Rio Fishing Guide Service 

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

Ruben Riojas

Captain

Ruben Riojas

18 years of experience
 ID & credentials verified
 responds within an hour

Highlights

 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Drinks
 Child Friendly
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle
 Food (Snacks)

Plan your trip

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for 2 people
US $425 
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
Price for 2 people
US $425 
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Price for 2 people
US $550 
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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
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Angler rating

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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%

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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!  

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 Delfino D. recommends Rio Fishing Guide Service
Ruben Riojas
Ruben Riojas (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!  

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 Rick L. recommends Rio Fishing Guide Service
Ruben Riojas
Ruben Riojas (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
Ruben Riojas
Ruben Riojas (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
Ruben Riojas
Ruben Riojas (The Captain)
Replied on June 17, 2024
Thank you Ray for booking
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FAQs about Rio Fishing Guide Service

What are the trip rates for Rio Fishing Guide Service?

Rio Fishing Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $425 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $425 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Rio Fishing Guide Service?

When you book a trip with Rio Fishing Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Rio Fishing Guide Service?

Trips booked with Rio Fishing Guide Service include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
What types of fishing does Rio Fishing Guide Service offer?

Rio Fishing Guide Service offers the following types of fishing:

  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
What fishing techniques does Rio Fishing Guide Service offer?

Rio Fishing Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Rio Fishing Guide Service?

Top targeted fish species with Rio Fishing Guide Service include:

  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Sheepshead
  • Snook
  • Spotted Seatrout

Meet your captain

Ruben Riojas

Port Mansfield, Texas, United States

16 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
176 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since April 2015
angler's choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

I am licensed by the U.S. Coast Guard and Texas Park and Wildlife Department for the past 12 years. As a child I grew up fishing and learning from my father and grandfather. Since then I have developed a passion for fishing. I wanted to share my experience on the water with other people.

Fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Snook
Snook
Spotted Seatrout
Spotted Seatrout

Your boat

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

Where you can fish

Inshore Fishing

Nearshore Fishing

Flats Fishing

How you can fish

Light Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Popping

Drift Fishing

What's on board

GPS

Fishfinder

Live Bait Well

Ice Box

Included in the price

Rods, reels & tackle

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

Snacks

Drinks

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

4+

You Keep Catch

Catch and Release Allowed

How to pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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 4% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Port Mansfield right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
SnookSnook