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Deep Sea Fishing Charter in South Padre Island

South Padre Island Deep Sea

94% (16) Guided by Emilio
35 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,380
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in South Padre Island

Full Day In South Padre

100% (6) Guided by JW
35 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,925
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea Fishing Charter in South Padre Island

Luxury Offshore Fishing

100% (6) Guided by JW
35 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,310
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty Fishing Charter in South Padre Island

Bottom Fishing And Jigging SPI

NEW Guided by Jerrid
33 ft 1 - 12 People From $650
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Jetty, Flats Fishing Charter in South Padre Island

Fun Family Fishing At SPI

100% (11) Guided by Mike
24 ft 1 - 8 People From $525
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty, Flats Fishing Charter in South Padre Island

Laguna Madre Hookfest

NEW Guided by Kevin
21 ft 1 - 8 People From $500
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More Jigging Charters In South Padre Island, Tx

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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in South Padre Island

Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip

100% (11) Guided by Mike
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $525
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
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Inshore Fishing Charter in South Padre Island

SPI Bay Fishing Adventure

NEW Guided by Matthew
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $375
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter near South Padre Island

Laguna Madre Shallows Trip

89% (9) Guided by Ruben
26 ft 1 - 6 People From $475
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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty, Flats Fishing Charter near South Padre Island

South Padre Island Fishing 4 Hrs

100% (1) Guided by Zach
26 ft 1 - 8 People From $450
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Deep Sea, Nearshore, Jetty Fishing Charter near South Padre Island

Bottom Fishing And Jigging SPI

NEW Guided by Jerrid
33 ft 1 - 12 People From $650
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter near South Padre Island

SPI's Most Popular Trip

100% (1) Guided by Gary
24 ft 1 - 12 People From $475
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Everything to Know About Booking a South Padre Island jigging charter

What are the best jigging charters in South Padre Island?

The best jigging charters in South Padre Island are:

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 13 jigging trips in South Padre Island, and the most popular trips in the area are South Padre Island Deep Sea guided by Emilio, Full Day in South Padre guided by JW, and Luxury Offshore Fishing guided by JW.

Our guides in South Padre Island are rated a 4.73 out of 5 based on 3716 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 jigging guides / fishing lessons in South Padre Island? Check out our beginner and family friendly jigging guides in South Padre Island.

What types of jigging charters are common in South Padre Island?

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

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

How much do South Padre Island jigging fishing charters cost?

Prices for jigging in South Padre Island can range anywhere from about $553 to $3,200, but the average price for a half day trip for jigging in South Padre Island is $1,042. The average price for a full day trip for jigging in South Padre Island is $2,665.

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 jigging charter in South Padre Island?

The most popular season to go on a jigging charter in South Padre Island is summer, and most anglers book their trips 23 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

  • ★★★★★
    Me and my family went out with captain Zach and had an awesome day. Weather wasn’t in our favour but made the best of it and landed some fish! Captain Zach was very helpful, runs good fishing gear and has a beautiful boat. Will be booking our next trip with him when we’re back in south Padre for a family vacation!

    Dallas C. | November 13, 2024

    Trip: South Padre Island fishing 4 hrs

  • ★★★★★
    Ruben was amazing! He knew the areas to go to catch fish, but we got so much more. We saw dolphins swimming, learned more about the area, and caught so many fish! His recommendations for where to take our fish for dinner was also great! We will book another trip with him!

    Stan A. | October 27, 2024

    Trip: Laguna Madre Shallows Trip

  • ★★★★★
    We had an amazing time fishing with Captain Cliff in South Padre Island! He was incredibly patient and helpful throughout the trip, ensuring we were comfortable and had a great experience. The boat was spacious and well-maintained, giving us plenty of room to enjoy our time on the water. Captain Cliff was friendly, timely, and took us to some fantastic fishing spots. We highly recommend him for anyone looking for a fun and successful fishing adventure!

    Lance K. | October 7, 2024

    Trip: 5 hour pro flats

  • ★★★★★
    The captain and deck mate were excellent. Took two boys out for their first off shore trip and they are still talking about how much fun they had. I highly recommend this guide definitely worth the price.

    Jerad H. | July 27, 2024

    Trip: South Padre Island Deep Sea

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Emilio & Jesse were great! We caught red snapper and had a blast! Waters were a little rough but still had a blast! definitely recommend!

    Ashley L. | June 30, 2024

    Trip: South Padre Island Deep Sea

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time! Emilio and Jesse did everything they could to get us some fish despite some difficult circumstances that were out of everyone’s control. We would definitely book this fishing trip again.

    Chris L. | June 29, 2024

    Trip: South Padre Island Deep Sea

  • ★★★★★
    Had a good time, caught some good fish,would definitely recommend,and do it again.Captain Mike, thanks 👍👍

    Jesus P. | June 1, 2024

    Trip: Fun Family Fishing at SPI

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time with Cliff. We requested to catch Trout and he put us on them right away. Very knowledgeable and willing to share information on how to catch the target species.

    John C. | May 4, 2024

    Trip: 5 hour pro flats

  • ★★★★★
    I can’t explain how amazing this trip was! Everyone was so sweet and helpful. We got some awesome fish. Our family is so grateful for the amazing experience.

    Alisa J. | April 4, 2024

    Trip: South Padre Island Deep Sea

  • ★★★★★
    What an outstanding time that we had with Captain Mike. This was our very first time boat fishing and we had done so at the request of my son for his 17th birthday. Captain Mike was incredibly accommodating, very easy to communicate with and more importantly knowledgeable when it comes to fishing. He was incredibly patient, taught each person in our group of four how to properly cast and really made sure that we had a good time (and also made sure we caught our limit, I have no doubt he would have stayed out there all day to make it happen.) I'm new at this but I am sure this is the type of experience you hope for with this sort of activity. Book this gut y'all. I PROMISE you that you will not be disappointed. Thanks again Captain Mike for a memorable experience!!!!!

    Joshua C. | March 21, 2024

    Trip: Fun Family Fishing at SPI

  • ★★★★★
    I hate reviews that don’t give you all the info you need. Emilio and his crew hand did a great job they brought us to a few spot that put us on 5-10 fish at a time the boat got us where we needed to go 5-10 miles out from the docks the squid bate was decent the rods were all usable there was a restroom on board In all especially for the price I would definitely take this charter again during the summer!!! Timing matters when fishing!

    Brayden L. | March 11, 2024

    Trip: South Padre Island Deep Sea

  • ★★★★★
    Rueben did a great job!!! He put us on fish. You should try him out.

    Brian P. | February 24, 2024

    Trip: Laguna Madre Shallows Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Mike was an awesome captain had a blast he was very knowledgeable and helpful definitely come back and go with him again 😂😂😂🎣🎣🎣

    Scott D. | February 20, 2024

    Trip: Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    My nephew and I went out with Captain Mike on Jan 27th, 2024. Captain Mike was very approachable and personable with his introduction. He set up some rigs before we left the pier which only took a few minutes. His boat is a very comfortable and nicely setup. When we arrived at the fishing location Captain Mike was very informative on what to do and how to do it. He is very patient and informative. We set up a 5-hour trip but had our limits of Red Drum and Speckled Trout in only 3 hours of fishing time. He knew exactly where to go and what to do. When we arrived back at the pier there was a very kind gentleman waiting to clean our fish for us. He will clean them any you want them. I give Captain Mike a solid 5-star review and I will return to fish with him again in the future. THANK YOU, CAPTAIN MIKE, for a fantastic time.

    David D. | January 28, 2024

    Trip: Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    During our trip, Captain Mike consistently put us on fish in multiple situations despite what I would consider fairly difficult weather conditions. He did a great job with my 12-year old son, who happily landed his first ever slot red, along with several other nice trout and redfish. We would definitely love to fish with Captain Mike again!

    Jason C. | December 7, 2023

    Trip: Half Day Private Bay Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Our fishing trip on the Chachi was amazing! Emilio and his deckhand, Logan, were friendly and put us on the fish.

    Kerri F. | September 3, 2023

    Trip: South Padre Island Deep Sea

  • ★★★★★
    The trip was amazing! We all had a wonderful time, & the captain & mate were very helpful. They also answered all of our questions throughout the day. Even my son who was seasick the whole time said he was glad he went.

    Ann-Marie R. | August 10, 2023

    Trip: South Padre Island Deep Sea

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Emilio and his first mate(I apologize for not remembering your name), were wonderful. They visited with us before departure. We were at the end of Red Snapper season, but hey, we got our limit. Plus mackerel and Bonita. Captain Emilio did an excellent job getting us to the perfect location. I will say, taking the grandchildren (9& 4 years of age), the first mate did an outstanding job teaching the curious 9/year old. She learned a lot, as did I. I’m so glad we held off deep sea fishing until we were at South Padre(the other option was in Corpus), nope this was my favorite. I would tell anyone to make an 8-hr trip, and then scale back if needed. We had our quota of Red Snapper and continued to troll for the next hour or so. I would definitely recommend Captain Emilio !!!

    Melinda P. | July 28, 2023

    Trip: South Padre Island Deep Sea

  • ★★★★★
    Emilio and crew were excellent,very happy with the experience

    Bryan J. | July 19, 2023

    Trip: South Padre Island Deep Sea

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time with Captain Emilio and crew. The waters were rough but they worked hard to make sure we were at the spots where the fish we biting. We would book with these guys every time- hands down. Looking forward to our next outing with them.

    Paige J. | June 27, 2023

    Trip: South Padre Island Deep Sea

Other Fishing Techniques in South Padre Island

Other Hunting Techniques in South Padre Island

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

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