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Aransas Bay Birding Charters
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Aransas Bay Birding Charters offers on the water photography and birding tours in Rockport Texas. Your tour will take you into the bays and waterways of the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge. You will see and photograph Whooping Cranes, dolphins, blue herons, roseate spoonbills and many other wading and shorebirds. We also offer sunset cruises and Port Aransas Light House tours. Our boats are custom designed for photography and nature watching. Each boat has an enclosed cabin to keep you and your gear warm and dry. Each boat has elevated platforms so that you can photograph and view from different levels. Sometimes this is necessary depending on where the wildlife is. Join us for an amazing time on the water photographing the Whooping Cranes as well as all the other wildlife the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge has to offer.
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Walda J
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An experience to be remembered
Feb 2023 • Couples
A wonderful day to see the Whooping Cranes was had by all. The crew was helpful. Snacks and drinks were available. Plus binoculars if you didn't have any. The captain was very knowledgable.
Written April 26, 2023
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Dale S
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Aransas Bay Birding
Feb 2023
What a great morning with Captain Kevin! We saw 17 Whoopers, many up close, along with other specialities like American Oystercatcher, Crested Caracara, and Osprey. Definitely the way to explore Aransas NW!
Written March 2, 2023
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Mike S
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A Great Outing Despite the Fog
Feb 2023
At first the morning appeared to be a bust due to thick fog. Captain Kevin's radar helped guide us to a location where whoopers might be found. Kevin persisted, and after about an hour the fog lifted and we made multiple sightings, a couple of them quite close to us, of whooping cranes. We also spotted a pair of American Oystercatchers, in addition to egrets and herons.
Written February 24, 2023
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hector a
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Excellent Trips to Aransas NWR
Feb 2023 • Business
By far the best way to see the Whooping Cranes at Aransas NWR. Kevin and Lori’s knowledge of the whoopers and the refuge is unmatched. Ive been going with them for over 10 years and their trips and service is always top notch.
Written February 24, 2023
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Tanith13
Gator Nation, FL121 contributions
Just Simply THE Beast
Feb 2023
I have gone out with Aransas Bay Birding Charters (both Capt Kevin and Capt Lori) multiple times over the last two years. Each time there is something different going on with the cranes and they know just how to position us for the best photo opportunities. Additioanlly, because they have been doing this so long, they not only know the cranes families and can give you tons of information about the individuals and the species, but the cranes know them and are comfortable with their boats. This is evident in watching the behavior when a new boat pulls up to the different families and how they react. They are the only operators I will use when leading photography workshops and taking clients out to photograph the cranes. Cannot recommend them enough!
Written February 21, 2023
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thomasdemaar
Brownsville, TX89 contributions
Bucket nature experience
Feb 2023
My third trip with Lori over a 10-year span, this time with newbie nature friends. Lori engages with all levels of nature lovers beautifully. Knowledgeable about birds, binocs, oysters, and bay ecology and preservation. The friends were blown away. 100% chance of seeing cranes. Every time I come the whooping cranes are a majestic delight. The cranes strolled towards the boat and eventually decided to regal us with their flight. This is one of these bucket list nature experiences similar to wildebeest in the Mara and whale sharks off Holbox.
Written February 18, 2023
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Christine H
5 contributions
Birding the Bays
Feb 2023 • Couples
Captain Lorie was an amazing guide to the birds of the area. We saw 47 species and learned so much about the bays and marshes in this area. The Jack Flash is a great boat to get up close to the mud flats and grasslands. Book with her and you will have a great birding experience!
Written February 11, 2023
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Cathi P
5 contributions
Best birding tour experience I’ve ever had
Jan 2023
This is the first time I’ve gone out with Aransas Bay Birding Charters and it will definitely not be my last. By far better and more personalized than other charter offerings in the area. We went out on 28 January with CAPT Lori on a foggy, wet morning. But who can control the weather, right? She was amazing! Took the time to explain the area and Wildlife. Great conversation and knowledge of birds. And despite the weather she was able to locate Whooping Cranes in addition to other area wildlife. She never rushed us, ensured we were comfortable and got the viewings/shots we wanted before asking us when we wanted to move on. Great experience, super lady who really went above and beyond to ensure we had a great experience despite the weather. I will definitely be booking with CAPT Lori for all future trips. Thank you 😊
Written February 9, 2023
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Fran M
5 contributions
Great day on the water
Jan 2023
It was a great day on the water. Beautiful sunrise. We saw a lot of birds, including the infamous whooping cranes. Best part was being with a Captain who was knowledgeable about the birds.
Written January 31, 2023
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E6679ENmargaretl
San Antonio, United States4 contributions
100% Recommend!
Dec 2022
We've been going out with Kevin and Lori for years, and never had a bad experience. They know the area and the wildlife! As photographers, we always remember "know your gear, know your subject, know the environment." The Sims' knowledge of the areas where we don't know quite so much about the environment, is stellar. And while none of us controls the weather, and we are well aware that the wildlife is not on the payroll, Kevin and Lori still manage to provide a great experience regardless of the "uncontrollables."
Written January 31, 2023
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