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

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 57 live bait fishing trips in Port Isabel, and the most popular trips in the area are South Padre Island Fishing 4 Hrs guided by Zach, Bay Fishing Port Isabel guided by Jerrid, and Port Isabel 5-Hour - 25’ Majek guided by Walter.

Our guides in Port Isabel are rated a 4.86 out of 5 based on 5945 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 Isabel? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Port Isabel.

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

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

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

How much do Port Isabel live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Port Isabel can range anywhere from about $500 to $2,600, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Port Isabel is $897. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Port Isabel is $1,960.

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 Isabel?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Port Isabel is summer, and most anglers book their trips 11 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    We had the most wonderful experience with Captain Marc (and Brenda). My son and I went on a half-day excursion in Novemeber during our Thanksgiving trip and it was such a great bonding time for the two of us. Captain Marc is super generous, knowledgable and patient. We highly recommend him and his fishing guidance:). My son was particularly excited about having his trout cleaned and getting to serve it to us that evening. All around A+.

    Paula K. | November 25, 2025

    Trip: 3 Hour Quick Trip SPI

  • ★★★★★
    Heck of a time with Jerrid! Friendly outgoing guy. Highly recommend him I promise you you’ll have a good time. He knew where to go even when fishing was hard at times. Still left with a bag of trout and an awesome sized red fish.

    Dylan A. | October 11, 2025

    Trip: Bay Fishing Port Isabel

  • ★★★★★
    Gus was great! My son and I had a wonderful time! He was very knowledgeable and helpful. If you’re looking for Someone that knows these waters and where the fish are at.. he’s your man !!

    Mike H. | October 11, 2025

    Trip: South Padre Shallows - 24’ Carolina

  • ★★★★★
    Mr. Heath gave us a great experience! We left early and got to see the sunrise which is what we waned and we got on some fish early. Heath was very professional and respectful and was an awesome captain, we even caught some jack crevalle!

    Isaac | August 16, 2025

    Trip: Laguna Madre Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent trip. They really worked to get us fish. The Captain and mate were super. I have fished all over world and many gulf trips. This was the best

    Kelly S. | August 13, 2025

    Trip: South Padre Island Deep Sea

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