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About Your Trip

Water Type

Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

About Your Trip

Come on down to Texas City and join Captain Derek and experience an unforgettable day of fishing!

You can expect to target Blacktip Shark and Hammerhead Shark on your 6-hour adventure. Both of these species can exceed 6 feet in length, so make sure you get some good stretching in before the trip. Captain Derek is known for reeling in some pretty big fish.

You will be fishing on Captain Derek’s Blue Wave 2400 Pure Bay center console boat rigged out with the latest electronics from Simrad and MinnKota. The boat has plenty of deck space for fishing up to 6 people along with ample storage space and two large live wells. There is more than enough room for you and your fellow angling buddies to cast away.

Captain Derek Requires that you bring a valid Texas Fishing License, food and drinks (no glass), a hat, sunscreen and sunglasses, and an ice chest to take your fish home. He will provide all fishing gear (rods, reels, and tackle) as well as ice for your food and drinks.

Book a trip today with Captain Derek for a fun and memorable day out with an accommodating and friendly captain!

Amenities

Water Type

Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

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.

Live Bait

Live bait is provided for an additional fee.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 2 days before the trip.

Boat Restroom

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

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	6 Hours
1 Person	$600.00
2 People	$600.00
3 People	$650.00
4 People	$725.00
5 People	$800.00
6 People	$875.00

Pay 15% of the price as a deposit today, with the balance due on the day of the trip.

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About Your Guide

Derek Y.

Independent Guide 23 years of exp.

Captain Derek offers fully guided inshore, jetty, and state-water offshore fishing trips. He looks forward to hosting your next half or full day charters for up to 6 people for a memorable day on the waters of Galveston Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. Captain Derek is equally adept to fish with beginners, children, families, and experts alike thanks to his 20+ years of experience. Check out his availability below to jump aboard and catch...

About Your Guide

Derek Y.

Independent Guide 23 years of exp.

Captain Derek offers fully guided inshore, jetty, and state-water offshore fishing trips. He looks forward to hosting your next half or full day charters for up to 6 people for a memorable day on the waters of Galveston Bay and the Gulf of Mexico.

Captain Derek is equally adept to fish with beginners, children, families, and experts alike thanks to his 20+ years of experience.

Check out his availability below to jump aboard and catch some fish with Captain Derek and Captain Experiences!

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Texas City, Texas

Areas Fished

Trinity River

About Your Boat

Boat photo for Shark Quest with Captain Derek

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Blue Wave 2400
Engine Manufacturer: Suzuki
Total Horsepower: 250

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Center Console
Boat Manufacturer: Blue Wave 2400
Engine Manufacturer: Suzuki
Total Horsepower: 250
Number of Engines: 1
Additional Amenities: This boat has plenty of deck space for fishing up to 6 people along with a lot of storage and two large livewells.

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Nearshore

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

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.

Live Bait

Live bait is provided for an additional fee.

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather.

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Flexible Cancelation

This trip can be canceled for a refund up to 2 days before the trip.

Boat Restroom

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

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

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You might get lucky (as long as things are in-season).
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Techniques

Bottom Fishing
Heavy Tackle Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Trolling

Everything Else to Know

Food & Drinks – no glass, please, Hat, Sunscreen, and sunglasses, Ice chest to take your fish home. Live Bait is an additional fee. Rods, reels & tackle included.

You'll need to buy a fishing license before getting out there. Find out more about licenses here.

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%).

Cancel for free up to 2 days before the trip and receive credit back to your account. Cancelling within 2 of the trip will forfeit your deposit to the guide. Day-of cancellations and no-shows will be charged the full balance of the trip to their card.

In the event of inclement weather you'll be covered by out 100% Weather Guarantee and will not lose your deposit.

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We vet our guides and only partner with the best of the best. Our guides do their very best to keep you safe, show you a great time, and send you home with a memorable experience shared with family and friends.

Once you've paid your deposit at checkout, we'll send you a QR Code 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 event of inclement weather, our guides will check the conditions and make the final call on whether its safe to go on the trip. If they decide the trip needs to be postponed, we'll work closely with you to reschedule or provide a credit for the full deposit, which can be applied to any of our trips in the US and beyond.

Each trip's price is determined by the guide and reflects all associated costs. A significant factor in pricing is often the type of boat and the corresponding fuel expenses. Additional costs may include leases, marina or slip fees, bait, and the expenses involved in providing and maintaining the necessary gear for your trip.

After booking your trip, we'll connect you directly with your guide to discuss additional details. In the meantime, our team is here to answer any questions via email, text, or phone.