About Your Trip

Come on down to Galveston, Texas and enjoy a fishing escapade to remember! Captain Derek will be by your side throughout your 4-hour adventure exploring the Galveston Bay Complex. He’ll launch these trips out of Trinity Bay, West Bay, or East Bay depending on the weather and where the fish ... Read More

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Bay Boat
Boat Manufacturer: Saber Cat
Boat Length: 21
Engine Manufacturer: Suzuki
Total Horsepower: 150
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: Powerpole, live well, coolers, Minn Kota trolling motor, cushioned seats

About Your Guide

11 Years of Experience

Captain Derek's Charter business is veteran-owned and was established in October 2020. Captain Derek is a lifetime fisherman with experience all around the Galveston and Matagorda Bay complex. He provides gigging, boat, wade, and drift fishing trips primarily targeting the Texas Big Three: Speckled Trout, Redfish, and Flounder.

Start Location

Galveston Yacht Basin, North Holiday Drive, Galveston, TX, USA | Bodies of water fished: Galveston Bay, Galveston Island

Amenities and Information

Water Type

Inshore, Flats

Skill Levels

Advanced, Beginner, Intermediate

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for you.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Location

This trip has multiple pickup locations.

Weather

You will get a refund if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Waders

Wader rentals are not available.

Boat Restroom

No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.

Live Bait

No live bait provided.

Species

Flounder, Redfish, Speckled Trout

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing, Drift Fishing, Light Tackle Fishing, Live Bait Fishing, Sight Casting, Wading

Packing / Extras

Everything you'll need for your trip: Rods, Reels & Tackle included.
Where to Buy a Fishing License: Find out more about fishing licenses here.

Things to Keep in Mind

Payment & Tipping: We use a cashless autopay system. We'll send you a boarding pass, and on the day of the trip, your guide will scan your boarding pass to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is to tip your guide (we recommend 20%).
Cancellation/Refund Policy: The deposit for this trip is non-refundable (but if the weather is too bad to go out, you will still receive a refund).

Pricing & Availability

To check pricing, please select a trip date, duration, group size and start time.

First Time Booking with Us?

Captain Experiences is the home of over 1000 Damn Good fishing and hunting guides. Our mission is to unlock the outdoors for everyone, and we want to help you get out there through our no-hassle online booking experience and our team of outdoors experts.

We vet our guides to make sure they are the best of the best. We want guides who not only put you on 'em, but show you a great time, keep you safe, and give you a memorable experience with your group.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a boarding pass. Just show your guide your boarding pass on the day of the trip, they'll scan it, the remaining balance will transfer automatically, and you'll be all set to get out there. Just make sure you bring a cash tip for the guide!

In the case of inclement weather, our guides will make the call and we'll work with you to reschedule your trip or issue a full refund. Your safety is our top concern.

Once you book the trip, we will connect you directly with the guide to go over any additional details. In the meantime, our location specialists are always available to answer your questions via email, text, chat, or call!