Reel Thrillz Coastal Adventures – Nearshore

Reel Thrillz Coastal Adventures is a multi-vessel offshore, nearshore, and bay charter company dedicated to customer service and ensuring that your adventure is the best experience possible. With knowledgeable staff and tournament-grade equipment, you can rest assured that you will return safely to the dock with a box full of the tastiest sea creatures the Gulf of Mexico has to offer. Join the crew in Port Aransas and have a memorable day on the water!

This listing is specifically for Nearshore/Statewater fishing (see other listings for Bay and Offshore fishing). "Miller Time" is our 28’ Grady White and an excellent choice for families wanting to get out on the water and see what the nearshore grounds of the Coastal Bend have to offer.
Your captain and crew will do their best to make sure you have an adventure of a lifetime. Depending on the season and conditions on these trips we will target all kinds of species such as: State water Snapper, Redfish, Cobia, Kingfish, Sharks, etc.

All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. Please make sure to buy a valid fishing license ahead of time. The boat will be supplied with waters.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Reel Thrillz Coastal Adventures.

You will need: a fishing license, motion sickness deterrent, sunscreen (non-spray please), sunglasses, a hat, flavored or adult beverages, and snacks.

Your captain will reach out 2 days before the trip to coordinate but feel free to ask any questions you may have.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip (AM)
    In demand! Last booked: 2 days ago
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    $750
    Have a great time targeting Kingfish, Cobia, sharks, Redfish, and Mangrove Snapper. State water Red Snapper is also available during the winter and fall. The captain provides all the fishing tackle, live bait, and lures.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip (PM)
    In demand! Last booked: 1 day ago
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    $750
    For those who would rather sleep in and head out after lunch, the captain offers the afternoon trip! Basically the same as the morning trip, state water trips focus on the waters from the shore out to 9 miles! Just like the morning trip, you may fish around the jetties for a bit and then head out to some other spots farther out for various species!
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    $1,200
    Enjoy the water and have lots of fun chasing Kingfish, Cobia, Shark, Mangrove Snapper, and Redfish. State water Red Snapper appears in the winter and fall. You can also head offshore to troll for Wahoo (January - April). The trips lasts for 8 hours.
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About the Charter Operator

Reel Thrillz Coastal Adventures
Port Aransas, Texas, United States
ID & License verified
59 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since April 2022
Captain Jeremy runs varied and fun-packed fishing charters out of Port Aransas, Texas. Join him aboard and have a fishing experience you won't soon forget!

About this listing

Targeted species

Cobia Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish Redfish
Shark (Blacktip) Blacktip Shark

Boat specs

Grady White (Express cruiser) originally built in 1989, and restored in 2021. Powered by 2 200HP Johnson engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 35 knots.

Length
28 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Outriggers
Radar

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
First Mate

Cancellation policy

Deposit non-refundable

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

Listing policies

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
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
PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating Summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 52 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Anglers Claimed
Good experience
87%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
92%
Appropriate for children
93%
Satisfied with the boat
93%
Catch intended fish
73%
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Elizabeth B.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   NEW  March 19, 2023
The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.
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Kelly O.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great for multi-generational family

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Trip (AM) on March 25, 2023
Most of us were fishing for the first time at sea. Everything was amazing from the start. Unfortunately 3 of us got sea sick...
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John T.
Mechanicsville, MD
Excellent
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Two days with Reel Thrillz

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on February 12, 2023
Off shore trip was a long hard day on the water without much success. Captain Trace and Jamie were personable and knowledgeable...
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Michael V.
Oklahoma City, OK
Excellent
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5 hour trip nearshore

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (PM) on October 20, 2022
We had booked different trips with other charters well in advance and both cancelled last minute, like the day before last...
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Jeff F.
Wylie, TX
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Eight Hour Trip with Captain Trace

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip on October 7, 2022
We had a terrific experience with this boat and crew. They were relaxed and friendly but also knew what they were doing. We...
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FAQs about Reel Thrillz Coastal Adventures – Nearshore

Reel Thrillz Coastal Adventures – Nearshore offers the following trips to customers:
  • $750 per group, additional $100 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • $750 per group, additional $100 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip (PM) (5 hours)
  • $1,200 per group, additional $100 per person after 4 guests - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Reel Thrillz Coastal Adventures – Nearshore, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Outriggers
  • Radar

Trips booked with Reel Thrillz Coastal Adventures – Nearshore include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • First Mate

Reel Thrillz Coastal Adventures – Nearshore offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Reel Thrillz Coastal Adventures – Nearshore offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Reel Thrillz Coastal Adventures – Nearshore include:
  • Cobia
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)