Captain Cliff Fleming’s Crystal Flats Guide Service

Explore South Padre Island and catch fish under the guidance of Captain Cliff Fleming. With several decades of south Texas fishing experience under his belt and a U.S. Coast Guard license as a 6-pack charter captain, you’re in good hands when you book a trip with Captain Fleming.

Whether you’re into deep sea fishing, fly fishing, or simply seeing the sights, you’re in for an adventure. Crystal Flats offers full and half day trips departing from Jim’s Pier at South Padre Island. Depending on your fishing preferences and where the fish are biting, you’ll head out to the deep coastal waters off shore, explore lower Laguna Madre Bay, or head to Port Mansfield.

Your trip begins long before you step aboard. Captain Fleming will talk to you about your current fishing abilities, your goals, and what type of fishing adventure you want. Once he understands your perspective, he’ll help you make your fishing dreams come true. Whether you’re just learning the sport of fly fishing or are an experienced outdoorsman, you’ll be matched with a fishing trip that suits.

In fact, women, children, and beginners have been introduced to sport fishing in South Padre Island by Captain Fleming while world-class fishermen have also booked charter trips.

Booking a fishing trip is easy. Simply call and arrange a half day, eight hour, or ten hour trip. In addition to providing the boat and charter service, Crystal Flats also provides rods and reels, bait and tackle, and ice. You will need to provide your own Texas fishing license and saltwater stamp, sunscreen, amber polarized fishing sunglasses, towel, and food and drinks.

Chartering a South Padre Island fishing trip is also affordable, especially when you split the cost with your fishing buddies. See our rate sheet for details!