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About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Spend five hours on the water with Joaquin and experience the productive bay systems around Port Isabel, Texas. This inshore fishing trip is a great way to explore these rich coastal waters while targeting some of the most popular game fish on the Texas coast.

Depending on conditions, you’ll be fishing productive areas where redfish, speckled trout, flounder, and other inshore species are commonly found. Joaquin uses his local knowledge of tides, wind, and seasonal patterns to choose the best locations for the day, focusing on active water where fish are feeding.

A variety of techniques may be used throughout the trip, including drift fishing with live bait or artificial lures. These methods allow anglers to cover water efficiently while presenting bait naturally through channels, flats, and shoreline structure where fish are actively moving with the tide.

For those looking for a more immersive experience, wading trips are also available upon request. Wading allows anglers to get right into the shallow flats where fish are often feeding in clear, skinny water. If you choose to wade, you’ll need to bring appropriate wading gear, while all other fishing equipment will be provided by Joaquin.

This trip is designed to be both productive and relaxing, offering a chance to step away from daily stress and enjoy the calm, scenic waters of Port Isabel. Whether you're an experienced angler or new to bay fishing, Joaquin provides a straightforward, enjoyable experience focused on time on the water and steady inshore action.

All rods, reels, tackle, and bait are provided. Just bring your wading gear if needed, along with your snacks, drinks, and a Texas fishing license, and get ready for a refreshing day fishing the Port Isabel bays.

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Live bait is provided for an additional fee.

Weather

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

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Waders

Wader rentals are not available.

Boat Restroom

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

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

The deposit for this trip is non-refundable.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	5 hours
1 Person	$450.00
2 People	$450.00
3 People	$550.00
4 People	$650.00
5 People	$750.00

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

About Your Guide

Joaquin P.

Independent Guide 15 years of exp.

Captain Joaquin grew up fishing with his family and friends from an early age. It quickly became his passion, and soon he was off on the water by himself.

He attributes his time fishing to his patience, persistence, and analytical mindset which coincidentally are some of the reasons he makes such a great guide. Captain Joaquin is a well seasoned fisherman, and is eager to teach the knowledge he's acquired over a lifetime of fishing...

About Your Guide

Joaquin P.

Independent Guide 15 years of exp.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Port Isabel, Texas

Areas Fished

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Drifting Laguna Madre For Pigs

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Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Shallow Master
Boat Length: 24'
Boat Restroom: No

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Shallow Master
Boat Length: 24'
Boat Restroom: No
Engine Manufacturer: SMS
Total Horsepower: 200
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: GPS, fishfinder, radio, radar technology, flybridge, ice-box, and livewell

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Live bait is provided for an additional fee.

Weather

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

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to small children.

Waders

Wader rentals are not available.

Boat Restroom

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

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

The deposit for this trip is non-refundable.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .

View Full Species Seasonality Chart » View Recent Port Isabel Fishing Reports »

Get it while it's HOT!
This species is in play.
You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
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Techniques

Everything Else to Know

Hat, sunscreen, polarized sunglasses; wading gear if you'd like to wade. Rods, reels, tackle, bait, chips, water, cooler, ice included.

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%).

The deposit for this trip is non-refundable except for weather-related cancellations. 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 6 reviews

Jimmy

Verified Review

September 16

CPT Joaquin is a great guide. His warm personality and tremendous knowledge of the local water makes for a great trip. I will certainly fish with CPT Joaquin again as soon as possible.

Jimmy

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September 16

CPT Joaquin is a great guide. His warm personality and tremendous knowledge of the local water makes for a great trip. I will certainly fish with CPT Joaquin again as soon as possible.

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Chad

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July 6

Capt Joaquin’s trip was amazing. I wish we could give him 6 stars! He had a lot of communication coming up to the trip, sent us directions to the pick up spot, and confirmed our plans in advance! He told great stories, was clear about his rules (on a boat with no sides). He was hilarious with a great sense of humor. We got 4 fish (2 trout and 2...

Chad

Verified Review

July 6

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Ian

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September 1

We had a great day fishing with Captain Joaquin. He showed us the techniques we needed to use and was able to put us on the fish. Highly recommended.

Ian

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September 1

We had a great day fishing with Captain Joaquin. He showed us the techniques we needed to use and was able to put us on the fish. Highly recommended.

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Hervis

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July 29

We had a great time fishing with you. We didn't catch as many as we would have liked, but my sons had a great time with you. We look forward to our next trip with you.

Hervis

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July 29

We had a great time fishing with you. We didn't catch as many as we would have liked, but my sons had a great time with you. We look forward to our next trip with you.

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Issac

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July 7

Joaquin is amazing. A wealth of knowledge for those beginners who are wanting to learn like myself. 10/10 and I will definitely be fishing with him again.

Issac

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July 7

Joaquin is amazing. A wealth of knowledge for those beginners who are wanting to learn like myself. 10/10 and I will definitely be fishing with him again.

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Spencer

Verified Review

August 7

Joaquin was a great guide. Best trip to date. Looking forward to next trip out.
5 Stars

Spencer

Verified Review

August 7

Joaquin was a great guide. Best trip to date. Looking forward to next trip out.
5 Stars

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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.