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Into The Depths- Captain Daniel

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36 ft 1 - 6 People $$$
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Captain Daniel's Fish Frenzy

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Port A Rod-Bending Action

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31 ft 1 - 6 People $$$
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Port Aransas State Water Offshore

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22 ft 1 - 4 People $$
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Port A Offshore - 31' Bertram

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31 ft 1 - 6 People $$$
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Port A Offshore - 36' Twin Vee

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36 ft 1 - 6 People $$$

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trip description for Epic Deep Sea Fishing in Port Aransas

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

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Epic Deep Sea Fishing

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36 ft 1 - 6 People $$$
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trip description for Port A Offshore - 44' Tiarra in Port Aransas

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

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Port A Offshore - 44' Tiarra

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44 ft 1 - 6 People $$$
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trip description for Port A Deep Sea - 38' Bertram in Port Aransas

There you are fishing, sitting on aboard a fully furnished and mission-designed 38 ft Sportfishing Express 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 Hunter aboard the fantastic 38ft Sport Express 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 6 hour trip provides an awesome opportunity to catch a variety of fish species like snapper, wahoo, shark, sailfish, yellowfin tuna, amberjack, blackfin tuna, mahi-mahi, and whatever else you and Captain Hunter can find out there! Based in Port Aransas, and with the right boat for the job, Captain Hunter 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 a 6 hour trip! Read More

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Port A Deep Sea - 38' Bertram

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38 ft 1 - 6 People $$$
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trip description for Port Aransas Offshore Excursion in Port Aransas

Embark on an unforgettable 8-hour adventure with Captain Jack! On this trip, you'll go offshore to chase some of Texas' most popular sportfish while enjoying amazing, wide-open views of the Gulf of Mexico! Captain Jack will use his 45+ years of experience to take you where the fish are biting. You can expect to fish within a 40-nautical mile radius of Port Aransas, targeting Kingfish, Mahi Mahi, Cobia, and more! You will be fishing from Captain Jack’s sleek 42’ Bertram, which is powered by twin 450 HP Cummins engines. The boat’s interior is air-conditioned and spacious and she also contains a full-sized bathroom. If you like a view, you’ll enjoy riding up in the boat’s spacious flybridge! Captain Jack will provide the rods and reels, bait, and tackle. You must bring a valid Texas Fishing License with a saltwater stamp, food and drinks (no glass). These trips can host up to six people, so bring some good company! Get ready for a monster day on the water with Captain Jack! Read More

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Port Aransas Offshore Excursion

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42 ft 1 - 6 People $$$
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trip description for Port A Offshore Super Slam in Port Aransas

If a line-peeling, drag-screaming offshore trip is what you're after, you're in the right place! Captain Scott is a pro when it comes to offshore fishing in Port Aransas, Texas, and he loves to show clients what's out there in the deep blue. On an offshore charter with Captain Scott, you'll hunt down a variety of sportfish species, including Mahi-Mahi, Tuna, and Wahoo—all terrific fighting fish that are great to eat as well. Because these fish love to hit fast-moving lures and bait, you'll focus on trolling at different depths in order to attract bites. When a big Mahi or Wahoo takes the hook, strap in for a fight! These are lightning-fast pelagic fish that do not want to get caught, and getting one over the rail is a challenge. You'll fight the fish from Captain Scott's 42' Hatteras sportfisher, a perfect vessel for offshore fishing. She features a comfortable cabin when you want to get out of the sun, plus a big deck with tons of room for reeling in a trophy! Captain Scott will provide everything you need for an epic trip, including rods, reels, baits, and tackle. We recommend that you bring proper clothing, a hat, sunscreen, and a cooler with some snacks and drinks. Get out there and hook a personal best! Read More

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Port A Offshore Super Slam

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42 ft 1 - 6 People $$$
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trip description for Port A  Deep Sea Reel Fisher in Port Aransas

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

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Port A Deep Sea Reel Fisher

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31 ft 1 - 6 People $$$
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Everything to Know About Booking a Port Aransas mahi mahi fishing charter

What are the best mahi mahi fishing charters in Port Aransas?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 19 mahi mahi trips in Port Aransas, and the most popular trips in the area are Into the Depths- Captain Daniel guided by Danny, Captain Daniel's Fish Frenzy guided by Danny, and Port A Rod-Bending Action guided by Danny.

Our guides in Port Aransas 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 Corpus Christi.

Looking for kid friendly mahi mahi guides / fishing lessons in Port Aransas? Check out our beginner and family friendly mahi mahi guides in Port Aransas.

What types of mahi mahi fishing charters are common in Port Aransas?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular for mahi mahi in Port Aransas as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and flats fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Port Aransas are trolling, bottom fishing, and jigging but light tackle fishing and heavy tackle fishing are popular as well.

How much do Port Aransas mahi mahi fishing charters cost?

for mahi mahi in Port Aransas prices can range anywhere from about $1,350 to $3,500, but the average price for a half day trip for mahi mahi in Port Aransas is $1,483. The average price for a full day trip for mahi mahi in Port Aransas is $2,533.

What month is best for mahi mahi fishing in Port Aransas?

The most popular season for mahi mahi fishing in Port Aransas is summer, and most anglers book their trips 38 days in advance.

Do I need a Port Aransas fishing license for mahi mahi and what are the bag limits for mahi mahi 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.

What is mahi mahi fishing in Port Aransas all about?

Mahi mahi, also known as dolphin fish or dorado, are prized game fish found in the offshore waters near Port Aransas, Texas. These vibrant and acrobatic fish are known for their dazzling colors, impressive speed, and aggressive strikes, making them a favorite among anglers. Mahi mahi inhabit the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico and are commonly found around offshore structures, weed lines, and floating debris. Their presence in the waters off Port Aransas provides anglers with exciting opportunities for offshore fishing adventures.

Anglers targeting mahi mahi in Port Aransas often employ a variety of techniques to entice strikes from these fast-moving predators. One effective method is trolling, where anglers deploy rigged baits or lures behind the boat and cruise along weed lines or offshore structures where mahi mahi are known to congregate. Anglers may also use brightly colored lures or baits to mimic the vibrant colors of the mahi mahi's natural prey, increasing their chances of attracting strikes. Trolling allows anglers to cover a large area of water and locate feeding mahi mahi, providing an exhilarating fishing experience in the offshore waters of Port Aransas.

In addition to trolling, anglers can also target mahi mahi by casting to floating debris or weed lines where these fish are often found. Mahi mahi are opportunistic feeders and are attracted to floating objects such as driftwood, seaweed, or flotsam, where baitfish and other prey species may gather. Anglers can cast live bait, artificial lures, or even flies to entice strikes from mahi mahi around floating objects, providing a thrilling and visually exciting fishing experience. With their stunning colors, impressive aerial displays, and delicious fillets, mahi mahi are a prized catch for anglers fishing in the waters off Port Aransas.

What are the most popular months to fish for mahi mahi fishing in Port Aransas?

In Port Aransas, Texas, mahi mahi, also known as dolphin fish or dorado, exhibit seasonal patterns that influence their presence and abundance in the offshore waters. The prime season for targeting mahi mahi in Port Aransas typically occurs during the warmer months, from late spring through early fall. As temperatures rise, mahi mahi become more active and migrate closer to the coast, providing anglers with excellent opportunities to encounter these vibrant and fast-moving game fish.

Late spring and summer, particularly from May to August, mark the peak season for mahi mahi fishing in Port Aransas. During these months, mahi mahi are abundant in the offshore waters near Port Aransas, where they gather around weed lines, floating debris, and offshore structures in search of prey. Anglers targeting mahi mahi during this time often find success trolling with rigged baits or lures along weed lines or near offshore platforms, where these fish are known to congregate.

While mahi mahi can be found in the waters off Port Aransas throughout the year, their presence may vary depending on factors such as water temperature, currents, and prey availability. During the cooler months, mahi mahi may migrate offshore or move to deeper waters in search of warmer temperatures and suitable habitat. However, with the onset of warmer weather in spring, mahi mahi return to the nearshore and offshore waters of Port Aransas, providing anglers with exciting opportunities for offshore fishing adventures against the backdrop of the Gulf of Mexico.

What techniques are popular for catching mahi mahi fishing in Port Aransas?

In Port Aransas, Texas, anglers employ various techniques to target mahi mahi, also known as dolphin fish or dorado, in the offshore waters of the Gulf of Mexico. One effective technique for mahi mahi fishing in Port Aransas is trolling. Anglers troll with rigged baits or lures behind the boat while cruising along weed lines, floating debris, or offshore structures where mahi mahi are known to congregate. Brightly colored lures or baits resembling the vibrant hues of mahi mahi's natural prey are often used to attract strikes from these fast-moving predators. Trolling allows anglers to cover a large area of water and locate feeding mahi mahi, providing an exhilarating fishing experience in the offshore waters of Port Aransas.

Another popular technique for targeting mahi mahi in Port Aransas is casting to floating debris or weed lines where these fish are commonly found. Mahi mahi are attracted to floating objects such as driftwood, seaweed, or flotsam, where baitfish and other prey species may gather. Anglers can cast live bait, artificial lures, or even flies to entice strikes from mahi mahi around floating objects. This method allows anglers to visually spot the mahi mahi and accurately cast to them, resulting in exciting hookups and memorable fishing experiences.

In addition to trolling and casting, anglers can also target mahi mahi by deploying live bait such as small fish or squid around offshore structures or weed lines. Mahi mahi are voracious feeders and readily strike live bait presented in their feeding zone. Anglers may also use chumming techniques to attract mahi mahi to the boat, creating a scent trail with fish oil, blood, and fish parts. Whether trolling, casting, or deploying live bait, anglers in Port Aransas can enjoy the thrill of targeting mahi mahi amidst the scenic beauty of the Gulf of Mexico.

What other species are popular in Port Aransas?

Aside from mahi mahi, Port Aransas offers anglers a diverse range of species to target, making it a prime destination for fishing enthusiasts. One popular species to catch in the waters off Port Aransas is the red snapper. These prized game fish inhabit the reefs and offshore structures in the Gulf of Mexico and provide anglers with exciting battles and delicious fillets. Red snapper fishing in Port Aransas typically peaks during the summer months when these fish are most abundant, offering anglers the opportunity to reel in trophy-sized catches while enjoying the beauty of the Gulf waters.

Another sought-after species in Port Aransas is the king mackerel, also known as kingfish. These fast-swimming predators are commonly found near offshore structures, weed lines, and artificial reefs, where they prey on smaller fish and squid. Anglers targeting king mackerel in Port Aransas often troll with live bait or artificial lures to entice strikes from these powerful fish. King mackerel fishing in Port Aransas provides anglers with thrilling battles and the chance to reel in impressive catches while exploring the offshore waters of the Gulf.

In addition to red snapper and king mackerel, Port Aransas offers anglers the opportunity to target species such as grouper, amberjack, cobia, and wahoo, among others. Whether fishing inshore along the reefs or venturing offshore to deeper waters, anglers in Port Aransas can enjoy a wide range of fishing experiences year-round. With its rich marine biodiversity, scenic coastal landscapes, and abundant fishing opportunities, Port Aransas is a premier destination for anglers looking to reel in a diverse array of species and create unforgettable fishing memories.

Recent Reviews of Captain Experiences

  • ★★★★★
    Corey was AMAZING! We had a great time, and caught lots of fish!

    Britny P. with Corey B. of Port Aransas, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    We did not have a good experience. The seas were very rough, we got sea sick, completely drenched and my husband fell out of his wheelchair when the boat hit a big wave at about mile 13 or 14. He was stayed seated on the floor of the boat as we attempted to continue out. After about 1.5 hours, we were less than 20 miles out, we decided to ask the captain to turn around.

    Gabriel D. with Danny D. of Port Aransas, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Had an awesome trip with Hunter and Jacob. Started slow, but quickly ramped up and we were on Kingfish and Cuda for hours!

    Christopher N. with Ron W. of Port Aransas, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip with James (AKA Grandpa) seas were a little rough but that's too be expected. Had a Member of our group get very ill and not only was James's first thought his safety but we cut our trip short and he even discounted the fees. Very thankful and will use them again. I can't put the review in and not mention Daryl, his mate, as well. To notch crew!!

    Jason L. with Danny D. of Port Aransas, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Absolute best first time trip! Our captain, and his deckhand were fantastic, and really knew how make a good joke :) all around an enjoyable time.

    Macrae A. with Danny D. of Port Aransas, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    3 of us joined Kevin on an 8 hour bay fishing trip and had a fantastic time, Kevin was knowledgeable, helpful and able to get us on some great fish. Will definitely be using him in the future and would recommend him as well!

    Dalton F. with Kevin G. of Corpus Christi, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    And amazing time, nailed the fish and the crew was amazing, helped with my 6 year old on his first trip.

    James B. with Ron W. of Port Aransas, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent. 4 great Wahoo and lots of snapper great guys. Loved it.

    Chuck G. with Danny D. of Port Aransas, Texas

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