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If you're ready to go fishing in South Padre Island, we've got you covered with SPI Excursions. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Chapo can tell you all about them.
The fish in these waters include Redfish, Speckled Seatrout, Flounder, Mangrove Snapper, sheephead, drum, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Cobia, Snook, Tarpon, Blacktip Shark, Bull Shark, and more.
On the day of your trip, you're likely to throw live bait, lures, or bottom fish using light or heavy tackle depending on the time of year.
Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, we will provide. Don't forget to bring snacks and BYOB for a boost of energy when needed! The charter provides bottled water.
You'll be casting lines from a 22.6' Majek Illusion bay boat with room for 6 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures. Live bait, cut bait, and whatever is needed to catch.
Our cafe Lobo Del Mar will also cook your catch once its filleted. Amazing fresh fish tacos!
You'll need to get a fishing license at any Walmart or local fishing store or online.
Don't forget to bring sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, and drinks and food. Alcohol is allowed, just be sure to avoid glass bottles.
Let's have fun and catch some fish. Book today with SPI Excursions
If you're ready to go fishing in South Padre Island, we've got you covered with SPI Excursions. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Chapo can tell you all about them.
The fish in these waters include Redfish, Speckled Seatrout, Flounder, Mangrove Snapper, sheephead, drum, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Cobia, Snook, Tarpon, Blacktip Shark, Bull Shark, and more.
On the day of your trip, you're likely to throw live bait, lures, or bottom fish using light or heavy tackle depending on the time of year.
Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, we will provide. Don't forget to bring snacks and BYOB for a boost of energy when needed! The charter provides bottled water.
You'll be casting lines from a 22.6' Majek Illusion bay boat with room for 6 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures. Live bait, cut bait, and whatever is needed to catch.
Our cafe Lobo Del Mar will also cook your catch once its filleted. Amazing fresh fish tacos!
You'll need to get a fishing license at any Walmart or local fishing store or online.
Don't forget to bring sunglasses, a hat, sunscreen, and drinks and food. Alcohol is allowed, just be sure to avoid glass bottles.
Let's have fun and catch some fish. Book today with SPI Excursions
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Reviews (19)
Kelly KennedyRepeat angler5.0VerifiedNewstayed on fish
Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (PM) on October 13, 2026 • 5 adults • 1 childWe were constantly on fish and had a great time. IDK why someone else left a bad review about the captain not letting others help, I was able to net fish and throw lines out. Even let my 8 year old granddaughter net some fish when she got tired of catching fish, lol. And this was an afternoon trip when the fishing was tougher. Would definitely recommend Chapo.
Jacob MaplesRepeat angler5.0VerifiedChapo hands down is the best captain on the island
Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (AM) on June 13, 2026 • 2 adultsCould not have had a a better time!Caught some beautiful Redfish and limited out on Speckled Trout and Black Drum! Also saw so much wildlife swim by the boat including Dolphins, Sea Turtles, Rays and Jellyfish. We had so much fun with this action packed 4 hour tour! Chapo was so much fun and an amazing captain! Highly recommend!
George GuzmanRepeat angler5.0VerifiedAlways fantastic
Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (AM) on October 2, 2026 • 5 adultsgreat trip yet again with Chapo. everyone on the boat hooked. great boat, bait and equipment, Chapo knows where fish are active. highly recommended
Candice BottRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat Captain, Boat, and Gear
Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (AM) on June 3, 2025 • 6 adultsCaptain Chapo was so nice and friendly. We had many laughs, learned a lot about the area, and caught our limit for the day in 2 hours. He was very knowledgeable about the fish, taught us how to catch the trout, and put us right on them!!!!! We booked a 4 hour day so we then checked out the bay, watched the dolphins, and checked out Space X!!!! It was a really need experience and one we wouldn’t have gotten from most Captains. Our catch was cleaned right there and cooked at their restaurant. It was soooooo good!!!!! We highly recommend the Captain and already booked a trip for tomorrow!!!!! Amazing customer service on the water and in the restaurant. Five stars all around!!!!
Josue Lugo5.0VerifiedFamily fishing outing
Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (PM) on August 1, 2025 • 6 adultsOur captain Chapo was absolutely great! Thanks to him our smallest kiddo, 3y, reeled in the biggest fish of our group. We had never been out fishing like this before and had a blast. We had our catch cooked up for some tacos at the restaurant when we got done and they did not disappoint!
Jason MillerRepeat angler5.0VerifiedDrum limit in an hour.
Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (PM) on June 21, 2025 • 6 adults • 4 childrenNew where the drum were biting. Limited out in an hour the proceeded to hit some other spots for reds. Would recommend. Had 2 adults and 4 kids, captain was awesome. Helped with all the kids needs. Then the restaurant will cook ur fish for you. Fried fish tacos.
- Kathy Zobel5.0Verified
Highly recommended!
Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (AM) on July 23, 2024 • 5 adultsChapo was an amazing captain! He made us feel right at home and one of the crew. He was very easy going and committed to an overall great experience. He tracked and brought us to many fish and we had a successful trip. He filleted our catch, the restaurant cooked us up some amazing fried fish tacos, and we brought some back with us to the condo to enjoy as well. Thanks Chapo! We’ll definitely be back!
Santos CerdaRepeat angler5.0VerifiedPick this one.
Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (AM) on June 29, 2025 • 6 adults • 4 childrenMy Brother-in-law and I took our boys fishing (7,10, &12). We limited out on Speckled Trout and caught 3 Blackdrum (we would've caught more but the rain ruined our last hour). Easily the Best fishing experience... Ever! Many thanks to Captain Chapo.
- Casey Quintanilla5.0Verified
captin chapo is a class act!!!
Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (PM) on September 20, 2025 • 6 adultsThe captin was awesome! put us right on good fish. after we reached our limit he took us to catch a shark and see dolphins. great time
Joel FonsecaRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat trip for Texas fishing!
Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (PM) on June 25, 2024 • 5 adultsI did not know what to expect for saltwater fishing in Texas, but chapel made this look great experience. I highly recommend his services and he has a very nice boat and the equipment worked well. He is very accommodating and will handle everything while on board. Give him a shot and you will not be disappointed!
FAQs about SPI Excursions
- US $550 per group - Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (AM) (4 hours)
- US $550 per group - Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (PM) (4 hours)
- US $1,100 per group - Full day fishing (8 hours)
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Ice box For stowing fish and for drinks or food
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait (It's included in the trip. Getting live bait depends if they are available. It's a seasonal things )
- Lures
- Drinks (We provide bottled water)
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Flats fishing
- Backcountry fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Jigging
- Popping
- Drift fishing
- Black Drum
- Flounder
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Redfish
- Shark (Blacktip)
- Shark (Bull)
- Sheepshead
- Snapper (Mangrove)
- Snook
- Speckled Trout
- Tarpon
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What’s biting in South Padre Island right now
Black Drum
Flounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Sheepshead
Snapper (Mangrove)
Snook
Speckled Trout
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