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South Padre Island Fishing

NEW South Padre Island, TX 1 - 6 People 4 Hours From $350 Trip #6562


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Water Type

Inshore, Jetty, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

Experience the thrill catching speckled, trout, redfish, and flounder on the lower Laguna Madre and backwater estuary of South Padre Island, Texas. A world class destination for shallow water fishing. Guided fishing trips are perfect for all fisherman, young and old, experienced or beginner. With Captain Zach’s expert guidance, you’ll have the opportunity to improve your fishing skills. South Texas has an abundance of various species of fish that spend the winter months on the...

About Your Trip

Experience the thrill catching speckled, trout, redfish, and flounder on the lower Laguna Madre and backwater estuary of South Padre Island, Texas. A world class destination for shallow water fishing. Guided fishing trips are perfect for all fisherman, young and old, experienced or beginner. With Captain Zach’s expert guidance, you’ll have the opportunity to improve your fishing skills. South Texas has an abundance of various species of fish that spend the winter months on the shallow waters of the Laguna Madre, making this estuary a hot spot for fishing and waterfowl hunters. Get ready to have a mind-blowing adventure catching multiple species of fish with Captain Zach.

The morning will start early, with a ride in a comfortable 25-foot Shallow Water X3 Bay Boat.
Quote From Capt. Zach: “There’s nothing better than Catching beautiful trophy fish in South Padre Island Tx You think your wife has a hard time picking out a dress to wear to dinner, you are going to have a harder time deciding on which fish you want to take home to put on the wall!”
Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Jetty, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Lodging

Lodging is included for an additional fee.

Waders

Wader rentals are available.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

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 10 days before the trip.

Lunch

Lunch / light snacks are included.

Tackle

You will need your own tackle.

Boat Restroom

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

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Pricing Matrix

4 Hours
6 People
$650.00
5 People
$600.00
4 People
$500.00
3 People
$400.00
2 People
$350.00
1 Person
$350.00
Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.
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About Your Guide

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Zach D.

Independent Guide
US Veteran Veteran
Talkative
Intense
Instructional
Beginner Oriented
Comfortable
Quality
Captain Zach is a Veteran of the Marine Corps and a licensed Coast Guard with a (20 ton) master. With over 25 years of experienced guiding, Captain Zach’s fishing and hunting trips have taken him across Northern Minnesota, all the Great Lakes, Canada, California, North & South Dakota, Nebraska, Texas, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and Alaska’s inside passage. Captain Zach came to South Texas as a professional Quail guide on the prestigious King Ranch, working with bird...

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Zach

Zach D.

Independent Guide
Captain Zach is a Veteran of the Marine Corps and a licensed Coast Guard with a (20 ton) master. With over 25 years of experienced guiding, Captain Zach’s fishing and hunting trips have taken him across Northern Minnesota, all the Great Lakes, Canada, California, North & South Dakota, Nebraska, Texas, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and Alaska’s inside passage.

Captain Zach came to South Texas as a professional Quail guide on the prestigious King Ranch, working with bird dogs. Captain Zach is committed to delivering top-notch hunting skills and experiences in South Texas.

In 2017 Captain Zach founded his own guide service on Baffin Bay Riviera, Texas. Guiding fishing and hunting trips, along with Commercial fishing.

As a Marine Corps Veteran, Captain Zach instills the values of dedication, precision, and excellence into his business. You can trust that your adventure will be led with the utmost professionalism and commitment to providing a high-quality experience.
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
250 pd halibut
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Fish or steak

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
250 pd halibut
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Fish or steak
What’s your favorite band?
Toby Keith
What’s your favorite movie?
Lone survivor
What’s your drink of choice?
Colors light
What was your last halloween costume?
None
What do you want for Christmas this year?
Hunting gear
How did you get started guiding?
My dad
What makes you different from other guides?
Ambition
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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.
South Padre Island, Texas
Areas Fished
  • South Padre Island

About Your Boat

Boat photo for South Padre Island fishing
Boat Type
Center Console
Boat Manufacturer
Shallow sport x3
Year Built
2017
Boat Length
26'

About Your Boat

Boat Type
Center Console
Boat Manufacturer
Shallow sport x3
Year Built
2017
Boat Length
26'
Engine Manufacturer
Yamaha
Total Horsepower
300
Number of Engines
1
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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Jetty, Flats

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Lodging

Lodging is included for an additional fee.

Waders

Wader rentals are available.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

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 10 days before the trip.

Lunch

Lunch / light snacks are included.

Tackle

You will need your own tackle.

Boat Restroom

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

Potential Target Species

Color-coded seasonality below is based on .
  • 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)
January February March April May June July August September October November December
Black Drum
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Great
Great
Great
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Good
Good
Good
Flounder
Good
Good
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Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Good
Jack Crevalle
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Red Snapper
Not Ideal
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Good
Redfish
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Sheepshead
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Snook
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Speckled Trout
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Not Ideal
Not Ideal
Tarpon
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Whiting
Good
Good
Good
Great
Great
Great
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
Good
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Techniques

  • Artificial Lure Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
  • Fly Fishing
  • Light Tackle Fishing
  • Live Bait Fishing
  • Sight Casting
  • Wading
  • Topwater Fishing

Everything Else to Know

You will be responsible for your own gear. Once you book your trip, we'll connect you directly with Zach to discuss details.
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 10 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account.
If the weather doesn’t cooperate you’ll be covered by our 100% weather guarantee and you won’t lose your deposit.

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Captain Experiences is the home of over 1500 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 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 case of inclement weather, our guides will make the call and we'll work with you to reschedule your trip or issue a credit for the full deposit of the trip to be used on any of our trips across the country. Your safety is our top concern.
Each trip’s price is set by the guide and factors in all of their costs. A big determinant of cost is often the type of boat and associated fuel costs, but other guide costs include leases, marina / slip fees, bait costs, and the cost to provide and maintain all of the gear you’ll need on your trip.
Once you book the trip, we will connect you directly with the guide to go over any additional details. In the meantime, our team is always available to answer your questions via email, text, chat, or call!