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Galveston Bay Trophy Trout

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Everything to Know About Booking a Galveston Island bull shark fishing charter

Why should I book a bull shark fishing charter in Galveston Island with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 14 bull shark trips in Galveston Island, and the most popular trips in the area are Galveston Bay Trophy Trout guided by Kevin, Big Redfish On The Jetty guided by Brandon, and Beach Front Fishing guided by Shane.

Our guides in Galveston Island are rated a 4.63 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 bull shark guides / fishing lessons in Galveston Island? Check out our beginner and family friendly bull shark guides in Galveston Island.

What types of bull shark fishing charters are common in Galveston Island?

Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for bull shark in Galveston Island as well as jetty fishing, flats fishing, and nearshore fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Galveston Island are artificial lure fishing, drift fishing, and light tackle fishing but live bait fishing and sight casting are popular as well.

How much do Galveston Island bull shark fishing charters cost?

Prices for bull shark in Galveston Island can range anywhere from about $650 to $1,200, but the average price for a half day trip for bull shark in Galveston Island is $801. The average price for a full day trip for bull shark in Galveston Island is $982.

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 bull shark fishing in Galveston Island?

The most popular season for bull shark fishing in Galveston Island is summer, and most anglers book their trips 26 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Derick is the absolute best!!! He was hell bent on us catching a shark or we weren’t leaving that boat! He was funny, and great with our boys, and made their experience the best first experience they could ask for. Thank you for making this fishing trip our best family trip ever!!!

    Lara L. | July 21, 2025

    Trip: 32’ Grady Shark Hunt (June-August)

  • ★★★★★
    Great time !

    Daniel C. | June 22, 2025

    Trip: Nearshore Sharks

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome fishing experience with Darren with Gslveston Fish Commander!

    Chad P. | March 19, 2025

    Trip: Half Day Galveston Inshore Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Great day of fishing with Steven! Very kind and worked his butt off to land us on the fish. Used drone with fly the bait out 500 yard from beach and drop in the sand bar.

    Stephen R. | January 2, 2025

    Trip: Beach Shark Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Good time. Felt safe. Caught fish

    Rusty S. | June 24, 2024

    Trip: Big Redfish On The Jetty

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