Experience an exceptional day on the water with Captain Alana, offering personalized fishing excursions and scenic cruises around Port Isabel and South Padre Island. Whether you're targeting inshore waters, venturing nearshore, or drifting over beautiful reefs, Captain Alana will expertly guide you to prime fishing spots with enthusiasm and professionalism. Fish aboard her 25-foot Moody bay boat, perfectly suited for navigating the flats and bays along the Texas coastline. Featuring a new 250HP Suzuki engine and a PowerPole for precise anchoring, this vessel ensures a smooth and efficient fishing experience.
All fishing equipment is provided, so just bring your Texas saltwater fishing license, along with some refreshments and sunscreen, and get ready for a fantastic day outdoors. Trips are open to all ages and skill levels, and starting locations can be tailored to your preferences. Many guests have praised the experience—especially the ladies, who enjoyed catching impressive fish including a 24-inch trout safely released in accordance with conservation rules. Some redfish required tagging to keep, highlighting the respect for local regulations.
Captain Alana comes highly recommended as an engaging, knowledgeable guide in South Padre Island. Her professionalism and friendliness make each outing a joy. She is attentive and skilled at finding productive fishing spots, turning every trip into a memorable adventure. Although some days may have quieter fishing activity, Captain Alana’s expert boat handling and dedication shine through.
The boat is spacious and well-maintained, comfortably accommodating up to six people, with plenty of room to move around. Equipped with modern, well-kept gear, the boat runs efficiently and comfortably. One highlight includes fishing near the Port of Brownsville, with opportunities to explore various structures such as the decommissioned aircraft carrier Kitty Hawk. Anglers have caught a wide variety of species including mangrove snapper, sheepshead, and black drum.
Coming from a family with a rich background in commercial and sport fishing, Captain Alana has invaluable knowledge of local fish habitats and feeding patterns. Guests repeatedly express high satisfaction and plan to book future trips with her. She ensures the boat and equipment are ready upon arrival, and she is always communicative, even coordinating with other guides to find the best fishing spots available.
Unique experiences include even getting close to notable landmarks like the SpaceX Starship launch site. On some trips, catches have included speckled trout and large catfish, with occasional sightings of impressive red drum, despite environmental factors such as weather changes or nearby rocket activity that may affect fish behavior.
If you're looking for a top-quality fishing guide in the South Padre Island area, Captain Alana comes highly recommended. Many clients eagerly look forward to booking with her again, especially for exciting future outings such as targeting Tarpon.
The initial payment for this tour cannot be refunded unless the trip is canceled due to weather conditions. If you cancel on the day of the trip or fail to attend, the entire remaining cost will be charged to your card.
Includes rods, reels, and tackle.
If you're eager to experience classic Texas fishing and aim to set a new personal record, Captain Alana is the guide for you! With her expert knowledge and fishing skills, she specializes in targeting big fish in the Laguna Madre, a prime fishing location along the Texas coast. This expansive, shallow saltwater inlet is shielded from strong tides and waves, creating an ideal habitat for Redfish, Speckled Trout, and Flounder—three of Texas’s most sought-after inshore gamefish.
Captain Alana also offers exciting trips to the Port of Brownsville, where anglers can pursue diverse species while witnessing naval ship decommissioning, such as the USS Kitty Hawk. On these trips, you might hook Cobia, Mangrove Snapper, or even the occasional Texas Tarpon, adding variety and excitement to your fishing adventure.
No matter your target species, Captain Alana ensures you have the proper tackle and gear to fill the cooler. Most trips involve fishing with shrimp on popping corks, a method proven to attract impressive bites—so stay alert, as any catch could set a new personal best!
She operates from her 25-foot Moody bay boat, a shallow-draft vessel perfectly suited for the inshore waters of the Laguna Madre and beyond. Equipped with a brand-new 250-HP Suzuki engine, reaching the best fishing spots is quick and effortless. The boat’s PowerPole system also allows for easy maneuvering in shallow areas where fish often lurk.
Captain Alana provides all necessary equipment for a successful outing. Just bring sunscreen, a cooler stocked with snacks and drinks, and your Texas saltwater fishing license, and you’re all set for an unforgettable fishing experience.
