Saltwater Experience Charters

Located in Rockport, Texas, Saltwater Experience Charters offers you an adventure on the beautiful Gulf Coast of Texas. Captain Paul Baucum is a friendly and skilled angler who will take you to the Inshore Bay system, flats, and backwaters in pursuit of the species of your choice.

You will be using popping cork, bottom, and drift fishing as conditions provide. Species targeted are Spotted Trout, Redfish, Black Drum, and Flounder.

You will be taking this adventure on a 25’ Dargel Kat powered by an Evinrude E-Tec 300 motor. Runs out at 48 knots, So it will get you to that fishing spot quickly so you can start fishing. It has a wireless trolling motor so you will ease in and not scare away the fish. Onboard are 2 live bait wells for plenty of bait and lures are available for the angler that prefers them. Also 2 ice chests - 1 for your drinks and 1 for your catch.

This Charter is family friendly and your children are always welcome to share their experience on the water with you. (Just make sure you bring the required flotation devices for the little ones). Also, corporate and tournament trips are available.

All poles, reels, live bait, lures, and water are furnished. All you need is a Salt Water fishing license, snacks, and drinks if wanted and don’t forget the sunscreen lotion. No glass Please!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $425
    We will be fishing in the areas according to the season and weather. We will target the species requested.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Popping
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (AM) (copy)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $425
    We will be fishing in the areas according to the season and weather. We will target the species requested.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Popping
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (AM) (copy)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $425
    We will be fishing in the areas according to the season and weather. We will target the species requested.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Popping
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (AM) (copy) (copy)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $425
    We will be fishing in the areas according to the season and weather. We will target the species requested.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Popping
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 2:00 PM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $425
    We will be fishing in the areas according to the season and weather. We will target the species requested.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Popping
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $500
    We will be fishing in the areas according to the season and weather. We will target the species requested.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Popping
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $625
    We will be fishing in the areas according to the season and weather. We will target the species requested.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Flats Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Popping
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 33 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great outfit
Captain Paul is great, friendly, helpful, and has a beautiful boat!
Captain Paul is great, friendly, helpful, and has a beautiful boat!
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Tina P.
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You will first notice the beautiful boat before you even get in it.  It outshines the rest.  Captain Paul meets you with...
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Ruben O.
Corpus Christi, Texas
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Fishing With Paul

4 Hour Trip (AM) on May 23, 2024
If you’re in search of an unforgettable fishing adventure, look no further than Captain Paul Baucum! My recent trip with...
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Josh F.
Rockport, Texas
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Great day on the water with Captain Paul

8 Hour Trip on May 26, 2024
Had family in town for Memorial Day Weekend and wanted to take them out for a day of fishing. We all had a great time with...
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Tony S.
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1st shallow water trip

VERIFIED   6 Hour Trip on September 5, 2024
Capt Paul baucum was a great person as well as a fishing guide. He did a great job making sure we were comfortable fishing...
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Ron A.
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Captain Paul, great guide!

VERIFIED   NEW  6 Hour Trip on October 4, 2024
Myself and my dad were on this fishing trip. My dad is 84 and vision impaired. Captain Paul went the extra mile making sure...
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FAQs about Saltwater Experience Charters

Saltwater Experience Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $350 per group, additional US $75 per person after 1 guest - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $350 per group, additional US $75 per person after 1 guest - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (copy) (4 hours)
  • US $350 per group, additional US $75 per person after 1 guest - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (copy) (4 hours)
  • US $350 per group, additional US $75 per person after 1 guest - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (copy) (copy) (4 hours)
  • US $350 per group, additional US $75 per person after 1 guest - 4 Hour Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $425 per group, additional US $75 per person after 1 guest - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $75 per person after 1 guest - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Saltwater Experience Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor

Trips booked with Saltwater Experience Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting

Saltwater Experience Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Saltwater Experience Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Saltwater Experience Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Spotted Seatrout

Meet the Captain

Captain Paul Baucum
Rockport, Texas, United States
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
33 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since May 2024
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.
I have fished this Bay system for the last 15 years. And wanted to offer the opportunity to others. I welcome all different types of Clients from family (Children are welcome) to customers as well as tournament fisherman. We will move and find the bite as needed. I furnish rods, reels, bait live, cut bait and lures and water. Bring snacks and any drinks you want other than water. Welcome wade fisherman but do not furnish equipment if needed. Will clean, fillet and bag any fish you would like to keep. Look forward to you having a great day on the beautiful waters surrounding the Rockport Area.

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Flounder Flounder
Redfish Redfish
Sheepshead Sheepshead

Boat specs

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2016
Boat manufacturer
Dargel
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Evinrude
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
42 knots

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Popping
Drift Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Wireless Trolling Motor

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
PayPal
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2.5% charge will apply.

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