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

Laguna Madre Hookfest

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21 ft 1 - 8 People From $500
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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in South Padre Island

Laguna Madre Flats Fly/Light Tackle

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22 ft 1 - 4 People From $450
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats Fishing Charter in South Padre Island

Bay Fishing

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24 ft 1 - 8 People From $600
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Jetty, Flats Fishing Charter in South Padre Island

AM And PM Private Bay Fishing Trips

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24 ft 1 - 8 People From $500
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Inshore, Jetty, Flats Fishing Charter in South Padre Island

SPI "All About Fishing" Trip

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20 ft 1 - 3 People From $475
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Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty, Flats Fishing Charter in South Padre Island

Fly Or Conventional Sight Fishing

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18 ft 1 - 4 People From $550

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Target Species in South Padre Island

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Inshore, Flats Fishing Charter in South Padre Island

Wading The Laguna Madre

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24 ft 1 - 3 People From $475
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Inshore, Jetty, Flats Fishing Charter in South Padre Island

Eight Hour

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1 - 5 People From $650
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Inshore Fishing Charter near South Padre Island

Airboat Full Day

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1 - 3 People From $950
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Inshore Fishing Charter near South Padre Island

Port Isabel Classic

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22 ft 1 - 5 People From $475
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Jetty, Flats Fishing Charter near South Padre Island

Laguna Madre Magic

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25 ft 1 - 6 People From $475
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Inshore Fishing Charter near South Padre Island

Drifting Laguna Madre For Pigs

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24 ft 1 - 5 People From $450
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Everything to Know About Booking a South Padre Island wading charter

What are the best wading charters in South Padre Island?

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 15 wading trips in South Padre Island, and the most popular trips in the area are SPI "All About Fishing" Trip guided by Jorge, AM and PM Private Bay Fishing Trips guided by Tim, and Laguna Madre Flats Fly/Light Tackle guided by Xavier.

Our guides in South Padre Island are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 3679 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 wading guides / fishing lessons in South Padre Island? Check out our beginner and family friendly wading guides in South Padre Island.

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

Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for wading in South Padre Island as well as flats fishing, jetty fishing, and nearshore fishing.

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

How much do South Padre Island wading fishing charters cost?

Prices for wading in South Padre Island can range anywhere from about $480 to $1,300, but the average price for a half day trip for wading in South Padre Island is $838. The average price for a full day trip for wading in South Padre Island is $909.

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 wading charter in South Padre Island?

The most popular season to go on a wading charter in South Padre Island is summer, and most anglers book their trips 13 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

  • ★★★★★
    The Captain was wonderful. He helped these two old ladies catch lots of fish. He did the majority of our casting too. Will call on him again. Thank you, Cappy!

    Sandra E. | October 22, 2024

    Trip: Laguna Madre Magic

  • ★★★★★
    CPT Joaquin is a great guide. His warm personality and tremendous knowledge of the local water makes for a great trip. I will certainly fish with CPT Joaquin again as soon as possible.

    Jimmy T. | September 20, 2022

    Trip: Drifting Laguna Madre for Pigs

  • ★★★★★
    Very nice! The weather was iffy in the morning, but we stuck with it and ended up having a great time!

    Sam G. | August 17, 2022

    Trip: Port Isabel Classic

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time fishing with you. We didn't catch as many as we would have liked, but my sons had a great time with you. We look forward to our next trip with you.

    Hervis A. | August 4, 2022

    Trip: Drifting Laguna Madre for Pigs

  • ★★★★★
    Joaquin is amazing. A wealth of knowledge for those beginners who are wanting to learn like myself. 10/10 and I will definitely be fishing with him again.

    Issac C. | July 8, 2022

    Trip: Drifting Laguna Madre for Pigs

  • ★★★★★
    Capt Joaquin’s trip was amazing. I wish we could give him 6 stars! He had a lot of communication coming up to the trip, sent us directions to the pick up spot, and confirmed our plans in advance! He told great stories, was clear about his rules (on a boat with no sides). He was hilarious with a great sense of humor. We got 4 fish (2 trout and 2 Reds) but they were the biggest fish we caught in SoPadre! I highly recommend Capt Joaquin!

    Chad D. | July 7, 2022

    Trip: Drifting Laguna Madre for Pigs

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great day fishing with Captain Joaquin. He showed us the techniques we needed to use and was able to put us on the fish. Highly recommended.

    Ian B. | September 4, 2021

    Trip: Drifting Laguna Madre for Pigs

  • ★★★★★
    Joaquin was a great guide. Best trip to date. Looking forward to next trip out. 5 Stars

    Spencer T. | August 7, 2021

    Trip: Drifting Laguna Madre for Pigs

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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