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Everything to Know About Booking a Galveston Island black grouper fishing charter

Why should I book a black grouper fishing charter in Galveston Island with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 2 black grouper trips in Galveston Island, and the most popular trips in the area are Going Deep - 35' Sea Hunter guided by Michael and Blue Water Adventure guided by Michael.

Our guides in Galveston Island are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 5945 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are 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.

Looking for kid friendly black grouper guides / fishing lessons in Galveston Island? Check out our beginner and family friendly black grouper guides in Galveston Island.

What types of black grouper fishing charters are common in Galveston Island?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for black grouper in Galveston Island as well as deep sea fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Galveston Island are bottom fishing, heavy tackle fishing, and jigging but trolling is popular as well.

How much do Galveston Island black grouper fishing charters cost?

Prices for black grouper in Galveston Island can range anywhere from about $2,240 to $3,800, but the average price for a full day trip for black grouper in Galveston Island is $3,017.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for black grouper fishing in Galveston Island?

The most popular season for black grouper fishing in Galveston Island is summer, and most anglers book their trips 33 days in advance.

Do I need a Galveston Island fishing license for black grouper and what are the bag limits for black grouper in Galveston Island?

See here for more information on black grouper fishing licenses in Galveston Island, black grouper bag limits, and fishing season regulations for black grouper in Galveston Island. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right black grouper rules and regulations in Galveston Island.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip and enjoyed the fishing. Several good size fish and bonus a 7’ shark. Will come back again.

    Josh S. | July 22, 2025

    Trip: Going Deep - 35' Sea Hunter

  • ★★★★★
    Very nice capitán and crew ,professional service We are very happy

    Francisco G. | July 7, 2025

    Trip: Blue Water Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Mike was AMAZING!! The real deal. Felt very safe and taken care of! He sure knew where to find the fish! We caught 31 Mahi and 4 large red snapper! If you want to go out with the best, book with Mike. We loved his deck hand Payton as well, very smart and fun guys!! We will be back!!

    Ashley K. | June 5, 2025

    Trip: Going Deep - 35' Sea Hunter

  • ★★★★★
    We went out on a 12 hour trip and had an amazing time. We caught lots of fish and enjoyed the captain and his mate they were very knowledgeable and put us on several different kinds of fish both big a small. Want to say thanks and will use them again.

    David J. | June 23, 2023

    Trip: Going Deep - 35' Sea Hunter

  • ★★★★★
    Great captain, put us on lots of fish, & felt safe the entire time. This is a really great outfit.

    Peter M. | March 11, 2022

    Trip: Going Deep - 35' Sea Hunter

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