About Your Trip

Head out for a day trip friends, or a night trip after work to hook into some freshwater freaks of nature, and prepare yourself for a fishing experience unlike anything you've ever seen before! Pound for pound some of the hardest fighting freshwater fish, and giants at that, are waiting for you inside Austin's city limits, and our team has a unique and incredibly efficient method for getting you hooked up!

About Your Guide

This charter promote the great sport of carp fishing. Not only do they wish to share the joy that carp fishing has brought to all of their lives, but also wish to raise public awareness about what a great sport fish carp and smallmouth buffalo can be. In doing this, they also want to help pave the way to establishing carp and smallmouth buffalo as a game fish, and help protect the fish that they love so dearly.

Start Location

Austin, TX, USA | Bodies of water fished: Lady Bird Lake

Amenities and Information

Water Type

River, Lake

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Weather

You will get a refund if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Waders

Wader rentals are not available.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

No live bait provided.

Lunch

No meal provided.

Species

Carp, Smallmouth Buffalo

Techniques

Heavy Tackle Fishing

Gear & Packing

Provided: 12ft Rods, Big Pit Reels, Bait and Lures
At an Additional Rate: No added costs.
Recommended Packing: Weather Appropriate Gear Snacks and Drinks Sun Protection
Required Items: Texas Fishing License

Things To Keep In Mind

Payment & Tipping: After paying the deposit, a QR Code will be emailed to you. On the day of the trip, your guide will scan your QR code to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is for a customary tip (we recommend 20%).
Cancellation/Refund Policy: The deposit for this trip is non-refundable.
Where to Buy a Fishing License: Find out more about licenses here.

Pricing & Availability

To check pricing, please select a trip date, duration, group size and start time.

100% Weather Protection

Receive a full refund in the event of inclement weather.

Reviews

Grizz

Verified Review Fishing

September 27, 2022

Kevin is a great guide and super passionate about putting you on your biggest fish. Mother nature worked against us on my trip but I was still able to learn a lot about fishing in Texas as I’m new here. Even though the bite was hard and we got snunked ...Read More

First Time Booking with Us?

Captain Experiences is the home of over 1000 Damn Good fishing and hunting guides. Our mission is to unlock the outdoors for everyone, and we want to help you get out there through our no-hassle online booking experience and our team of outdoors experts.

We vet our guides to make sure they are the best of the best. We want guides who not only put you on 'em, but show you a great time, keep you safe, and give you a memorable experience with your group.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR code (like a mobile boarding pass). Just show your guide your QR code on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the case of inclement weather, our guides will make the call and we'll work with you to reschedule your trip or issue a full refund. Your safety is our top concern.

Once you book the trip, we will connect you directly with the guide to go over any additional details. In the meantime, our location specialists are always available to answer your questions via email, text, chat, or call!