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Everything to Know About Booking a Port Aransas live bait fishing charter

Why should I book a live bait fishing charter in Port Aransas with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 98 live bait fishing trips in Port Aransas, and the most popular trips in the area are 8Hr-StateWater Rig/Reef/Shrimper guided by Andrew, Coastal Bend Inshore Slam guided by Alex, and Port Aransas Inshore Fishing guided by Justin.

Our guides in Port Aransas are rated a 4.93 out of 5 based on 4734 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 Port Aransas? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Port Aransas.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common in Port Aransas?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in Port Aransas as well as inshore fishing, flats fishing, and nearshore fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Port Aransas are: 1. redfish, 2. black drum, 3. speckled trout, 4. red snapper, and 5. mahi mahi.

How much do Port Aransas live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Port Aransas can range anywhere from about $600 to $3,400, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Port Aransas is $992. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Port Aransas is $2,212.

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 Port Aransas?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Port Aransas is summer, and most anglers book their trips 24 days in advance.

Do I need a Port Aransas fishing license and what are the bag limits in Port Aransas?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    We had a blast, Corey was a great guide and the fish were delicious! It was an amazing experience and we highly recommend him.

    Ken I. | June 12, 2025

    Trip: Port Aransas Inshore Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    5 STARS Captain Corey is truly top-notch! From the moment we stepped on the boat, he made us feel welcome, safe, and excited for the day ahead. His knowledge of the water, weather, and fishing spots is outstanding — we were reeling in fish in no time. He provided great tips, top-quality gear, and a lot of laughs along the way. You can tell he’s passionate about what he does and really cares about making sure everyone has an amazing experience. We’ll definitely be booking with him again — highly recommended for anyone looking for a fun, successful fishing trip!

    Peter D. | June 11, 2025

    Trip: Port Aransas Inshore Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Corey did great with my boys! (12, 10, 8).

    Christopher C. | June 8, 2025

    Trip: Port Aransas Inshore Adventure

  • ★★★★★
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    Clint M. | June 7, 2025

    Trip: Aransas Pass Bay Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    My son and I hired Capt. Mark for a 4 hour bay fishing trip. The first few hours were very slow. My son caught a keeper trout and had a nice Red on that broke the line. We were anchored up and fishing with Live Croakers. At the end of our 4 hours, Capt. Mark asked if we would like to fish for Reds using top water baits (Zara Spooks). We agreed and Mark took us to an area that was shallow and you could see the Reds working. My son had two or three blowups on his line and I had one. None of the strikes yielded a fish. We did fish for about 7 hours and Capt. Mark worked hard to put us on the fish. At the end of the day, we only had the one keeper trout. My son and I are both experienced anglers but rarely fish salt water. We used Mark's equipment (spinning rigs) and we are more accustomed to Basit Casters. All in all we had a good time and Capt. Mark was a pleasure to fish with. We did expect to catch more fish on a guided trip but, it's called fishing for a reason. Not sure we will be doing another guided bay fishing trip in the near future, but I would give Capt. Mark another try.

    Doug M. | June 7, 2025

    Trip: Coastal Bend Live Action!

Other Fishing Techniques in Port Aransas

Hunting Techniques in Port Aransas

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

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