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Alligator Gar On Rod & Reel

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23 ft 1 - 8 People From $700
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Full Day Of Fishing

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16 ft 1 - 3 People From $399
Fishing in Houston

River Fishing Trip in Houston

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16 ft 1 - 3 People From $349
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Houston

Deep Sea Trip - 33 Ft Contender

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32 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,500
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Fishing in Galveston

Nearshore Fishing Charter near Houston

Galveston Shark Hunt!- 33'

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33 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,550
Fishing in Galveston

Inshore, Jetty, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Houston

Family Fun - 34’ Competition

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34 ft 1 - 6 People From $700

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Fishing in Galveston
Fishing in Galveston
Fishing in Galveston
trip description for Galveston Shark Hunt!- 30' in Galveston

On this trip you'll be chasing some of the biggest, meanest fish in the ocean! Big Sharks!! You'll stay within Texas state waters exploring the jetties, close offshore rigs, and other local reef structures chumming the water for big sharks! Some of the many species you can expect to encounter include: bull sharks, tiger sharks, hammerheads, black tips, sharp nose sharks, and plenty of bonnet heads! Read More

Nearshore Fishing Charter near Houston

Galveston Shark Hunt!- 30'

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30 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,550
Fishing in Galveston
Fishing in Galveston
Fishing in Galveston
trip description for Galveston Bay Jetty in Galveston

Embark on a captivating 4-hour journey with Captain Rene's Jetty Fishing Expedition, proudly owned and operated by a military veteran in Galveston, Texas. Captain Rene is dedicated to delivering an exceptional service and ensuring an unparalleled fishing charter experience. Inspired by the therapeutic nature of fishing, he invites you to share in the joy of his own slice of paradise. Your adventure includes top-notch fishing gear—tackle, rods, reels, live bait, and lures—all provided for you. Whether you choose to savor a delicious meal from your catch or release it back into the water, Captain Rene will graciously handle the cleaning, filleting, and bagging. Just pack your snacks, drinks, and fishing licenses, and you're ready for an unforgettable journey. Throughout the year, target a variety of species like Redfish, Black Drum, Sheepshead, Speckled Trout, and Shark, employing techniques such as light tackle, popping, and bottom fishing. Everyone, regardless of age, is welcome aboard, making it the perfect family-friendly experience. Captain Rene aspires to be your host for the ultimate fishing adventure, where you not only learn the art of catching fish but, more importantly, discover how to unwind in the most enjoyable way. Join us at the Galveston Bay jetties, where the dynamic environment and strong currents create an angling paradise. Captain Rene will supply all the necessary fishing gear; just bring your fishing license, snacks, and drinks for an adventure that will stay with you forever! Read More

Inshore, Jetty, Nearshore Fishing Charter near Houston

Galveston Bay Jetty

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24 ft 1 - 5 People From $500
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Fishing in Galveston
Fishing in Galveston
Fishing in Galveston
trip description for Federally Permitted Deep Sea in Galveston

This trip is a deep sea trip out 40 miles. Trip fuel, bait & tackle are all included on each trip. As always, fish are cleaned and packaged with all of our charters Read More

Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Houston

Federally Permitted Deep Sea

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32 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,950
Fishing in Huntsville
Fishing in Huntsville
Fishing in Huntsville
trip description for Alligator Gar Fishing Near Houston in Huntsville

Prepare for some of the best freshwater fishing in Texas when you hop on board with Bubba! Bubba knows Texas’s freshwater fishing hotspots like the back of his hand and will take you to where the fish bite. On this 8-hour trip you'll be venturing into the Trinity River near Huntsville to target the massive, prehistoric-looking Alligator Gar! These beasts are one of the most distinctive looking fish you can find, with a needle-like head that looks like an alligator's and the body of a fish. Expect to use a classic rod and reel with live bait, cut bait, or artificial lure to get these to bite. Bubba conducts these trips on his 23' SeaArk skiff boat that can take you through even the shallowest waters. She can accommodate up to 4 anglers, so bring some good company! Bubba provides rods, reels, tackle and bait. Make sure to bring a valid Texas Freshwater Fishing License, food and drinks of your choice, a hat, and sunscreen. Come enjoy this fishing adventure with Bubba! Read More

Lake, River Fishing Trip near Houston

Alligator Gar Fishing Near Houston

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23 ft 1 - 4 People From $850
Fishing in San Leon
Fishing in San Leon
Fishing in San Leon
trip description for Summertime Reds & Sharks in San Leon

Come explore the shallows of the Bolivar Peninsula with Captain Ray! You’ll be fishing aboard Captain Ray’s 25' Boston Whaler center console. This beast is equipped with a GPS, fishfinder, ice box, and a wireless trolling motor, which will help you sneak up on easily spooked fish. When targeting Blacktip Sharks, there’s a very high chance you could reel in a fish 6 feet or larger! Captain Ray will provide all rods, reels, and tackle. Bring a valid Texas saltwater fishing license, a cooler to take home your day’s catch, food, and drinks of your choice. Learn to fish new techniques and create lasting memories on the water while reeling in your personal best with Captain Ray! Read More

Inshore Fishing Charter near Houston

Summertime Reds & Sharks

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25 ft 1 - 4 People From $1,200
Fishing in Galveston
Fishing in Galveston
Fishing in Galveston
trip description for Offshore Thrills Weekend in Galveston

Climb aboard with our Captain and see what the deep waters off the coast of Galveston have to offer! The deep waters in the Gulf of Mexico are an excellent place to chase after some big game, and on this trip you'll be going extra far to get even more sizable fish! Head out on a weekday and you'll get a generous discount on this offshore excursion. On this 9-hour trip, our Captain will take you up to 40 miles offshore to target impressive Blacktip Shark, Cobia, King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, Mangrove Snapper, and Red Snapper. To attract these picture-worthy fish you'll be using a variety of techniques including light to heavy tackle, live bait, bottom fishing, trolling, drift fishing or deep dropping. Just let the Captain know what you want to catch and he'll get you set up with the best method! The fishing starts an hour and a half after leaving the dock, leaving you with a full 6 hours to try out as many of these techniques as you want! On this trip you'll be fishing aboard our massive 42’ Delta sportfisher that can hold an impressive 18 people. Powered by twin 160 HP Caterpillar engines, this vessel will cut through the surf like butter and smoothly get you to the deep waters. It comes with GPS, Fishfinder, a Flybridge, and an Ice Box to store your catches. We will provide all rods, reels and tackle. All you need to bring is a valid Texas Fishing License with a saltwater stamp. You can also bring food and drink of your choice on board (no glass). This trip can host up to 18 people and is for anglers of all skill levels, so don't hold back on inviting friends! Read More

Deep Sea Fishing Charter near Houston

Offshore Thrills Weekend

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42 ft 1 - 18 People From $2,975
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Everything to Know About Booking a Houston heavy tackle fishing charter

What are the best heavy tackle fishing charters in Houston?

Why should I book a heavy tackle fishing charter in Houston with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 107 heavy tackle fishing trips in Houston, and the most popular trips in the area are Alligator Gar on Rod & Reel guided by Mark, Full Day of Fishing guided by Alex, and Half Day of Fishing guided by Alex.

Our guides in Houston are rated a 4.79 out of 5 based on 2826 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are licensed, insured, and vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Another popular city nearby for booking a Heavy Tackle Fishing charter is Dickinson.

Looking for kid friendly heavy tackle fishing guides / fishing lessons in Houston? Check out our beginner and family friendly heavy tackle fishing guides in Houston.

What types of heavy tackle fishing charters are common in Houston?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular for heavy tackle fishing in Houston as well as nearshore fishing, jetty fishing, and inshore fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for heavy tackle fishing in Houston are: 1. blacktip shark, 2. redfish, 3. cobia, and 4. red snapper.

How much do Houston heavy tackle fishing charters cost?

for heavy tackle fishing in Houston prices can range anywhere from about $650 to $3,173, but the average price for a half day trip for heavy tackle fishing in Houston is $756. The average price for a full day trip for heavy tackle fishing in Houston is $1,816.

What month is best for on a heavy tackle fishing charter in Houston?

The most popular season to go on a heavy tackle fishing charter in Houston is spring, and most anglers book their trips 125 days in advance.

Do I need a Houston fishing license and what are the bag limits in Houston?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Houston, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Houston. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations in Houston.

Recent Reviews of Captain Experiences

  • ★★★★★
    Oh, man, let me tell you about this fishing charter in Galveston. If you want an adventure on the high seas that rivals Moby Dick without the depressing ending, book a trip with Captain Sean and his first mate Abbie. These folks know their stuff. So, we start the day with my stepdad, bless his heart, hooking a stingray. Yeah, you read that right. He thought he was reeling in a sea monster. The water was choppy, and I was starting to think this was gonna be a long day of nothing but stories about the one that got away. But Captain Sean, the Gandalf of the Gulf, says, "Hold my beer," and finds us the perfect spot. The man’s a fish whisperer. I don't know how he does it. One minute, we’re fighting the waves, thinking we’re gonna spend the day swapping sea shanties, and the next, we’re reeling in trout like it’s a fish buffet. Captain Sean knows every nook and cranny of that ocean like it’s his backyard. And let’s not forget Abbie, the deckhand. She’s like the ninja of fishing. You need a new bait? She’s got it before you even ask. Tangled line? She’s on it. The only thing she can’t do is make your stepdad catch anything other than weird sea creatures. By the end of the trip, we had caught our limit. We were tired, sunburned, and grinning like idiots. It was one of those days you remember forever. If you’re looking for a fishing trip that’ll make you feel like you’re in a Hemingway novel, do yourself a favor and book with Captain Sean and Abbie. Five stars aren’t enough for these legends.

    Shirley G. with Shawn W. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Storm the day before put the bite off, but we caught lots of Catfish, several near 5 lbs, so my grandson enjoyed that. Capt Mike worked for his money, constantly repositioning the boat to our advantage & taking us out to try for Sharks upon our request. He kept the language clean, which, knowing alot of Sailors, was a bonus...He also made sure my grandson had an approved life vest & hooked and passed a couple of the bigger fish to him. Overall, I'd charter with him again for sure. A+++

    Robert E. with Mike E. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Best Fishing trip Every ! Great crew and the Kids had a blast ! Lots of fish !! Finally a Captain that knows how to get the fish !!

    Tracy G. with Derwyn B. of Freeport, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Bob and Jason were really great! We will certainly book again with them. Great conversation, really good guys!

    Scott L. with Robert R. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    we had a great time who was great captain was even better than took us to all the fish were made at home made us feel comfortable. Really appreciate the trip.

    Gerald Y. with Brandon M. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time on this Trip, the captain and crew were 10/10.

    John A. with Houston F. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip with Captain Bob. We will be booking more trips in the future with him. Great fishing and stories while we were out.

    Derek Z. with Robert R. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time fishing with Captain Saul. He and Douglas put us on the fish and hustled their tails off to make sure we were Killin it . We landed some monster Black drum and alot of 18" Sheepshead. Got these guys from Captain Dan's number saved in my phone for next time.Would recommend to anyone looking for a quality outing , catching fish.

    George P. with Dan G. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Loved it! It was a little slow since it was cold but Cory and Hunter made it entertaining!

    Leslie H. with Houston F. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Great time we had a great day captain and deck were very good had 12 keepers. Didnt get to go out with capt. Dan , but capt. Saul did a really good job thx guys will always be our choice for galveston.

    Troy S. with Dan G. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    We had the time of our lives! It won't be the last time we fish with these guys.

    Xavion B. with Jason W. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Corey was absolutely amazing! We had fun caught several red fish, he is the best with kids big and small. We will back in the near future to fish with Captain Corey again.

    Andrea H. with Corey B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    6 hrs of fun in the sun.. Caught plenty of fish for the trip well deserved..

    Richard L. with Jason W. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Captain experience really did my group well! Great way to celebrate a bachelors party. They helped in many ways, especially when there was last minute adjustments needed due to weather. They were all in ! Captain Jason & Connor gave us the experience we needed !

    Crockett G. with Jason W. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Jason had us on the fish early. Great day of fishing. Probably caught at least 30. Great day on the water with my family and very laid back Captain. Appreciate you Captain Jason and we will definitely be booking again

    Dustin H. with Jason W. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Even though is was very windy and fishing conditions were challenging, we had a great time with Captain Rick and Jonathan. We caught some very nice bull reds, and had fun fishing with the smaller rod. We definitely plan to go again.

    Terry M. with Houston F. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time, Had a lot of fish biting , "BUT" there where all under 20in. we still came home with a red fish., and that's all we want .

    Jimmie J. with Mike E. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip, me and my boys had a blast!

    Richard B. with Corey B. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Our trips last Thursday and Friday were with Dan and Saul (both boats were Dan’s). I think both guys tried. Sometimes the fish bite and sometimes they don’t. That’s why they call it fishing and not catching. This said, I was unpleasantly surprised that most of both days we spent fishing for bait fish. And unless you tell me differently this was not in the plan. Given our travel cost the boat costs, I was and remain disappointed. Paul

    Paul G. with Dan G. of Galveston, Texas

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Dan was great. Very knowledgeable, great with our kids. Awesome trip, I would highly recommend him.

    Robert C. with Dan G. of Galveston, Texas

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