About Your Trip

Meet up with Captain Terry Gallagher at the Matagorda Harbour to launch on an action-packed adventure exploring Matagorda Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. The convenience store at the dock is the perfect place to load up on bait, drinks, snacks, and even lunch before you head out on the ... Read More

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Dargel
Year Built: 2022
Boat Length: 25
Engine Manufacturer: Mercury
Total Horsepower: 350
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: GPS, Fishfinder, Live Bait Well, Multiple Ice Chests, stereo, lighting, insulated coolers

About Your Guide

Certified Damn Good Guide

9 Years of Experience

Captain Terry has been involved in/with the great outdoors since the moment he was introduced into this world. At an extremely young age, his father placed a fishing rod into his hands and began passing on the critical skills that would later create a patient, persistent, successful young man. By ... Read More

Start Location

Matagorda Harbor, County Road 213, Matagorda, TX, USA | Bodies of water fished: Matagorda Bay

Amenities and Information

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.

Music

You can play your own bluetooth music.

Live Bait

Yes, at an additional fee

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.

Species

Black Drum, Flounder, Redfish, Sheepshead, Speckled Trout

Techniques

Artificial Lure Fishing, Bottom Fishing, Cut Bait Fishing, Drift Fishing, Gigging, Light Tackle Fishing, Live Bait Fishing, Sight Casting, Trolling, Wading

Packing / Extras

Everything you'll need for your trip: Food and drinks. Live Bait is an additional fee. 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.

Reviews

Gage R.

Fishing

best guide service i’ve been on terry is very knowledgeable , he has his equipment and is very good at what he does ! this is by far the best duck hunting i’ve been on !

Joshua H.

Fishing

Great hunt. Great guide. I even shot one worthy of a mount. #Pintail

Kienan

Verified Review Fishing

Just absolutely amazing! From start to finish, Terry and his crew knew exactly what to do! Highly recommend, and I will for sure be back!

Juan Carlos Pelaez

Fishing

We had an awesome first time experience. Capt. Terry and his crew were great and very knowledgeable. Wouldn't reccomened anyone else.

Laina Herron Stevens

Fishing

Super enjoyable day on the water. Drowned some shrimp and caught some fish... doesn't get any better than that! Capt. Terry was awesome. From the moment we were welcomed aboard we were treated like friends. Terry is extremely knowledgable and did everything he could to make our trip one to ...Read More

Marcus Gibson

Fishing

Great team of talented guides who make an event out of a hunt. These are the guides to go with. Great calls and spreads and a great 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!