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Blue Water Excursions

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Port Aransas TX

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Guides > Captain Chad Banks

Blue Water Excursions

locationPort Aransas TX

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5 9 reviews

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Chad Banks

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Chad Banks, Captain at Blue Water Excursions

Come and visit a place where fishing action is never-ending. A place that has endless opportunities of catching different species. Join the best fishing charter in the area, Blue Water Excursions! They sure know a thing or two about filling the boat with fish, creating lasting memories, and providing an incredible day of fishing out on the water. Their specialty is offshore fishing and their goal is to provide guests with the most enjoyable and memorable experience possible. 


Captain Chad Banks is a licensed master 200-ton captain with years of experience and thousands of fishing trips offshore of Port Aransas under his belt. His local knowledge and dedication to service will ensure you have a wonderful day out in the big blue and will keep you coming back for more.


You'll start by boarding their 36’ long and 12 ft. wide Twin Vee catamaran that accommodates up to 6 guests. Powered by 2 Yamaha 300 HP engines and fully equipped with a GPS, fishfinder and outriggers. There is also a toilet and a live bait well for catch storage.


Go after Amberjack, Almaco Jack, Vermillion, Grey, Lane and Red Snapper. Trolling the areas during the summer months can produce all the major pelagic species including but not limited to Dorado, Billfish, Blackfin Tuna, Wahoo, King Mackerel and many more!


You will learn different techniques such as using heavy tackle, trolling, jigging, spinning, popping and drift fishing.


What are you waiting for? Plan a trip with Blue Water Excursions and see for yourself!



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Upcoming Availability

July 2025
August 2025

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Fishing Techniques

JiggingTrolling FishingHeavy TackleLight TackleDeep Sea / Bottom FishingBait CastingDrift Boat Fishing

What's Included

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Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Policy

When you book your fishing trip, you will need to first put down a deposit to hold the reservation.

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Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Policy

When you book your fishing trip, you will need to first put down a deposit to hold the reservation.

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Trips Available with Blue Water Excursions

Port Aransas, TX 6 Hour Morning Red Snapper Trip
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Port Aransas, TX 6 Hour Morning Red Snapper TripFishing - Offshore
Port Aransas, TX 6 Hour Morning Red Snapper Trip

Blue Water Excursions36'Twin Vee Max 6 guests (base trip price includes 6 guests)

Port Aransas, TX 6 Hour Morning Red Snapper Trip

During snapper season the 6 hour trip allows enough time to run about 25 miles offshore to target Red Snapper. If there is additional time left we will fish for King Mackerel, Sharks, Ling and other near coastal fish.

Morning Trip

Port Aransas, TX 6 Hour Morning Red Snapper TripMaximum 6 persons allowed
(base trip price includes 6 guests)
Port Aransas, TX 6 Hour Morning Red Snapper Trip6 Hours
Port Aransas, TX 6 Hour Morning Red Snapper Trip6:30 AM
$1,900

Morning Trip

Port Aransas, TX 6 Hour Morning Red Snapper TripMaximum 6 persons allowed
(base trip price includes 6 guests)
Port Aransas, TX 6 Hour Morning Red Snapper Trip6 Hours
Port Aransas, TX 6 Hour Morning Red Snapper Trip6:30 AM
$1,900

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Port Aransas, TX 6 Hour Afternoon Red Snapper Trip
Port Aransas, TX 6 Hour Afternoon Red Snapper TripTop-Rated
Port Aransas, TX 6 Hour Afternoon Red Snapper TripInstant Booking
Port Aransas, TX 6 Hour Afternoon Red Snapper TripFishing - Offshore
Port Aransas, TX 6 Hour Afternoon Red Snapper Trip

Blue Water Excursions36'Twin Vee Max 6 guests (base trip price includes 6 guests)

Port Aransas, TX 6 Hour Afternoon Red Snapper Trip

Get ready to muscle with these big fish and target catching the biggest red snapper you could get 25 miles offshore. If you still have extra time, you can also get the chance to fish for King Mackerel, Sharks, Ling and other near coastal fish.

Afternoon Trip

Port Aransas, TX 6 Hour Afternoon Red Snapper TripMaximum 6 persons allowed
(base trip price includes 6 guests)
Port Aransas, TX 6 Hour Afternoon Red Snapper Trip6 Hours
Port Aransas, TX 6 Hour Afternoon Red Snapper Trip1:00 PM
$1,900

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Port Aransas, TX 8 Hour Trip
Port Aransas, TX 8 Hour TripTop-Rated
Port Aransas, TX 8 Hour TripInstant Booking
Port Aransas, TX 8 Hour TripFishing - Offshore
Port Aransas, TX 8 Hour Trip

Blue Water Excursions36'Twin Vee Max 6 guests (base trip price includes 6 guests)

Port Aransas, TX 8 Hour Trip

This 8 hour trip 8 hr trip bring you beyond 30 miles offshore to the "rocks" or natural banks. Variety of reef fish can be caught such as Amberjack, Almaco Jack, Vermillion, Grey, Lane and Red Snapper and many more! For a challenging yet fun and memorable experience, join this charter now!

Full Day Trip

Port Aransas, TX 8 Hour TripMaximum 6 persons allowed
(base trip price includes 6 guests)
Port Aransas, TX 8 Hour Trip8 Hours
Port Aransas, TX 8 Hour Trip6:30 AM
$2,600

Full Day Trip

Port Aransas, TX 8 Hour TripMaximum 6 persons allowed
(base trip price includes 6 guests)
Port Aransas, TX 8 Hour Trip8 Hours
Port Aransas, TX 8 Hour Trip6:30 AM
$2,600

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Port Aransas, TX 10 Hour Trip
Port Aransas, TX 10 Hour TripTop-Rated
Port Aransas, TX 10 Hour TripInstant Booking
Port Aransas, TX 10 Hour TripFishing - Offshore
Port Aransas, TX 10 Hour Trip

Blue Water Excursions36'Twin Vee Max 6 guests (base trip price includes 6 guests)

Port Aransas, TX 10 Hour Trip

More time in the waters means gets you a bigger catch and more time to learn and experience real fishing adventure. Targe catching amberjack, Almaco Jack, Vermillion, Grey, Lane and Red Snapper and more! This trip good for guests so gather your members and book a trip now!

Full Day Trip

Port Aransas, TX 10 Hour TripMaximum 6 persons allowed
(base trip price includes 6 guests)
Port Aransas, TX 10 Hour Trip10 Hours
Port Aransas, TX 10 Hour Trip6:00 AM
$3,100

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Port Aransas, TX 12 Hour Trip
Port Aransas, TX 12 Hour TripTop-Rated
Port Aransas, TX 12 Hour TripInstant Booking
Port Aransas, TX 12 Hour TripFishing - Offshore
Port Aransas, TX 12 Hour Trip

Blue Water Excursions36'Twin Vee Max 6 guests (base trip price includes 6 guests)

Port Aransas, TX 12 Hour Trip

Join a trip that will allow you to land various species. Amberjack, Almaco Jack, Vermillion, Grey, Lane and Red Snapper are regulars. Trolling these areas during summer months can produce all the major pelagic species including but not limited to Dorado, Billfish, Blackfin Tuna, Wahoo and Kings.

Full Day Trip

Port Aransas, TX 12 Hour TripMaximum 6 persons allowed
(base trip price includes 6 guests)
Port Aransas, TX 12 Hour Trip12 Hours
Port Aransas, TX 12 Hour Trip6:00 AM
$3,500

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Port Aransas, TX Dolphin Watch and Sunset Cruise
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Port Aransas, TX Dolphin Watch and Sunset CruiseTop-Rated
Port Aransas, TX Dolphin Watch and Sunset CruiseInstant Booking
Port Aransas, TX Dolphin Watch and Sunset CruiseFishing - Inshore
Port Aransas, TX Dolphin Watch and Sunset Cruise

Blue Water Excursions36'Twin Vee Max 6 guests (base trip price includes 6 guests)

Port Aransas, TX Dolphin Watch and Sunset Cruise

Take a trip around the beautiful waters of Port Aransas with captain Chad. You will cruise in style in a spacious 36 ft. catamaran with a 12 ft. beam allowing plenty of room for up to 6 guests. Before the sun goes down you will spend time at the jetties and ship channel checking out the dolphins.

Evening Trip

Port Aransas, TX Dolphin Watch and Sunset CruiseMaximum 6 persons allowed
(base trip price includes 6 guests)
Port Aransas, TX Dolphin Watch and Sunset Cruise1 Hour
Port Aransas, TX Dolphin Watch and Sunset Cruise5:00 PM
$300

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Vehicle

Blue Water Excursions

Boat Type:

Boat Guest Capacity:

6

Boat Length:

36 ft

Manufacturer Name:

Twin Vee

Model Year:

2018

Engine Manufacturer Name:

Yamaha

# of Engines:

2

Horsepower Per Engine:

300

Maximum Cruising Speed:

30

Features: First Mate Bait Tank Toilet Fish Finder GPS Radar VHF Radio

Blue Water Excursions Twin Vee boat

Boat

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Blue Water Excursions

Boat Type:

Boat Guest Capacity:

6

Boat Length:

36 ft

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Ratings & Reviews Summary

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Based on 9 ratings
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July 10, 2025

We had an amazing offshore trip with Capt. Chad! He’s a great guide who knows the best fishing spots. I highly recommend booking a trip with him. We can’t wait to go on our next offshore adventure!

July 10, 2025

Blue Water Excusions = 5 stars

July 10, 2025

Captain Chad Banks did an AMAZING job! His knowledge and expertise gave our family the best experience in off shore fishing! We definitely recommend him!

July 10, 2025

Chad is the man when it comes to fishing in the gulf of Mexico you will not be disappointed. I've never had a bad day or been skunked fishing with captain Chad Banks

July 10, 2025

Very friendly and treated us so good.

July 10, 2025

Captain Chad did great, got me and my sons on the fish and was professional and helpful the whole time. Already looking at a possible 2nd trip in July. Awesome experience!

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