Texas Gulf Coast
Find 2 pelagic birdwatching trips in Texas Gulf Coast, United States, departing from ports including Deep Sea Headquarters, 440 W Cotter Ave, Port Aransas, Texas 78373, South Padre Island, Texas (primary departure point); also Port Aransas and Freeport, Texas.
Gulf Eagle Gulf of Mexico Pelagic
McIntyre Birding Tours / Deep Sea Headquarters
- Deep Sea Headquarters, 440 W Cotter Ave, Port Aransas, Texas 78373
- Multiple dates per year, with a heavy concentration of departures in the fall season (August–November). Both 12-hour day trips and 48-hour extended offshore trips are offered. Contact Captain Jon McIntyre directly to enquire about current dates and availability: [email protected] or phone (361) 749-5597 (also Deep Sea Headquarters main number).
- $150–250 per person for 12-hour day trips; 48-hour extended offshore trips available at higher pricing; verify current rates and dates directly with Captain McIntyre at [email protected] or (361) 749-5597
Texas Gulf of Mexico Pelagic
Texas Pelagics
- South Padre Island, Texas (primary departure point); also Port Aransas and Freeport, Texas
- Multiple trips per year, typically late summer through autumn (August–October). The 2026 schedule runs August 8, August 29, September 12, and October 3 from South Padre Island. Trips are 12–14 hours; most depart in the evening or early morning to maximise time on productive offshore waters. Check texaspelagics.com for current dates, departure points, and trip lists — add your name to the list directly on the website.
- Approximately $173 per person (2026 pricing from South Padre Island); verify current pricing and availability at texaspelagics.com
Further Reading
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pelagic birding trips are there in Texas Gulf Coast, United States?
Texas Gulf Coast has 2 pelagic birding trips listed in the directory.
Where do pelagic trips depart from in Texas Gulf Coast?
Pelagic trips in Texas Gulf Coast depart from Deep Sea Headquarters, 440 W Cotter Ave, Port Aransas, Texas 78373 and South Padre Island, Texas (primary departure point); also Port Aransas and Freeport, Texas.
Which operators run pelagic trips in Texas Gulf Coast?
McIntyre Birding Tours / Deep Sea Headquarters and Texas Pelagics operate pelagic birding trips in Texas Gulf Coast.