Blue Water Excursions – Deep Sea
Blue Water Excursions is here to give you a unique fishing adventure you’ll never forget. Join this professional crew, whose goal is to provide you with the most enjoyable experience on the water. Captain Chad Banks is a licensed master 200-ton captain with years of experience and thousands of fishing trips offshore of Port Aransas under his belt. His local knowledge and dedication to service will ensure you have a wonderful day out in the big blue and will keep you coming back for more.
The boat you’ll be fishing from is a 36’ long and 12 ft wide Twin Vee catamaran that accommodates up to 6 guests. This catamaran is powered by twin 300 HP Yamaha engines and reaches the speed of 45 knots. There is a private toilet on the boat, as well as a live bait tank, a cooler, and modern navigational electronics.
Choose the trip between 6 and 12 hours long. It all depends on how much effort you want to put in and what species you’re after. Some of your targets will be Red Snapper, Tuna, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, Amberjack, Kingfish, Marlin, Swordfish, and many more.
All fishing equipment is included in the price, so you only need to purchase your fishing license and pack some snacks and drinks for the day. The crew prides itself on offering a great experience at competitive prices.
From tasty inshore species to big game offshore fish, Blue Water Excursions will help you get your trophy.
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (214)
+211Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Appropriate for children
90%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
97%
Jun 11, 2025
6 Hour Trip (AM)
What a Ride.
We set out with storms in the area but were forecasted to stay inland. Weatherman got it wrong. We got out to the red snappers and quickly caught our limit before our Captain said we have to head back due to storms approaching. What a ride. I've never seen such wind and high waves. It took us 2.5 hours to get back in, but we were never worried. The captain really knew what he was doing. The Captain and deck hand Derrick were so nice and are real pros. We caught our limit and a great story to go with it. I highly recommend Blue Water Excursions. I wouldn't use anyone else.
We set out with storms in the area but were forecasted to stay inland. Weatherman got it wrong. We got out to the red snappers...
Aug 24, 2025
8 Hour Trip
Like clockwork every time.
Tell these guys what you want to catch, and they'll put you right on top of them. We use them exclusively because we've gone out with other charters that just don't know this place like these guys do, we catch more fish EVERY time we go.
Tell these guys what you want to catch, and they'll put you right on top of them. We use them exclusively because we've gone out...
Captain replied
Aug 3, 2025
6 Hour Trip (AM)
Worth it! First class experience!
These guys were awesome! They knew all the spots to take us to ensure we had a great day on the water. My kids had a blast (9yro & 12yro) AND we caught our limit😁 They were patient and really showed us great time. We will definitely be back!
These guys were awesome! They knew all the spots to take us to ensure we had a great day on the water. My kids had a blast...
Aug 14, 2025
8 Hour Trip
Fishing with Chad
Chad and Derek were great. They were personable, professional, and kind. This is pretty rare in most walks of life. They did a great job and we’ll be back. Thank you gents!
Chad and Derek were great. They were personable, professional, and kind. This is pretty rare in most walks of life. They did a...
Jul 24, 2025
6 Hour Trip (AM)
BAGGED OUT
Liam had us on king mackerel just past the jetties from the marina in minutes.. Then we went on the journey for the red snapper & he did not disappoint. We all pulled in some 10 lbs + snapper and had some Mahi Mahi as plus while out there. The crew as a whole with Derek was on point. I'd definitely be looking to book with them again
Liam had us on king mackerel just past the jetties from the marina in minutes.. Then we went on the journey for the red snapper...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (214)
+211Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Appropriate for children
90%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
97%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
What a Ride.
6 Hour Trip (AM) on June 11, 2025
We set out with storms in the area but were forecasted to stay inland. Weatherman got it wrong. We got out to the red snappers and quickly caught our limit before our Captain said we have to head back due to storms approaching. What a ride. I've never seen such wind and high waves. It took us 2.5 hours to get back in, but we were never worried. The captain really knew what he was doing. The Captain and deck hand Derrick were so nice and are real pros. We caught our limit and a great story to go with it. I highly recommend Blue Water Excursions. I wouldn't use anyone else.
We set out with storms in the area but were forecasted to stay inland. Weatherman got it wrong. We got out to the red snappers and quickly caught our limit before our Captain said we have to head back due to storms approaching. What a ride. I've never seen such wind and high waves. It took us 2.5 hours to get back in, but we were never worried. The captain really knew what he was doing. The Captain and deck hand Derrick were so nice and are real pros. We caught our limit and a great story to...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Like clockwork every time.
8 Hour Trip on August 24, 2025
Tell these guys what you want to catch, and they'll put you right on top of them. We use them exclusively because we've gone out with other charters that just don't know this place like these guys do, we catch more fish EVERY time we go.
Tell these guys what you want to catch, and they'll put you right on top of them. We use them exclusively because we've gone out with other charters that just don't know this place like these guys do, we catch more fish EVERY time we go.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Worth it! First class experience!
6 Hour Trip (AM) on August 3, 2025
These guys were awesome! They knew all the spots to take us to ensure we had a great day on the water. My kids had a blast (9yro & 12yro) AND we caught our limit😁 They were patient and really showed us great time. We will definitely be back!
These guys were awesome! They knew all the spots to take us to ensure we had a great day on the water. My kids had a blast (9yro & 12yro) AND we caught our limit😁 They were patient and really showed us great time. We will definitely be back!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Fishing with Chad
8 Hour Trip on August 14, 2025
Chad and Derek were great. They were personable, professional, and kind. This is pretty rare in most walks of life. They did a great job and we’ll be back. Thank you gents!
Chad and Derek were great. They were personable, professional, and kind. This is pretty rare in most walks of life. They did a great job and we’ll be back. Thank you gents!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
BAGGED OUT
6 Hour Trip (AM) on July 24, 2025
Liam had us on king mackerel just past the jetties from the marina in minutes.. Then we went on the journey for the red snapper & he did not disappoint. We all pulled in some 10 lbs + snapper and had some Mahi Mahi as plus while out there. The crew as a whole with Derek was on point. I'd definitely be looking to book with them again
Liam had us on king mackerel just past the jetties from the marina in minutes.. Then we went on the journey for the red snapper & he did not disappoint. We all pulled in some 10 lbs + snapper and had some Mahi Mahi as plus while out there. The crew as a whole with Derek was on point. I'd definitely be looking to book with them again
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