About Your Trip

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.

About Your Trip

Get ready for an unforgettable day on the water with Captain Douglas, a seasoned South Padre Island guide with over 35 years of experience fishing these vibrant coastal waters. Whether you're chasing your first Redfish or looking to sharpen your skills with a few new tricks, Captain Douglas welcomes all anglers—young or old, novice to expert—for a fun, hands-on fishing experience that’s as educational as it is exciting.

This 5-hour trip gives you the chance to explore some of the most productive fishing grounds in the area, including the clear, shallow flats, lively inshore channels, and the rugged South Padre jetties. Depending on the season and conditions, you'll be targeting a wide range of species like Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, Black Drum, Snook, Sheepshead, Mangrove Snapper, Spanish Mackerel, and even the occasional Kingfish.

Captain Douglas customizes every trip based on what’s biting and your fishing preferences. He’s fully equipped to guide you through a variety of techniques—whether it's sight casting on the flats, drifting bait over sandy bottoms, jigging near structure, or tossing topwaters at daybreak. Wading is also an option for those looking to get even more up close with the fishery.

You'll be riding in style aboard a 2023 22’ Dargle center console powered by a 200HP Suzuki engine. This boat is dialed in for South Texas waters, featuring a wireless trolling motor, GPS, fishfinder, live bait well, ice box, and a raised casting platform that gives you the edge when spotting fish in the shallows. It’s a comfortable, stable ride with plenty of room for up to 12 anglers.

All rods, reels, tackle, and live bait are included, and Captain Douglas will take care of cleaning your catch at the end of the trip. Feel free to bring your favorite drinks (just no glass), fire up your playlist on the Bluetooth speakers, and enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere out on the water.

Whether you’re looking to learn, explore, or just unwind with a rod in hand, this South Padre adventure is built to exceed expectations—and leave you with memories (and fish stories) that’ll last long after you’re back on shore.

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Jetty, 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.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

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

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an easy level of physical activity.

Waders

Wader rentals are not available.

Boat Restroom

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

Kid Friendly

This trip is best for adults.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	5 Hours
1 Person	$495.00
2 People	$495.00
3 People	$560.00
4 People	$625.00
5 People	$690.00
6 People	$755.00
7 People (Second Boat)	$1,250.00
8 People (Second Boat)	$1,250.00
9 People (Second Boat)	$1,380.00
10 People (Second Boat)	$1,380.00
11 People (Second Boat)	$1,510.00
12 People (Second Boat)	$1,510.00

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

Douglas D.

Independent Guide 39 years of exp.

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About Your Guide

Douglas D.

Independent Guide 39 years of exp.

Captain Douglas will put all of his 40+ years of experience to work to provide you with a fantastic South Padre fishing charter experience. Fishing the Laguna Madre surround South Padre Island since the early '70's with his grandfather, Captain Douglas continues to run charter fishing trips throughout his entire adult life. He does it day after day because of his love for teaching others how to fish for Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder and more.

Captain Douglas uses live bait or artificial lures depending on clients and what the fish are responding to best.

Captain Douglas welcomes anglers of all ages and skill levels. His outgoing and friendly personality keeps kids excited to fish, and Captain Douglas lives to net a new angler's first ever catch!

For those more experienced anglers, Captain Douglas is happy to share tips and tricks he's picked up of his 40+ years fishing the Laguna Madre.

Captain Douglas runs a brand new 22’ Dargle center console. This spacious boat comes powered by a single 200 HP Suzuki engine and can cruise at up to 32 knots. The boat can host up to 5 anglers to fish in comfort and style. Outfitted with a GPS, a fishfinder, a wireless trolling motor, and a livewell, you're all set for a great day on the water.

You'll be fishing Captain Douglas' favorite inshore, flats, backcountry, and nearshore spots while trolling, jigging, and throwing light tackle for Tarpon, Sheepshead, Flounder, Black Drum, Mangrove Snapper, Speckled Trout, Snook, Spanish Mackerel, Redfish, and Kingfish.

All trips include rods, tackle, reels, bait, lures, and complimentary fish cleaning. Don't forget a valid Texas saltwater fishing license for each angler, bring something to eat and drink, and come ready to fish!

Fill in date, party size, trip duration, and start time above to book and get out there with Captain Douglas of South Padre Island and Captain Experiences!

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

850 pound black marlin New Zealand

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

Mangrove snapper and bacon wrapped Whitewing breast

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

850 pound black marlin New Zealand

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

Mangrove snapper and bacon wrapped Whitewing breast

What’s your favorite band?

Zz top

What’s your favorite movie?

Lonesome Dove

What’s your favorite sports team?

Texas aggies football

What’s your drink of choice?

Rum and coke

What was your last halloween costume?

Inmate

What do you want for Christmas this year?

Better stock market

How did you get started guiding?

Taking customers for my fathers business early 80’s

What makes you different from other guides?

I’m not tied to time if it is slow I will put in extra time. Knowledge,

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Start Location & Lodging Options

South Padre Island, Texas

Areas Fished

Laguna Madre

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Beat the heat morning 5 hour trip

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Dargle
Year Built: 2023
Boat Length: 22'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Dargle
Year Built: 2023
Boat Length: 22'
Boat Restroom: No
Engine Manufacturer: Suzuki
Total Horsepower: 200
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Wireless Trolling Motor, Ice Box, casting platform

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Jetty, 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.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Live Bait

Live bait is included for this trip.

Weather

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

Disability Friendly

This trip can accommodate those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 14 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an easy level of physical activity.

Waders

Wader rentals are not available.

Boat Restroom

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

Kid Friendly

This trip is best for adults.

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
Drift Fishing
Jigging
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Sight Casting
Trolling
Wading
Topwater Fishing

Everything Else to Know

All gear is included, but I also recommend bringing sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and any gear of your own you want to use on the trip.

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 14 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 14 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

Philip

Verified Review

April 26

Excellent trip!!

Philip

Verified Review

April 26

Excellent trip!!

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Response from Douglas:

To much fun best 4 year olds of the year . Very proud of those boys and congratulations on your 28 inch snook

Response from Douglas:

To much fun best 4 year olds of the year . Very proud of those boys and congratulations on your 28 inch snook

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First Time Booking with Us?

Captain Experiences is home to thousands of quality, vetted fishing, hunting, and other outdoor sports 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, 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.