Big Fish Bowfishing Texas

Houston, Texas
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Trophy Alligator Gar Bowfishing

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Mark Malfa

Independent Guide 15 years of exp.
Talkative
Intense
Beginner Oriented
Instructional
Adventurous
Quality
Captain Mark is one of the most experienced Alligator Gar fishing guides in the world, with over 35 years under his belt. He caught his first gar at just 11 years old while growing up in Houston, TX along Sims Bayou.

A few years later, Captain Mark was introduced to bow fishing and discovered how exciting bow fishing could be, chasing Gar, Carp, Buffalo, Tilapia, Bullfrogs, and other species. The rest is history!

Mark also runs badass hog hunts with thermal scopes. Join him for a night of hunting that's extremely fun and benefits the local community by removing destructive hogs from the environment.

About Your Guide

Profile photo of Captain Experiences guide Mark Malfa

Mark Malfa

Independent Guide 15 years of exp.
Captain Mark is one of the most experienced Alligator Gar fishing guides in the world, with over 35 years under his belt. He caught his first gar at just 11 years old while growing up in Houston, TX along Sims Bayou.

A few years later, Captain Mark was introduced to bow fishing and discovered how exciting bow fishing could be, chasing Gar, Carp, Buffalo, Tilapia, Bullfrogs, and other species. The rest is history!

Mark also runs badass hog hunts with thermal scopes. Join him for a night of hunting that's extremely fun and benefits the local community by removing destructive hogs from the environment.
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Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
565lb tiger shark
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Hamburgers or steak
Whats your favorite band?
Motley crue
Whats your favorite movie?
Tombstone,Goodfellows

Rapid Fire Guide Q & A

What’s the biggest fish you’ve caught?
565lb tiger shark
If you were cooking for all your friends what would you cook?
Hamburgers or steak
Whats your favorite band?
Motley crue
Whats your favorite movie?
Tombstone,Goodfellows
Whats your favorite sports team?
Don't really have 1
Whats your drink of choice?
Dr.pepper
What was your last halloween costume?
Scarecrow, cowboy
What do you want for Christmas this year?
I don't know
How did you get started guiding?
Did it for fun and turned into a job
What makes you different from other guides?
Lots/decades of experience
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Big Fish Bowfishing Texas Trips

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Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

River, Lake Fishing in Houston

3 Day Alligator Gar Bowfishing

60% (5) Guided by Mark
23 ft 1 - 8 People From $3,400
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

River, Lake Fishing in Houston

Trophy Alligator Gar Bowfishing

60% (5) Guided by Mark
23 ft 1 - 8 People From $1,250
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

River, Lake Fishing in Houston

4-Hour Bowfishing Trip

60% (5) Guided by Mark
21 ft 1 - 8 People From $750
Bucket List
The Captain Experiences team chose this trip as one for the bucket list.
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

River, Lake Fishing in Houston

"Alpha" Alligator Gar Bowfishing

60% (5) Guided by Mark
1 - 4 People From $4,200
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

River, Lake Fishing in Houston

Alligator Gar On Rod & Reel

60% (5) Guided by Mark
23 ft 1 - 8 People From $700
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Inshore Fishing in Houston

Saltwater Bowfishing Adventure

60% (5) Guided by Mark
23 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,100
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

River, Lake Fishing in Houston

Monster Gar On Rod And Reel

60% (5) Guided by Mark
23 ft 1 - 8 People From $750
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Invasive Species Hunting in Hockley

Thermal Scope Hog Hunt

60% (5) Guided by Mark
1 - 10 People From $530
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin
Fishing in Destin

Alligator Hunting in Beaumont

Texas Alligator Hunt (Archery Available)

60% (5) Guided by Mark
1 Person From $1,725

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Recent Reviews of Big Fish Bowfishing Texas

3.8
based on 5 reviews

Austin

Verified Review

To start, we booked the hunt with Mark and never met him. We went out with another person unbeknownst to us. When we got to the hunt we were told that we only had 3 guns to use, yet there were 5 of us on the hunt. There was only enough room for 3 people in the truck so 2 of us had to ride in the bed of the truck. We were told...

Austin

Verified Review

To start, we booked the hunt with Mark and never met him. We went out with another person unbeknownst to us. When we got to the hunt we were told that we only had 3 guns to use, yet there were 5 of us on the hunt. There was only enough room for 3 people in the truck so 2 of us had to ride in the bed of the truck. We were told many excuses as to why we aren't seeing any hogs. We didn't see hogs till the last hour or hour and a half and only got to shoot at 2 groups. Then the hunt was over. We did shoot pigs but it was not what I expected for the money that we paid for the hunt. The guides, I don't feel were as professional as they should have been. As an avid hunter who has hunted many species in many states, I would not recommend this to anyone who is any sort of hunter. Overall, we did shoot pigs but everyone on the hunt was disappointed and feels cheated or scammed.
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Response from Captain Experiences:
Hi Austin, thank you for this feedback. I'm sorry the trip did not live up to your expectations. Please give us a call so that we can collect some more information here. We will reach out to Mark to understand why there was not enough room and gear for your entire party. We'd also like to extend an offer code to you that can be applied to any of our trips around the world in...

Response from Captain Experiences:

Hi Austin, thank you for this feedback. I'm sorry the trip did not live up to your expectations. Please give us a call so that we can collect some more information here. We will reach out to Mark to understand why there was not enough room and gear for your entire party. We'd also like to extend an offer code to you that can be applied to any of our trips around the world in hopes that you will give Captain Experiences another shot.
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Jason

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Very satisfied with the trip we did with Mark. He was very knowledge and worked hard to get us in the fish. Very personable with a great attitude, and the supplied gear worked great. Would not hesitate to book with him again!!!

Jason

Verified Review

Very satisfied with the trip we did with Mark. He was very knowledge and worked hard to get us in the fish. Very personable with a great attitude, and the supplied gear worked great. Would not hesitate to book with him again!!!
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Leah

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For sure was not the trip of a lifetime nor worth all the money and extra expenses, didn’t end up shooting any hogs or seeing anything the first night nor did we get to even get to hunt hogs for the second night like planned due to weather however did have very friendly, accommodating and respectable guides all around.

Leah

Verified Review

For sure was not the trip of a lifetime nor worth all the money and extra expenses, didn’t end up shooting any hogs or seeing anything the first night nor did we get to even get to hunt hogs for the second night like planned due to weather however did have very friendly, accommodating and respectable guides all around.
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Response from Captain Experiences:
Hey Leah, thanks for sharing your feedback. We're sorry to hear that the hunt didn’t live up to your expectations, especially with the weather cutting your trip short. Unfortunately, weather conditions can sometimes interfere with plans, but we're glad to hear the guides were friendly and accommodating throughout. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention and will work with the team to ensure better communication in these situations. If you give us another chance,...

Response from Captain Experiences:

Hey Leah, thanks for sharing your feedback. We're sorry to hear that the hunt didn’t live up to your expectations, especially with the weather cutting your trip short. Unfortunately, weather conditions can sometimes interfere with plans, but we're glad to hear the guides were friendly and accommodating throughout.
We appreciate you bringing this to our attention and will work with the team to ensure better communication in these situations. If you give us another chance, we’d love to help set up a trip that delivers and have issued a discount in that vein.
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Kale

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It was EPIC. Mark is this man!

Kale

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It was EPIC. Mark is this man!
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Kale

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Mark is the outfitter every serious bowfisher wants. He won’t quit until he puts you on fish. Very very knowledgeable and a trip that we will never forget! We will be back!

Kale

Verified Review

Mark is the outfitter every serious bowfisher wants. He won’t quit until he puts you on fish. Very very knowledgeable and a trip that we will never forget! We will be back!
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Potential Target Species

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Techniques

Archery
Bowfishing
Heavy Tackle Fishing
Rifle Hunting
Thermal Hunting

Types of Trip

Alligator
Inshore
Invasive Species
Lake
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