Guide:

About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Head out onto the world-renowned waters of the South Texas Riviera with Captain Gary! He specializes in hooking into all kinds of inshore sportfish, including Speckled Trout, Red Fish, Flounder, Snook, Black Drum and Mangrove Snapper.

Captain Gary is happy to cater your trip to your goals and is willing to fish with many different methods. He can also provide some expert tips and tricks so that you can improve your fishing abilities as well. So, whether it's landing your first bruiser Trout, chasing the "Big Three", or watching your little ones light up with smiles, no one takes your time on the water more seriously than Captain Gary.

For your trip, Captain Gary will provide rods, reels, tackle, bait, and ice for your catch. All the necessities for a successful day out on the water are provided; all you have to bring is your favorite snacks and drink, a camera, and your Texas fishing license!

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for an additional fee.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Live Bait

Live bait is provided for an additional fee.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

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

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 7 days before the trip.

Boat Restroom

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

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	5 Hours
1 Person	$475.00
2 People	$475.00
3 People	$575.00
4 People	$675.00
5 People	$750.00
6 People	$825.00
7 People (Second Boat)	$1,350.00
8 People (Second Boat)	$1,350.00
9 People (Second Boat)	$1,500.00
10 People (Second Boat)	$1,500.00
11 People (Second Boat)	$1,650.00
12 People (Second Boat)	$1,650.00

Pay 10% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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About Your Guide

Gary F.

Independent Guide 22 years of exp.

Instructional

Comfortable

Beginner Oriented

Talkative

Quality

Captain Gary is a life-long fisherman and outdoorsman who grew up fishing these beautiful South Texas waters surrounding South Padre Island and Port Isabel Texas. Captain Gary is U.S.C.G. licensed and specializes in inshore (shallow water) saltwater fishing for all the area has to offer including trout, redfish, flounder, snook, and many other local variety

About Your Guide

Gary F.

Independent Guide 22 years of exp.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

14 ft Shark

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

Grilled Shrimp & Chicken

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

14 ft Shark

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

Grilled Shrimp & Chicken

Whats your favorite band?

Country & Classic Rock

Whats your favorite movie?

Captain America

Whats your drink of choice?

Water

What was your last halloween costume?

Jason

What do you want for Christmas this year?

Electric assist Bicycle

How did you get started guiding?

My Guide Buddy Russell Robinson got me going!

What makes you different from other guides?

I want everyone to enjoy the trip. Maybe catch the fish of a life time or at least catch supper, if not more to take home.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Your guide can be flexible with your start location.

You can work with your guide after booking to set a more specific start location in the area.

Port Isabel, Texas

Areas Fished

Laguna Madre

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Skiff
Boat Manufacturer: Carolina Skiff
Year Built: 2021
Boat Length: 24'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Skiff
Boat Manufacturer: Carolina Skiff
Year Built: 2021
Boat Length: 24'
Engine Manufacturer: Suzuki
Total Horsepower: 200
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: GPS, Compass, Live Bait Well, Ice Box, Sirius XM

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for an additional fee.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Live Bait

Live bait is provided for an additional fee.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather

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

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 7 days before the trip.

Boat Restroom

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

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

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You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
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Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing
Bottom Fishing
Cut Bait Fishing
Drift Fishing
Jigging
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Topwater Fishing

Everything Else to Know

Hats, Sunglasses, Snacks. Rods, reels, bait, & tackle included. Flavored Drinks! (Cold bottled waters provided)

You'll need to buy a fishing license before getting out there. Find out more about licenses here.

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 7 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 7 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

Chad

Verified Review

July 4

Gary helped us catch the fish trifecta (red, trout, flounder) along with some other species that were released. What an expert teacher and guide!

Chad

Verified Review

July 4

Gary helped us catch the fish trifecta (red, trout, flounder) along with some other species that were released. What an expert teacher and guide!

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First Time Booking with Us?

Captain Experiences is home to 1,600+ quality, vetted fishing and hunting 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, bait, 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.