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You're in good hands

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About Your Trip

Type

Dolphin Watching, Booze Cruise, Sunset Cruise

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Step aboard with Captain JC for a private cruise designed entirely around you and your group. This is your opportunity to enjoy time on the water without sharing the experience with strangers, giving you the freedom to relax, celebrate, and create the perfect outing at your own pace.

Whether you're planning a romantic evening, a family gathering, a special celebration, or simply a relaxing escape on the water, this private cruise can be customized to match your vision. Captain JC works with your preferences to create an experience that fits your group, allowing you to focus on enjoying the scenery, the company, and the moment.

One of the highlights of this trip is the flexibility to choose from a variety of scenic locations. Cruise through calm bay waters, explore picturesque coastal areas, or venture into more open water for sweeping views of the horizon. If you're looking for a sunset cruise, Captain JC can position the boat in the perfect spot to watch the sky transform into brilliant shades of gold, orange, pink, and purple as the sun slips below the horizon.

Bring along your favorite beverages, connect your music, and enjoy the atmosphere exactly the way you like it. Whether you prefer a quiet and peaceful cruise or a more lively gathering with friends and family, the experience is tailored to your style. The private setting allows everyone to spread out, relax, and enjoy uninterrupted time together on the water.

Throughout the trip, you'll enjoy beautiful coastal views, refreshing sea breezes, and the unique perspective that only a boat can provide. Every cruise is different because every group is different, making each outing a truly personalized adventure.

If you're looking for a flexible, comfortable, and memorable way to experience the water, Captain JC's private cruise offers the perfect combination of scenery, relaxation, and customization. All you have to do is step aboard, enjoy the ride, and make lasting memories with the people who matter most.

Amenities

Type

Dolphin Watching, Booze Cruise, Sunset Cruise

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

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.

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 small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 10 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	2 hours	3 hours	4 hours
1 Person	$325.00	$400.00	$475.00
2 People	$325.00	$400.00	$475.00
3 People	$325.00	$400.00	$475.00
4 People	$325.00	$400.00	$475.00
5 People	$325.00	$400.00	$475.00
6 People	$325.00	$400.00	$475.00

Pay 25% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

About Your Guide

Jc C.

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Quality

Adventurous

About Your Guide

Jc C.

Independent Guide

I’ve been around boats all my life. I caught my first saltwater fish when I was 5 years old, it was a King fish. My grandparents took me out on their deep sea yacht, the Salty Dog and I got sea sick (lol) but my Papaw made me reel until he could grab n brought it onboard. I owned my first boat in the 1980s. I also was a deckhand for three seasons on my Uncle’s charter boat, a 72’ Custom Hatteras out of Bridgeport Marina in Texas. I’ve been a USCG Licensed Captain for over 10 years and dual licensed, Offshore and Inland. Time on the water is the Best Therapy.

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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

8’ Bull Shark

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

Anything Smoked

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?

8’ Bull Shark

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

Anything Smoked

What’s your favorite band?

Lynyrd Skynyrd

What’s your favorite movie?

All

What’s your favorite sports team?

Dallas Cowgirls

What’s your drink of choice?

Water.. chased with Crown

What was your last halloween costume?

Biker

What do you want for Christmas this year?

Peace on Earth

How did you get started guiding?

My uncle chartered out of Freeport Texas for over 40 years. I got to deckhand for a few summers.

What makes you different from other guides?

May passion for the water. I try to encourage guest to feel the serenity away from land. This helps people to enjoy fishing as much as catching.

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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 Aransas, Texas

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Sunset Cruise And Dolphin Watching

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Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Angler
Boat Length: 31'
Boat Restroom: Yes

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Angler
Boat Length: 31'
Boat Restroom: Yes
Engine Manufacturer: Mercury
Total Horsepower: 300
Number of Engines: 2
Additional Amenities: Restroom, swim ladder, Bluetooth stereo and more.

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Trip Details & Amenities

Type

Dolphin Watching, Booze Cruise, Sunset Cruise

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

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.

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 small children.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled up to 10 days before the trip.

Physicality

This trip requires an average level of physical activity.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Everything Else to Know

All safety gear is included except small kid’s life vest. We also varnish an ice chest with ice, but we also recommend bringing your favorite beverages and snacks, sunglasses, sunscreen, weather-appropriate clothing, and anything else you might want on the trip. No glass please.

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. Cancelling within 10 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

Mckenna

Verified Review

April 17

JC was phenomenal! If you’re going to book anything in the Port Aransas area, book JC! 10/10 definitely will come back!

Mckenna

Verified Review

April 17

JC was phenomenal! If you’re going to book anything in the Port Aransas area, book JC! 10/10 definitely will come back!

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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.