Absolutely had a wonderful afternoon with Captain Dave. We took the private tour for one hour,…read morestarting at 11 AM and everything was perfect - the weather, our friends with us, and especially Captain Dave. If you're wanting to enjoy some time on the water, please consider joining Baywatch Tores. It was a wonderful and memorable afternoon.

Owners were responsive and friendly. Relaxing tour of the area including beautiful houses and…read moresunset!

The cruise was great! Captain Rob and Mike made the entire experience wonderful. We saw lots of…read moredolphins, listened to great music, and had an amazing time. Their professionalism, welcoming personalities, and friendly demeanor made the experience even better. We truly could not have asked for a better time or sightseeing tour. Thank you, Rob and Mike, for making our cruise such a memorable experience. We would absolutely recommend it!

We went out for the morning bay fishing trip. Captain Jeff was great…read more We had icky weather one day and beautiful weather the second day. He didnt just anchor us and sit. When the fish weren't showing up, he kept us moving to try different areas. So, we got a nice tour of Lagunda Madre too. Lots of dolphins both day. Got some great video of three jumping along the boat in tandem. All kinds of birds. A few stingrays were caught we got a close up look at them. So, even if you have someone who doesn't fish they can go as an observer, see lots of wildlife and enjoy the day. Had fun both days and would definitely recommend them.

Hector is the best! He knows everything there is to know about the area, he is fun and funny, and…read morehe's just a straight up good guy. We went on a whim, and he was really easy to work with in organizing dates and times. We showed up, we followed him to the destination, and then we began... Hector showed us the ropes for kayaking, answered in depth questions on topics ranging from local plants and wildlife to business and from kayaking to local history. He's knowledgable and has an amazing spark and charisma. Highly recommend and can't wait to do the Ransom Island tour when we come back!

I don't put a 5 star review out there often, but if you are looking for a rental, this is the…read moreplace! I called and talked to Hector. He is great to work with and is a great source of information! We rented three kayaks on the Saturday of Labor Day Weekend. We agreed on a time and a place and he was there early with all the gear we agreed to. I coordinated a pick up time when we were done and Hector was on it. The equipment is in great shape and the service is super. I will be back again! Thanks Hector

Highly recommend! This was definitely our favorite experience while visiting. The gentlemen were…read morelaid back and fun while still keeping it professional. I appreciated that they took safety very seriously. Got to see some dolphins on the ride which was awesome. Will definitely be coming back here when more family comes to visit! Thank you for such a fun experience!

Had a great time. Everybody from check in to boat crew were fantastic. Would highly recommend you…read morecome aboard.

If you need diving equipment or ski equipment Copeland's has you covered. It's is said that…read moreCopelands is the southernmost ski shop in the USA and somehow I don't doubt that. I can't vouch for their ski things but that area is half the size of the store. I've used them for years for all my diving needs. Family owned and operated. They're always welcoming and have a wealth of dive knowledge. They do repairs and annual maintenance at a reasonable rate. They're dive gear is limited to a couple of major lines but they do stock numerous sizes and options. Can't go wrong if you're shopping for advice or equipment.

This is the best place in town for ski gear and jackets. The beautiful ladies who own/run it are…read morethe sweetest in town

If you are interested in a personalized kayak tour this is the place to call! I've been on two…read moretours with Carrie, the owner and guide. She listened to my desires and was able to accommodate our groups different abilities and we had an awesome time. She made sure her equipment was top notch, kept an eye on the weather, and made sure we were safe, all while showing us the beauty of nature around us. Highly recommend!

Super friendly service from Carrie, very personal experience! Carrie made sure all the details were…read morecovered all the way down to lending out her collection of water shoes. She was very knowledgeable and was well worth the time and money. And she was generous and willing to negotiate the price even though she didn't have to do that!! Highly recommend!

Corpus Christi art! The Marina Arts District is an area in…read moredowntown Corpus that celebrates the arts! This area is abundant with things to do- check out local art, street performers, stroll around and have beer and pizza, tattoos and bars! This place is a fun place to spend some time while in the downtown area. The Arts District is marked with colorful sidewalks, and sculptures. My favorite part is the decorated electrical boxes- they're done in the Finnish style of Sähkökaappitaide, each box is decorated by a different artist, mostly in a local theme- seaside and nautical themes, along with paintings of local heroes and flowers. So cool! It's a really neat way to get some local flavor onto the streets. Don't go graffiti up a box on your own, they seem to be curated by some civic authority who maintains them. There's some cool murals throughout the area as well. There's plenty of parks in the District- check out La Retama Park that has the First Friday arts walk. It's located in the heart of the Arts District. The Marina Arts District runs from Kinney Street to I-37, and Lower Broadway to the Corpus Christi Marina L and T-Heads.

JP Luby Surf Park (aka North Packery Beach) is the beach directly behind the Lively Beach Resort…read moreoff Zahn Road & Hwy 361. If you are staying at Lively, this is your spot. The boardwalk from Lively empties right onto this beach between markers 204 and 205. If you aren't staying at Lively but you wanna get away from the crowds in Port A, Cinnamon Shore, or on North Padre Island out of Corpus Christi, you might wanna keep JP Luby as a backup option. It's well-maintained, clean, and generally as pleasant as Texas beaches can possibly be. You do need to pick up a permit for driving onto the beach, $12, easy to get at any convenience or grocery store in the area. The pass is good for the whole calendar year and all drivable beaches in the Port A - Corpus region from mile marker 0 to 62. Trucks or other 4WD high clearance vehicles are advised, but I did see a few less sporty options around. Take care to heed warning flags about surf conditions and the rip current. These are posted as you enter from Zahn Road, just as you pass the shower station and porto-johns. Once you get settled, you'll see everything from anglers to families on beach vacations to dare devils on surfboards, boogie boards, or kite surfing rigs. Our early October 2024 visit was easily one of my favorites from 30+ years of semi-annual trips to the Mustang / Padre Island area. We spent 3 days on this beach just watching the waves, the birds, and the happy visitors soaking up the last bit of summer paradise for the year. It was so calm, no loud stereos blasting, just folks out to enjoy Mother Nature and allow others to do the same. The adjacent North Packery Channel Jetty includes a long walkway that was packed with anglers at sunrise each morning we were there. From one fisherman I spoke with, red fish and trout were the goal at this time of year, with bait mullet easily caught by casting a net from the rocks. If you don't want to haul a bunch of chillax gear out to the beach, there are vendors who will provide setup/take-down of chairs, shade, campfires, and more for a fee. Some options to consider include Corpus Beach Rentals and 361 Blue Beach Concierge, but note that these vendors may close outside of "high season" dates.

The JP Luby Surf Park (also known as North Packery) is always a good time. Let me tell you about a…read moreday I had there... I spent Christmas in Port Aransas. It was probably the best Christmas ever. The only thing missing was I couldn't go surfing. A couple of days later, the sun came out and the wind switched to the south. and there was a bit of swell in the Gulf. That morning, the buoy report said 8' at 6 seconds with a SW wind at 12 mph. We loaded up the truck and headed down to Zahn Rd. It was a beautiful day. It was warm for December. It felt like Springtime. Not a cloud in the sky. The water was a beautiful, clear green. The waves were waist to chest high with good form. Nothing but really cool people at the beach that day. I caught countless fun waves for about four hours. I paddled back in for a water break. It was fun just sitting on the tailgate of my truck just watching everyone have a good time. People were surfing nice, clean waves. Some were fishing on the jetty. Boats were going out. Kids were playing. Dogs were running around. One guy was spearfishing by the jetty. Classic rock was blasting all day. The sounds of Santana, Led Zeppelin, Jimi Hendrix filled the air. So much fun. I paddled out again and road a few more waves until my back and shoulders couldn't take anymore. Some old friends were on the beach. I paddled back in and drank beers until the sun went down. That was a good day.