Private 8-Hour Fishing and Lodging Package
Private Trip
Inshore Fishing
Fullday inshore fishing targets redfish, trout, and black drumIncludes overnight lodging for two guests in Houma areaAll gear, tackle, fuel, snacks and drinks provided
Louisiana's coastal marshes hold some of the best inshore fishing in the Gulf, and Captain Brandt knows exactly where to find the fish. This top-rated fishing and lodging package combines a full day on the water with comfortable accommodations, giving you the complete Louisiana fishing experience without the hassle of planning. Starting at 6:00 AM from the Houma area, you'll spend 6-8 hours working the productive waters around Dularge, Dulac, or Cocodrie – three of Louisiana's most renowned fishing destinations. With all gear, fuel, snacks, and drinks included, plus lodging for two anglers at $850, this package delivers serious value for serious fishing.
Captain Brandt runs a tight ship and knows these Louisiana marshes like the back of his hand. You'll launch early to beat the crowds and hit the prime feeding times when redfish and speckled trout are most active. The Houma area offers incredible diversity – one minute you're fishing grass flats for specs, the next you're sight-casting to tailing reds in skinny water. These aren't your typical tourist fishing spots either. We're talking about working waters where commercial fishermen have pulled nets for generations, and where the food chain stays strong year-round. The lodging component means you can fish hard without worrying about the drive home, and starting fresh the next morning if you want to wet a line before heading out. Captain Brandt keeps his boat rigged with quality rods and reels, and his tackle box is stocked with everything from live shrimp to soft plastics that match the local baitfish.
Louisiana inshore fishing is all about reading the water and adapting your approach. In the Dularge area, we're working everything from shallow grass beds to deeper bayou channels. Captain Brandt will have you throwing topwater plugs at dawn, switching to live bait under popping corks when the fish get finicky, and maybe ending the day with soft plastics worked along drop-offs. The boat stays positioned using a trolling motor to keep noise down, especially when we're sight-fishing for reds in the shallows. You'll learn to spot nervous water, bird activity, and those telltale mud boils that give away feeding fish. The gear setup changes throughout the day – lighter tackle for trout over grass, heavier setups when targeting bull reds near structure. Captain Brandt provides everything from 7-foot medium-action rods perfect for working the flats to heavier gear when the big fish show up. Circle hooks, live bait rigs, and a selection of local favorite lures mean you're always fishing with confidence.
Sea trout, or speckled trout as locals call them, are the bread and butter of Louisiana inshore fishing. These beautiful fish run anywhere from keeper-sized 15-inchers up to trophy specs pushing 5-6 pounds. They're most active in spring and fall when water temperatures hit that sweet spot between 65-75 degrees, but Louisiana's mild climate keeps them biting most of the year. Specs love structure – grass beds, shell reefs, and channel edges where baitfish congregate. They're aggressive feeders that hit everything from live shrimp to rattling plugs, and their fight includes those classic head-shaking runs that keep your drag singing. What makes them special here is the numbers – Louisiana produces more speckled trout than anywhere else in the Gulf, and the Houma area marshes provide perfect habitat with endless grass flats and consistent water flow.
Redfish are the crown jewel of Louisiana inshore fishing, and these waters produce some true monsters. Slot-sized reds between 16-27 inches are incredibly strong fish that make blistering runs and test your drag system. But the real excitement comes from the oversized bulls – reds that can push 15-20 pounds and provide arm-burning fights that last 20 minutes or more. Louisiana reds are year-round residents, but fall brings the best action when they school up for their spawning runs. They're sight-fishing targets in shallow water where you can watch them cruise the flats, tails out of the water as they root for crabs and shrimp. The Dulac and Cocodrie areas offer perfect redfish habitat with maze-like marshes, oyster reefs, and those classic Louisiana ponds where big schools gather. These fish eat everything – live bait, cut mullet, spoons, and soft plastics – making them perfect for anglers of all skill levels.
Southern flounder might not get the glamour of reds and specs, but they're incredibly popular with anglers who appreciate their unique challenge and excellent table fare. Louisiana's coastal marshes provide world-class flounder fishing, especially during their fall migration when they move from interior marshes toward deeper Gulf waters. These ambush predators lie buried in sand and mud, striking fast when baitfish swim overhead. The trick is working your bait slowly along the bottom, feeling for that subtle tap that signals a flounder pickup. They're masters of camouflage and patience, but once hooked, they put up a surprisingly strong fight with powerful runs and head-shaking that can throw hooks if you're not careful. Louisiana flounder run larger than most places, with doormat-sized fish over 5 pounds caught regularly in these waters. The Houma area's mix of shallow bays, deeper channels, and muddy bottoms creates perfect flounder habitat, and Captain Brandt knows exactly where to find them based on tide, season, and recent weather patterns.
This fishing and lodging package represents the best value on the Louisiana coast for serious anglers who want the complete experience. Captain Brandt's local knowledge, quality equipment, and attention to detail have made this a customer favorite for good reason. The combination of prime fishing time, comfortable lodging, and everything-included pricing means you can focus on what matters
Our 18-foot skiff cuts through Louisiana's shallow waters with serious purpose, powered by a reliable 115HP Yamaha that'll get you to the best redfish flats in no time. This nimble flats boat is built for stalking fish in skinny water around Dularge and Cocodrie, where sight-casting opportunities abound. The wireless trolling motor lets you ghost into position without spooking wary reds, while the GPS keeps you on productive spots and the fish finder shows what's swimming below. With room for two anglers, there's plenty of casting space on the front deck for working those grass lines and oyster bars where speckled trout and black drum love to feed. The shallow draft design opens up backcountry areas that bigger boats can't reach, putting you on fish that rarely see lures. Perfect for covering water fast or poling quietly through the marsh.
Sciaenops OcellatusRedfish, or "reds," are the bread and butter of Louisiana inshore fishing. These copper-colored beauties average 20-30 inches in our waters, with that signature black spot near the tail that fools predators. They love super shallow water - sometimes so shallow their backs stick out - around oyster reefs, marsh edges, and muddy bottoms. Fall is prime time when they school up, but we catch them consistently spring through fall. Reds are bulldogs that'll test your drag and make long runs into the marsh grass. They're also excellent eating with mild, sweet meat. The fight alone keeps guests coming back - they're stubborn and never give up easy. Pro tip from years on these waters: when sight fishing, cast well ahead of cruising reds and let your bait sink to the bottom before they get close. They're bottom feeders and spook easily.
Salmo TruttaSpeckled trout, or "specks" as we call them locally, are one of our most popular targets in these Louisiana waters. They typically run 14-24 inches and about 1-5 pounds, with their silver sides covered in distinctive black spots. You'll find them cruising grass flats and shallow areas, especially around structure like oyster reefs and drop-offs. Spring and fall offer the best action when water temps are comfortable, but they bite year-round here. What makes specks special is their willingness to hit topwater lures at dawn and dusk - nothing beats that surface strike. The meat is delicate and flaky, perfect for the dinner table. My local tip: work your lure slow and steady over the grass beds, and don't set the hook too hard - their mouths are soft and you'll pull right through.
Paralichthys LethostigmaSouthern flounder are the chameleons of our Louisiana flats - masters at hiding in plain sight on sandy and muddy bottoms. These flatfish typically run 15-18 inches, though we've caught some pushing 30 inches in deeper holes. They're ambush predators that bury themselves and wait for shrimp, crabs, or small fish to swim by. Best fishing happens during moving tides around structure transitions where bait gets swept along. Fall migration time brings the biggest flounder as they head to deeper water. Guests love them because they're sneaky fighters and make outstanding table fare - sweet, flaky white meat that's hard to beat fried up fresh. The unique look always gets people excited too, especially kids seeing both eyes on one side. Here's my go-to trick: bounce a jig head with live shrimp or gulp along the bottom near drop-offs and let it sit a few seconds between hops.
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