Capt. Andrew’s Inshore Charters

Capt. Andrew’s Inshore Charters takes you fishing around the waters of Lower Laguna Madre. If you’re looking for year-round fisheries, a local captain, and a variety of styles, this is the charter for you. Capt. Andrew knows the local waters and will help you get large table fare to brag about.

You can fish for really big Redfish and Speckled Trout. There are also Flounder, Snook, and sharks. Whether it’s sight casting or fishing the spots with ankle-deep waters all the way up to 50’ deep spots, you can get it all here. As for the techniques, Capt. Andrew offers spinning, baitcasting, fly, and trolling combos. You can also head out a bit further and target Kingfish, or Red Snapper in state waters.

Whichever trip you choose, Capt. Andrew will help make your time on the water productive. He’s grown up in South Padre Island and has picked up a few tricks and tips to help you get a fish of a lifetime. He knows his way around these waterways and will gladly cater to novice anglers and veteran fishermen.
Skiff is a like new hewes tailfisher that was bought for fishing the super shallow lower laguna madre. This tailfisher has a 70 yamaha to power it anywhere needed. Once we reach the area the 23’ carbon stiffy push pole we get us to the fish.

Children are welcome and there are life jackets for them onboard in 2 different sizes.

The captain will supply all the gear, lures, and can also provide live bait, at an extra charge. Fly fishing gear is also an option, but you must let the captain know before the trip. Make sure to bring a valid fishing license, a cap, sunglasses, food and drinks of choice, sunblock, and light clothes. Remember to bring your camera to get a nice photo of your day. Once you’re ready, hop aboard and let Capt. Andrew lead the way.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Sight casting poling skiff trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,100
    This trip is on a 17’ poling skiff. Two person max. Will be poled along the clear waters of the laguna madre looking for snook,redfish, and trophy trout. These trips can be out of south padre island or port isabel depending on tide and wind forcast. Fly tackle provided if needed. Two person max
    Targeted fish
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Ladyfish
    Ladyfish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Shark Fishing
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Mar 2
    US $750
    On this full day trip, you will be able to fish for Shark. The target species include Black Tip, Bull Shark, and Sandbar Shark. It's an exciting trip that will get your muscles popping. The captain will supply the gear. You should bring a valid saltwater fishing license, some food and drinks, a cap, sunglasses, sunblock, light clothes, and a camera. Please check with the captain if there is an extra fuel surcharge for offshore trips. This trip is four person max.
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FAQs about Capt. Andrew’s Inshore Charters

Capt. Andrew’s Inshore Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per person - Sight casting poling skiff trip (5 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip – Shark Fishing (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Capt. Andrew’s Inshore Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS Dual garmin units with UHD transducers
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Capt. Andrew’s Inshore Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (On request. Built in Livewell on Boat. )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fly Fishing Equipment (Must request before hand. )

Capt. Andrew’s Inshore Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing (Lower Laguna madre)
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing (Grass flats and pot holes )
  • Backcountry Fishing (Poling, Wading)

Capt. Andrew’s Inshore Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle (Penn )
  • Heavy Tackle (Penn)
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Fly Fishing (TFO/Orvis)
  • Drift Fishing
  • Kite Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Capt. Andrew’s Inshore Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Cobia
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Meet the Captain

Andrew Marikos
South Padre Island, Texas, United States
19 Fishing Reports
38 Customer reviews
Response time 4 hours
Member since May 2015
Capt. Andrew runs inshore fishing trips around the waters of Texas. He has been a captain for nearly two decades and knows these waters well. You will have a good time out on the water with Andrew, whether you're a more experienced fisherman or a novice angler. With Andrew, you can try spinning, bait casting, flying and trolling combos. The charter is sponsored by Lew's and Orvis. If you want to get a big Redfish and Trout in the Lower Laguna Madre, Andrew is a safe bet.

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Cobia Cobia
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)

Boat specs

Hewes (Skiff) originally built in 2009. Powered by a 70HP Yamaha engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 35 knots.

Length
17 ft
Capacity
2 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Lower Laguna madre
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Grass flats and pot holes
Backcountry Fishing
Poling, Wading

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Penn
Heavy Tackle
Penn
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Fly Fishing
TFO/Orvis
Drift Fishing
Kite Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Dual garmin units with UHD transducers
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
On request. Built in Livewell on Boat.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fly Fishing Equipment
Must request before hand.

Cancellation policy

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

Listing policies

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 38 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (19)
Fishing with Andrew
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July fishing trip
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Angler rating
31
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
91%
Friendly captain
94%
Recommend this charter
84%
Appropriate for children
91%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
76%
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Robert H.
Abernathy, TX
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Half day trip with Captain Andrew

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Shark Fishing on May 30, 2021
Best fishing trip I’ve ever had Captain Andrew is very knowledgeable he’ll put you right on the fish his personalities...
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Patty P.
Brownsville, TX
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Great fishing time with Andy

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Bay (AM) on July 22, 2019
We had a great time fishing the bay with Andy.. It was at first experience on my grandsons at fishing in the bay Andy was...
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Lisa P.
Altamont, SD
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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June fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Shark Fishing on June 16, 2021
My boys have been so excited to experience the shark fishing excursion.  Captain was vey professional and exceeded our expectations. ...
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Jerry H.
San Antonio, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great day on the Bay

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Bay (AM) on July 16, 2022
Andrew is a great Captain. My wife and I had a great time laughing and catching fish.
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Nick P.
Houston, Texas
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Full Day Shark Fishing

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Shark Fishing on June 18, 2020
Andrew was great! Really nice guy. We set out to catch a shark and we did!. He had a plan and it worked. In the process, we...
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