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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

Calling Guides

Fishing in Destin
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Duck Hunting in Katy

Duck Hunts (Lodging Available)

100% (2)
1 - 4 People From $250
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Duck Hunting in Waco

Central Texas Duck Hunts

100% (3)
16 ft 1 - 3 People From $250
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Duck Hunting in Tampa

Duck Hunts

100% (3)
26 ft 1 - 4 People From $750
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Duck Hunting in Somerville

Texas Duck Special- B/CS Area

100% (5)
19 ft 1 - 4 People From $400
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Duck Hunting in Pensacola

Panhandle Duck Hunts

100% (4)
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $500
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Crane Hunting in Littlefield

Sandhill Crane Insanity

100% (1)
1 - 8 People From $350
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Everything to Know About Booking a hunting trip

What are the best calling trips?

Why should I book a calling trip with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 100 calling trips, and the most popular trips are Lousiana Duck Hunts guided by Jacob, Airboat Duck Hunts guided by Greg, and Daytona Beach Duck Hunt guided by Colt.

Our guides are rated a 4.72 out of 5 based on 3787 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, and more.

Looking for kid friendly calling guides? Check out our beginner and family friendly calling guides.

What types of calling trips are common?

Duck hunting is the most popular type of hunting for calling as well as goose hunting, crane hunting, and turkey hunting.

The most commonly sought after species for calling are: 1. blue-winged teal, 2. wigeon, 3. northern pintail, 4. green-winged teal, and 5. redhead.

How much does a calling hunting trip cost?

Prices calling can range anywhere from about $600 to $12,428, but the average price for a half day trip calling is $2,322. The average price for a full day trip calling is $7,750.

Is booking a hunting guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a hunting guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced hunting guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is outside 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, 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 backyard, 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 going on a calling trip?

The most popular season to go on a calling trip is winter, and most hunters book their trips 82 days in advance.

Where can I look through all Captain Experiences trips?

See here to browse all the trips we offer.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Tough day on the water but was grateful for the effort Clayton put in. He scouted for days before the trip and unfortunately the birds just werent down yet, but he gave us every chance we could get for the birds that were around. Looking forward to hunting with him again in a week or two when more birds are down in central TX.

    Attison B. | December 1, 2024

    Trip: Central Texas Duck Hunts

  • ★★★★★
    Nick was great! Enjoyed the hunt alongside my dad and son.

    Lee F. | November 30, 2024

    Trip: Duck Hunts (Lodging Available)

  • ★★★★★
    Communication was great. Phil did prep work for our trip and gave us options, which was great.

    Matt N. | November 25, 2024

    Trip: Duck Hunting Tampa Bay

  • ★★★★★
    Brandon was great . Really looking forward to going again.

    Mark H. | November 18, 2024

    Trip: Central Texas Duck Hunts

  • ★★★★★
    We had a GREAT time. First time duck hunters. Captain Brody put us on the ducks. Wings cupped feet hanging.

    John C. | November 8, 2024

    Trip: Whacking Ducks in North Rockport

  • ★★★★★
    Killer early teal hunt. Everyone bagged out and the setup and everything was great. Pretty much a Cadillac hunt with great guides and plenty of ducks. Looking forward to going back

    Jacob K. | September 15, 2024

    Trip: Duck Hunts (Lodging Available)

  • ★★★★★
    This was our first time crane hunting and we will definitely be doing it again. Had a great experience from start to finish.

    Sabrina Z. | March 16, 2024

    Trip: Sandhill Crane Insanity

  • ★★★★★
    As a first time duck hunter, I could not have asked for a better guide. He was knowledgeable, professional and made the trip a fantastic experience. I would highly recommend his services!

    Jason S. | January 21, 2024

    Trip: Texas Duck Special- B/CS Area

  • ★★★★★
    Had a blast with Captain Andy. We limited out and he was very helpful and informative to two new waterfowl hunters.

    Stephan W. | January 21, 2024

    Trip: Texas Duck Special- B/CS Area

  • ★★★★★
    The team was excellent and we had an hugely successful hunt. My husband and I booked this to celebrate our anniversary and although my husband has hunted a lot, this was my first time. The location we were taken to was great, the decoys and the blind were set up perfectly, and our guide (Jesse) was an EXCELLENT caller! NOTE: we were paired with two other hunters (which we were not expecting - and was not communicated beforehand) and although it worked out fine, just something to be aware of.

    Loree F. | January 14, 2024

    Trip: Texas Duck Destruction

  • ★★★★★
    Had a fantastic trip w Cpt Andy today. Very nice mixed bag of Pintail, Gadwall, Canvasback and Redhead. He busted it hard to make sure my Son and I had a successful and memorable hunt! Will be booking again!

    Joe G. | December 30, 2023

    Trip: Texas Duck Special- B/CS Area

  • ★★★★★
    It was a blast. We got three ducks and it was fun.

    John M. | December 30, 2023

    Trip: Central Texas Duck Hunts

  • ★★★★★
    I had a great time after he told me to park my car on the side of the road and it cost me $165 to get it towed out

    John M. | December 23, 2023

    Trip: Central Texas Duck Hunts

  • ★★★★★
    Outstanding hunt with a knowledgeable guide! I highly recommend Andy for your next Texas duck hunt!

    Christopher M. | November 19, 2023

    Trip: Texas Duck Special- B/CS Area

  • ★★★★★
    I HIGHLY recommend Captain Andy for his excellent guiding skills and can-do attitude. Unlike many other Guides, he works with a network of other spotters who watch for birds all across the state. He left his home at midnight and arrived at our shooting location at 1 AM to make sure other eager hunters wouldn't grab his spot. The result was an excellent hunt of mixed bag ducks, sprinkled with humor and education about wingspotting. Five stars is not enough for this Coast Guard certified gent.

    Brooks B. | November 13, 2023

    Trip: Texas Duck Special- B/CS Area

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Trey was great. Extremely enjoyable person to be around. Great with hunters and fishers of all skill levels.

    Hayden F. | September 16, 2023

    Trip: Chasing Pins on the Coastal Bend

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Other Fishing Techniques

Other Hunting Techniques

  • Archery
  • Decoy Hunting
  • Hunting With Dogs
  • Hunting from a Blind
  • Management Hunting
  • Rifle Hunting
  • Shotgun Hunting
  • Thermal Hunting

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