Rio Fishing Guide Service 

4.9/5 (23 reviews)
 
State licensed
 600 Mansfield Drive, Port Mansfield, TX 78598, United States

Rio Fishing Guide Service 

 
State licensed
4.9/5 (23)
 Angler's Choice
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600 Mansfield Drive
Port Mansfield, TX, United States
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Rio Fishing Guide Service runs fishing trips around the Lower Laguna Madre where you can get some of the best Texas inshore fishing. Come explore these flats and target numerous species, including Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder, Black Drum, Pompano, Snook, and more. With year-round availability, these fisheries will have you spoiled for choice.

No matter how experienced you are, the vast flats, where crystal clear waters are just a foot deep, will have you coming back for more. You can try sight fishing, fly fishing, live, or artificial bait. These fish are real fighters! Still, even complete novices can try and get a tasty meal.

You will be fishing from a 24’ Shallow Sport Boats center console. Powered by a 250 HP Suzuki engine, she can reach speeds of up to 45 knots. The boat features GPS and a fishfinder, has an ice box, a live bait well and stores safety gear. Up to six anglers can come along and spend quality time with enough space for fishing.

Your guide for the day is Captain Ruben. He has been a fisherman for nearly a decade. He comes from a family of fishermen and has seen numerous customers catch the fish of their dreams. Ruben loves fishing and will make sure you have a nice day exploring the flats and backcountry waters.

All the fishing gear will be waiting for you onboard. You need to purchase a valid Texas saltwater fishing license. Also, pack food, drinks, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, and a camera. Kids are welcome to join the chase.

Invite your friends and come explore the fishing opportunities of the Lower Laguna Madre!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 23 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (16)

July fishing trip
Great fishing trip
Great Time
+13

Angler rating

21
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

91%

Caught fish

85%

Showing 1 - 5 of 23 reviews
Showing: 5 of 23 reviews
Justin G.
Justin G.
5.0/5

Apr 26, 2025

Half Day Trip (AM)

Excellent

VERIFIED

Ruben was awesome, great working with our group and finding fish. Very personable and helpful through whole trip. Highly recommended by all 4 of us!

Ruben was awesome, great working with our group and finding fish. Very personable and helpful through whole trip. Highly recommended...  

 Justin G. recommends Rio Fishing Guide Service
 Justin G. recommends Rio Fishing Guide Service

Delfino D.
Delfino D.
5.0/5

Mar 14, 2024

Half Day Trip (AM)

Great Experience and Fishing

VERIFIED

Captain Ruben is an outstanding guide and very knowledgeable of the area! He provides excellent service, care and does all he can to get you on fish. Weather conditions were not optimal but Captain Ruben made the trip optimal as we limited out fish. Highly recommend a trip with Captain Ruben and I have already shared his contact info with several friends as well as looking forward to planning another trip soon! Thank you for the fun fishing trip Captain!

Captain Ruben is an outstanding guide and very knowledgeable of the area! He provides excellent service, care and does all he...  

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 Delfino D. recommends Rio Fishing Guide Service
 Delfino D. recommends Rio Fishing Guide Service
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Replied on March 16, 2024
Thanks

Rick L.
Rick L.
5.0/5

May 25, 2024

Half Day Trip (AM)

Great Time

VERIFIED

My wife and I had a great time with Capt Riojas. He was knowledgeable about the area, and put us in some great catches- including a 30 inch Red my wife brought in and a 24.5 inch trout I, of course, released!

My wife and I had a great time with Capt Riojas. He was knowledgeable about the area, and put us in some great catches- including...  

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Captain replied
 Rick L. recommends Rio Fishing Guide Service
 Rick L. recommends Rio Fishing Guide Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on May 29, 2024
Thanks hope to see you all soon

Danielle G.
Danielle G.
5.0/5

Jul 5, 2024

Full Day Trip

July fishing trip

VERIFIED

Ruben was an excellent guide. He worked hard to put us on fish. Very knowledgeable of the area. Highly recommend giving him a try

Ruben was an excellent guide. He worked hard to put us on fish. Very knowledgeable of the area. Highly recommend giving him a...  

Captain replied
 Danielle G. recommends Rio Fishing Guide Service
 Danielle G. recommends Rio Fishing Guide Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 8, 2024
Thanks for booking
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Raymond V.
Raymond V.
5.0/5

Jun 16, 2024

Half Day Trip (AM)

Great fishing trip

VERIFIED

Captain Ruben did a Great job. Knew where the fish were and we all had a Great fishing trip with him

Captain Ruben did a Great job. Knew where the fish were and we all had a Great fishing trip with him  

Captain replied
 Raymond V. recommends Rio Fishing Guide Service
 Raymond V. recommends Rio Fishing Guide Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 17, 2024
Thank you Ray for booking
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Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip (AM)
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5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $425 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
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5 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
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US $425 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $550 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 23 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (16)

July fishing trip
Great fishing trip
Great Time
+13

Angler rating

21
1
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

91%

Caught fish

85%

Showing 1 - 5 of 23 reviews
Showing: 5 of 23 reviews
Justin G.
Justin G.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Excellent

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) on April 26, 2025

Ruben was awesome, great working with our group and finding fish. Very personable and helpful through whole trip. Highly recommended by all 4 of us!

Ruben was awesome, great working with our group and finding fish. Very personable and helpful through whole trip. Highly recommended by all 4 of us!  

 Justin G. recommends Rio Fishing Guide Service

Delfino D.
Delfino D.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Experience and Fishing

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) on March 14, 2024

Captain Ruben is an outstanding guide and very knowledgeable of the area! He provides excellent service, care and does all he can to get you on fish. Weather conditions were not optimal but Captain Ruben made the trip optimal as we limited out fish. Highly recommend a trip with Captain Ruben and I have already shared his contact info with several friends as well as looking forward to planning another trip soon! Thank you for the fun fishing trip Captain!

Captain Ruben is an outstanding guide and very knowledgeable of the area! He provides excellent service, care and does all he can to get you on fish. Weather conditions were not optimal but Captain Ruben made the trip optimal as we limited out fish. Highly recommend a trip with Captain Ruben and I have already shared his contact info with several friends as well as looking forward to planning another trip soon! Thank you for the fun fishing trip Captain!  

Review media 0
Review media 1
 Delfino D. recommends Rio Fishing Guide Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on March 16, 2024
Thanks

Rick L.
Rick L.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Time

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) on May 25, 2024

My wife and I had a great time with Capt Riojas. He was knowledgeable about the area, and put us in some great catches- including a 30 inch Red my wife brought in and a 24.5 inch trout I, of course, released!

My wife and I had a great time with Capt Riojas. He was knowledgeable about the area, and put us in some great catches- including a 30 inch Red my wife brought in and a 24.5 inch trout I, of course, released!  

Review media 0
Review media 1
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 Rick L. recommends Rio Fishing Guide Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on May 29, 2024
Thanks hope to see you all soon

Danielle G.
Danielle G.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

July fishing trip

VERIFIED

Full Day Trip on July 5, 2024

Ruben was an excellent guide. He worked hard to put us on fish. Very knowledgeable of the area. Highly recommend giving him a try

Ruben was an excellent guide. He worked hard to put us on fish. Very knowledgeable of the area. Highly recommend giving him a try  

 Danielle G. recommends Rio Fishing Guide Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 8, 2024
Thanks for booking
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Raymond V.
Raymond V.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great fishing trip

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip (AM) on June 16, 2024

Captain Ruben did a Great job. Knew where the fish were and we all had a Great fishing trip with him

Captain Ruben did a Great job. Knew where the fish were and we all had a Great fishing trip with him  

 Raymond V. recommends Rio Fishing Guide Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 17, 2024
Thank you Ray for booking
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FAQs about Rio Fishing Guide Service

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2022
Boat manufacturer
Shallow Sport Boats
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots
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