Heavy Tackle Fishing Charters In Galveston Island

Enjoy a day on the water with Rod Bending Charters! The jetties are home to a variety of fish species, including red and black drum, flounder, speckled trout, and sharks, giving you the unique experience of catching offshore fish inshore. Your Captain usually likes to fish out of the ship channel as well as near both the North and South Jetties (the specific location will depend on the season). Rod Bending Charters offers a 4-hour (half-day) and 6-hour (full-day) trip depending on how much fishing you want to do. His 24’ Tidewater can accommodate 4 people. He and his team will provide all rods/reels, bait, and tackle. All you need to bring is a Texas Fishing License (for those over 17 years of age), a Bull Red Tag, as well as food and drinks of your choice (no glass or bananas). Let your mind escape from daily responsibilities and have a day on the water with Rod Bending Charters! Read More

Embark on an action-packed adventure just off the coast of Galveston with Captain Jason! With this close off-shore experience, you'll be targeting Sharks, Jack Fish, Redfish and more. Whether you want to troll, bottom fish, or use tackle, Captain Jason and his 30ft Sea Hunt center console boat has you covered. These trips last 6 hours and host up to 6 people. Captain Jason will provide all of the fishing bait and tackle. All you need to bring is a Texas saltwater fishing license for those over 16 years of age, sunscreen, as well as some food and drinks. Let your mind escape from daily responsibilities and have fun fishing! Read More

Climb aboard with the Captain and get ready to hunt after the predators of the ocean! The inshores and nearshores of Galveston are excellent places to catch some sizable sharks without going too far from the dock. Our Captain is known for reelin’ in some big sharks - sometimes exceeding 10 feet in length - so make sure you get a good stretch in before coming out! On this 4 to 6-hour trip, our Captain will cruise you around Galveston Bay or venture a bit out into the Gulf to go after Blacktip Shark, Bonnethead Shark, and Lemon Shark. To attract these mean-looking creatures you'll be using fishing methods with light tackle, live bait, heavy tackle, bottom fishing and drift fishing. The Captain will take you to prime spots and get you set up with the best method as you get ready to do some reeling! On this trip you'll be fishing aboard our Captain's massive 42’ Delta sportfisher that can hold an impressive 18 people, with the first 10 passengers included in the price. Powered by twin 160 HP Caterpillar engines, this vessel will cut through the surf like butter and cruise the bay waters with ease. It comes with GPS, Fishfinder, a Flybridge, and an Ice Box to store your catches. All rods, reels and tackle will be provided. 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

Texas Fishing Charters is located in Galveston, Texas. Founded by Captain Zach, this is family owned and operated company. Capt. Zach comes from a long line of honorable fishermen and his sea instinct is honed in a way that is sure to put you the fish. More than just a skilled captain and fisherman, he will take the time to teach you about fishing techniques and conservation. Expect your trip with Capt. Zach to not only be fun, productive, and rewarding, but also educational as he has been fishing these specific waters for 8 years. Depending on the time of year, you’ll chase after Speckled Trout, Redfish, Black Drum, Sheepshead, Pompano, Jack Crevalle, Sharks, and many other species. During the Red Fish or Black Drum spawn, expect to catch and release some massive trophy fish! Read More

Join Captain Shawn in wrangling some of the biggest fish you'll ever see in real life! Redfish and shark mostly, but Some of the largest Tarpon found around the continental United States swim the waters off of Galveston Island you are going to want to get in on the action. To ensure you catch the biggest fish, the conditions have to be just right for the Tarpon, As a result, these trips are only offered from May through October. Don't miss out on this trip of a lifetime and book your's today! Read More

Hop on board with Captain Robert and prepare for an action-packed day of fishing the jetties! The jetties are the perfect spot for the unique experience of catching offshore fish inshore. On this 4-hour trip, Captain Robert will take you close-by off the coast of Galveston where you can expect to target Black Drum, Flounder, Redfish, and Sheepshead. To attract these elegant fish you'll be using various fishing techniques such as light tackle, heavy tackle, bottom fishing, and trolling. Whichever technique you use, Captain Robert has you covered. Captain Robert fishes aboard a 30’ Grady White center console, with a capacity for six people. Powered by twin 250 HP Yamaha engines, the vessel is safe and steady on its way offshore and even has a bathroom. The vessel is complete with a GPS and a fishfinder to help you get one on your line. Captain Robert will provide all rods, reels, and tackle. All you need is a valid Texas fishing license as well as some food and drinks. These family-friendly trips can host up to 6 people, so make sure you bring some good company! Read More

Prepare yourself for a thrilling adventure in Galveston Bay chasing sharks with Captain Mike! Captain Mike will help you catch Blacktip Shark, Bonnethead, and Bull Shark throughout your 6-hour adventure. Captain Mike has over 30 years of experience fishing all of the Galveston Bay Complex and its surrounding areas, so he knows exactly where the fish bite! You’ll be fishing on Captain Mike’s 24’ Kenner Center console. It is equipped with a GPS and a fishfinder. You may purchase a live bait well for an additional fee. Not to mention that the boat can cruise at a maximum speed of 40 knots. It can accommodate 3 anglers. Make sure you bring a valid Texas fishing license, food and drinks of your choice (no glass), a hat, sunscreen, and some good company! Captain Mike will provide the rest. Test your skills and strength and fill the boat on what promises to be an exhilarating day with Captain Mike! Read More

On this trip, you'll choose between an 8-hour or 12-hour deep sea excursion between 40 and 80 miles off the shore of Galveston. On the 8-hour trip, we'll head about 40 miles offshore targeting red snapper, kingfish, mangrove snappers, triggerfish, Spanish mackerel, and mahi mahi. On the 12-hour trip, we will be between 70 to 80 miles offshore (blue water) red snapper, kingfish, wahoo, tuna, mahi mahi grouper, amberjack, and always a possibility of a sailfish. The boat is capable of cruising at 34 knots, getting us offshore and onto fish fast. Read More

Hop on board with Captain Michael on an action-packed adventure along the jetties of Galveston Bay! During the hot months of the summer, sharks and bull drum like to roam around the jetties. Shark species include spinner sharks, bull sharks, and many more. These two species in particular can exceed 6 feet in length! You can choose to be out on the water for 4 hours (a half-day) or 6 hours (a full day) depending on how much fishing you want to do. These trips host up to 6 people. Captain Michael will provide all of the fishing bait and tackle. All you need to bring is a Texas saltwater fishing license for those over 16 years of age, sunscreen, as well as some food and drinks. You might want to stretch a little before the trip - it’s not uncommon to reel in lots of big fish with Captain Michael. Read More

Join Captain Cheryl for this fun and exciting fishing adventure! On this combo trip, you'll fish half the time with light tackle, chasing inshore species such as Redfish, Trout, and Flounder. For the other half of the trip, you will be big-rod fishing, looking for massive Bull Reds, Jacks, Mackerel, and more. This is a great trip to get a new personal best and a cooler full of keepers! You'll be fishing on board Captain Cheryl's 26’ Century center console. She's equipped with everything you need for an amazing day on the water. The deck can accommodate up to 6 anglers, and Captain Cheryl is happy to take anglers of all experience levels. The boat is powered by twin 200hp Mercury engines, which will keep you moving smoothly all day! There is a cooler for your keepers, as well as a live bait well. Everything you need is provided by Captain Cheryl. She brings all the rods, reels, bait, and tackle, as well as ice for your catches. All you'll need to bring are your favorite snacks and drinks, as well as your Texas fishing licenses for everybody over the age of 16. It is also important to have appropriate clothing, so keep an eye on the weather reports and definitely have sunblock on hand. Read More

Head out with Captain Cheryl to chase the Sharks! They might seem frightening in the movies you've seen but once you get face to face with them, you'll realize there's nothing to be afraid of, and only big fights to be had! Kids are more than welcome to join in on this trip, sharks are always an exciting catch for the youngins! Reeling in a monster shark is definitely a bucket-list adventure, so get ready to cross this off your list! Captain Cheryl’s 26’ Century center console is the perfect shark hunting vessel. The twin Mercury engines have a total horsepower of 400hp, making the ride fast and smooth. The live bait well on board will hold the bait provided by Captain Cheryl until it is time to put it on the hook and drop a line. Don’t worry–the spacious deck has room for up to 6 anglers to battle sharks at once, so this trip is full of action. Everything you need is provided on your trip, including rods, reels, bait, and tackle all suited for hauling in sea monsters. All you need to bring with you are your favorite snacks and drinks, and your Texas fishing licenses for all adventurers over 16 years old. Make sure to wear appropriate clothing for the weather, and close-toed shoes. This trip promises to be a blast! Read More

Hop on board with Captain Robert and prepare for an action-packed day of fishing. He'll be taking you extra far off the coast to target some huge fish that will have the reels screaming! On this 10-hour trip, Captain Robert will take you up to 50 miles off the coast of Galveston where you can expect to target Cobia, Kingfish, Redfish, Sailfish, and Red Snapper. To attract these picture-worthy fish you'll be using heavy-duty fishing techniques such as heavy tackle, bottom fishing, trolling and jigging. These techniques are sure to land you some deep-water monsters! Captain Robert fishes aboard a 30’ Grady White center console, with a capacity for six people. Powered by twin 250 HP Yamaha engines, the vessel is safe and steady on its way offshore and even has a bathroom. The vessel is complete with a GPS and a fishfinder to help you get one on your line. Captain Robert will provide all rods, reels, and tackle. All you need is a valid Texas fishing license as well as some food and drinks. These family-friendly trips can host up to 6 people, so make sure you bring some good company! Read More