Crystal Flats Guide Service CAPT CLIFF 

4.9/5 (23 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Bass Avenue 917, Port Isabel, TX 78578, United States
 
State licensed
4.9/5 (23 reviews)
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Bass Avenue 917
Port Isabel, TX, United States

Over 50 years of fishing experience in local waters. Team up with Captain Cliff Fleming of Crystal Flats Guide Service for an inshore angling adventure you’ll want to repeat! With a guide that has over 4 decades of experience and knows all the hideouts and tricks of the fish, you’re in for a thrilling day on the water.

Let’s start with your ride for the day – a 24’ Shallow Stalker flats boat that has more than enough room to put up to 6 excited fishermen on the hottest bite. She’s geared with a 250 HP Mercury Pro XS 4-stroke engine that makes her perfectly stable for different types of fishing, including flats, backcountry, nearshore, and inshore angling. You will get all the fishing equipment you’ll use, including rods, reels, tackle, as well as live bait and lures.Garmin .
You’re free to book either a half-day or a full-day trip with Capt. Cliff, who knows just where to take you to put you on the fish in a matter of minutes. Waters around Port Isabel offer an abundance of different species, and you can look forward to a mixed bag of catch by the end of your expedition.

Redfish, Mangrove Snapper, Tripletail, Snook, Speckled Trout, and Flounder are just some of the most popular catches that will give you a proper fight as you’re reeling them in. Superstars like Silver King (Tarpon) could also make an appearance, and then it’s time to bring forth your A-game.

Crystal Flats Guide Service will provide you with everything you need for a successful and fun day of fishing, what you should bring is a valid fishing license and a cooler with snacks, drinks, and lunch for longer trips. This charter is kid-friendly, and Capt. Cliff loves having little ones on board, as long as they’re 5 and older. He will have life vests for everyone, but if you’d prefer to bring a vest for your child, feel free to do so.

Boat: 2022 24' Shallowstalker Pro Cat, 240 Mercury PRO XS 250,  BLUETOOTH system 10' Powerpole.2 live wells, Shade, Temple Fork 7 ft rods, Shimano 2500 Vanford reels

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 23 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (77)

Got us our limit
Got us our limit
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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

94%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

91%

Caught fish

90%

Showing 1 - 5 of 23 reviews
Showing: 5 of 23 reviews
Angela M.
Angela M.
5.0/5

Apr 24, 2025

5 hr Family Friendly

Fish catching adventure with Capt Cliff

VERIFIED

Capt Cliff greeted in the morning with a smile! Capt CIiff is laid back and keeps a level of professional skill in his trade. He gave us some basic tips and other tips of knowledge, remembered and used our names (maybe he had a post-it but it feels good that someone took the time to do this). My dog was allowed to go fishing with me which just brought joy to my heart. We caught multiple fish thanks to Capt Cliff working to keep us on them. I had such a great time and would highly recommend!

Capt Cliff greeted in the morning with a smile! Capt CIiff is laid back and keeps a level of professional skill in his trade....  

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 Angela M. recommends Crystal Flats Guide Service CAPT CLIFF
 Angela M. recommends Crystal Flats Guide Service CAPT CLIFF
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Replied on April 25, 2025
Angela, Brooklyn, and of course the well behaved Poodle puppy. Thank you for the super positive review. It's nice to know details that made the trip a success. A real smile is always a goid way to start and end a day. Hope all of you can return soon. Stay safe in your travels and enjoy the fish fillets. Captain Cliff Fleming
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Shane G.
Shane G.
5.0/5

Feb 18, 2025

5 hr Family Friendly

Iowa comes to South Padre Island

VERIFIED

I had the best experience with my two twenty something sons. We caught our limit in 2 hours, what an awesome day! Captain Cliff was very knowledgeable and obviously knows how to fish, and made it fun.

I had the best experience with my two twenty something sons. We caught our limit in 2 hours, what an awesome day! Captain Cliff...  

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 Shane G. recommends Crystal Flats Guide Service CAPT CLIFF
 Shane G. recommends Crystal Flats Guide Service CAPT CLIFF
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Replied on February 19, 2025
Thank you Shane Gross for the great review. I had a blast with you and your boys. Happy trails and very safe travels back to Iowa.
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Kristina B.
Kristina B.
5.0/5

Mar 31, 2025

5 hr Family Friendly

Kid friendly!

VERIFIED

We are by far not experienced in fishing but love trying it when we travel. Captain Cliff was so patient with our 10 and 7 year old! We caught fish and made some wonderful family memories.

We are by far not experienced in fishing but love trying it when we travel. Captain Cliff was so patient with our 10 and 7 year...  

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 Kristina B. recommends Crystal Flats Guide Service CAPT CLIFF
 Kristina B. recommends Crystal Flats Guide Service CAPT CLIFF
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Replied on April 1, 2025
Kris thank you so much for the kind positive review. Your boys are the best. Parents that make the effort to do outdoor activities with their kids can expect that especially fishing. I'm so glad we were able to get on fish after our area had almost 13 inches of rain a couple of days before during an unprecedented flood in the area. I hope to see your return soon when you can and I really appreciate you taking time to review our fishing trip. Say hello to Carter and Waylen for me!
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Jesse T.
Jesse T.
5.0/5

Feb 25, 2025

Dolphin watch birding fish

Caught Our Limit Great Experience

VERIFIED

Captain Cliff made it a great experience for my son and I!

Captain Cliff made it a great experience for my son and I!  

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 Jesse T. recommends Crystal Flats Guide Service CAPT CLIFF
 Jesse T. recommends Crystal Flats Guide Service CAPT CLIFF
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on February 26, 2025
Thank you Jesse and Avery for the positive review. I has a blast too. Come back any time!
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Willis L.
Willis L.
5.0/5

Jun 20, 2025

5 hr Family Friendly

Got us our limit

VERIFIED

Accommodating and patient. Thanks, Cliff!

Accommodating and patient. Thanks, Cliff!  

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 Willis L. recommends Crystal Flats Guide Service CAPT CLIFF
 Willis L. recommends Crystal Flats Guide Service CAPT CLIFF
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 20, 2025
Thank you Willis for the positive review I very much enjoyed every minute of our fishing adventure today with your truly outstanding family. Fishing brings us all together! Sometimes we don't forget those special times especially the young ones. It was my pleasure making four new friends today. With all due respect, Captain Cliff Fleming
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Trip availability and prices

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3 hrs easy fishing
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3 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $425 
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Captain Cliff Fleming SPi Fishing
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4 hr Family Friendly
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 23 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (77)

Got us our limit
Got us our limit
Got us our limit
+74

Angler rating

19
3
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

94%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

91%

Caught fish

90%

Showing 1 - 5 of 23 reviews
Showing: 5 of 23 reviews
Angela M.
Angela M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fish catching adventure with Capt Cliff

VERIFIED

5 hr Family Friendly on April 24, 2025

Capt Cliff greeted in the morning with a smile! Capt CIiff is laid back and keeps a level of professional skill in his trade. He gave us some basic tips and other tips of knowledge, remembered and used our names (maybe he had a post-it but it feels good that someone took the time to do this). My dog was allowed to go fishing with me which just brought joy to my heart. We caught multiple fish thanks to Capt Cliff working to keep us on them. I had such a great time and would highly recommend!

Capt Cliff greeted in the morning with a smile! Capt CIiff is laid back and keeps a level of professional skill in his trade. He gave us some basic tips and other tips of knowledge, remembered and used our names (maybe he had a post-it but it feels good that someone took the time to do this). My dog was allowed to go fishing with me which just brought joy to my heart. We caught multiple fish thanks to Capt Cliff working to keep us on them. I had such a great time and would highly recommend!  

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 Angela M. recommends Crystal Flats Guide Service CAPT CLIFF
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on April 25, 2025
Angela, Brooklyn, and of course the well behaved Poodle puppy. Thank you for the super positive review. It's nice to know details that made the trip a success. A real smile is always a goid way to start and end a day. Hope all of you can return soon. Stay safe in your travels and enjoy the fish fillets. Captain Cliff Fleming
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Shane G.
Shane G.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Iowa comes to South Padre Island

VERIFIED

5 hr Family Friendly on February 18, 2025

I had the best experience with my two twenty something sons. We caught our limit in 2 hours, what an awesome day! Captain Cliff was very knowledgeable and obviously knows how to fish, and made it fun.

I had the best experience with my two twenty something sons. We caught our limit in 2 hours, what an awesome day! Captain Cliff was very knowledgeable and obviously knows how to fish, and made it fun.  

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 Shane G. recommends Crystal Flats Guide Service CAPT CLIFF
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on February 19, 2025
Thank you Shane Gross for the great review. I had a blast with you and your boys. Happy trails and very safe travels back to Iowa.
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Kristina B.
Kristina B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Kid friendly!

VERIFIED

5 hr Family Friendly on March 31, 2025

We are by far not experienced in fishing but love trying it when we travel. Captain Cliff was so patient with our 10 and 7 year old! We caught fish and made some wonderful family memories.

We are by far not experienced in fishing but love trying it when we travel. Captain Cliff was so patient with our 10 and 7 year old! We caught fish and made some wonderful family memories.  

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 Kristina B. recommends Crystal Flats Guide Service CAPT CLIFF
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on April 1, 2025
Kris thank you so much for the kind positive review. Your boys are the best. Parents that make the effort to do outdoor activities with their kids can expect that especially fishing. I'm so glad we were able to get on fish after our area had almost 13 inches of rain a couple of days before during an unprecedented flood in the area. I hope to see your return soon when you can and I really appreciate you taking time to review our fishing trip. Say hello to Carter and Waylen for me!
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Jesse T.
Jesse T.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Caught Our Limit Great Experience

VERIFIED

Dolphin watch birding fish on February 25, 2025

Captain Cliff made it a great experience for my son and I!

Captain Cliff made it a great experience for my son and I!  

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 Jesse T. recommends Crystal Flats Guide Service CAPT CLIFF
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on February 26, 2025
Thank you Jesse and Avery for the positive review. I has a blast too. Come back any time!
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Willis L.
Willis L.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Got us our limit

VERIFIED

5 hr Family Friendly on June 20, 2025

Accommodating and patient. Thanks, Cliff!

Accommodating and patient. Thanks, Cliff!  

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 Willis L. recommends Crystal Flats Guide Service CAPT CLIFF
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 20, 2025
Thank you Willis for the positive review I very much enjoyed every minute of our fishing adventure today with your truly outstanding family. Fishing brings us all together! Sometimes we don't forget those special times especially the young ones. It was my pleasure making four new friends today. With all due respect, Captain Cliff Fleming
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FAQs about Crystal Flats Guide Service CAPT CLIFF

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2023
Boat manufacturer
Shallow Stalker Cat 240 Pro
Boat type
Flats boat

Engine model
Mercury Pro XS 250 hp four stroke
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots
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