Damn Good Live Bait Fishing Charters In Galveston Island

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Recently Booked Live Bait Fishing Charters In Galveston Island

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Bull Reds And Shark Trip

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32 ft 1 - 6 People From $750
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Galveston Bay Trout/Redfish

100% (18)
24 ft 1 - 4 People From $550
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Clear Lake Flounder Special

100% (4)
22 ft 1 - 12 People From $675
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26 ft 1 - 6 People From $600
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Ultimate Combo Trip

100% (32)
26 ft 1 - 6 People From $945
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Galveston Bay Adventure Awaits

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Half Day On The Bay

88% (8)
26 ft 1 - 6 People From $600
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Shark Trip – Nearshore/Offshore

95% (38)
28 ft 1 - 6 People From $750
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Galveston Bay Trophy Trout

100% (3)
25 ft 1 - 4 People From $550
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UFC Special – Redfish/Shark/Tarpon

95% (38)
28 ft 1 - 6 People From $800
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Inshore, Nearshore, Lake in Kemah

Clear Lake Fishing Kemah

100% (4)
25 ft 1 - 12 People From $675
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Galveston Bay Night Fishing

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Everything to Know About Booking a Galveston Island live bait fishing charter

Why should I book a live bait fishing charter in Galveston Island with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 28 live bait fishing trips in Galveston Island, and the most popular trips in the area are Bull Reds And Shark Trip guided by Leaf, Galveston Bay Trout/Redfish guided by Mike, and Clear Lake Flounder Special guided by Carrie.

Our guides in Galveston Island are rated a 4.73 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 live bait fishing guides / fishing lessons in Galveston Island? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Galveston Island.

What types of live bait fishing charters are common in Galveston Island?

Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for live bait fishing in Galveston Island as well as nearshore fishing, inshore fishing, and lake fishing.

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Galveston Island are: 1. blacktip shark, 2. bonnethead shark, 3. bull shark, 4. kingfish, and 5. mangrove snapper.

How much do Galveston Island live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Galveston Island can range anywhere from about $600 to $1,800, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Galveston Island is $1,061. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Galveston Island is $913.

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 on a live bait fishing charter in Galveston Island?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Galveston Island is summer, and most anglers book their trips 37 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great fishing trip with Ryan in the Intracoastal near the San Bernard River. Caught 8 keepers but had lots of action that we caught and released. Very knowledgeable. Our grandson had a ball!

    Susan/Mike P. | November 4, 2025

    Trip: Freeport Bay Fishing Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Capt. Bob was amazing!! 10/10 would recommend!!

    Anthony W. | August 31, 2025

    Trip: Ultimate Combo Trip

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time. He was really trying hard to put us on the fish even though the weather wasn’t the greatest and we did catch a few but over all we had an awesome time.

    Joy G. | June 25, 2025

    Trip: Half Day On The Bay

  • ★★★★★
    Blake was an excellent guide and very knowledgeable. He set us up on the fish right away and unhooked every catch as well as rebuild every hook. We had 3 people

    Paul E. | June 16, 2025

    Trip: Galveston Bay Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Sharks were hot! Captain bubba is very experienced and was a really great time!

    Justin S. | June 5, 2025

    Trip: Ultimate Combo Trip

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