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Rolando Gonzalez
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Rolando Gonzalez

South Padre Island, United States
10+ reviews
I, Capt. Rolo, run trips out of the Lower Laguna Madre area aboard a 22' Imemsa panga. I was born in Port Isabel in 1962 and lived on the docks and piers as a kid. Now I have extensive knowledge on catching the delicious, red snapper off the shores of South Padre Island. I have learned that the smaller boat, offshore fishing experience is definitely preferred by my repeat customers. It's a fishing, eco-watch, and exhilarating boat-ride experience all in one. Take it off your bucket list. It's a true adventure.

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Rating

5.0
11 reviews
5.0
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

All reviews (11)

Showing 1 – 5 of 11 reviews
  • Dave Angotti
    Dave Angotti
    us
    Wisconsin, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Amazing Red Snapper Trip.

    5 Hr. Snapper Trip - • 2 adults

    Just got back from a half-day offshore trip with Captain Rolo and I can't recommend him enough! From the moment we left the dock, Captain Rolo knew exactly where to find the fish. We were hooked up with Red Snapper within the first hour. He was incredibly knowledgeable, helping us manage lines and getting the fish in the boat quickly. The boat was clean, fast, and equipped with top-notch gear. We caught our limit and had a blast. If you’re looking for a professional, hard-working captain , this is it! We will definitely be booking again next season.

    Reported catch:
    Red Snapper
    Response from Captain

    Thank you for your review and that was indeed a special trip. Sometimes things don't turn out exactly as planned, but they can still turn out amazing. Beautiful day with good people is what it’s all about. Muchas gracias😊.

  • William James Rodney
    William James Rodney
    us
    Louisiana, US
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    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Awesome trip!

    4 Hr SnapperTrip: 1 person $400 • 1 adult

    Captain Rolo knows how to take care of the client and put you in the fish.

    Reported catch:
    Red Snapper
    Response from Captain

    It's always good to go fishing with an awesome fisherman and person. My water pump went down as we were heading home and James could not have made me felt that that was just part of a normal day on the water. Thanks for a good time and looking forward to fishing with you again.

  • Monica Rodriguez
    Monica Rodriguez
    us
    Texas, US
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    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome day!

    5 Hr. Snapper Trip - - 6:30 AM • 3 adults

    Hit our limit on red snappers! Was a great day on the water. Great weather. Everything worked out great. Great guide. Knew were the fish were. Thanks for a great experience.

    Response from Captain

    Thank you Monica, Enrique, and Matthew for a great time. You guys were awesome, and I am so glad you got to see how beautiful our area is.

  • Christopher Holliday
    Christopher Holliday
    Repeat angler
    us
    Colorado, US
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    Member since 2024
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    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Caught our red snapper limit!!

    5 Hr. Snapper Trip - • 3 adults

    Excellent guide and really knows the area, wife and daughter got sea sick and captain was nice enough to take them back to the docks and took me back out to fish and catch our limit.

  • John Garza
    John Garza
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
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    Member since 2017
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    19 trips
    5.0
    Verified
    NEW

    Fishing with Rolando

    5 Hr. Snapper Trip - - 6:30 AM • 2 adults • 1 child
    Reported catch:
    Red Snapper
    Cobia
    Response from Captain

    Thank you John. Had a good time out there with you and CJ. Until we fish again😊🎣

Real catches shared by our community

  • Rolo's Fishing Adventures
    Rolo's Fishing AdventuresSouth Padre Island, TX
    Fishing with Rolando
    John G.
    John G.
  • Rolo's Fishing Adventures
    Rolo's Fishing AdventuresSouth Padre Island, TX
    Awesome trip!
    William J.
    William J.
  • Rolo's Fishing Adventures
    Rolo's Fishing AdventuresSouth Padre Island, TX
    awesome capton
    Leonel S.
    Leonel S.
  • Rolo's Fishing Adventures
    Rolo's Fishing AdventuresSouth Padre Island, TX
    Awsome trip
    Luis M.
    Luis M.
  • Rolo's Fishing Adventures
    Rolo's Fishing AdventuresSouth Padre Island, TX
    Awesome day!
    Monica R.
    Monica R.
  • Rolo's Fishing Adventures
    Rolo's Fishing AdventuresPort Isabel, TX
    Fishing with Rolando
    Ricky S.
    Ricky S.
  • Rolo's Fishing Adventures
    Rolo's Fishing AdventuresPort Isabel, TX
    Amazing Red Snapper Trip.
    Dave A.
    Dave A.
  • Rolo's Fishing Adventures
    Rolo's Fishing AdventuresSouth Padre Island, TX
    This captain prepares well
    Mike H.
    Mike H.
  • Rolo's Fishing Adventures
    Rolo's Fishing AdventuresSouth Padre Island, TX
    Fishing was great,Catching was a little slow
    Gary S.
    Gary S.

What's biting with Rolo's Fishing Adventures in South Padre Island

Flounder time! The fish will hide around grass beds and near passes. There are also Tarpon, Snook, Redfish, and Trout about. If the weather allows it, Snapper in state waters are a big deal.

Top catches for September

Fishing reports

A serene sunset over the ocean, showcasing vibrant colors and rays of light reflecting on the water's surface.

Good Days Forecasted — Book a Trip

Sep 11, 2026 • South Padre Island
Good days forecasted 9/17 - 9/20. Lets go!
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A proud angler holding a large Snapper while fishing on a boat in open waters.

Red Snapper Limits for 4–5 Hour Trips

Sep 10, 2026 • South Padre Island
Red snapper limits for 4 and 5 hour trips still on!
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Cobias popped up on the last 2 charters.

Aug 31, 2026 • South Padre Island
Snapper and Cobia limits on last 2 charters.
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Limits of red snapper are being caught o

Aug 9, 2026 • South Padre Island
Last 3 fishing trips were successful and recieved 5 stars from my clients. Pictures above. Good fishing weather probable from Aug 16th to Aug 18th. Book it!!
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Snapper limits in state waters still goo

Jul 27, 2026 • South Padre Island
Last couple of trips we have plenty of activity with snapper limits for three and four people. Potential Cobias also lurking in the waters?.
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A couple enjoying a successful fishing trip, posing with a catch of Red Snapper on a small boat in a coastal setting.

There’s more than fishing!

Aug 9, 2025 • South Padre Island
Fishing, swimming, and dolphin wstching!
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