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About Your Trip

Water Type

Deep Sea

Skill Levels

Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

On a Marlin trip we are fishing deep water 300-2000 ft, Trolling is the preferred method. No problem the deckhand will get the "Spread" for you. Trolling gives you the opportunity to catch anything from Wahoo and Dorado to Billfish. Sitting in the chair makes reeling in a big fish easier but you can always stand up and use a fighting belt. Finding floating grass or Debree is always a good place to find fish...

About Your Trip

Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea

Skill Levels

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.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Air Conditioning

This boat has air conditioning.

Weather

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

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 5 days before the trip.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Kid Friendly

This trip is best for adults.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	14 Hours
1 Person	$2,800.00
2 People	$2,800.00
3 People	$2,800.00
4 People	$2,800.00
5 People	$2,800.00
6 People	$2,800.00

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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Todd L.

Certified Damn Good Guide

Certified Damn Good Guides offer 10/10 trips. Guides earn this badge through quality reviews, quick and responsive communication, and low cancellation rates.

Independent Guide

Quiet

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Quality

I started offshore fishing out of South padre in 1986. Working as a deckhand to gain the experience need to become captain in 1990. I ran an offshore boat for Jims Pier for 17 years before going into business for my self in 2001. Owning boats has given me a wealth of knowledge into the care and maintenance necessary to safely fish every day possible. Fishing for a living has proven that being prepared is...

About Your Guide

Todd L.

Certified Damn Good Guide

Independent Guide

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

600 pound Blue marlin

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

Fish

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

600 pound Blue marlin

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

Fish

What’s your favorite band?

Van Halen

What’s your favorite movie?

Sandlot

What’s your favorite sports team?

Packers

What’s your drink of choice?

Tart cherry juice

What was your last halloween costume?

n/a

What do you want for Christmas this year?

Fishing trip

How did you get started guiding?

Offered a job deckhanding

What makes you different from other guides?

Dedication

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Start Location & Lodging Options

South Padre Island, Texas

Areas Fished

South Padre Island

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Marlin fishing offshore adventure

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Delta boatworks
Year Built: 1983
Boat Length: 38'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Delta boatworks
Year Built: 1983
Boat Length: 38'
Engine Manufacturer: caterpillar
Total Horsepower: 600
Number of Engines: 2
Additional Amenities: A/c sleeps 5. Livewell, outriggers, downriggers, fighting chairs,fishbox, beanbags, covered back deck for shade

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Deep Sea

Skill Levels

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.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Air Conditioning

This boat has air conditioning.

Weather

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

Federal Permit

This boat is federally permitted to go deep offshore.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 5 days before the trip.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Kid Friendly

This trip is best for adults.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

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

Artificial Lure Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Trolling
Topwater Fishing

Everything Else to Know

Most people bring an ice chest for food and drink. Sunscreen is recommended . You must have at minimum a 1 day all water fishing license from Texas Parks and Wildlife available online or local bait shops.

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 5 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 5 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.

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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.

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