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Inshore Fishing in South Padre Island

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Deep Sea Fishing in South Padre Island

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35 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,925
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Deep Sea, Nearshore Fishing in South Padre Island

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Deep Sea Fishing in South Padre Island

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Target Species in South Padre Island

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Deep Sea Fishing in South Padre Island

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Inshore, Jetty, Flats in South Padre Island

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Inshore Fishing in South Padre Island

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Everything to Know About Booking a South Padre Island bottom fishing charter

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 38 bottom fishing trips in South Padre Island, and the most popular trips in the area are 1/2 day fishing adventure guided by Todd, Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip guided by Michael, and Full Day in South Padre guided by JW.

Our guides in South Padre Island are rated a 4.86 out of 5 based on 5118 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 bottom fishing guides / fishing lessons in South Padre Island? Check out our beginner and family friendly bottom fishing guides in South Padre Island.

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

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

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

How much do South Padre Island bottom fishing charters cost?

Prices for bottom fishing in South Padre Island can range anywhere from about $525 to $1,900, but the average price for a half day trip for bottom fishing in South Padre Island is $967. The average price for a full day trip for bottom fishing in South Padre Island is $1,578.

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 bottom fishing charter in South Padre Island?

The most popular season to go on a bottom fishing charter in South Padre Island is summer, and most anglers book their trips 12 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

  • ★★★★★
    A very special thank you to South Texas Elite and Captain Tyrone! Ya’ll are just fantastic! Captain Tyrone is very knowledgeable and training my daughter and I on proper fishing techniques and super fun!!!! Bonus: we caught some great eating! Thanks again, Steve & Lou

    Steve A. | July 8, 2025

    Trip: South Padre Island Bay Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Had a blast! Would book this again in a heartbeat. They knew wear to go and how to help us novices figure out how to fish properly.

    Todd M. | June 30, 2025

    Trip: 1/2 day fishing adventure

  • ★★★★★
    My family of 6 (3 teens,3 adults) booked a 6 hour deep sea fishing trip with Todd and Fernando. They were very knowledgeable and so helpful considering we had zero experience with deep sea fishing and half of us were a little sea sick. My husband and I had an amazing time. Todd knew just where you take us to get the fish and if it was a miss he'd move us along to the next spot . Fernando was so hard working and helpful with myself and the kids. I never once had to bait a hook or remove a fish. He was patient with my family and thoroughly explained how to manovour the reel and exactly what to do. There was a bathroom and air conditioned room if needed. I'd definitely book again.

    Karina H. | June 25, 2025

    Trip: 1/2 day fishing adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Captain JW and his deck hand AJ were amazing. They got us on the fish. They were very friendly and helped us in every way to create some awesome memories that will never be forgotten.

    Brian C. | June 24, 2025

    Trip: Hot Reels in South Padre

  • ★★★★★
    Fantastic trip with Cappy! He has an amazing Dargel Kat that made the experience amazing! Cappyhad is on trout and redfish at our first stop. We will book again.

    Richard H. | June 17, 2025

    Trip: Bay Fishing

Other Fishing Techniques in South Padre Island

Hunting Techniques in South Padre Island

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

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