Rio Fishing Guide Service
Rio Fishing Guide Service
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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!
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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Reviews (25)
Randy Read•
Texas, USMember since 20265.0VerifiedNo live bait? No problem!
Full Day Trip on March 16, 2026 • 3 adultsA storm had come through a couple of days earlier, so there was no live bait. But Captain Ruben worked hard at finding fish and we caught a lot.
Delfino Diaz•Texas, USMember since 20245.0VerifiedGreat Experience and Fishing
Half Day Trip (AM) on March 14, 2024 • 2 adultsCaptain 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!
Rick Leal•Laredo, TX, USMember since 20235.0VerifiedGreat Time
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 25, 2024 • 2 adultsMy 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!
Mike CadellRepeat angler•Texas, US•Member since 20202 trips5.0VerifiedHalf day trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 4, 2020 • 2 adultsHad a great trip. We got on lots of fish. Ruben was the best. Highly recommend!!
Brandon Aldaco•San Antonio, TX, USMember since 20205.0VerifiedHalf day trip with Captain Ruben
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 24, 2020 • 2 adultsHad a great time out on our trip. Was windy and a little tough but we still were put on some fish
- Mario Martinez•Texas, USMember since 20205.0Verified
June fishing trip
Half Day Trip (PM) on June 20, 2020 • 3 adultsAwesome fishing trip!
Ralph Gearhart•San Antonio, TX, USMember since 20265.0VerifiedOutstanding
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 17, 2026 • 2 adultsCaptain Riojas knew the water and exactly where to find the fish. Will use him again.
Justin Gwin•Texas, USMember since 20245.0VerifiedExcellent
Half Day Trip (AM) on April 26, 2025 • 5 adultsRuben was awesome, great working with our group and finding fish. Very personable and helpful through whole trip. Highly recommended by all 4 of us!
Danielle Garsee•Texas, USMember since 20245.0VerifiedJuly fishing trip
Full Day Trip on July 5, 2024 • 2 adultsRuben was an excellent guide. He worked hard to put us on fish. Very knowledgeable of the area. Highly recommend giving him a try
- Raymond Vasofski•Texas, USMember since 20245.0Verified
Great fishing trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 16, 2024 • 5 adultsCaptain Ruben did a Great job. Knew where the fish were and we all had a Great fishing trip with him
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Captain Riojas knew the water and exactly where to find the fish. Will use him again.
thank you for booking
A storm had come through a couple of days earlier, so there was no live bait. But Captain Ruben worked hard at finding fish and we caught a lot.
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!
Thanks
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!
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!
Thanks hope to see you all soon
FAQs about Rio Fishing Guide Service
- US $425 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
- US $425 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (5 hours)
- US $600 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
- US $900 per group, additional US $150 per person after 3 guests - Tournament Fishing (8 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting
- Snacks
- Drinks
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Flats fishing
- Light tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Popping
- Drift fishing
- Black Drum
- Flounder
- Sheepshead
- Snook
- Speckled Trout
Your captain
Port Mansfield, Texas, United States
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.
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How cancellations work
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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Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
How you can pay
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:
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When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.
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State licensed4.9(8)24 ftGroup size 1 - 61 - 6
+25 hour trip • 2 personsUS $675
