Port Isabel
Instant Confirmation
Trips from
US $595
Captain
Josh Zachman
Port Isabel, United States
Federal waters
100+ reviews
Welcome aboard! I'm Capt Josh Zachman, a deep-sea fishing guide with a wealth of experience and a formal education in Fisheries Science. My career has taken me to the waters of six continents and over 30 countries, where I've honed my expertise in the art and science of offshore angling.
While I've had the privilege of pursuing trophy catches in some of the world's most breathtaking locations, my true passion lies in sharing this knowledge and excitement with others. Whether you're an experienced angler seeking new challenges or a novice eager to learn the ropes, I take great pleasure in guiding individuals of all skill levels towards memorable and successful fishing experiences.
One aspect of my work that brings me particular joy is introducing kids to the wonders of fishing. There's something magical about witnessing their excitement as they reel in their first big catch or learn how to tie their first fishing knot. It's these moments that truly make every expedition unforgettable.
On my boat, I strive to cultivate an environment that feels less like a guided expedition and more like a day out with friends. With my expertise in fishing and a genuine passion for the sport, I aim to blend professionalism with a laid-back atmosphere, where clients feel at ease and excited to cast their lines. Whether it's swapping stories about past catches, sharing tips and tricks, or simply enjoying the serenity of the open water, I ensure that every moment on board is filled with camaraderie and laughter. Together, we create memories that extend beyond the thrill of the catch, that make every trip feel like a reunion among friends.
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Rating
4.8
103 reviews
4.8
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.8
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (97)
What anglers say
98%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
92%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
93%
Caught fish
All reviews (103)
Showing 1 – 5 of 103 reviews
David Trosko
Texas, US•Member since 20265.0VerifiedPuke and Rally
Half Day Trip (PM) • 4 adults • 2 childrenHad a fun adventure on our first deep seafishing experience with Josh. Most of the family got sea sick due to our inexperience and super choppy waters. But we'd definitely do it again. Caught a decent amount of red snapper, saw dolphins, sea turtles, and even hooked a huge hammerhead shark. We'll be talking about this experience until our next one. Josh was great, super experienced, and put us on fish right away.
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Eric HoloubekSan Antonio, TX, US•Member since 20255.0VerifiedGreat half day fishing in October
Half Day Trip (AM) • 2 adultsMy wife and I went fishing offshore out of Port Mansfield with Captain Josh to fish for Red Snapper. We had a really great time. Captain Josh is safety minded, thoughtful, and very knowledgeable and gave us good instructions on how to catch those Red Snappers. He has the perfect boat for off shore fishing with good rods and reels. Captain Josh is a very likeable and focused guide. After about an hour and a half trip out he put us on fish and we both caught our limit with a couple of nice big ones. We definately recommend his guide services and would use him again.
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Brodie GoetteMissouri, US•Member since 20265.0VerifiedProfessional!
Half Day Trip • 4 adults • 1 childCaptain Josh was prompt, thorough, fun, and courteous. Not only did he go the extra (several) miles to find us fish, he set us up to be comfortable and have a good time. He is a true fisherman and a safe captain. He even made recommendations on which restaurants to bring our catch to cook, and gave tips on how to freeze and store the remainder.
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Lora DavisMichigan, US•Member since 20265.0VerifiedAbsolute blast!
Half Day Trip • 4 adultsHighly anticipated trip and it did not disappoint! 🐟 Josh put us on over 50 red snapper (7 keepers!) and gave great local advice. White Sands restaurant for the win on cooking them up! He definitely knows his fishing, the waters and where to catch! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Can’t wait to book again. Thanks for an incredible day Josh!
Reported catch:Response from Captainthanks so much for the review! glad yall had a good time look forward to having yall back!
Peter HengTexas, US•Member since 20244.7Verified12 for 12, limited out in 2 hours!
Full Day Trip • 2 adults • 1 childWe limited out on state snappers in less than 2 hours, 3 person group. Captain Josh was very kind to my family and had the patience with my noob fishing relatives. He was very safe and explained processes when necessary. The boat was kepted very clean and ran well, even during the catching feast, housekeeping was maintained. the boat was not loud and he even asked us if we would like music played to our liking. I will use Captain Josh every year when in the SPI area.
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September is all about Flounder fishing on the flats. But that doesn't mean that Reds, Specks, Snook, and Tarpon are slowing down. Snapper fishing is still hot, hot, hot.