Guide:

About Your Trip

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

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

About Your Trip

Climb aboard with our Captain for an action-packed trip on the coastal waters of Galveston! The inshores and nearshores of Galveston are perfect places to catch some of the tasty fish that the gulf is known for without going too far from the dock.

On this 4 to 6-hour trip, the Captain will cruise you around Galveston Bay or bring you to the nearshore jetties where you can target a selection of Black Drum, Blacktip Shark, King Mackerel, Redfish, Sheepshead, Spanish Mackerel, and Speckled Trout. To attract these tasty fish you'll be using a variety of techniques including light to heavy tackle, live bait, bottom fishing, trolling, drift fishing or deep dropping. Whether you want to actively fish with rod-in-hand or lounge until a reel starts screaming, just let the Captain know what you want to catch and he'll get you set up with the best method!

On this trip you'll be fishing aboard our massive 42’ Delta sportfisher that can hold an impressive 18 people, with the first 10 passengers included in the price. Powered by twin 160 HP Caterpillar engines, this vessel will cut through the surf like butter and cruise the bay waters with ease. It comes with GPS, Fishfinder, a Flybridge, and an Ice Box to store your catches.

All rods, reels and tackle will be provided. All you need to bring is a valid Texas Fishing License with a saltwater stamp. You can also bring food and drink of your choice on board (no glass). This trip can host up to 18 people and is for anglers of all skill levels, so don't hold back on inviting friends!

Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for an additional fee.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Weather

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

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

The deposit for this trip is non-refundable.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

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Pricing Matrix

	4 Hours	6 Hours
1 Person	$1,000.00	$1,600.00
2 People	$1,000.00	$1,600.00
3 People	$1,000.00	$1,600.00
4 People	$1,000.00	$1,600.00
5 People	$1,000.00	$1,600.00
6 People	$1,000.00	$1,600.00
7 People	$1,000.00	$1,600.00
8 People	$1,000.00	$1,700.00
9 People	$1,000.00	$1,800.00
10 People	$1,000.00	$1,900.00
11 People	$1,100.00	$2,000.00
12 People	$1,200.00	$2,100.00
13 People	$1,300.00	$2,200.00
14 People	$1,400.00	$2,300.00
15 People	$1,500.00	$2,400.00
16 People	$1,600.00	$2,500.00
17 People	$1,700.00	$2,600.00
18 People	$1,800.00	$2,700.00

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

Aqua S.

Outfitter 11 years of exp.

Captain Houston specializes in deep-sea fishing and family fun on one of the most comfortable boats in Galveston. He is a licensed captain with years of experience, and you will have both your captain and a deckhand on board to make sure you have a pleasant trip. One of the things that Captain Houston prides himself on is his ability to teach fishing to anyone and everyone, especially kids. Whether you're looking to head out...

About Your Guide

Aqua S.

Outfitter 11 years of exp.

Captain Houston specializes in deep-sea fishing and family fun on one of the most comfortable boats in Galveston. He is a licensed captain with years of experience, and you will have both your captain and a deckhand on board to make sure you have a pleasant trip.

One of the things that Captain Houston prides himself on is his ability to teach fishing to anyone and everyone, especially kids. Whether you're looking to head out for your first time salt water trip, or have plenty of experience and just want to fine-tune your techniques, or even learn a new one, Captain Houston is your guy.

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Start Location & Lodging Options

Galveston, Texas

Areas Fished

Galveston Bay
Trinity River

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Delta
Year Built: 1988
Boat Length: 42'

About Your Boat

Boat Type: Sportfisher
Boat Manufacturer: Delta
Year Built: 1988
Boat Length: 42'
Engine Manufacturer: Cummings
Total Horsepower: 320
Number of Engines: 2
Additional Amenities: GPS, Fishfinder, Flybridge, Ice Box

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Trip Details & Amenities

Water Type

Inshore, Nearshore, Jetty

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Fish Cleaning

This guide will clean your catch for an additional fee.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Boat Restroom

This boat has a restroom.

Weather

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

Kid Friendly

This trip can cater to kids.

Live Bait

Live bait is not used on this trip.

Disability Friendly

This trip is not suited for those with disabilities.

Flexible Cancelation

The deposit for this trip is non-refundable.

Lunch

Please provide your own food / snacks.

Target Species

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Techniques

Bottom Fishing
Drift Fishing
Heavy Tackle Fishing
Light Tackle Fishing
Live Bait Fishing
Trolling

Everything Else to Know

Suggest you bring Food and drinks, especially bottled water. Sunscreen is recommended. Ice Box, Rods, reels & tackle included.

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

This trip is managed by an outfitter. Aqua will be your point of contact and you will go out with one of their guides.

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%).

The deposit for this trip is non-refundable except for weather-related cancellations. 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.

Reviews

4.8

based on 12 reviews

Paul

Verified Review

June 15

Captain Cory was awesome! Very knowledgeable. We had a great time. Highly recommend!!

Paul

Verified Review

June 15

Captain Cory was awesome! Very knowledgeable. We had a great time. Highly recommend!!

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Trip: Offshore Thrills Weekend

William

Verified Review

August 15

We fished for only sharks. We only caught 3 sharks and also 2 catfish. Being on a boat for 6 hours it was a slow go and the most lines we had in was 4. There were 8 people on board we mainly just sat around waiting for the fish to hit. The Captain didn't really seem to have a plan. We also lost 2 fish from the hardware coming off....

William

Verified Review

August 15

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Response from Captain Experiences:

Hey William, we’re sorry to hear the trip didn’t meet your expectations. It sounds like a slow day on the water, especially with so many people onboard and limited lines in the water. We understand how frustrating it can be when the action is slow and issues like losing fish come up. We appreciate your feedback and have reached out with a discount. We’d love the opportunity to give you a better experience next time!...

Response from Captain Experiences:

Hey William, we’re sorry to hear the trip didn’t meet your expectations. It sounds like a slow day on the water, especially with so many people onboard and limited lines in the water. We understand how frustrating it can be when the action is slow and issues like losing fish come up.

We appreciate your feedback and have reached out with a discount. We’d love the opportunity to give you a better experience next time!

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Katie

Verified Review

September 4

These are some of the friendliest guys ever. Can’t wait to come back

Katie

Verified Review

September 4

These are some of the friendliest guys ever. Can’t wait to come back

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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.

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