Captain Phil Hill’s Guide Service
Taking a trip with Captain Phil Hill’s Guide Service is one of the best ways to explore the waters around South Padre Island. Join Captain Phil, who’s been fishing these waters his whole life. Inshore spots are perfect if you’ve never gone fishing before and want to learn the basics. Now, you can take a trip with a guide, who’ll show you how to catch your first fish.
Aboard an 18’ Shallow Sport boat that accommodates up to 3 guests. This great flats boat has been fully refurbished in 2019 and features the latest navigational electronics. She’s powered by a 140 HP Suzuki engine and has a live bait tank and a cooler.
Capt. Phil can put you on Redfish, Trout, Snook, Black Drum, Mangrove Snapper, and Flounder. You’ll use quality Shimano equipment, mainly spinning and drift fishing. You can tag and release, throw back just for the sport of it or take your catch to the local restaurant and have them cooked just the way you like them.
Not to worry, Captain Phil will clean your fish for you and it’s free of charge. He’ll also cover your fishing equipment, including both artificial and live bait. You need to purchase your fishing license in advance, and bring some snacks and drinks for the day.
Experience some of the best fishing of South Padre Island and get in touch with Captain Phil Hill’s Guide Service.
FAQs about Captain Phil Hill’s Guide Service
- US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live Bait Well
- Multimedia System
- Ice Box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live Bait
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Drinks (Water)
- Inshore Fishing
- Flats Fishing (Laguna Madre bay)
- Light Tackle (Shimano reels )
- Spinning
- Drift Fishing
- Black Drum
- Flounder
- Redfish
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snook
- Speckled Trout
Meet the Captain
| ID & license verified |
| 3 Customer reviews |
| Response time within an hour |
| Member since April 2018 |
About this listing
Targeted species
Black Drum
Flounder
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Speckled Trout
Boat specs
Shallow Sport (Flats boat) originally built in 1992, and restored in 2019. Powered by a 140HP Suzuki engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 50 knots.
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Trip includes
Cancellation policy
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.
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Payment
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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
Checks
Bank Transfer