PORT ARANSAS FISHING FIELD GUIDE
36 Hours of Night-Shift Tuna: A Yellowfin Run Out of Port Aransas
A concentrated guide to Captain Kelly's 36–48 hour deep-water tuna trip from Port Aransas—what to expect, how the night fishing works, and the practical essentials for serious anglers and newcomers alike.
36 Hours of Night-Shift Tuna: A Yellowfin Run Out of Port Aransas.
This is a hard-charging, overnight deep-water run: a 36–48 hour Yellowfin Tuna trip that hunts yellowfin and blackfin tuna (with barracuda, dorado, wahoo and amberjack possible in season) and includes night fishing under the lights of deep-water rigs—an outing built for anglers who want long hours on the bite and a taste of true offshore intensity.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Yellowfin and Blackfin—Big Tuna, Big Ambition
The trip’s objective is clear: target yellowfin and blackfin tuna, with other species such as barracuda, dorado, wahoo and amberjack taken when in season.
Night Fishing at Deep-Water Rigs
Anglers fish through the night under rig lights—part of the trip’s design to extend the bite window and work productive deep-water structure after dark.
One Night Floater—Extended Offshore Time
This is an extended 36–48 hour outing—often run as a one-night floater—and accommodates up to 18 people, making it a serious, communal offshore effort.
What the day feels like
What the 36-Hour Tuna Trip Feels Like
Expect early departure, long transit and a sustained push to prime offshore water: the scheduled run departs in the morning and involves an extended drive of roughly 8–10 hours to deep-water fishing grounds, followed by night fishing under rig lights and around structure to maximize time on the bite.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits—and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The outing runs 36–48 hours; departures are early in the morning with a roughly 8–10 hour transit to offshore grounds.
Rest beforehand—the schedule includes long transit and all-night fishing—bring personal essentials for an overnight offshore trip.
Be aware that all trips may be subject to a fuel surcharge on the day of the trip.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
The trip duration is 36–48 hours.
Where and when do we meet?
The meeting location is 440 W. Cotter Rd., Port Aransas, TX, with early departures in the morning (departure is noted as 6am in the trip details).
What species are targeted?
The trip targets yellowfin and blackfin tuna; barracuda, dorado, wahoo and amberjack may be available in season.
Can trips be canceled?
Yes. Trips may be canceled due to insufficient bookings or adverse weather conditions; cancellations are typically communicated the night before for morning trips and about an hour before for afternoon trips.
How many people are on a trip?
The outing accommodates up to 18 people.
Are there extra fees I should expect?
All trips may be subject to a fuel surcharge on the day of the trip.