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Damn Good Guides

You will only find quality, vetted guides on Captain Experiences, and we know them all on a first-name basis

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“Our Damn Good Guides go above and beyond, and we’ve handpicked every single one. We’re passionate about the outdoors and look forward to getting you out on the trip of a lifetime, every time.”

Jonathan and Attison   |   Co-founders   |   Austin, Texas

Sunfish Fishing Guides

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Brazos River Float Trip

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Peacock Bass: Fly Or Spin

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Fly Fishing For Guadalupe Bass!

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Everything to Know About Booking a fishing trip

Why should I book a sunfish fishing trip with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 9 sunfish trips, and the most popular trips are Brazos River Float Trip guided by Greg, Peacock Bass: Fly Or Spin guided by Justin, and Walk-and-Wade Adventure guided by Greg.

Our guides are rated a 5 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 sunfish guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly sunfish guides.

What types of sunfish fishing trips are common?

River fishing is the most popular type of fishing for sunfish as well as lake fishing.

The most common fishing techniques are drift fishing, fly fishing, and artificial lure fishing but jigging and light tackle fishing are popular as well.

How much does a sunfish fishing trip cost?

Prices for sunfish can range anywhere from about $350 to $800, but the average price for a half day trip for sunfish is $463. The average price for a full day trip for sunfish is $644.

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 sunfish fishing?

The most popular season for sunfish fishing is summer, and most anglers book their trips 25 days in advance.

Do I need a fishing license for sunfish and what are the bag limits for sunfish?

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Had a great time, and caught fish. My brother and nephew caught 2 nice peacocks and a couple of snake heads

    Nathan I. | October 19, 2025

    Trip: Peacock Bass: Fly Or Spin

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome guide! Five stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    Christian F. | May 24, 2025

    Trip: Peacock Bass: Fly Or Spin

  • ★★★★★
    We had an excellent day with Justin. Our target species was Peacock Bass and as promised, Justin delivered. Both of us were novices to fly fishing but Justin was patient and coached us to ensure we were landing fish, and we did!! All day long. Great time. We are looking to coming back next year and hooking up with Justin.

    Robert D. | March 19, 2025

    Trip: Peacock Bass: Fly Or Spin

  • ★★★★★
    Excellent boat and captain. Patient with the kid and a pleasure to work with. Well equipped for a fun day.

    Alan L. | January 5, 2025

    Trip: Peacock Bass: Fly Or Spin

  • ★★★★★
    He was great. Food was great. Fishing was fun. I would go again for sure

    Marc A. | November 1, 2024

    Trip: Peacock Bass: Fly Or Spin

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