Captain Ernest's trips are entirely designed to keep you on the fish at all times. You can expect most of your time on the water to be spent fishing- this trip can launch from multiple boat ramps throughout the Galveston Bay Complex and Matagorda, and Ernest is happy to launch wherever is most convenient for you or wherever's closest to where the fish are biting!
Captain Ernest's journey to becoming a Galveston fishing guide began in Nashville, Tennessee when he was four years old. At that age, his grandfather began taking him to the catfish farm with a simple cane pole with a line tied to the tip.
...Read MoreGalveston Bait & Tackle, Broadway Street, Galveston, TX, USA | Bodies of water fished: Galveston Bay, Matagorda Bay
Water Type
Inshore
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.
Weather
You will get a refund if the trip is canceled due to weather.
Boat Restroom
No, this boat does not have a bathroom on board.
Live Bait
No live bait provided.
Lunch
No meal provided.
Provided
Rods, reels, lures, ice
At an Additional Rate
No added costs.
Recommended Packing
Hat, sunscreen, polarized sunglasses
Required Items
Texas saltwater fishing license
Payment & Tipping
After paying the deposit, a QR Code will be emailed to you. On the day of the trip, your guide will scan your QR code to automatically transfer the remaining balance. The only cash needed is for a customary tip (we recommend 20%).
Cancellation/Refund Policy
Yes, cancel for free up to 7 days before the trip.
Where to Buy a Fishing License
Find out more about licenses here.To check pricing, please select duration and group size.
Please fill out Trip Date, Duration, Group Size, and Start Time before proceeding.
Chrissy N.
路April 2, 2020
路Fishing
We highly recommend Ernest with Galveston Big 3 Fishing. Not only was he knowledgeable about the areas and overall fishing, he was incredible to just be around. He made our son鈥檚 8th bday celebration one he won鈥檛 ever forget. Thank you, Ernest! We will be fishing again soon! 馃帲
Daniel D.
路February 21, 2020
路Fishing
Great guide, very knowledgeable highly recommend, not only will he put you on some fish but was very helpful. Not against teaching and giving you tips. Thanks Earnest!!
Tracy B.
路October 18, 2018
路Fishing
Captain Ernest has put me on fish everytime that I have fished with him. Through his instruction I have been able to catch more fish using artificial baits than ever before. Great prices for a great experience..
