Hold’em Up LLC 

4.9
(31 reviews)
 
State licensed
 Bigelow Street, Aransas Pass, TX 78336, United States

Hold’em Up LLC 

Aransas Pass, TX, United States
19 ft
3
4.9
(31 reviews)

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Hoping to catch some fish in Aransas Pass? Hold'em Up is here to make it happen! Captain Aldo will be your guide, offering years of local experience.

Species like Redfish, Black Drum, Flounder, Speckled Trout, Sheepshead, and more are in the cards, depending on conditions. During the trip you might be popping, trolling, drifting, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks to stay fueled throughout your trip!

Your day begins aboard a 19' Shoalwater catamaran with space for 3 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, along with lures. Live bait is on offer, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

Before coming aboard, you will need 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 may be off limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.

It's recommended to bring bottled water, sunblock (non-spray), and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Your trip with Hold'em Up is just a click away, so why not make it happen?

Hoping to catch some fish in Aransas Pass? Hold'em Up is here to make it happen! Captain Aldo will be your guide, offering years of local experience.

Species like Redfish, Black Drum, Flounder, Speckled Trout, Sheepshead, and more are in the cards, depending on conditions. During the trip you might be popping, trolling, drifting, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Families who love fishing together will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Customers are encouraged to bring snacks to stay fueled throughout your trip!

Your day begins aboard a 19' Shoalwater catamaran with space for 3 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. You'll find rods, reels, and tackle waiting for you, along with lures. Live bait is on offer, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

Before coming aboard, you will need 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 may be off limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.

It's recommended to bring bottled water, sunblock (non-spray), and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Your trip with Hold'em Up is just a click away, so why not make it happen?

Aldo Acosta
Captain
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Half Day Trip (AM)
In high demand Last booked: 6 days ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
Sheepshead
+1
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
In high demand Last booked: 5 days ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
Black Drum
Redfish
Flounder
Sheepshead
+1
US $500
Entire boat: 2 people
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Rating

4.9
31 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

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What anglers say

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Recommended
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All reviews (31)

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Mark Saxon
Mark Saxon
Repeat angler
us
San Antonio, TX, US
Member since 2024
11 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Awesome Day of Fishing
Half Day Trip (AM) on September 17, 20262 adults

Captain Aldo went above and beyond to make sure we enjoyed every minute of our day. We caught fish in every spot we went to, not all fish were keepers, but we did catch our 2-person limit of Speckled Trout and several keeper Black Drum. At the end of the trip I think we must have caught over 100 fish total. In between catching fish we talked, laughed, listened to awesome music, and joked around making it a most pleasurable experience. His concern for the safety and the pleasure of his clients is phenomenal, a very rare trait these days. Captain Aldo is a very experienced saltwater fisherman and knows the entire Rockport area like the back of his hand and where to find the fish. Captain Aldo always explained the reason behind every technique we used throughout the day so we could take that knowledge with us, and he shared a lot of things that some guides try to keep secret. Captain Aldo is in it for the pleasure of the clients not just for the money, his heart is truly in it, and his love for the fishing experience is evident. You cannot go wrong when you book with Hold'em Up. We stepped on the boat as clients; we ended the day as friends and can't wait to get back for another trip. We have booked many guided trips in our life of 60 plus years, and this trip ranks in the very top. Hold'em Up!

Reported catch:
Black Drum
Speckled Trout
Aldo Acosta
Response from Captain

Wow, I’m truly speechless after reading this review. Thank you so much for recognizing the effort I put into providing a premium experience for every booking. Meeting you and your wife was an absolute pleasure, and I genuinely look forward to our next fishing trip together. Until then, safe travels and tight lines!

Rob Skerik
Rob Skerik
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
No guide bettet than a native one.
Half Day Trip (PM) on September 15, 20262 adults

Captain Aldo was born and raised in Corpus where he grew up fishing these watere with his father. In my experience those are the best guides. Aldo did not prove that theory any different! Not only did he put us on fish, his professinalism, hospitality, and company made it an overall blast of a trip. Putting us on fish was just an added bonus. We will definitely be booking with him again. He’s a great Captain and an even better human!

Reported catch:
Black Drum
Speckled Trout
Aldo Acosta
Response from Captain

I had an awesome time fishing with you and Vic! Thanks again for the kind words and for choosing Hold’em Up, LLC. I truly appreciate it. I look forward to getting back on the water with you again, Rob. Safe travels, and hopefully we’ll see you again soon!

Nathan Garcia
Nathan Garcia
us
San Antonio, TX, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Life time friend
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 25, 20262 adults

Man man where to start First thing first it’s hard to put into words the AMAZING time me and my girl had on this trip with HOLDEM UP FISHING . He really is a genuine down to earth fella you will not regret booking with him 1 his humility as a human being is top tier he you can tell he really want to build bonds with the clients and not just worried about the next trip he is focus on you an y’all only an having a great time 2 you know it’s great time when you can great inside joke with the Captian within the amount of time you have on the boat “ ima put it in the review “ lmaooo 3 he also great with tips an instructions for the anglers that aren’t as advanced an never showed a single ounce of frustration not once . Just a happy fellow ! 4 we put fish in the boat on HOLD’em Up fishing 5 this more for the ladies I can appreciate as a man taking his girl the respect given to me an her since the moment we met till the end even after the trip he did phenomenal an ladies he got the potty seat very clean if yall need to go while out on the water !! Which I was happy for cause shit happy wife happy life lol Thanks for everything Much love from Nathan n Merisa See you in August 22

Aldo Acosta
Response from Captain

Glade you two put it all in the review lol. Thanks for the honest review and it was a pleasure meet you two. Thanks again for choosing Hold’em Up, LLC

Tavin Brun
Tavin Brun
us
Hawaii, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
“hold’em up”
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 29, 20262 adults

When me and the wife book our first trip to Corpus Christi, I absolutely wanted to hit the water and “hold’em up”! This trip with CAPTAIN ALDO was all about giving me and the wife the best experience out on the water. Captain Aldo and I communicated for a month and with that, communication speaks volume in a person that doesnt just do it for the money. Captain Aldo took care of us like we knew him all our lives, and hands down he knew where to be at the right time on the water to load shrimp, cast, pop, and 1-3 seconds, and ON , and on the BOAT TO HOLD’em UP! support local is the ONLY WAY! please don’t hesitate and BOOK CAPTAIN ALDO! hope this review will help futre bookings! “hold’em up” is not a joke! 🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽

Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Black Drum
Aldo Acosta
Response from Captain

It was a pleasure meeting you both Tavin & Erica, thank you for the kind words and for choosing Hold’em Up, LLC. Safe travels and looking foward to our next trip

Ernest Minjares
Ernest Minjares
us
San Antonio, TX, US
Member since 2019
5.0
Verified
Father and sons getaway
Half Day Trip (PM) on April 16, 20263 adults

What wifi connection do I at Marquette Took my two boys out for a guided fishing trip to celebrate one of their birthdays, and it turned into one of those days we’ll be talking about for years. From the moment we got on the water, our guide was completely locked in—attentive, patient, and genuinely invested in making sure both my boys had a great experience. He had a great way of explaining things so it clicked for them right away, offering tips and advice that actually made a difference. You could tell he wasn’t just going through the motions—he cared about teaching and making it fun. The tunes he blasting were rocking the boat and fish. What stood out most was how he balanced everything. He kept us on fish, helped my sons when they needed it, and still made sure I got to relax and enjoy watching them have a blast. Birthdays can be hit or miss, but this one was a home run. If you’re thinking about taking your kids out or just want a guide who knows their stuff and makes the experience memorable, I’d highly recommend booking a trip. We’ll definitely be back.

Reported catch:
Redfish
Aldo Acosta
Response from Captain

Thank Ernest for choosing Hold’em Up, LLC. I had a blast hanging out with the triple “E” crew. Safe travles and hope to see you all soon

FAQs about Hold’em Up LLC

Hold’em Up LLC offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (5 hours)
When you book a trip with Hold’em Up LLC, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Hold’em Up LLC include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (All bait and artificial lures are included with upfront deposit)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaning is included with deposit, which will be performed when arriving back to dock)
Hold’em Up LLC offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
Hold’em Up LLC offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Hold’em Up LLC include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Aldo Acosta
Aldo Acosta

Aransas Pass, Texas, United States

ID & license verified
31 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2025

I'm a proud born local, ready to inspire and catch fish, let's go! Hold'em Up!

Aldo Acosta
Aldo Acosta
Fully verified
31
reviews
2025
member since
~1h
response
I'm a proud born local, ready to inspire and catch fish, let's go! Hold'em Up!

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout

Real catches by this captain

  • The Fish kept coming
    Danny T.
    Danny T.
  • Great trip!
    Andrea G.
    Andrea G.
  • Life time friend
    Nathan G.
    Nathan G.
  • Great trip
    Timothy J.
    Timothy J.
  • chill day on the water
    Whitney B.
    Whitney B.
  • Captain has no quit in him
    Gabriel D.
    Gabriel D.
  • “hold’em up”
    Tavin B.
    Tavin B.
  • AWESOME FISHING TRIP
    Tommy S.
    Tommy S.
  • Father and sons getaway
    Ernest M.
    Ernest M.
  • Great Fishing Experience
    Albert C.
    Albert C.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Catamarans
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
19 ft
Year built
2021
Boat manufacturer
Shoalwater
Boat type
Catamaran
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 115HP
Max cruising speed
28 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Popping
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
All bait and artificial lures are included with upfront deposit
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish cleaning is included with deposit, which will be performed when arriving back to dock

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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
Kids (5+) are more than welcome, teaching include how to rig fishing equipment, proper ways to hook & reel fish, and how to proper clean fish
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Aransas Pass right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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