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Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty Fishing Charter in Galveston

Half Day Inshore Trip

83% (6) Guided by Shawn
28 ft 1 - 6 People From $650
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Inshore, Jetty Fishing Charter in Galveston

Bay/Jetty 32'

100% (8) Managed by Jeff
32 ft 1 - 12 People From $550
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Inshore, Jetty Fishing Charter in Galveston

Bay/Jetty Fun! - 33'

100% (8) Managed by Jeff
33 ft 1 - 12 People From $550
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Galveston

Deep Sea Fishing (8 Or 12 Hour)

100% (12) Guided by Brandon
34 ft 1 - 6 People From $2,250
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Galveston

Federally Permitted Deep Sea

100% (8) Managed by Jeff
32 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,950
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Galveston

King Fish Trip

100% (8) Managed by Jeff
32 ft 1 - 12 People From $1,650
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Galveston

Red Snapper Thrills

92% (12) Managed by Aqua
42 ft 1 - 18 People From $2,975
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Nearshore Fishing Charter in Galveston

Offshore State Waters - 26’ Century

100% (10) Managed by Cheryl
26 ft 1 - 6 People From $1,610
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Fishing in Destin
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Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty Fishing Charter in Galveston

Weekday Fish & Fun

92% (12) Managed by Aqua
42 ft 1 - 18 People From $1,000
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Inshore, Jetty Fishing Charter in Galveston

Galveston Bay Night Fishing

100% (4) Guided by Justen
23 ft 1 - 2 People From $400
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Galveston

36 Hour Deep Sea - 55' Viking With Chef

NEW Managed by Ruben
55 ft 1 - 6 People From $16,390
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Inshore, Jetty, Flats Fishing Charter in Galveston

Galveston Inshore Jetty Trip

100% (25) Guided by Corey
23 ft 1 - 5 People From $550
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Everything to Know About Booking a Galveston live bait fishing charter

What are the best live bait fishing charters in Galveston?

The best live bait fishing charters in Galveston are:

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

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 103 live bait fishing trips in Galveston, and the most popular trips in the area are Bay/Jetty 32' guided by Jeff, Half Day Inshore Trip guided by Shawn, and Bay/Jetty Fun! - 33' guided by Jeff.

Our guides in Galveston are rated a 4.86 out of 5 based on 3816 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? Check out our beginner and family friendly live bait fishing guides in Galveston.

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

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

The most commonly sought after species for live bait fishing in Galveston are: 1. redfish, 2. speckled trout, 3. flounder, 4. black drum, and 5. sheepshead.

How much do Galveston live bait fishing charters cost?

Prices for live bait fishing in Galveston can range anywhere from about $575 to $3,400, but the average price for a half day trip for live bait fishing in Galveston is $901. The average price for a full day trip for live bait fishing in Galveston is $2,062.

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?

The most popular season to go on a live bait fishing charter in Galveston is summer, and most anglers book their trips 24 days in advance.

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

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

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    We had a wonderful trip! Even though we were not experienced fishermen, we caught more fish than we had expected! Captain Blake was patient, encouraging, and a pleasure to spend the day with....

    Edward F. | November 27, 2024

    Trip: Bay/Jetty Fun! - 33'

  • ★★★★★
    Cody Great Very Knowledgeable of inland fishing; patient and extremely helpful with every cast and catch. Thanks Cody

    David A. | November 2, 2024

    Trip: Bay and Jetty Trips

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Leb was a great guide! It was my 2nd time red fishing. He gave me a lot of tips on how to fish for the red fish that were extremely helpful. We caught many red, black drum, and flounder and he filet out take homes to how we requested. I will definitely book with him again next year.

    Spencer W. | October 29, 2024

    Trip: Texas "Big 3" Bay Assault

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip, knowledgeable guide (Cody). Good fishin, nice boat convenient drop off/ pick up area. Highly recommended!

    Shane F. | October 23, 2024

    Trip: 3/4 Day Bay + Jetty Adventure

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Charles really took care of us today. He knew great spots to fish and my father-in-law and I both caught our limit for the day. Would definitely go with Charles again!

    Mike B. | October 22, 2024

    Trip: Great Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Charles is a phenomenal guide. He was punctual, polite, operated his boat professionally, and made us feel comfortable. He put us on the specks right away. our first cast landed a keeper spec as soon as it hit the water. we ended up with 7 keeper specs and 2 drum. we caught a 19' 8" redfish but it was just a little shy of a keeper. Captain Charles really knows where they are and puts you on them! I highly recommend Captain Charles!

    Alan M. | October 17, 2024

    Trip: Great Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Blake was excellent and very patient with me and my Son.We had a blast!!Thank You we will definitely book again!!

    Raquel C. | September 28, 2024

    Trip: Galveston Bay Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Charles is the best!! 10 out of 10 recommend. Great company and a great time! Will be booking with him again soon!

    Anthony A. | September 19, 2024

    Trip: Great Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Mike was hands down the BEST!! He beat us to the dock so that’s saying something. This Captain put us on the fish early and he kept us on them. No kidding box was full by 7:45am. Definitely a hell of a good time. Not sure if he realizes it or not he gained a customer for life with us.

    Jonathan L. | August 18, 2024

    Trip: Exploring the Jetties

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Izzy was amazing! Great service and exciting time for me and my 2 boys.

    Steve J. | August 11, 2024

    Trip: 4 hr AM Galveston Bay & Jetty

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Blake was amazing, he put us on big fish early in the morning and we caught fish the entire time we were out. He was super patient with my 9 year old grandson and 83 year old father. We caught some really big Reds, 2 of which we had to tag, lots of drum including the 2 trophies we had to catch and release of 32 & 40 inches. He will be our Captain of choice for future trips. He exceeded my expectations by miles.

    Warren S. | August 8, 2024

    Trip: Galveston Bay Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Cody took my son and me out on a Friday morning. We caught a variety of fish including redfish, sheephead, flounder, speckled trout, black drum, and golden grouper (see photos). My son and I are a couple of novices. Cody was super patient with us. He helped us bait hooks, get lines untangled, remove pesky hardheads, etc. without ever seeming frustrated with us. He cleaned our fish the way we wanted. He took the time to teach us several tricks for catching fish. Overall it was a great experience and we plan to use him again in the future.

    Blake A. | August 8, 2024

    Trip: Bay and Jetty Trips

  • ★★★★★
    Micheal was very patient with our inexperience. He also made us feel safe during a torrential storm. We had a great experience. We caught our limit.

    Danny G. | August 5, 2024

    Trip: Galveston Summer Fun Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Charles was a great guide and helped my son catch fish! He learned a lot!

    Elizabeth B. | July 31, 2024

    Trip: Great Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Hell yeah what a trip amazing the guys knew what they were doing.

    Thaddeus L. | July 31, 2024

    Trip: Federally Permitted Deep Sea

  • ★★★★★
    Awesome trip with Jeff out to the Jetty’s. Kids first time and they both had a blast. Came home with some nice fish and a great memory. Will definitely be getting back out there again soon!

    Ryan G. | July 31, 2024

    Trip: Bay/Jetty 32'

  • ★★★★★
    Captain Izzy provided an excellent fishing experience! This was my first solo fishing trip on a boat and I enjoyed every minute of it. Solid fishing and great conversations! If you're looking for a captain who knows his way around the water, secretly a fish whisper, I highly recommend him for a fantastic fishing trip!

    Will R. | July 30, 2024

    Trip: One Person 4Hr AM Jetty Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    Zach and his crew did an excellent job on putting us on some fish. We were able to catch multiple different species of some good eating fish. We had an amazing time!

    Daniel W. | July 29, 2024

    Trip: Federally Permitted Red Snapper Trip

  • ★★★★★
    Charles is the best guide around put us on the fish and he was super nice and cool!

    Draven | July 27, 2024

    Trip: Great Inshore Fishing

  • ★★★★★
    The trip with Captain Izzy on 7/20 was outstanding. I could have not picked a better guide for my experience. Captain Izzy was a pleasure to fish with, very knowledgeable and will without a doubt book a trip with him again the next time I’m in the Galveston area. Captain Izzy is very professional, the boat was immaculate, the gear provided was top notch. I only have exceptionally good words to say about my trip with him. I look forward to fishing with him again. Thank you Captain Izzy for an outstanding morning.

    Steven W. | July 23, 2024

    Trip: One Person 4Hr AM Jetty Fishing

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