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Chad Banks
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Chad Banks

Port Aransas, United States
Federal waters
Angler's choice
100+ reviews
Captain Chad has fished his entire life and for him, this is more than just a job – it's a way of life. He enjoys watching people catch fish as much as he does catching them himself.

Charter

Rating

5.0
161 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

99%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
90%
Appropriate for children
100%
Satisfied with the boat
97%
Caught fish

All reviews (161)

Showing 1 – 5 of 161 reviews
  • Steve Blivin
    Steve Blivin
    Repeat angler
    us
    Washington D.C., US
    Member since 2023
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    We limited out on Red Snapper!

    8 Hour Trip • 6 adults

    Great experience. Captain and Crew listened to what we wanted for our fishing experience - and they made sure we got it! Great boat. Loved all the bean bag chairs to lounge in while we headed 30-40 miles off shore. Lots of poles to use - so if one needed to have new hooks put on - we could just grab another pool and be back on the fishing. The little kid pole was a blast. Caught one of the bigger fish on it! Great day on the water. Perfect weather.

    Response from Captain

    It was wonderful meeting you. Thank you for spending the day on the water with us!

  • Brian Fischer
    Brian Fischer
    Repeat angler
    us
    Kansas, US
    Member since 2025
    4 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great deep sea trip!

    8 Hour Trip • 4 adults

    Loved our trip with Blue Water Excursions! The crew did a great job of finding the fish and helping us catch them! We caught and kept 170 pounds of fish and released over 50 pounds more including another shark. We caught Cobia, Barracuda, Red Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Black Tipped Shark and a Jack Cravelle. Would definitely recommend this guide service to anyone who wants to have a great time fishing in the Gulf!

    Reported catch:
    Great Barracuda
    Cobia
    Red Snapper
    Blacktip Shark
    Response from Captain

    Thanks Brian! Enjoyed spending the day out on the water with yall!

  • Davis Adams
    Davis Adams
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Snapper Limit!

    8 Hour Trip • 6 adults

    Chad and Derek are true professionals! Even with bad weather in the early morning they made the trip unforgettable. They know the spots where fish are and we limited out on snapper in about 1.5 hours of fishing. They were ready for us to catch some different fish but we chose to come in early because of some seasick anglers. Can’t imagjne how many we would’ve caught if we stayed out and can’t reccomend them enough!

    Reported catch:
    Red Snapper
    Gag Grouper
    Blacktip Shark
    Response from Captain

    Thanks Davis had a good time!

  • Henry Arce-torres
    Henry Arce-torres
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing 2026 LPB

    8 Hour Trip • 6 adults

    This experience was not great but beyond excellent! Captain Neslson and Derrick were both very nice, friendly, and super helpful since it was our first trip. We caught a king fish and Wahoo as well. That was great, but it was amazing when they help us with the Sand Bar Shark we caught. Struggle was the best experience they let us achieve and fighting it over 45 minutes was priceless.!!!!!!! Definitely booking again with them

    Response from Captain

    Thank you Very much. enjoyed spending the day on the water with yal!

  • Greg Perkins
    Greg Perkins
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    KIDS HAD A BLAST!!!

    8 Hour Trip • 5 adults • 1 child

    My wife and I took 4 kids and we went out for 8 hours, the kids had such a great time and were begging for the next trip. Captain Nelson and Derek were awesome and very patient with us, they were exceedingly gracious and tried to get us on every fish we could, even let our youngest use his personal small Ugly Stick. It was an amazing trip, we will be going again!!

    Reported catch:
    Great Barracuda
    Cobia
    Red Snapper
    Blacktip Shark
    +1
    Response from Captain

    Thank you so much Greg! We had an awesome time fishing with yall. Cant wait to do it again!!

Real catches shared by our community

  • Blue Water Excursions – Deep Sea
    Blue Water Excursions – Deep SeaPort Aransas, TX
    Multiple fish displayed on a catch board at Fisherman's Wharf in Port Aransas, Texas, overlooking the marina dock.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Jason M.
    Jason M.
  • Blue Water Excursions – Deep Sea
    Blue Water Excursions – Deep SeaPort Aransas, TX
    Angler proudly displaying a large fish aboard a fishing boat in open waters, showcasing a successful deep-sea fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Great Barracuda
    Daniel S.
    Daniel S.
    the captain and his helper were the best. put us on fish and had a memorable experience. thank you Blue Water!!
  • Blue Water Excursions – Deep Sea
    Blue Water Excursions – Deep SeaPort Aransas, TX
    Group of anglers posing behind a dockside catch board displaying multiple red snapper and other Gulf Coast fish, with a large shark on the ground.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Red Snapper
    Mike O.
    Mike O.
  • Blue Water Excursions – Deep Sea
    Blue Water Excursions – Deep SeaPort Aransas, TX
    A group proudly displays their catch of various fish, including King Mackerel and Red Snapper, at Fisherman's Wharf in Port Aransas, Texas.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Michael S.
    Michael S.
    We had a 3 man group. Unfortunately, we had one get sick before clearing the jetties. Captain Miller did a great job of still getting us on fish, while making it as easy on our sick comrade. Fish of the day was a 41 lb. cobia.
  • Blue Water Excursions – Deep Sea
    Blue Water Excursions – Deep SeaPort Aransas, TX
    Group posing beside a large dockside fish display at Fisherman's Wharf in Port Aransas, Texas, featuring red snapper and multiple kingfish.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Red Snapper
    Brian F.
    Brian F.
    Loved our trip with Blue Water Excursions! The crew did a great job of finding the fish and helping us catch them! We caught and kept 170 pounds of fish and released over 50 pounds more including another shark. We caught Cobia, Barracuda, Red Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Black Tipped Shark and a Jack Cravelle. Would definitely recommend this guide service to anyone who wants to have a great time fishing in the Gulf!
  • Blue Water Excursions – Deep Sea
    Blue Water Excursions – Deep SeaPort Aransas, TX
    A young angler proudly holding a large Barracuda on a fishing charter, showcasing her catch against the backdrop of the open sea.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Great Barracuda
    Celite M.
    Celite M.
    This is the boat you want to go on if you want to catch fish. Both crew members were running like crazy keeping 6-8 lines in the water with every type of bait for 3 of us. We took home 30lbs of fish after harvest.
  • Blue Water Excursions – Deep Sea
    Blue Water Excursions – Deep SeaPort Aransas, TX
    Group of adult anglers posing behind a large catch board of red snapper and other Gulf Coast fish at Fisherman's Wharf in Port Aransas, Texas.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Snapper
    J C.
    J C.
    6 anglers limited out on good sized Red Snapper and added to barracuda and Kings to the box. Everyone caught fish and had a great time!
  • Blue Water Excursions – Deep Sea
    Blue Water Excursions – Deep SeaPort Aransas, TX
    Two anglers proudly displaying a large shark on a fishing boat, showcasing their successful catch during a deep-sea fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +3
    Hammerhead Shark
    Dan N.
    Dan N.
    Nelson and Derrick were awesome and we caught a ton of fish. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking.
  • Blue Water Excursions – Deep Sea
    Blue Water Excursions – Deep SeaPort Aransas, TX
    Young angler and a masked fishing companion proudly hold a large mahi-mahi aboard an offshore charter boat, with additional fish visible in the cooler.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dustin W.
    Dustin W.
    This was our second time out with these guys. My family and I come here once a year since my kids were very young. We went fishing with these guys last year and this year. We will be scheduling a trip with them everytime we come down here. It is a great time. Very accommodating. Awesome experience each time. Thanks guy!!!
  • Blue Water Excursions – Deep Sea
    Blue Water Excursions – Deep SeaPort Aransas, TX
    Group of anglers proudly posing with their catch of Red Snapper and a shark displayed on a catch board at Fisherman's Wharf in Port Aransas, Texas.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Snapper
    Keelan D.
    Keelan D.

What's biting with Blue Water Excursions – Deep Sea in Port Aransas

Bay fishing is excellent, with large numbers of Redfish, Trout, Black Drum, and Flounder. Flounder can only be caught with hook and line this month. Offshore, people are catching Kingfish, Tuna, and the occasional Wahoo.

Top catches for November