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Recently Booked Wading Charters In South Padre Island, Tx

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Inshore, Jetty, Flats in South Padre Island

SPI "All About Fishing" Trip

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Inshore, Flats Fishing in South Padre Island

Laguna Madre Flats Fly/Light Tackle

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Jetty, Flats Fishing 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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Deep Sea, Jetty, Flats in South Padre Island

South Texas State Waters Offshore

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32 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,500
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Inshore, Jetty, Flats in South Padre Island

Beat The Heat Morning 5 Hour

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22 ft 1 - 12 People From $495
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Cast & Blast in South Padre Island

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Top Species for Wading in South Padre Island

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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in South Padre Island

Port Mansfield Bay Fishing

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24 ft 1 - 8 People From $600
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Inshore, Flats in South Padre Island

3 Hour Quick Trip SPI

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Inshore, Flats, Dolphin Watching in South Padre Island

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Inshore, Jetty, Flats in South Padre Island

Fly Or Conventional Sight Fishing

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18 ft 1 - 4 People From $550
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Inshore, Flats Fishing in South Padre Island

Wading The Laguna Madre

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Inshore, Jetty, Flats in South Padre Island

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Everything to Know About Booking a South Padre Island wading charter

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 21 wading trips in South Padre Island, and the most popular trips in the area are SPI "All About Fishing" Trip guided by Jorge, Laguna Madre Flats Fly/Light Tackle guided by Xavier, and AM And PM Private Bay Fishing Trips guided by Tim.

Our guides in South Padre Island are rated a 4.92 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 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?

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

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

How much do South Padre Island wading fishing charters cost?

Prices for wading in South Padre Island can range anywhere from about $500 to $2,900, but the average price for a half day trip for wading in South Padre Island is $845. The average price for a full day trip for wading in South Padre Island is $1,869.

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

  • ★★★★★
    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

  • ★★★★★
    Freddy was our Capt. what a trip….this guide was awesome and comes highly recommended…

    Joseph H. | August 4, 2025

    Trip: Laid Back SPI

  • ★★★★★
    Great guide that did what it took to put us on fish. Kid-first attitude was great for my boys' first time bay fishing. Great boat, too!

    Christopher J. | August 2, 2025

    Trip: Bay Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time. Cappy has a load of knowledge and a great boat. Would absolutely book again.

    William M. | August 2, 2025

    Trip: Bay Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Great guide, works hard to put us into some fish

    Carlos P. | July 30, 2025

    Trip: Laguna Madre Hookfest

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