Rio Fishing Guide Service - SPI

Fishing trips aboard Rio Fishing Guide Service will take you exploring the flats and backcountry waters of South Padre Island. With a consistent stock of fish throughout the year, these waters offer superb Texas inshore fishing. Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder, Black Drum, Sheepshead – you name it, they’re all biting around here.

Your guide for the day is Capt. Ruben who has been fishing for the past 20 years and has worked as captain for nearly a decade. He knows these waters well and will make sure you have a nice day out. One look at the photos of his fishing trips, and you’ll understand why so many repeat customers come fishing with him over and over again.

Captain Ruben will welcome you aboard his 21’ Shallow Sport Boats center console. She is powered by a 150 HP Yamaha engine and comes equipped with navigational electronics. There is an ice box onboard, as well as a live well, safety gear, and an assortment of rods, reels, and tackle. The vessel can take up to five anglers, which means you and your friends will have enough room for fishing.

Trip rates include all the fishing gear and catch cleaning. You need to purchase and bring along a valid Texas saltwater fishing license. If you want to fish with kids, come along! When packing for the trip, remember to bring sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, food and drinks, as well as a camera to take a nice shot of your catch.

You can try a variety of techniques: sight casting, which is interesting to both novice anglers and those with more experience, light tackle fishing, using artificial or live bait, you can learn a lot and have fun while you’re at it. Get your friends and hop onboard!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Viaje Privado
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    ¡solicitado! Reservado hace: 1 día
    Cancelación GRATIS 7 días de aviso
    5 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 7:00 AM
    US $425
    Spend the morning fishing out of South Padre Island where numerous flats produce solid fishing year round. You can get Redfish, Trout, Snook, Sheepshead, Black Drum, Pompano, Flounder, or Mangrove Snapper. The captain will furnish all the fishing gear. You must bring a valid saltwater Texas fishing license, snacks, drinks, a hat, sunglasses, sun protection, and a camera. This is a great introduction to fishing for novice anglers and families with kids.
  • Viaje Privado
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    Cancelación GRATIS 7 días de aviso
    5 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 2:00 PM
    US $425
    This afternoon trip will see you getting the best of Texas inshore fish. Reds, Black Drum, Speckled Trout, Flounder, Sheepshead, and many more can end up in your bag. If you manage to reel them in, that is. All the gear is waiting for you onboard, just remember to bring along a valid saltwater Texas fishing license. Prepare food and drinks, bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and a camera. If you've just started fishing, this trip is the perfect choice.
  • Viaje Privado
    Full Day Trip
    Cancelación GRATIS 7 días de aviso
    8 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 7:00 AM
    US $550
    On this full day trip, you will have a lot of time to explore all the riches of South Padre Island fishing. You can chase Redfish, Trout, Flounder, Black Drum, and many other species. All the gear is provided onboard, but you need to bring a valid Texas saltwater fishing license. Pack some sandwiches, bring refreshments, and pack sunscreen.
Hay 3 personas mirando este charter.

FAQs about Rio Fishing Guide Service - SPI

Rio Fishing Guide Service - SPI offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $425 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $425 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Rio Fishing Guide Service - SPI, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Localizador de peces
  • Vivero para la carnada
  • Nevera para la pesca

Trips booked with Rio Fishing Guide Service - SPI include:
  • Cañas, carretes y equipo
  • Señuelos
  • Limpieza y Fileteado
  • Snacks
  • Bebidas

Rio Fishing Guide Service - SPI offers the following types of fishing:
  • Pesca de Orilla
  • Pesca Cerca de la Costa
  • Pesca en Aguas Poco Profundas

Rio Fishing Guide Service - SPI offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Equipo Ligero
  • Pesca de Fondo/ Bottom Fishing
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Rio Fishing Guide Service - SPI include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Pompano
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout

Sobre el Captain

Ruben Riojas
Isla del Padre Sur, Texas, Estados Unidos
Reportes de Pesca
Identificación y licencia verificadas
143 Opiniones de los clientes
Tiempo de respuesta dentro de una hora
Miembro desde Abril 2015
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
I am licensed by the U.S. Coast Guard and Texas Park and Wildlife Department for the past 12 years. As a child I grew up fishing and learning from my father and grandfather. Since then I have developed a passion for fishing. I wanted to share my experience on the water with other people.

Sobre este listado

Especies de Interés

Black Drum Black Drum
Flounder Flounder
Pompano Pompano
Redfish Redfish

Especificaciones del barco

Shallow Sport Boats (Center console) construido en 2022. Impulsado por 250HP Suzuki motor, con una velocidad máxima de crucero de 45 nudos.

Longitud
24 ft
Capacidad
5 personas

Tipos de Pesca

Pesca de Orilla
Pesca Cerca de la Costa
Pesca en Aguas Poco Profundas

Técnicas de Pesca

Equipo Ligero
Pesca de Fondo/ Bottom Fishing
Popping
Drift Fishing

Servicios

GPS
Localizador de peces
Vivero para la carnada
Nevera para la pesca

El Viaje Incluye

Cañas, carretes y equipo
Señuelos
Limpieza y Fileteado
Snacks
Bebidas

Política de Cancelación

Cancelación gratis hasta 7 días antes del viaje

Los clientes pueden cancelar o modificar su reserva hasta 7 días antes de la fecha del viaje sin cargo. Si el viaje se cancela o modifica después, o en caso de no presentarse, se cobrará el 100% del depósito.

Políticas

Traslado no incluído
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Se permiten niños
4+
Te quedas con la pesca
Se permite captura y liberación

Pago

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

Cuando el capitán confirme tu viaje, FishingBooker cargará a su tarjeta de crédito un depósito del 15% para garantizar la reserva.

El saldo restante se pagará directamente al operador del charter en la fecha del viaje o antes en uno de los siguientes métodos de pago:

Efectivo
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
Al pagar el saldo restante con tarjeta de crédito, habrá un cargo adicional del 4%

Isla del Padre Sur Calendario de Pesca

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Opiniones de los clientes

Calificación general
Excellent
4.9 / 5
de 5 estrellas de 124 reseñas
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Fotos de clientes (244)
Great with Kids
Great with Kids
Great with Kids
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Calificación del pescador
115
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Opinión de los pescadores
Buena experiencia
100%
Capitán amigable
100%
Recomienda este charter
98%
Apto para niños
98%
Satisfecho con el barco
100%
Atrapé lo que quería
93%
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Bryan P.
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Experiencia:
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Barco
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5.0 / 5
Tripulación
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5.0 / 5
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Great with Kids

VERIFICADO   NUEVO  Half Day Trip (AM) on Marzo 29, 2024
Took my 2 sons, 5 and 9, out with Captain Rubin.  He was very patient with my very active boys and helped them to catch and...
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Jonathan D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
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Fishing trip in June

VERIFICADO   Half Day Trip (AM) on Junio 7, 2023
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Allison L.
New Berlin, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Half day trip with Ruben

VERIFICADO   Half Day Trip (AM) on Abril 30, 2023
what a great experience with Ruben as our guide through Rio Fishing guide service. Ruben was especially patient with our 10...
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Charles K.
Canyon Lake, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Morning Trip with Rio Guide Service

VERIFICADO   Half Day Trip (AM) on Agosto 13, 2023
Ruben took my two teenage daughters and myself out for a bay trip.  Ruben was super patient, and helped my daughters fish...
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David S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

A great morning on the bay.

VERIFICADO   Half Day Trip (AM) on Noviembre 20, 2023
Had a great trip, while not ideal conditions, Captain Ruben kept us in position to catch fish and enjoy our morning. My son...
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