Born To Fish South Texas Charter 

5.0
(3 reviews)
 301 J C Barr Boulevard, Port Aransas, TX 78373, United States–

Born To Fish South Texas Charter 

Port Aransas, TX, United States
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42 ft
6
5.0
(3 reviews)

Book your next trip with Born To Fish South Texas Charter and find out what you're missing in Port Aransas.

Around here the fishing is popular for Amberjack, Great Barracuda, Black Drum, Bonito, Cobia, Jack Crevalle, King Mackerel (Kingfish), and more if conditions are right. You can expect to do some spinning, popping, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Young ones are welcome, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. And, you can't go wrong with snacks so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty stomach!

Your adventure begins aboard a 42' Bertram sportfishing vessel that holds up to 6 passengers. It has outriggers and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Capt. Brian will provide rods and reels for you, along with lures. Live bait is included, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

You'll have the help of a First Mate to put you on fish. Mates work hard to make your trip count, so a 10–20% tip is customary.

Before coming aboard, you may be required to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect. Some essentials to bring are sunscreen (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Your trip with Born To Fish South Texas Charter is just a click away, so why not make it happen?

Book your next trip with Born To Fish South Texas Charter and find out what you're missing in Port Aransas.

Around here the fishing is popular for Amberjack, Great Barracuda, Black Drum, Bonito, Cobia, Jack Crevalle, King Mackerel (Kingfish), and more if conditions are right. You can expect to do some spinning, popping, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Young ones are welcome, so the whole family can come and unplug for the day! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. And, you can't go wrong with snacks so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty stomach!

Your adventure begins aboard a 42' Bertram sportfishing vessel that holds up to 6 passengers. It has outriggers and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Capt. Brian will provide rods and reels for you, along with lures. Live bait is included, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

You'll have the help of a First Mate to put you on fish. Mates work hard to make your trip count, so a 10–20% tip is customary.

Before coming aboard, you may be required to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect. Some essentials to bring are sunscreen (non-spray), sunglasses, and bottled water. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Your trip with Born To Fish South Texas Charter is just a click away, so why not make it happen?

Brian Kimbell
Captain
Brian Kimbell
6 years of experience
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6 Hour — Silver Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Snapper (Red)
US $2,400
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour — Gold Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
US $2,800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
12 Hour — Platinum Trip
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
12 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Barracuda (Great)
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
+8
US $3,400
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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5.0
3 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Reviews (3)

  • Jody Stodghill
    Jody Stodghill
    us
    Colorado, US
    •
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    June fishing trip

    6 Hour — Silver Trip on June 6, 2024 • 6 adults • 3 children

    They made accommodations for my mother in a wheelchair, and three young boys. It was slow at first, but they went to their back up spot and we couldn’t keep the fish off the hooks. The boys had an absolute amazing time.

  • Clark Lenhard
    Clark Lenhard
    us
    Texas, US
    •
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    WE CAUGHT OUR LIMIT!

    6 Hour — Silver Trip on July 20, 2024 • 6 adults

    Captain Brian and his first mate Chance were awesome! Baiting the hooks removing the hook from the fish! SERVICE WAS EXCELLENT! Captain Brian made sure we caught fish! SO FUN!!!!

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5.0
3 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Jody Stodghill
Jody Stodghill
us
Colorado, US
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Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
June fishing trip
6 Hour — Silver Trip on June 6, 2024 • 3 adults • 3 children

They made accommodations for my mother in a wheelchair, and three young boys. It was slow at first, but they went to their back up spot and we couldn’t keep the fish off the hooks. The boys had an absolute amazing time.

Clark Lenhard
Clark Lenhard
us
Texas, US
•
Member since 2024
5.0
Verified
WE CAUGHT OUR LIMIT!
6 Hour — Silver Trip on July 20, 2024 • 6 adults

Captain Brian and his first mate Chance were awesome! Baiting the hooks removing the hook from the fish! SERVICE WAS EXCELLENT! Captain Brian made sure we caught fish! SO FUN!!!!

Tommy Guerrero
Tommy Guerrero
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
•
Member since 2020
•
4 trips
The captain canceled
July 12, 2025

The charter operator canceled 3 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

Parker Kimbley
Parker Kimbley
us
New Mexico, US
•
Member since 2024
The captain canceled
June 29, 2024

The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.

FAQs about Born To Fish South Texas Charter

Born To Fish South Texas Charter offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $2,400 per group - 6 Hour — Silver Trip (6 hours)
  • US $2,800 per group - 8 Hour — Gold Trip (8 hours)
  • US $3,400 per group - 12 Hour — Platinum Trip (12 hours)
When you book a trip with Born To Fish South Texas Charter, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air conditioning
  • Fighting chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia system
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Born To Fish South Texas Charter include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • First mate
Born To Fish South Texas Charter offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Born To Fish South Texas Charter offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Born To Fish South Texas Charter include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Black Drum
  • Bonito
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Brian Kimbell
Brian Kimbell

Port Aransas, Texas, United States

4 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since January 2023

Capt. Brian runs trips out of Port Aransas aboard a 33' North Coast sportfishing vessel. These waters are known for Kingfish and Jacks and he will show you how to catch them, whether you're trolling or jigging. With extensive knowledge of the area, he has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!

Our Team
Brian K.

Brian K.

Captain

Brian Kimbell
Brian Kimbell
4
reviews
2023
member since
~1h
response
Capt. Brian runs trips out of Port Aransas aboard a 33' North Coast sportfishing vessel. These waters are known for Kingfish and Jacks and he will show you how to catch them, whether you're trolling or jigging. With extensive knowledge of the area, he has a trick or two up his sleeve, and the only way to learn is to join him out on the water!
The crew
Brian K.
Brian K.
Captain

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Black Drum
Black Drum
Bonito
Bonito
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Black Drum
Black Drum
Bonito
Bonito
Cobia
Cobia

Real catches by this captain

  • WE CAUGHT OUR LIMIT!
    Clark L.
    Clark L.
  • June fishing trip
    Jody S.
    Jody S.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
42 ft
Year built
1978
Boat manufacturer
Bertram
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
cummins
Powered by
2 x 400HP
Max cruising speed
22 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

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

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Air conditioning
Fighting chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Live bait well
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Multimedia system
Outriggers
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
First mate

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 1 day prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 1 day 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
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

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

 PayPal

 Checks

What’s biting in Port Aransas right now

AmberjackAmberjack
Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
Black DrumBlack Drum
BonitoBonito
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
WahooWahoo

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