Port Aransas Premier Outfitters – Bay

Port Aransas Premier Outfitters and Captain Kevin Bertram invite you for a terrific angling adventure in Port Aransas, Texas! The captain has been fishing these south Texas waters since his childhood and knows all the best spots to make your trip successful and fun. You’ll go to the local bays and inland waterways to chase a variety of species. Whether you’re an experienced angler or a beginner new to saltwater fishing, Port Aransas Premier Outfitters’ goal is a great adventure and experience with memories that last a lifetime. Welcome to South Texas!

You’ll start your trip on a 23’ Haynie bay boat that can sit up to 3 guests and is powered by a 200 HP Suzuki engine. The boat is rigged with all the modern GPS, fishfinder, I-spot Minn Kota trolling motor and radio technology for safe and efficient navigation, and also features a livewell to supply you with live bait.

The species you can target include Speckled Trout, Black Drum, Redfish, Sheepshead, and Flounder, and you’ll catch them drift fishing with light tackle, equipped to fish the jetties.

Captain Kevin will provide you with all the rods, reels, tackle, and bait, and he’ll also clean and fillet your catch. You just make sure to have a valid Texas license with a saltwater stamp, and the food and drinks of your choice.

Come aboard and experience a true fishing adventure with Port Aransas Premier Outfitters!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip (Fri, Sat, Sun)
    US $450
    Bay fishing on the local waterways for Redfish, Trout, Black Drum, and Flounder. Maximum of 4 adult guests.
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Bay Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip (Fri, Sat, Sun)
    US $650
    8 hours on the water allow anglers to explore more areas and fishing spots thus giving you a better opportunity for a more productive trip. This is a trip for a maximum of 4 adult guests.
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FAQs about Port Aransas Premier Outfitters – Bay

Port Aransas Premier Outfitters – Bay offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $450 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip – Bay Fishing (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Port Aransas Premier Outfitters – Bay, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well

Trips booked with Port Aransas Premier Outfitters – Bay include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting

Port Aransas Premier Outfitters – Bay offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing

Port Aransas Premier Outfitters – Bay offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Spinning
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Port Aransas Premier Outfitters – Bay include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Speckled Trout

Meet the Captain

James Bertram
Aransas Pass, Texas, United States
ID & license verified
46 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since January 2021
When Captain James was a kid, his dad and grandparents would take him fishing off of the Port Aransas jetties chasing King, sharks, and Mahi. He caught his first Kingfish when he was 6, and after that, he would fish whenever and wherever he could – fresh and/or saltwater. He began working as a deckhand on the 'party' boats in Port Aransas where they would take out anywhere from 15 to 35 guests every day on 12 and 24-hour trips in the Gulf. He earned his Captain's license and began working on sport fishing boats competing in Marlin tournaments. Captain James has always had a love for fishing in the bays and offshore. Over the last 45 years, he has caught game fish in the local inland waterways, Gulf of Mexico, Caribbean, Atlantic, and Pacific. The species include Speckled Trout, Redfish, Black Drum, Flounder, Snook, Roosterfish, Marlin, Sailfish, Yellowfin Tuna, Amberjack, Wahoo, Mahi, Tarpon, and multiple species of sharks and reef fish. He is excited to share his knowledge with you!

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Flounder Flounder
Redfish Redfish
Sheepshead Sheepshead

Boat specs

HAYNIE “Bigfoot” (Bay boat) originally built in 2001. Powered by a 200HP 2022 Suzuki engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 45 knots.

Length
23 ft
Capacity
4 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Spinning
Drift Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting

Cancellation policy

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
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.
Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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
Checks
Bank Transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 6 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (11)
Half day with Captain James
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Angler rating
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Friendly captain
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Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
83%
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Kristin S.
Lorena, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Boat
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5.0 / 5
Crew
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Half day with Captain James

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing on June 24, 2023
We had an amazing first fishing experience! The captain was knowledgeable and fun. I will definitely be booking with him again.
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Alyssa W.
Spring, TX
Excellent
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Half Day Trip- Bay Fishing

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing on October 30, 2021
We had an awesome time with Kevin. He was knowledgeable and patient with us. If the fish weren’t biting, we moved to another...
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LaVell O.
Houston, TX
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Best trip ever

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Bay Fishing on April 16, 2021
Kevin is amazing he was very knowledgeable he knows the waters extremely well and is and excellent guide. He was patient and...
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Francisco C.
Niederwald, TX
Excellent
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Half day trip with Captain Kevin

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing on March 22, 2021
Captain Kevin was outstanding!  We had fun all morning catching trout, sheepshead and even reeled in a pompano.  I would...
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Kacey S.
Stephenville, TX
Excellent
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Half day trip! Had a blast!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing on June 17, 2021
Awesome guide! Will be back for sure!
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