Capt. Andrew’s Inshore Charters

Capt. Andrew’s Inshore Charters takes you fishing around the waters of Lower Laguna Madre. If you’re looking for year-round fisheries, a local captain, and a variety of styles, this is the charter for you. Capt. Andrew knows the local waters and will help you get large table fare to brag about.

You can fish for really big Redfish and Speckled Trout. There are also Flounder, Snook, and sharks. Whether it’s sight casting or fishing the spots with ankle-deep waters all the way up to 50’ deep spots, you can get it all here. As for the techniques, Capt. Andrew offers spinning, baitcasting, fly, and trolling combos. You can also head out a bit further and target Kingfish, or Red Snapper in state waters.

Whichever trip you choose, Capt. Andrew will help make your time on the water productive. He’s grown up in South Padre Island and has picked up a few tricks and tips to help you get a fish of a lifetime. He knows his way around these waterways and will gladly cater to novice anglers and veteran fishermen.

Children are welcome and there are life jackets for them onboard in 2 different sizes.

The captain will supply all the gear, lures, and can also provide live bait, at an extra charge. Fly fishing gear is also an option, but you must let the captain know before the trip. Make sure to bring a valid fishing license, a cap, sunglasses, food and drinks of choice, sunblock, and light clothes. Remember to bring your camera to get a nice photo of your day. Once you’re ready, hop aboard and let Capt. Andrew lead the way.



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    Inshore bay fishing
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $525
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Backcountry Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Fly Fishing
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    Snook
    Snook
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Shark Fishing
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Mar 2
    Price for 2 persons
    US $650
    On this full day trip, you will be able to fish for Shark. The target species include Black Tip, Bull Shark, Hammer head, Tiger,and Sandbar Shark. It's an exciting trip that will get your muscles popping. The captain will supply the gear. You should bring a valid saltwater fishing license, some food and drinks, a cap, sunglasses, sunblock, light clothes, and a camera. Please check with the captain if there is an extra fuel surcharge for offshore trips. This trip is four person max.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Kite Fishing
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Shark (Hammerhead)
    Hammerhead Shark
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Shark (Tiger)
    Tiger Shark
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
  • Private trip
    Half day snook fishing
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $700
    Inshore snook fishing.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Light Tackle
    Fly Fishing
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 38 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (19)
Fishing with Andrew
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July fishing trip
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Angler rating
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Good experience
91%
Friendly captain
94%
Recommend this charter
84%
Appropriate for children
91%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish
76%
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Robert H.
Abernathy, TX
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Half day trip with Captain Andrew

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Shark Fishing on May 30, 2021
Best fishing trip I’ve ever had Captain Andrew is very knowledgeable he’ll put you right on the fish his personalities...
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Patty P.
Brownsville, TX
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great fishing time with Andy

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Bay (AM) on July 22, 2019
We had a great time fishing the bay with Andy.. It was at first experience on my grandsons at fishing in the bay Andy was...
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Lisa P.
Altamont, SD
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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June fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Shark Fishing on June 16, 2021
My boys have been so excited to experience the shark fishing excursion.  Captain was vey professional and exceeded our expectations. ...
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Jerry H.
San Antonio, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Great day on the Bay

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Bay (AM) on July 16, 2022
Andrew is a great Captain. My wife and I had a great time laughing and catching fish.
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Nick P.
Houston, Texas
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Full Day Shark Fishing

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Shark Fishing on June 18, 2020
Andrew was great! Really nice guy. We set out to catch a shark and we did!. He had a plan and it worked. In the process, we...
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FAQs about Capt. Andrew’s Inshore Charters

Capt. Andrew’s Inshore Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $475 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - Inshore bay fishing (6 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip – Shark Fishing (6 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Half day snook fishing (6 hours)

When you book a trip with Capt. Andrew’s Inshore Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS Humminbird solix G3
  • Fishfinder Mega SI/DI
  • Live Bait Well
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Capt. Andrew’s Inshore Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (On request. May cost extra depending on type)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (We fillet fish for free at the dock. )
  • Fly Fishing Equipment (Must request before hand. )

Capt. Andrew’s Inshore Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing (Lower Laguna madre)
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing (Grass flats and pot holes )

Capt. Andrew’s Inshore Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle (Penn )
  • Heavy Tackle (Penn)
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Fly Fishing (TFO/Orvis)
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Capt. Andrew’s Inshore Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Cobia
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon

Your captain

Andrew Marikos
South Padre Island, Texas, United States
19 Fishing Reports
38 Customer reviews
Response time 1 hour
Member since May 2015
Capt. Andrew runs inshore fishing trips around the waters of Texas. He has been a captain for nearly two decades and knows these waters well. You will have a good time out on the water with Andrew, whether you're a more experienced fisherman or a novice angler. With Andrew, you can try spinning, bait casting, flying and trolling combos. The charter is sponsored by Lew's and Orvis. If you want to get a big Redfish and Trout in the Lower Laguna Madre, Andrew is a safe bet.

The fish you can target

Black Drum Black Drum
Cobia Cobia
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2025
Boat manufacturer
Shallow sport
Boat type
Center console

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

Which types of fishing are offered

Inshore Fishing
Lower Laguna madre
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Grass flats and pot holes

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Penn
Heavy Tackle
Penn
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Fly Fishing
TFO/Orvis
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Humminbird solix G3
Fishfinder
Mega SI/DI
Live Bait Well
Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
On request. May cost extra depending on type
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
We fillet fish for free at the dock.
Fly Fishing Equipment
Must request before hand.

How cancellations work

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
Kids are always welcome! Message with kids age and life jacket size so we are sure to have a comfortable life jacket for them.
You Keep Catch
Legal limts apply.
Catch and Release Allowed
Always encouraged.

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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

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