target a wide variety of fish, such as Red Snapper (depending on the season), Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Cobia, and many more species of fish. The crew of Captain Daniel will guide you every step of the way. You will fish for big game fish, troll weed lines, and bottom fish around rocks, wrecks, and structures. The crew especially loves teaching kids and beginners everything about the different fish species available in this area, as well as fishing techniques. For these trips, Captain Daniel uses a 36’ Yellow Fin providing plenty of space for your whole group to enjoy a full day on the water, including bathroom facilities, a full top cover for shade, and space for several coolers. Captain Daniel will supply fuel, bait, top-of-the-line rods and reels, tackle, and ice. All you need to bring is a valid Texas Fishing License with a saltwater stamp for those over 16 years of age, food and drinks of your choice (no bananas), and comfortable life jackets if you are traveling with children. Get ready for an unforgettable day on the water with Captain Danny! Read More
Hit the water with Captain Daniel and experience an action-packed day of fishing! This 8, 10, or 12- hour deep-water adventure allows you to target a bigger variety of fish, such as Red Snapper (depending on the season), Mahi Mahi, and Tuna. The crew of Captain Daniel will guide you every step of the way. You will fish for big game fish, troll weed lines, and bottom fish around rocks, wrecks, and structure. The crew especially loves teaching kids and beginners everything about the different fish species available in this area, as well as fishing techniques. Captain Daniel will supply fuel, bait, top-of-the-line rods and reels, tackle, and ice. All you need to bring is a valid Texas Fishing License with a saltwater stamp for those over 16 years of age, food and drinks of your choice (no bananas), and comfortable life jackets if you are traveling with children. Enjoy an incredible day on the water with Captain Daniel! Read More
Hit the water with Captain Daniel and experience an action-packed day of fishing! The deep waters in the Gulf of Mexico are an excellent place to chase after some serious fish. This 8, 10, or 12-hour adventure allows you to target a wide variety of fish, such as Red Snapper (depending on the season), Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Cobia, and many more species of fish. The crew of Captain Daniel will guide you every step of the way. You will fish for big game fish, troll weed lines, and bottom fish around rocks, wrecks, and structures. The crew especially loves teaching kids and beginners everything about the different fish species available in this area, as well as fishing techniques. For these trips, Captain Daniel uses a 31' Bertram sportfisher with a capacity of 6 anglers. Powered by twin inboard Yanmar engines, she'll get you far away from land with time to spare! This sturdy vessel comes equipped with all the essential navigational gear as well as a toilet and a small cabin to make your offshore excursion as comfortable as possible. Captain Daniel will supply fuel, bait, top-of-the-line rods and reels, tackle, a cooler and ice. All you need to bring is a valid Texas Fishing License with a saltwater stamp for those over 16 years of age, food and drinks of your choice (no bananas), and comfortable life jackets if you are traveling with children. Captain Daniel will clean any keepers for you to take home. Get ready to make some memories on the water with Captain Daniel! Read More
There you are fishing, sitting on aboard a fully furnished and mission-designed 31ft Cuddy Cabin boat with your feet propped up on the fish box. Your favorite beverage in one hand, almost lulled to sleep with the slapping waves rocking the boat and the sea breeze cooling the brow. All of a sudden, from the bridge comes the bellow “FISH ON”!!! Suddenly from the peaceful calm, you realize it is time to get down to fishing! The mate has been in fast motion moving the rods so you can get at the one with the fish. There is no doubt what rod to pick up; it’s the one bent over double and the reel screaming. Adrenaline is pumping through your body, you reach for the rod, and with a little struggle, you remove it from the holder. You cram the fishing rod into the fighting belt that is strapped around your waist. Getting your body square to the fish and leaning into the padded stern, your desire to overpower the fish and become the victor has begun! This could be your experience when you head out with Captain Chad aboard his fantastic 31ft Cuddy Cabin built explicitly for running badass offshore trips out of Port Aransas. Offshore fishing in the Gulf of Mexico offers some of the most exciting sport fishing in the world, and this 8 hour trip provides an awesome opportunity to catch a variety of fish species like snapper, wahoo, shark, sailfish,amberjack, blackfin tuna, mahi-mahi, and whatever else you and Captain Chad can find out there! Based in Port Aransas, and with the right boat for the job, Captain Chad is able to get to blue water quickly. This means you spend more time trolling, deep dropping and sight fishing, and less time riding to and fro. Bait, fuel, and water are provided on all trips. All you need to bring is your sunscreen, sunglasses, food, BYOB, a cooler for fish transport, and any special items you need aboard an 8 hour trip! Read More
Hit the water with Captain Daniel and experience an action-packed day of fishing! The deep waters in the Gulf of Mexico are an excellent place to chase after some serious fish. This 8, 10, or 12-hour adventure allows you to target a wide variety of fish, such as Red Snapper (depending on the season), Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Cobia, and many more species of fish. The crew of Captain Daniel will guide you every step of the way. You will fish for big game fish, troll weed lines, and bottom fish around rocks, wrecks, and structures. The crew especially loves teaching kids and beginners everything about the different fish species available in this area, as well as fishing techniques. For these trips, Captain Daniel uses a 44' Tiarra with a capacity of 6 anglers. Powered by twin inboard Desiel engines, she'll get you far away from land with time to spare! This sturdy vessel comes equipped with all the essential navigational gear as well as a toilet and a small cabin to make your offshore excursion as comfortable as possible. Captain Daniel will supply fuel, bait, top-of-the-line rods and reels, tackle, a cooler and ice. All you need to bring is a valid Texas Fishing License with a saltwater stamp for those over 16 years of age, food and drinks of your choice (no bananas), and comfortable life jackets if you are traveling with children. Captain Daniel will clean any keepers for you to take home. Get ready to make some memories on the water with Captain Daniel! Read More
Everything to Know About Booking a Corpus Christi mahi mahi fishing charter
What are the best mahi mahi fishing charters in Corpus Christi?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 19 mahi mahi trips in Corpus Christi, and the most popular trips in the area are Baffin / Laguna Madre Trip guided by Kevin, Texas Gulf Coast Fishing guided by Michael, and 6hr Offshore Reefs & Wreckjs guided by Andrew.
Our guides in Corpus Christi are rated a 4.89 out of 5 based on 2565 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.
All guides on Captain Experiences are licensed, insured, and 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.
Another popular city nearby for booking a Mahi Mahi charter is Port Aransas.
Looking for kid friendly mahi mahi guides / fishing lessons in Corpus Christi? Check out our beginner and family friendly mahi mahi guides in Corpus Christi.
What types of mahi mahi fishing charters are common in Corpus Christi?
Deep Sea fishing is the most popular for mahi mahi in Corpus Christi as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and flats fishing.
The most common fishing techniques in Corpus Christi are trolling, bottom fishing, and jigging but light tackle fishing and heavy tackle fishing are popular as well.
How much do Corpus Christi mahi mahi fishing charters cost?
for mahi mahi in Corpus Christi prices can range anywhere from about $1,350 to $3,500, but the average price for a half day trip for mahi mahi in Corpus Christi is $1,483. The average price for a full day trip for mahi mahi in Corpus Christi is $2,533.
What month is best for mahi mahi fishing in Corpus Christi?
The most popular season for mahi mahi fishing in Corpus Christi is summer, and most anglers book their trips 38 days in advance.
Do I need a Corpus Christi fishing license for mahi mahi and what are the bag limits for mahi mahi in Corpus Christi?
See here for more information on fishing licenses in Corpus Christi, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Corpus Christi. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Corpus Christi.
What is mahi mahi fishing in Corpus Christi all about?
Mahi mahi, also known as dorado or dolphin fish, are a prized species among anglers in Corpus Christi for their vibrant colors, acrobatic displays, and delicious taste. These pelagic fish are commonly found offshore in warm waters, making Corpus Christi an ideal location for targeting them. During the summer months, from May through September, mahi mahi migrate into the offshore waters of the Gulf of Mexico, where they are often found around floating debris, weed lines, and offshore structures.
Anglers in Corpus Christi employ a variety of techniques to target mahi mahi, including trolling, casting, and live bait fishing. Trolling is a popular method, with anglers trailing a spread of rigged baits or artificial lures behind the boat to entice strikes from mahi mahi. Anglers often target areas with floating debris, such as logs, seaweed, or patches of sargassum, where mahi mahi are known to congregate in search of food and shelter.
Another effective technique for targeting mahi mahi in Corpus Christi is casting or pitching baits or lures around floating debris or weed lines. Mahi mahi are known to be aggressive feeders and will readily strike a well-presented bait or lure. Anglers can use a variety of artificial lures, such as plugs, spoons, or soft plastic baits, as well as live baitfish or squid. With its abundance of offshore waters and productive fishing grounds, Corpus Christi offers anglers the opportunity for exciting and rewarding mahi mahi fishing experiences.
What are the most popular months to fish for mahi mahi in Corpus Christi?
In Corpus Christi, the seasons for mahi mahi fishing typically coincide with warmer months when these pelagic fish migrate into the Gulf of Mexico's offshore waters. The prime season for targeting mahi mahi in Corpus Christi generally spans from late spring through early fall, particularly from May to September. During this period, water temperatures rise, and mahi mahi migrate closer to the coast, following schools of baitfish and seeking out warmer waters.
During the summer months, from June to August, mahi mahi fishing in Corpus Christi reaches its peak. This is when these colorful fish are most abundant in the offshore waters, particularly around floating debris, weed lines, and offshore structures. Anglers can expect to encounter schools of mahi mahi while trolling, casting, or live bait fishing in areas where these fish are known to congregate, providing ample opportunities for exciting catches and memorable fishing experiences.
As the fall season approaches, mahi mahi begin to migrate away from the Gulf of Mexico's waters, heading towards warmer climates. While mahi mahi can still be found offshore in Corpus Christi during the early fall months, their numbers may begin to dwindle as water temperatures cool. However, anglers can still encounter mahi mahi in the offshore waters of Corpus Christi until around September, providing opportunities for late-season fishing adventures before the fish move on to other regions. Overall, the mahi mahi season in Corpus Christi offers anglers a window of opportunity to target these prized fish during the warmer months when they are most abundant in the area's offshore waters.
What techniques are popular for catching mahi mahi in Corpus Christi?
In Corpus Christi, anglers employ various fishing techniques to target mahi mahi, offering exciting opportunities for both novice and experienced fishermen alike. Trolling is a popular method for mahi mahi fishing in Corpus Christi, especially when targeting these pelagic fish offshore. Anglers typically troll a spread of rigged baits or artificial lures behind the boat while covering a wide area of water. Mahi mahi are attracted to movement and are often found around floating debris, weed lines, and offshore structures, making trolling an effective way to entice strikes from these fish.
Casting or pitching baits and lures around floating debris, weed lines, or offshore structures is another productive technique for targeting mahi mahi in Corpus Christi. Anglers can use a variety of artificial lures, such as plugs, spoons, or soft plastic baits, to mimic the movements of baitfish and attract the attention of mahi mahi. Live bait fishing is also effective, with anglers presenting live baitfish or squid around areas where mahi mahi are known to congregate. This technique can yield exciting strikes from mahi mahi and offers anglers the chance to experience the thrill of battling these acrobatic fish.
Additionally, sight fishing for mahi mahi is possible in Corpus Christi, particularly when fishing around weed lines, floating debris, or other surface structures where mahi mahi may be feeding. Anglers can use polarized sunglasses to spot mahi mahi cruising near the surface, then carefully present baits or lures to entice strikes. Sight fishing for mahi mahi requires keen observation and precise casting but can result in thrilling encounters and memorable catches. With its diverse range of fishing techniques, Corpus Christi provides anglers with ample opportunities to target mahi mahi and enjoy the excitement of offshore fishing adventures.
What other species are popular in Corpus Christi?
Aside from mahi mahi, Corpus Christi offers a diverse range of species for anglers to target, providing opportunities for exciting fishing experiences throughout the year. One popular species among anglers is redfish, also known as red drum, which can be found in the area's bays, flats, and marshes. These hard-fighting fish are known for their aggressive strikes and are often targeted using a variety of techniques such as sight casting with artificial lures or live bait fishing around structure.
Another sought-after species in Corpus Christi is speckled trout, which inhabit the shallow waters of bays, estuaries, and grass flats. Speckled trout are known for their beautiful colors and tasty flesh, making them a favorite among anglers. Fishing for speckled trout can be productive year-round, with anglers using techniques such as drift fishing with live bait or casting artificial lures along grassy shorelines and oyster beds.
In addition to redfish and speckled trout, anglers in Corpus Christi can target a variety of offshore species such as kingfish, tuna, and snapper. Kingfish, also known as king mackerel, are prized for their speed and fighting ability and can be caught using trolling or live bait fishing techniques offshore. Tuna species such as blackfin tuna are also abundant in the Gulf of Mexico waters off Corpus Christi and provide thrilling fishing opportunities for anglers targeting larger pelagic species. Additionally, bottom fishing for snapper species such as red snapper and vermilion snapper can be productive offshore, offering anglers the chance to reel in delicious table fare. With its rich diversity of fish species and productive fishing grounds, Corpus Christi provides anglers with plenty of options for memorable fishing adventures.
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Other Fishing Species in Corpus Christi
- Almaco Jack
- Amberjack
- Barracuda
- Black Drum
- Black Grouper
- Blackfin Tuna
- Blacktip Shark
- Blue Marlin
- Bonito
- Bonnethead Shark
- Bull Shark
- Cobia
- Flounder
- Hammerhead Shark
- Jack Crevalle
- Kingfish
- Lane Snapper
- Mangrove Snapper
- Red Snapper
- Redfish
- Sailfish
- Scamp Grouper
- Sheepshead
- Skipjack Tuna
- Snook
- Spanish Mackerel
- Speckled Trout
- Stingray
- Tarpon
- Tiger Shark
- Tilefish
- Tripletail
- Vermillion Snapper
- Wahoo
- White Marlin
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