South Padre Shallows Trip

100% (5) Port Isabel, TX 1 - 5 People 5 - 8 Hours From $500 Trip #2701
Fishing in Destin
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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.

If you are looking for a professional fishing guide on South Padre Island, Texas you've found your man. Head out with Captain Gus to explore the shallows of the South Padre Islands lower Laguna Madre in search of tailing reds, the thrashing head shake of giant gator trout, and the unmistakable runs of a doormat flounder!

These half day trips during the summer months run around 5 hours: from 7 am to 1 pm for...

About Your Trip

If you are looking for a professional fishing guide on South Padre Island, Texas you've found your man. Head out with Captain Gus to explore the shallows of the South Padre Islands lower Laguna Madre in search of tailing reds, the thrashing head shake of giant gator trout, and the unmistakable runs of a doormat flounder!

These half day trips during the summer months run around 5 hours: from 7 am to 1 pm for morning trips and from 3 pm to dusk for afternoon outings. For that time you will be fishing aboard Captain Gus's meticulously maintained 24ft Carolina Skiff. This puppy features a new 200 HP Suzuki, cushioned seating, and a spacious bow casting area.

Captain Gus provides all the rods, reels, tackle, bait, and knowledge to ensure your success out on the water! He wil also provide a cooler with ice and water for you and encourages you to bring you own beverages of choice along as well. Beer is welcomed on board just no glass bottles.
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 you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

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.

Boat Restroom

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

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

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 8 hours
1 Person
$500.00
$750.00
2 People
$500.00
$750.00
3 People
$575.00
$825.00
4 People
$650.00
$900.00
5 People
$725.00
$975.00
Pay $100 as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.
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About Your Guide

Gus M.

Independent Guide
Captin Gus has lived back and forth from Colorado to South Texas my entire life. His father moved to the island when Gus was a boy and taught him the ins and outs of the bay every summer throughout his childhood. Together they spent countless hours finding potholes full of trout and sand flats littered with redfish. His father instilled in him a fierce passion for the outdoors and planted the seeds for him to...

About Your Guide

Gus M.

Independent Guide
Captin Gus has lived back and forth from Colorado to South Texas my entire life. His father moved to the island when Gus was a boy and taught him the ins and outs of the bay every summer throughout his childhood. Together they spent countless hours finding potholes full of trout and sand flats littered with redfish. His father instilled in him a fierce passion for the outdoors and planted the seeds for him to pursue a career chasing the critters he has come to love and respect.

With the help of some local legends including forty year veteran Capt. Skipper Ray, Gus has honed his skills as a fisherman and professional guide fishing the Lower Laguna Madre. But for him the bay still provides an incredible environment to learn and grow. Every day he finds new places to fish and duck hunt and he welcomes you to join him on one of these incredible adventures!

During the fall Captain Gus heads north to Crawford, Colorado to team up with the Homestead Ranch Crew to chase elk, deer, mountain lion, and bear. Homestead Ranch is an original homestead that the McLeods have maintained since 1914. Six generations of incredible preservation have built the hunting experience of a lifetime. He is truly honored to have been a part of this team for the last few years.
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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

About Your Boat

Boat photo for South Padre Shallows Trip
Boat Type
Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer
Carolina Skiff
Year Built
2020
Boat Length
24'

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer
Carolina Skiff
Year Built
2020
Boat Length
24'
Boat Restroom
No
Engine Manufacturer
Suzuki
Total Horsepower
200
Number of Engines
1
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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 you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

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.

Boat Restroom

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

Kid Friendly

This trip is not suited for small children.

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 .
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  • Get it while it's HOT!
  • This species is in play.
  • You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
  • Couldn't tell ya! (no data)

Techniques

Everything Else to Know

Snacks, Drinks, Sun Protection, Sunglasses. All gear, bait, and tackle, cooler with ice and water 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 3 reviews

Mike

Verified Review

October 11

Gus was great! My son and I had a wonderful time! He was very knowledgeable and helpful. If you’re looking for
Someone that knows these waters and where the fish are at.. he’s your man !!

Mike

Verified Review

October 11

Gus was great! My son and I had a wonderful time! He was very knowledgeable and helpful. If you’re looking for
Someone that knows these waters and where the fish are at.. he’s your man !!
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Bradley

Verified Review

November 24

they tried. very friendly

Bradley

Verified Review

November 24

they tried. very friendly
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Steven

Verified Review

December 27

Gus is friendly and knows his stuff. Shot a limit and even got a red fish out of the decoys

Steven

Verified Review

December 27

Gus is friendly and knows his stuff. Shot a limit and even got a red fish out of the decoys
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