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You're in good hands

Book your trip with confidence — We only work with the best local guides that know the area like the back of their hand.

About Your Trip

Type

Boat Cruise, Dolphin Watching, Birding

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

About Your Trip

Step aboard with Captain Chase for an unforgettable journey through the pristine coastal bays of South Texas! Cruise the breathtaking waters of St. Charles, Aransas, Mesquite, and Carlos Bays aboard a comfortable 25’ skiff designed with photography in mind — including a spacious flat forward deck perfect for tripods and long lenses.

📸 Prime Whooping Crane Viewing & Photography

Experience one of North America’s rarest birds up close in their wintering habitat!

We’ll make dedicated stops for photography in the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge and the remote wilds of Cedar Bayou, where patient observation often leads to incredible encounters.

🐦 A Birding Haven

Alongside whooping cranes, you may also spot:

• Roseate spoonbills
• Ospreys & eagles
• Herons, egrets, and coastal waders
• Dolphins and other coastal wildlife

👨‍✈️ Your Guide

Captain Chase — local fishing guide, waterman, birder, and outdoor enthusiast — shares expert knowledge of the area and knows the best, quietest vantage points to photograph wildlife.

✨ Why Choose This Tour?
✔ Small-group experience
✔ Photographer-friendly deck space
✔ Unique access to remote bay ecosystems
✔ Up-close wildlife opportunities
✔ Depart conveniently near Rockport, TX

Amenities

Type

Boat Cruise, Dolphin Watching, Birding

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 2 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an easy level of physical activity.

Boat Restroom

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

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	6 hours
1 Person	$450.00
2 People	$450.00
3 People	$500.00
4 People	$550.00
5 People	$600.00
6 People	$650.00
7 People (two boats)	$1,100.00
8 People (two boats)	$1,100.00
9 People (two boats)	$1,200.00
10 People (two boats)	$1,200.00
11 People (two boats)	$1,300.00
12 People (two boats)	$1,300.00

Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

About Your Guide

Chase B.

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Adventurous

Quality

About Your Guide

Chase B.

Independent Guide

Hit the sand with Captain Chase for a true Texas surf fishing adventure in Rockport! Specializing in Cedar Bayou and surrounding beaches, Captain Chase brings deep local knowledge and top-tier gear to put you on big speckled trout, redfish, and more—all from the surf.

Every trip is tailored to the day’s conditions, with techniques ranging from throwing lures to soaking bait. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or casting for the first time, Chase makes it easy and fun to learn as you go.

A short 1/4-mile walk gets you from the boat to the beach, with a surf cart on hand to haul all your gear, drinks, and catch. Family-friendly and full of excitement, this is coastal fishing at its finest. Just bring a life vest for any kiddos tagging along—and get ready to reel in something unforgettable.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Offshore :Blue Marlin, 500#+ Inshore: 44' Redfish

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Crawfish Boil

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

Offshore :Blue Marlin, 500#+ Inshore: 44' Redfish

If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?

Crawfish Boil

What’s your favorite band?

Sturgill Simpson

What’s your favorite movie?

Captain Ron/ Tombstone

What’s your drink of choice?

Seltzer water

What was your last halloween costume?

Flamingo

What do you want for Christmas this year?

Healthy Children

How did you get started guiding?

I was fishing Cedar Bayou multiple days a week alone. I became friends with other guides who encouraged me to get my license and after enough people started asking me to take them fishing, I became a guide!

What makes you different from other guides?

I have a deep passion for Cedar Bayou and love sharing it with people, it is the reason I am a guide. I truly enjoy sharing the knowledge I have learned or been taught by others so that my customers not only catch fish, but learn how to become better at fishing in general.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Rockport, Texas

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Whooping Crane/Birding Tour

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Explorer
Boat Length: 25'
Boat Restroom: No

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Explorer
Boat Length: 25'
Boat Restroom: No
Additional Amenities: Boat has plenty of comfortable seating, a t-top for shade and a large flat deck near the bow that is perfect for camera equipment

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Trip Details & Amenities

Type

Boat Cruise, Dolphin Watching, Birding

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Weather

You won't lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 2 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an easy level of physical activity.

Boat Restroom

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

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Everything Else to Know

Bottled water, ice and space in coolers will be provided, but we also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and anything else you might want on the trip.

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%).

Cancel for free up to 2 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 2 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

Reviews

5.0

based on 1 review

Sharon

Verified Review

October 28

Chase was great! We had so much fun and caught our limit of big redfish, then gigged 4 nice flounder before the weather rolled in. We caught about 8 additionall redfish that we threw back…along with the huge tarpon my husband caught. And the area we fished was absolutely gorgeous. A dream fishing trip!!! Thanks a million again to Chase!

Sharon

Verified Review

October 28

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First Time Booking with Us?

Captain Experiences is home to thousands of quality, vetted fishing, hunting, and other outdoor sports guides across the US and beyond. Our mission is to Unlock the Outdoors by making it quick and easy to book the trip of a lifetime every time with our Damn Good Guides.

We vet our guides and only partner with the best of the best. Our guides do their very best to keep you safe, show you a great time, and send you home with a memorable experience shared with family and friends.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code 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 event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

After booking your trip, we'll connect you directly with your guide to discuss additional details. In the meantime, our team is here to answer any questions via email, text, or phone.