If you’re looking for an unforgettable angling adventure, cast off with Down South Fishing Charters! Departing out of Port Isabel, you’ll have the chance to experience the inshore fishing that the lower Laguna Madre has become famous for. Even better? You’ll be guided on your trip by Captain Chris Cole, who grew up fishing these waters. He knows a thing or two about what it takes to hook the catch of your dreams.

Capt. Chris has plenty of angling experience, both personally and as a charter captain. With this experience comes the opportunity to share his love of the outdoors with his clients. This is something that he feels privileged to do. He especially loves taking new anglers out and loves watching their reactions if they’ve never been on a boat before. It reminds him to never take his love for these waters for granted!

You’ll be fishing from Capt. Chris’s 21’ Shallow Sport bay boat. She’s built for cruising narrow, shallow waters, making her the perfect vessel for exploring Laguna Madre. Capt. Chris can accommodate up to 6 guests, and warmly welcomes families with little ones on board, too. Your vessel is decked out with top-quality navigational and safety gear, as well as plenty of storage, so you don’t need to worry about bringing your own cooler.

When it comes to fishing, there’s a reason why Laguna Madre is so beloved by anglers! Capt. Chris will have you targeting exciting species such as huge Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder, and Black Drum. You’ll be using light tackle to hook your catch, and your captain will show you how to wield your rod for the best results. Catch and release is encouraged – why not help preserve this excellent fishery for generations to come?

Rods, reels, and tackle are included in your trip, as well as drinking water. Live bait can be purchased at an additional cost, and you’ll need to pick up a fishing license beforehand. Then it’s time to cast off on an incredible angling adventure with Down South Fishing Charters!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Viaje Privado
    Spring Break Special
    Cancelación GRATIS 1 día de aviso
    6 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 6:30 AM
    Viaje de temporada Mar 10 - Mar 24
    US $475
    A little special for the Spring Break Holiday starting from 3/10/24 to 3/24/24
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
  • Viaje Privado
    Spring Break Special
    Cancelación GRATIS 1 día de aviso
    6 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 1:00 PM
    US $525
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
  • Viaje Privado
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    Cancelación GRATIS 1 día de aviso
    5 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 1:00 PM
    US $500
    This half day trip is a great introduction to angling for newer anglers, as well as being the perfect way to hook yourself some tasty table fare. Capt. Chris will take you out to the most productive spots in the lower Laguna Madre, where you'll target Redfish, Speckled Trout, and Flounder. You'll be provided with top-quality fishing gear, and live bait is available at an additional cost. Just make sure you purchase a fishing license beforehand!
    Tipos de Pesca
    Pesca de Orilla
    Pesca Cerca de la Costa
    Pesca en Aguas Poco Profundas
    Técnicas de Pesca
    Pesca de Fondo/ Bottom Fishing
    Equipo Ligero
    Jigging
    Popping
    Spinning
  • Viaje Privado
    Half Day Trip (AM)
    Cancelación GRATIS 1 día de aviso
    5 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 6:30 AM
    US $525
    This morning option is a great introduction to angling for newer anglers, as well as being the perfect way to hook yourself some tasty table fare. Capt. Chris will take you out to the most productive spots in the lower Laguna Madre, where you'll target Redfish, Speckled Trout, and Flounder. You'll be provided with top-quality fishing gear, and live bait is available at an additional cost. Just make sure you purchase a fishing license beforehand!
    Tipos de Pesca
    Pesca Cerca de la Costa
    Pesca en Aguas Poco Profundas
    Técnicas de Pesca
    Pesca de Fondo/ Bottom Fishing
    Equipo Ligero
    Jigging
    Popping
    Spinning
  • Viaje Privado
    Full Day Trip
    Cancelación GRATIS 1 día de aviso
    10 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 6:30 AM
    US $1,000
    Spend a full day exploring the magic waters of the lower Laguna Madre! If you're a newbie, you can fit in plenty of learning and catching, and experienced anglers can cover lots of ground. You'll be targeting species such as Redfish, Speckled Trout, Flounder, Snook, and more. Your captain will provide the fishing gear, and you can purchase live bait at an additional cost. Just bring a fishing license and you're set! Please check with the captain if there is an extra fuel surcharge for offshore trips.
    Tipos de Pesca
    Pesca de Orilla
    Pesca Cerca de la Costa
    Pesca en Aguas Poco Profundas
    Técnicas de Pesca
    Pesca de Fondo/ Bottom Fishing
    Equipo Ligero
    Jigging
    Popping
    Spinning
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FAQs about Down South Fishing Charters

Down South Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $475 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Spring Break Special (6 hours)
  • US $475 per group, additional US $50 per person after 1 guest - Spring Break Special (6 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $525 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (10 hours)

When you book a trip with Down South Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Localizador de peces
  • Vivero para la carnada

Trips booked with Down South Fishing Charters include:
  • Cañas, carretes y equipo
  • Señuelos
  • Limpieza y Fileteado (Fish cleaning will be done at the dock by me for free.)
  • Bebidas (Waters and Gatorade. )

Down South Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Pesca de Orilla
  • Pesca Cerca de la Costa
  • Pesca en Alta Mar (My normal range is inshore and nearshore. Inshore we could travel up to twenty miles nearshore seven to ten.)
  • Pesca de Naufragio
  • Pesca en Aguas Poco Profundas

Down South Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Equipo Ligero
  • Pesca de Fondo/ Bottom Fishing
  • Troleo
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Pesca con Mosca
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Down South Fishing Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Snook
  • Speckled Trout

Sobre el Captain

Christopher Cole
Port Isabel, Texas, Estados Unidos
Identificación y licencia verificadas
34 Opiniones de los clientes
Tiempo de respuesta 2 horas
Miembro desde Septiembre 2019
Captain Chris Cole has been fishingThe Lower Laguna Madre since childhood. He loves nothing more than taking customers who have never caught a fish (or have never caught a big fish!) out to explore the bay. He feels privileged that he gets to introduce these fishing grounds to people who have never seen the Lower Laguna Madre or have never been on a boat. Seeing how these customers react to their experience reminds him to never take his love for the bay for granted! As well as running charters, he also participates in all the major tournaments this area provides. He's more than equipped to take you on the adventure of a lifetime, and can't wait to welcome you on board!

Sobre este listado

Especies de Interés

Black Drum Black Drum
Flounder Flounder
Redfish Redfish
Snook Snook

Especificaciones del barco

Shallow Sport (Bay boat) construido en 2019. Impulsado por 150HP Yamaha motor, con una velocidad máxima de crucero de 40 nudos.

Longitud
21 ft
Capacidad
6 personas

Tipos de Pesca

Pesca de Orilla
Pesca Cerca de la Costa
Pesca en Alta Mar
My normal range is inshore and nearshore. Inshore we could travel up to twenty miles nearshore seven to ten.
Pesca de Naufragio
Pesca en Aguas Poco Profundas

Técnicas de Pesca

Equipo Ligero
Pesca de Fondo/ Bottom Fishing
Troleo
Spinning
Jigging
Pesca con Mosca
Drift Fishing

Servicios

GPS
Localizador de peces
Vivero para la carnada

El Viaje Incluye

Cañas, carretes y equipo
Señuelos
Limpieza y Fileteado
Fish cleaning will be done at the dock by me for free.
Bebidas
Waters and Gatorade.

Política de Cancelación

Cancelación gratis hasta 1 día antes del viaje

Los clientes pueden cancelar o modificar su reserva hasta 1 día 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

Opción de traslado después de reservar
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Se permiten niños
One of my specialties is children . I will focus on them allowing the parents to get more fishing time.
Te quedas con la pesca

Pago

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

Cuando el capitán confirme tu viaje, FishingBooker cargará a su tarjeta de crédito un depósito del 20% 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
PayPal

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Opiniones de los clientes

Calificación general
Excellent
5.0 / 5
de 5 estrellas de 34 reseñas
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Fotos de clientes (37)
Knowledgeable, Patient, and Hard-Working
Knowledgeable, Patient, and Hard-Working
Knowledgeable, Patient, and Hard-Working
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Calificación del pescador
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Opinión de los pescadores
Buena experiencia
100%
Capitán amigable
100%
Recomienda este charter
94%
Apto para niños
96%
Satisfecho con el barco
100%
Atrapé lo que quería
92%
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Don M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Knowledgeable, Patient, and Hard-Working

VERIFICADO   NUEVO  Half Day Trip (AM) on Marzo 29, 2024
While we fared through the windy conditions, Captain Chris hung with us and tried many locations and different baits.  He...
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Michael B.
Driftwood, 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 family & Captain Christopher

VERIFICADO   Half Day Trip (PM) on Julio 7, 2023
What a great time fishing! Not only was Captain Christopher’s knowledge of the area and best spots to fish near and far...
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Joel S.
Niederwald, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Awesome Afternoon With Capt. Chris

VERIFICADO   Half Day Trip (PM) on Agosto 7, 2023
Friendly and knowledgeable captain who loves kids. Had no problem catching many fish on a windy summer midday. If you’ve...
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Ben S.
Houston, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Great trip with Captain Chris!

VERIFICADO   Half Day Trip (AM) on Julio 15, 2023
Captain Chris put us on to fish within 30 minutes of being on the water, was helpful with training the kids up, baiting and...
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Zach O.
Breckenridge, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Fantastic trip recommended to everyone

VERIFICADO   Half Day Trip (PM) on Agosto 9, 2023
Even in rough conditions we still got put on fish and had a fantastic time doing so if you’re thinking about booking someone...
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