Surrender At Sunrise – Flounder Gigging Trips 

5.0/5 (9 reviews)
 519 Bigelow Street, Aransas Pass, TX 78336, United States

Surrender At Sunrise is your key to something different, unique, and exciting on the waters of Aransas Pass, Texas. Be a real hunter at least for a night. Try Flounder gigging with the pros!

Think of the quiet and serene bays, calm waters, and the winds that lay low. Just imagine getting out later in the evening to get your weekly dinners sorted out. Try it once, and you will surely want to come back time and time again.

Your trip will begin by staling the elusive Flounder. They are nocturnal fish and feed in the shallows along the reefs and banks. Once the camouflaged fish are caught, they become a delicious dinner - baked, fried, grilled, or broiled.

Capt. Dave will welcome you aboard and then the fun will begin. He will quietly drift the boat along an oyster reef or a sandy area - anywhere the waters are shallow and clear. The boat is equipped with a special light that ill shine down on the bottom.

The boat itself is a 22’ Long Beach Aluminum boat. Built in 2016, she is a perfect vessel for Flounder gigging. The boat comes powered by a 150 HP Mercury Pro XS engine. There is plenty of space for up to 4 anglers. All aboard!

The trip comes with all the necessary equipment for Flounder gigging. You should bring a bug spray and a cooler with whatever drinks you want.

David Dupnik

Captain

David Dupnik

18 years of experience

Most popular features:

 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Child Friendly
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle

Trip availability and prices

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Flounder Gigging Trip (Night)
Low rate deposit non-refundable
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 PM
US $700 
Entire boat: up to 4 people

Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 9 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (9)

One of the best trips!
One of the best trips!
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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

100%

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Sarah W.
Sarah W.

Port Aransas, Texas

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

One of the best trips!

VERIFIED

Flounder Gigging Trip (Night) on June 28, 2023

We take at least 2 guided trips a year with our boys all over the country. All types of fishing and this was our first time Giggin’! Dave was SO great!! This is at the top of our list as being one of our favorite family trips. My boys loved it and Dave was engaging and I have to believe the best giggin’ guide in Port A. We highly recommend him and look forward to another trip in the future!

We take at least 2 guided trips a year with our boys all over the country. All types of fishing and this was our first time Giggin’! Dave was SO great!! This is at the top of our list as being one of our favorite family trips. My boys loved it and Dave was engaging and I have to believe the best giggin’ guide in Port A. We highly recommend him and look forward to another trip in the future!  

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 Sarah W. recommends Surrender At Sunrise – Flounder Gigging Trips
David Dupnik
David Dupnik (The Captain)
Replied on July 3, 2023
Thank you Sarah. Appreciate it and hope to see your family again!

Andrew M.
Andrew M.

Poquoson, VA

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

March fishing trip

VERIFIED

Flounder Gigging Trip (Night) on March 18, 2019

Capt Dave was there early, all ready to go. Quick into then we went right out. Got to initial fishing spot before sundown and watched the sunset. Got to gigging and the conditions were rather murky. We fished there for about ten minutes not seeing much. Passed on a few small ones. We cranked up and went to another place. Started thinking shouldnt have passed on the small ones. But got couple flounder there. Then cranked up and went a few miles and started back in. We worked all around getting a few here and there. We started fishing at 830 PM and by 1045 we had our limit of ten for my 23 yo son and I. We fished for another half hour or so after sheepshead and black drum getting one. They were quite fast and it was pretty cold out. We quickly went back to the dock and Dave nicely filleted the fish. We were in our car by 1130. Dave worked hard to put us on fish, not afraid to leave marginal conditions for better. He talks the right amount and his boat is set up just perfect for gigging. It's fast and smooth on the big motor and the prop works well. The lights are really good, but it's still plenty challenging. It's a lot of fun and is something different from the usual fishing. Good value for the money. I liked seeing his fishing reports as they gave an accurate depiction of how the fishing was progressing and it was as good for us as for those before us. Go with Dave, you'll like it.

Capt Dave was there early, all ready to go. Quick into then we went right out. Got to initial fishing spot before sundown and watched the sunset. Got to gigging and the conditions were rather murky. We fished there for about ten minutes not seeing much. Passed on a few small ones. We cranked up and went to another place. Started thinking shouldnt have passed on the small ones. But got couple flounder there. Then cranked up and went a few miles and started back in. We worked all around...  

 Andrew M. recommends Surrender At Sunrise – Flounder Gigging Trips
1 person finds this review helpful
David Dupnik
David Dupnik (The Captain)
Replied on March 19, 2019
Thanks a bunch Andy. Appreciate the review and hope to see y’all again!

Chad R.
Chad R.

Houston, Texas

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Floundering trip with captain Dave

VERIFIED

Flounder Gigging Trip (Night) on October 28, 2020

Captain Dave was top notch...There were four of us and we gigged 4 limits of flounder plus a sheepshead. The boat was top of the line and Dave is a skilled captain and fisherman. I’ve floundered before but Dave pointed out fish I never would’ve seen...highly recommended!

Captain Dave was top notch...There were four of us and we gigged 4 limits of flounder plus a sheepshead. The boat was top of the line and Dave is a skilled captain and fisherman. I’ve floundered before but Dave pointed out fish I never would’ve seen...highly recommended!  

 Chad R. recommends Surrender At Sunrise – Flounder Gigging Trips
2 persons find this review helpful
David Dupnik
David Dupnik (The Captain)
Replied on October 29, 2020
Thank you Chad. Appreciate the review!

Jay B.
Jay B.

Panhandle, TX

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing with David

VERIFIED

Flounder Gigging Trip (Night) on June 15, 2019

Conditions were not the best but Capt. Dave worked hard to find the “Flatties” . It took some extra time but he lives up to his name , Surender at Sunrise, we limited out with 25 Flounder and some bonus Sheepshead and Black Drum !! Thanks Capt. We will be back !! Also Capt. Is awesome with kids , my 10 year old grandson’s first trip and now thanks to Capt. Dave , he is a “ gigging “ pro ! ?

Conditions were not the best but Capt. Dave worked hard to find the “Flatties” . It took some extra time but he lives up to his name , Surender at Sunrise, we limited out with 25 Flounder and some bonus Sheepshead and Black Drum !! Thanks Capt. We will be back !! Also Capt. Is awesome with kids , my 10 year old grandson’s first trip and now thanks to Capt. Dave , he is a “ gigging “ pro ! ?  

 Jay B. recommends Surrender At Sunrise – Flounder Gigging Trips
David Dupnik
David Dupnik (The Captain)
Replied on June 16, 2019
Thanks for your review, Jay. Appreciate it and hope to see yall again!

James B.
James B.

Mustang, OK

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing with David

VERIFIED

Flounder Gigging Trip (Night) on April 16, 2019

Enjoyed our 1st trip with David! David is a great Captain and did a great job helping all of us get the hang of Flounder Gigging! David knew where to take us and we got our limit! Would highly recommend to anyone wanting a most pleasant and experienced Captain! Thanks again David for a great evening! Jim & Pat Buckner

Enjoyed our 1st trip with David! David is a great Captain and did a great job helping all of us get the hang of Flounder Gigging! David knew where to take us and we got our limit! Would highly recommend to anyone wanting a most pleasant and experienced Captain! Thanks again David for a great evening! Jim & Pat Buckner  

 James B. recommends Surrender At Sunrise – Flounder Gigging Trips
David Dupnik
David Dupnik (The Captain)
Replied on April 18, 2019
Thanks for your review! Appreciate it Jim.

FAQs about Surrender At Sunrise – Flounder Gigging Trips

What are the trip rates for Surrender At Sunrise – Flounder Gigging Trips?

Surrender At Sunrise – Flounder Gigging Trips offers the following trip to customers:

  • US $700 per group, additional US $200 per person after 2 guests - Flounder Gigging Trip (Night) (4 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Surrender At Sunrise – Flounder Gigging Trips?

When you book a trip with Surrender At Sunrise – Flounder Gigging Trips, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS
  • Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Surrender At Sunrise – Flounder Gigging Trips?

Trips booked with Surrender At Sunrise – Flounder Gigging Trips include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle (All equipment included)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
What types of fishing does Surrender At Sunrise – Flounder Gigging Trips offer?

Surrender At Sunrise – Flounder Gigging Trips offers the following type of fishing:

  • Flats Fishing
What fishing techniques does Surrender At Sunrise – Flounder Gigging Trips offer?

Surrender At Sunrise – Flounder Gigging Trips offers the following fishing technique:

  • Flounder Gigging
Which fish species can I catch with Surrender At Sunrise – Flounder Gigging Trips?

Top targeted fish species with Surrender At Sunrise – Flounder Gigging Trips include:

  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Sheepshead

Your captain

David Dupnik

Aransas Pass, Texas, United States

47 Fishing Reports
9 Customer reviews
Response time 12 hours
Member since January 2018

Gig Flounder with the BEST! Capt. David has over 20 years of successful fishing experience and he knows the area waters like most people know their hometown. If you haven’t experienced flounder gigging from a boat, this will be an experience you do not want to miss as well as one you won’t soon forget.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Sheepshead
Sheepshead

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2016
Boat manufacturer
Long Beach Aluminum Boats
Boat type
Aluminum fishing

Engine model
Mercury Pro XS 150
Powered by
1 x 150HP

What kind of fishing will you do?

Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Flounder Gigging

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS

Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

All equipment included

Catch cleaning & filleting

How cancellations work

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

Vests ready

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

 Checks

 Bank Transfer

What’s biting in Aransas Pass right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
SheepsheadSheepshead