AW Fishing 

5.0
(132 reviews)
 
State licensed
 211 West Swordfish Street, South Padre Island, TX 78597, United States–

AW Fishing 

South Padre Island, TX, United States
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24 ft
6
5.0
(132 reviews)

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Explore the waters around South Padre Island, Texas and spend a wonderful fishing day together with AW Fishing. You'll embark on the inshore bay waters and have fun chasing various prized species these productive grounds are full of. Captain Aaron Wittreich will be there to take you to the best fishing spots in the area and help you have a great time on the water. Join him and have a memorable angling adventure over at South Padre Island!

You'll be fishing from a 2022, 24' Shallow Stalker center console. This spacious boat can easily sit up to 6 guests and it's powered by a 300 HP Suzuki engine that can reach a maximum cruising speed of 60 mph. The boat features a livewell that will supply you with live bait, as well as a Bluetooth radio system.

The species you'll have the chance to chase include Flounder, Redfish, Speckled Trout, Snook, and Black Drum. You'll catch them by bottom fishing, popping, as well as drift fishing, all using light tackle. You're free to choose whether you'll keep the fish you catch and bring it home or simply release it back into the water. Kids are also welcome to join your trip.

Captain Aaron will provide you all the rods, reels, tackle, live bait, and lures. What you should bring is the food and drinks of your choice as well as fishing licenses.

Come visit South Padre Island and have an exciting fishing experience with AW Fishing!

Explore the waters around South Padre Island, Texas and spend a wonderful fishing day together with AW Fishing. You'll embark on the inshore bay waters and have fun chasing various prized species these productive grounds are full of. Captain Aaron Wittreich will be there to take you to the best fishing spots in the area and help you have a great time on the water. Join him and have a memorable angling adventure over at South Padre Island!

You'll be fishing from a 2022, 24' Shallow Stalker center console. This spacious boat can easily sit up to 6 guests and it's powered by a 300 HP Suzuki engine that can reach a maximum cruising speed of 60 mph. The boat features a livewell that will supply you with live bait, as well as a Bluetooth radio system.

The species you'll have the chance to chase include Flounder, Redfish, Speckled Trout, Snook, and Black Drum. You'll catch them by bottom fishing, popping, as well as drift fishing, all using light tackle. You're free to choose whether you'll keep the fish you catch and bring it home or simply release it back into the water. Kids are also welcome to join your trip.

Captain Aaron will provide you all the rods, reels, tackle, live bait, and lures. What you should bring is the food and drinks of your choice as well as fishing licenses.

Come visit South Padre Island and have an exciting fishing experience with AW Fishing!

Aaron Wittreich
Captain
Aaron Wittreich
24 years of experience
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Half Day Trip – Bay Trip (PM)
In high demand Last booked: 3 days ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Snook
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
+1
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day Trip – Bay Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
Snook
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
+1
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hour Trip – All Day Adventure
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Snook
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
+1
US $850
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating

5.0
132 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (122)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
93%
Caught fish

Reviews (132)

  • Denise Johnson
    Denise Johnson
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    My son had the best time!

    Half Day Trip – Bay Trip (PM) on July 17, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

    Cpt Aaron was amazing! Helped my son catch his first big Redfish and he was ecstatic!!! My son had so much fun its now 3 hours afer we finished hes stilltalkig about. Cpt. and his crew Angel hlped with pictures and they all cme out great! Cpt and crew were funny and accommodating. we bouht my 78 yr old father who has trouble seeing and standing for long periods and they helped out immensely. If im ever back in south padre i will reachout to Cpt. Aaron first thing!

  • Christine Alloy
    Christine Alloy
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Fun day of catching!

    Half Day Trip – Bay Trip (PM) on April 14, 2026 • 2 adults

    Arron put us on the fish! A fun day of catching some nice size redfish and speckled trout! We were one redfish each shy of our limit! We took our catch and had the local restaurant prepare our meal withjng hours of catching our fish! It doesnt get or taste any better than that! Thank you Captain Aaron fof an excellent afternoon!

  • Melanie Tucker
    Melanie Tucker
    Repeat angler
    us
    Washington State, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Excellent Trip!!

    Half Day Trip – Bay Trip (PM) on July 19, 2026 • 4 adults

    Great last minute trip! Caught our limit on reds and a couple of trout. Aaron was very helpful and our 16 year olds had a great time Highly recommend!!

  • Heather Beach
    Heather Beach
    us
    Wisconsin, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing family experience!

    Half Day Trip – Bay Trip (PM) on March 18, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 children

    Captain Aaron and first mate Angel got us on fish immediately. They knew all the tips and tricks and made it a super fun experience. They were very kind and accommodating. They even had good recommendations on where to have our catch cooked at. We will definitely be seeing them when we come back!

  • Denver Chandler
    Denver Chandler
    us
    Washington State, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    kids had a great time!

    Half Day Trip – Bay Trip (PM) on June 4, 2026 • 4 adults

    Kids had a great time. Would definitely book again

  • Greg White
    Greg White
    us
    Arkansas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    AW is Awesome!

    8 Hour Trip – All Day Adventure on February 12, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

    Great day on the water with Captain Aaron. Four of us on the trip, limited out on black drum, caught some spotted trout as well. If I ever get back to South Padre, I will book him again for sure.

  • James Gurule
    James Gurule
    Repeat angler
    us
    New Mexico, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    The boys had a blast!

    Half Day Trip – Bay Trip (AM) on March 30, 2026 • 6 adults • 1 child

    The boys caught some black drum and big red fish. Beno had a blast catching a 31inch red fish. The girls enjoyed the views and warm breeze. God is good.

  • Matt Harrison
    Matt Harrison
    us
    Minnesota, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Aaron

    Half Day Trip – Bay Trip (AM) on April 16, 2026 • 6 adults
  • Beth Fiorenza
    Beth Fiorenza
    Repeat angler
    us
    Arizona, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Trophy Trout

    Half Day Trip – Bay Trip (AM) on June 16, 2025 • 3 adults

    My family & I had a great day with 13 Black Drum & one trophy size trout! I highly recommend Aaron, he knows all the hot spots for a thrilling day on the water!

  • Jorge Enriquez
    Jorge Enriquez
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    catpain Arron W

    Half Day Trip – Bay Trip (AM) on September 28, 2025 • 2 adults • 1 child

    the trip was an overall success and amazing! thank you captain for making my sons first trip unforgettable!

Rating

5.0
132 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (122)

What anglers say

100%
Great experience
99%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
93%
Caught fish

All reviews (132)

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Denise Johnson
Denise Johnson
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
My son had the best time!
Half Day Trip – Bay Trip (PM) on July 17, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

Cpt Aaron was amazing! Helped my son catch his first big Redfish and he was ecstatic!!! My son had so much fun its now 3 hours afer we finished hes stilltalkig about. Cpt. and his crew Angel hlped with pictures and they all cme out great! Cpt and crew were funny and accommodating. we bouht my 78 yr old father who has trouble seeing and standing for long periods and they helped out immensely. If im ever back in south padre i will reachout to Cpt. Aaron first thing!

Reported catch:
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Aaron Wittreich
Response from Captain

thank you for your review! good times!!

Walt Milke
Walt Milke
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Great Trip!
Half Day Trip – Bay Trip (PM) on October 10, 2026 • 3 adults

Someone always had a fish on their line. Ate some that night and brought the rest home.

Raymond Collier
Raymond Collier
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2022
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Great time in south padre
Half Day Trip – Bay Trip (PM) on September 12, 2026 • 2 adults

Awesome boat captain! He was very attentive and did his best to find us fish!!! Highly recommend him to anyone wanting to come down here and try their luck in hauling in some dinner!

Reported catch:
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Aaron Wittreich
Response from Captain

Thank you for your review

Gaylan Gourley
Gaylan Gourley
us
Nebraska, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
May fishing trip
Half Day Trip – Bay Trip (PM) on May 20, 2026 • 2 adults

fishing was tough we had storms earlier in the day but Aaron was able to put us on a good bite. We where able to eat fresh catch afterwards. I highly recommend using AW.

Aaron Wittreich
Response from Captain

good times!!

Christine Alloy
Christine Alloy
us
Texas, US
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
Fun day of catching!
Half Day Trip – Bay Trip (PM) on April 14, 2026 • 2 adults

Arron put us on the fish! A fun day of catching some nice size redfish and speckled trout! We were one redfish each shy of our limit! We took our catch and had the local restaurant prepare our meal withjng hours of catching our fish! It doesnt get or taste any better than that! Thank you Captain Aaron fof an excellent afternoon!

Reported catch:
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Aaron Wittreich
Response from Captain

Thank you for the review. good times!!

FAQs about AW Fishing

AW Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip – Bay Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip – Bay Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $850 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 8 Hour Trip – All Day Adventure (8 hours)
When you book a trip with AW Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Ice box
Trips booked with AW Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (All bait is covered in the price except live Croacker. They are 15 dollars a dozen )
  • Lures
  • Drinks (Cold bottles of water on board every trip)
  • First mate (With 3 or less guest)
AW Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing (Bay fishing )
  • Flats fishing
  • Backcountry fishing
AW Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with AW Fishing include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Aaron Wittreich
Aaron Wittreich
South Padre Island, Texas, United States
3 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
132 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2021
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.
Captain Aaron offers to take you on a fishing adventure on the waters around South Padre Island. Join him and have a fun-packed day on the water as you chase fish and enjoy nature.
Aaron Wittreich
Aaron Wittreich
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
3
reports
132
reviews
2021
member since
~1h
response
Captain Aaron offers to take you on a fishing adventure on the waters around South Padre Island. Join him and have a fun-packed day on the water as you chase fish and enjoy nature.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout

Real catches by this captain

  • Excellent Trip!!
    Melanie T.
    Melanie T.
  • My son had the best time!
    Denise J.
    Denise J.
  • kids had a great time!
    Denver C.
    Denver C.
  • Fishing with Aaron
    Matt H.
    Matt H.
  • Fun day of catching!
    Christine A.
    Christine A.
  • The boys had a blast!
    James G.
    James G.
  • Amazing family experience!
    Heather B.
    Heather B.
  • AW is Awesome!
    Greg W.
    Greg W.
  • catpain Arron W
    Jorge E.
    Jorge E.
  • Trophy Trout
    Beth F.
    Beth F.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2022
Boat manufacturer
Shallow Stalker
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
60 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
All bait is covered in the price except live Croacker. They are 15 dollars a dozen
Lures
Drinks
Cold bottles of water on board every trip
First mate
With 3 or less guest

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.
More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
All ages are welcome on the boat. We love teaching youngsters how to fish.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in South Padre Island right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
SnookSnook
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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