About Your Trip

Embark on an unforgettable 8-hour adventure with Captain Jack! On this trip, you'll go offshore to chase some of Texas' most popular sportfish while enjoying amazing, wide-open views of the Gulf of Mexico!

Captain Jack will use his 45+ years of experience to take you where the fish are biting. ... Read More

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Bertram
Boat Length: 42
Engine Manufacturer: Cummins
Total Horsepower: 900
Number of Engines: 2
Additional Amenities: Toilet, Air Conditioning, GPS, Fishfinder, Flybridge, Live Bait Well

About Your Guide

13 Years of Experience

Captain Jay is a second generation charter boat captain with over 43 years of experience operating out of Port Aransas Texas.

He began his professional fishing career as a deckhand for his dad and became a licensed captain and fishing guide in 1976.

Captain Jay enjoys putting guests on fish ... Read More

Start Location

900 Tarpon Street, Port Aransas, TX 78373, United States

Amenities and Information

Water Type

Deep Sea, Nearshore

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Boat Restroom

Available

Air Conditioning

This boat has air conditioning.

Weather

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

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Fish Cleaning

No cleaning service provided.

Live Bait

No live bait provided.

Species

Blackfin Tuna, Blacktip Shark, Bonito, Cobia, Kingfish, Mahi Mahi, Red Snapper, Sailfish, Spanish Mackerel, Wahoo

Techniques

Drift Fishing, Trolling

Packing / Extras

Everything you'll need for your trip: Hat, sunscreen, polarized sunglasses. Rods, reels & tackle included.
Where to Buy a Fishing License: Find out more about fishing licenses here.

Things to Keep in Mind

Payment & Tipping: We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).
Cancellation/Refund Policy: Cancel for free up to 3 days before the trip.

Pricing & Availability

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

Cancel for free up to 3 days before the trip.

Reviews

Anne G.

Fishing

accomplished captain with over 30 years experience!

Barry F.

Fishing

Fishing with Jay. Captain made a good decision to delay departure a little due to weather in the channel and then made sure that we got the full time once we were underway. He took us to catch our limit of kingfish, educated us a little about the large shark ...Read More

Adam P.

Fishing

Overall, this was one of the best off shore trips! Captain Jay and his son John are very skilled in their trade. The captain knew exactly where to go and what to do to get us some fish in the boat. I will say he is definitely ...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 boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass 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!