Capt.Hector Lopez Fishing Charters 

4.8/5 (181 reviews)
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 West Palm Street 204, South Padre Island, TX 78597, United States
4.8/5 (181 reviews)
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West Palm Street 204
South Padre Island, TX, United States
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Captain Hector Lopez has been fishing since he was a child and loves to share his passion with his customers. You’ll have fun on a trip with Capt. Hector and leave as close friends.

Your group of up to 5 anglers will be spending the day on a 25’ Majek Illusion boat. This vessel will provide you with a stable ride and get you to the fishing grounds quickly with its 300 HP Mercury engine. The boat is equipped with full safety and navigational gear, so you can fish with peace of mind.

You’ll be fishing for Flounder, Spotted Seatrout, Redfish, Snook, and Black Drum. Fish cleaner on site and can fillet the fish. You can take it home with you after the trip. Have a cooler with ice to transport them back home in.

Children over 4 are welcome on board. The captain has life vests in a variety of sizes, with the smallest being suitable for a 4-year-old.

Capt. Hector will supply you with reels, light tackle, and medium light rods. This will help you catch your fish. Please bring a small cooler for your food and drinks.

Everyone over 16 on board will need to buy a fishing license before the day of the trip.

Book a trip today with Captain Hector Lopez Fishing Guide for an unforgettable adventure the whole family will enjoy.

Fish Cleaning Fee is not included.

Se Habla Español!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 181 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.8/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (167)

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Angler rating

161
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

94%

Appropriate for children

98%

Friendly captain

99%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

94%

Caught fish

91%

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Showing: 5 of 181 reviews
John M.
John M.
5.0/5

Apr 20, 2025

Morning Private Bay Fishing

Hector is a great Captain

VERIFIED

We did a two day trip. Even though conditions were not perfect this week, Hector got us on the Redfish and we all had a great time and we all got Redfish. Hector was always working hard and his great attitude, helpful tips, and professional ethics gave us great value for our adventure.

We did a two day trip. Even though conditions were not perfect this week, Hector got us on the Redfish and we all had a great...  

 John M. recommends Capt.Hector Lopez Fishing Charters
1 person finds this review helpful
 John M. recommends Capt.Hector Lopez Fishing Charters
1 person finds this review helpful

Justin P.
Justin P.
5.0/5

May 31, 2025

Private Bay Fishing Afternoon

Had a blast!

VERIFIED

This was my first time fishing saltwater and i couldnt have asked for a better time, we were on fish not 15 minutes after we stopped the boat. Capt. Hector did an awesome job explaining where to cast and what to do and it worked perfect. Ill be back for sure!

This was my first time fishing saltwater and i couldnt have asked for a better time, we were on fish not 15 minutes after we stopped...  

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Jason S.
Jason S.
5.0/5

Mar 31, 2025

Morning Private Bay Fishing

Fishing trip for 5

VERIFIED

Hector was great. Very informative and knows his stuff. We had a couple of rookies and he was great with all of the questions we had. Did not catch much the first day so he brought us out again the next day. Would recommend.

Hector was great. Very informative and knows his stuff. We had a couple of rookies and he was great with all of the questions...  

 Jason S. recommends Capt.Hector Lopez Fishing Charters
1 person finds this review helpful
 Jason S. recommends Capt.Hector Lopez Fishing Charters
1 person finds this review helpful

Jeanet R.
Jeanet R.
5.0/5

Jul 15, 2025

Morning Private Bay Fishing

A whole lot of fun and a lot of fish!

VERIFIED

He put us on a school of black drum. We got our bags in a short time, and it felt like each cast was producing a fish. We caught some sea trout too. Overall a great time!

He put us on a school of black drum. We got our bags in a short time, and it felt like each cast was producing a fish. We caught...  

 Jeanet R. recommends Capt.Hector Lopez Fishing Charters
 Jeanet R. recommends Capt.Hector Lopez Fishing Charters

Jeremy W.
Jeremy W.
5.0/5

Dec 27, 2024

Bay Fishing Trip

What a morning!!

VERIFIED

My boys are still talking about it...they had a blast caught so many fish and had it cooked up later best experience this vacation...Capt. Lopez was a blast and made this trip. His attention to detail and moving us around to get great catches is what made the day. In the end 3 red fish 9 black drum and a sting ray (we cut loose) WHAT A DAY!!

My boys are still talking about it...they had a blast caught so many fish and had it cooked up later best experience this vacation...Capt....  

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 Jeremy W. recommends Capt.Hector Lopez Fishing Charters
 Jeremy W. recommends Capt.Hector Lopez Fishing Charters

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 181 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.8/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (167)

Great trip
Great trip
Great trip
+164

Angler rating

161
10
3
2
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

94%

Appropriate for children

98%

Friendly captain

99%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

94%

Caught fish

91%

Showing 1 - 5 of 181 reviews
Showing: 5 of 181 reviews
John M.
John M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Hector is a great Captain

VERIFIED

Morning Private Bay Fishing on April 20, 2025

We did a two day trip. Even though conditions were not perfect this week, Hector got us on the Redfish and we all had a great time and we all got Redfish. Hector was always working hard and his great attitude, helpful tips, and professional ethics gave us great value for our adventure.

We did a two day trip. Even though conditions were not perfect this week, Hector got us on the Redfish and we all had a great time and we all got Redfish. Hector was always working hard and his great attitude, helpful tips, and professional ethics gave us great value for our adventure.  

 John M. recommends Capt.Hector Lopez Fishing Charters
1 person finds this review helpful

Justin P.
Justin P.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Had a blast!

VERIFIED

Private Bay Fishing Afternoon on May 31, 2025

This was my first time fishing saltwater and i couldnt have asked for a better time, we were on fish not 15 minutes after we stopped the boat. Capt. Hector did an awesome job explaining where to cast and what to do and it worked perfect. Ill be back for sure!

This was my first time fishing saltwater and i couldnt have asked for a better time, we were on fish not 15 minutes after we stopped the boat. Capt. Hector did an awesome job explaining where to cast and what to do and it worked perfect. Ill be back for sure!  

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 Justin P. recommends Capt.Hector Lopez Fishing Charters

Jason S.
Jason S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing trip for 5

VERIFIED

Morning Private Bay Fishing on March 31, 2025

Hector was great. Very informative and knows his stuff. We had a couple of rookies and he was great with all of the questions we had. Did not catch much the first day so he brought us out again the next day. Would recommend.

Hector was great. Very informative and knows his stuff. We had a couple of rookies and he was great with all of the questions we had. Did not catch much the first day so he brought us out again the next day. Would recommend.  

 Jason S. recommends Capt.Hector Lopez Fishing Charters
1 person finds this review helpful

Jeanet R.
Jeanet R.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

A whole lot of fun and a lot of fish!

VERIFIED

Morning Private Bay Fishing on July 15, 2025

He put us on a school of black drum. We got our bags in a short time, and it felt like each cast was producing a fish. We caught some sea trout too. Overall a great time!

He put us on a school of black drum. We got our bags in a short time, and it felt like each cast was producing a fish. We caught some sea trout too. Overall a great time!  

 Jeanet R. recommends Capt.Hector Lopez Fishing Charters

Jeremy W.
Jeremy W.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

What a morning!!

VERIFIED

Bay Fishing Trip on December 27, 2024

My boys are still talking about it...they had a blast caught so many fish and had it cooked up later best experience this vacation...Capt. Lopez was a blast and made this trip. His attention to detail and moving us around to get great catches is what made the day. In the end 3 red fish 9 black drum and a sting ray (we cut loose) WHAT A DAY!!

My boys are still talking about it...they had a blast caught so many fish and had it cooked up later best experience this vacation...Capt. Lopez was a blast and made this trip. His attention to detail and moving us around to get great catches is what made the day. In the end 3 red fish 9 black drum and a sting ray (we cut loose) WHAT A DAY!!  

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FAQs about Capt.Hector Lopez Fishing Charters

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2021
Boat manufacturer
Majek
Boat type
Flats boat

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
60 knots
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