Captain Lee’s SPI Fishing Charters 

5.0
(11 reviews)
 
State licensed
 211 West Swordfish Street, South Padre Island, TX 78597, United States–

Captain Lee’s SPI Fishing Charters 

South Padre Island, TX, United States
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21 ft
4
5.0
(11 reviews)

Captain Lee's SPI Fishing Charters are located in South Padre Island, Texas and offer private inshore and flats fishing trips on the stunning Lower Laguna Madre bay system.

Captain Lee runs a brand new 21' Shallow Sport flats boat that is powered by a 200HP Yamaha SHO engine. It comes equipped with GPS, livewell, and an anchoring system to get into those shallow bay waters with ease. The boat features a plenty of deck space for up to four anglers to fish in comfort.

Captain Lee's specializes in light tackle, drift fishing and wade fishing, and uses quality All-Star and CastAway Rods, and Shimano Reels. His half and full day charters will have you targeting a range of saltwater species including Redfish, Speckled Trout, Snook, Flounder, Black Drum, Mangrove Snapper and many more. Trips include rods, reels and tackle, lures (soft plastics and topwater), natural baits (live or fresh cut), ice and bottled water.

Capt. Lee welcomes all skill levels, as well as families with kids. Join him today for an unforgettable fishing adventure!

Captain Lee's SPI Fishing Charters are located in South Padre Island, Texas and offer private inshore and flats fishing trips on the stunning Lower Laguna Madre bay system.

Captain Lee runs a brand new 21' Shallow Sport flats boat that is powered by a 200HP Yamaha SHO engine. It comes equipped with GPS, livewell, and an anchoring system to get into those shallow bay waters with ease. The boat features a plenty of deck space for up to four anglers to fish in comfort.

Captain Lee's specializes in light tackle, drift fishing and wade fishing, and uses quality All-Star and CastAway Rods, and Shimano Reels. His half and full day charters will have you targeting a range of saltwater species including Redfish, Speckled Trout, Snook, Flounder, Black Drum, Mangrove Snapper and many more. Trips include rods, reels and tackle, lures (soft plastics and topwater), natural baits (live or fresh cut), ice and bottled water.

Capt. Lee welcomes all skill levels, as well as families with kids. Join him today for an unforgettable fishing adventure!

Lee Alvarez
Captain
Lee Alvarez
16 years of experience
responds within an hour

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October 2026
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Half Day Charter (AM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snook
Snapper (Mangrove)
Black Drum
+2
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
Half Day Charter (PM)
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
5 hour trip starts at 1:30 PM
US $550
Entire boat: 2 people
Full Day Charter
FREE Cancellation 1 day notice
9 hour trip starts at 6:30 AM
US $800
Entire boat: 2 people

Customer reviews

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Rating

5.0
11 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Reviews (11)

  • George Shuster
    George Shuster
    us
    New Mexico, US
    Member since 2017
    5.0
    Verified

    December fishing trip

    Half Day Charter (AM) on December 30, 2017 • 4 adults

    Glass smooth water makes for difficult fishing conditions in the bay. Despite conditions Captain Lee moved around the bay until we were in the midst of Redfish. I didn't realize you had to release Redfish over 29" including this one in the picture. We caught and released 3. I've been told pictures are worth a 1000 words- here are two.

  • Chris Bullard
    Chris Bullard
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2017
    5.0
    Verified

    Half day trip with Capt. Lee

    Half Day Charter (AM) on October 4, 2017 • 3 adults

    Great trip for my mothers birthday! Very professional! I highly recommend Capt. Lee

  • Mary Thatcher
    Mary Thatcher
    Repeat angler
    us
    Oklahoma, US
    Member since 2018
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Trip

    Half Day Charter (PM) on December 9, 2023 • 2 adults

    Captain Lee was the best!! Would definitely book with him again. Put us on some nice fish. Was very patient and helpfully.

  • John Hester
    John Hester
    Repeat angler
    us
    Oklahoma, US
    Member since 2020
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    2 Half Day Trips w Captain Lee

    Half Day Charter (PM) on December 24, 2020 • 4 adults

    Captain Lee put my family on a bunch of good sized Reds over two days - including 2 oversized fish. The group had both experienced and inexperienced anglers and everyone caught fish and had a great time. He has good equipment and is very knowledgeable. I will not hesitate to refer him too friends.

  • Brandon Key
    Brandon Key
    Repeat angler
    us
    Alabama, US
    Member since 2017
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip with a trout limit

    Half Day Charter (AM) on September 7, 2020 • 3 adults

    Captain Lee knows where the fish are that’s for sure. We had a limit of trout and good one at that. Great technique and an even better time. Very helpful and would recommend to anybody looking for a great day on the water.

  • Brad Cunningham
    Brad Cunningham
    Repeat angler
    Member since 2020
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great trip!

    Half Day Charter (AM) on August 4, 2020 • 3 adults

    Capt. Lee took the time to work with my sons and put us on a full box of trout. Then we headed out to deeper water and caught Kings until our arms were sore. I highly recommend!

  • Joshua Downey
    Joshua Downey
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2019
    3 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    June fishing trip

    Half Day Charter (AM) on June 27, 2019 • 2 adults

    The best charter i have been on at South Padre. He goes out of his way to take care of customers. We caught a lot of great fish.

  • Kaleb Barnes
    Kaleb Barnes
    us
    Colorado, US
    Member since 2019
    5.0
    Verified

    Afternoon with captain Alvarez

    Half Day Charter (AM) on August 10, 2019 • 4 adults • 1 child

    awesome environment and is very patient!

  • Chad Smith
    Chad Smith
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2018
    4.7
    Verified

    Fishing with Lee

    Half Day Charter (AM) on June 9, 2018 • 3 adults

Rating

5.0
11 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

All reviews (11)

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John Garza
John Garza
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2017
20 trips
The captain canceled
September 6, 2026

The charter operator canceled 4 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

Tim Ellis
Tim Ellis
us
Texas, US
Member since 2017
The captain canceled
June 20, 2026

The charter operator canceled 4 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

Johnny Thatcher
Johnny Thatcher
Repeat angler
us
Oklahoma, US
Member since 2018
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Great Trip
Half Day Charter (PM) on December 9, 2023 • 2 adults

Captain Lee was the best!! Would definitely book with him again. Put us on some nice fish. Was very patient and helpfully.

JOHN HESTER
JOHN HESTER
Repeat angler
us
Oklahoma, US
Member since 2020
4 trips
5.0
Verified
2 Half Day Trips w Captain Lee
Half Day Charter (PM) on December 24, 2020 • 4 adults

Captain Lee put my family on a bunch of good sized Reds over two days - including 2 oversized fish. The group had both experienced and inexperienced anglers and everyone caught fish and had a great time. He has good equipment and is very knowledgeable. I will not hesitate to refer him too friends.

Brandon Key
Brandon Key
Repeat angler
us
Alabama, US
Member since 2017
4 trips
5.0
Verified
Great trip with a trout limit
Half Day Charter (AM) on September 7, 2020 • 3 adults

Captain Lee knows where the fish are that’s for sure. We had a limit of trout and good one at that. Great technique and an even better time. Very helpful and would recommend to anybody looking for a great day on the water.

FAQs about Captain Lee’s SPI Fishing Charters

Captain Lee’s SPI Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Charter (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Charter (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $150 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Charter (9 hours)
When you book a trip with Captain Lee’s SPI Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Captain Lee’s SPI Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Drinks
Captain Lee’s SPI Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Flats fishing
Captain Lee’s SPI Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Captain Lee’s SPI Fishing Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Lee Alvarez
Lee Alvarez
South Padre Island, Texas, United States
15 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since May 2016
Captain Lee Alvarez has been fishing the beautiful Lower Laguna Madre waters for over 20 years, and is a highly experienced and knowledgeable guide. He enjoys nothing more than seeing the joy on people's faces as they reel in an impressive catch. Capt. Lee is happy to teach his guests everything he knows about fishing these waters, and always strives to provide an unforgettable and exciting experience as you go in search of big fish!
Lee Alvarez
Lee Alvarez
15
reviews
2016
member since
~1h
response
Captain Lee Alvarez has been fishing the beautiful Lower Laguna Madre waters for over 20 years, and is a highly experienced and knowledgeable guide. He enjoys nothing more than seeing the joy on people's faces as they reel in an impressive catch. Capt. Lee is happy to teach his guests everything he knows about fishing these waters, and always strives to provide an unforgettable and exciting experience as you go in search of big fish!

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Snook
Snook

Real catches by this captain

  • December fishing trip
    George S.
    George S.
  • Half day trip with Capt. Lee
    Chris B.
    Chris B.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
2016
Boat manufacturer
Shallow Sport
Boat type
Flats boat
Engine model
Yamaha SHO
Powered by
1 x 200HP

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Drinks

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 agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
You keep catch

How you can pay

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 2% charge will apply.

What’s biting in South Padre Island right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
SnookSnook
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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21 ft
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+4
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