Houston Charter Fishing | Private Deep Sea Trip
Private Trip
Offshore Fishing
Private offshore fishing charters accommodating up to 6 guestsExtended 424 hour trips target deeper waters and bigger catchesWeekday bookings receive 10% discount from experienced charter company
When you're serious about fishing and want to get into the real action, these extended offshore charters from Freeport are exactly what you're looking for. We're talking 4 to 24 hours of prime fishing time in the Gulf's most productive waters, designed for anglers who know that the best catches come to those willing to go the distance. Your private group of up to 6 gets the whole boat, the captain's full attention, and access to fishing grounds that day-trippers never see. Plus, book any weekday and you'll save 10% right off the top.
These aren't your typical half-day tourist trips. We're heading out into the blue water where the big fish live, and staying there long enough to make it count. The longer you're out there, the better your chances of hitting multiple species and really filling the cooler. Your captain knows these waters like the back of his hand - where the current breaks hold amberjack, which rigs are producing mahi, and when the tuna bite turns on. You'll cover serious ground, hitting different structures and depths based on what's biting and where the action is hottest. The beauty of a private charter is flexibility - if the bite is hot at one spot, we stay put. If it's slow, we move until we find them.
We run a mix of techniques depending on what we're targeting and what the conditions look like. For the pelagics like tuna, mahi, and wahoo, we'll be pulling a spread of lures at different depths - everything from surface poppers to deep-diving plugs. When we're working structure for grouper and amberjack, it's all about getting baits down to the bottom fast and keeping them there. Live bait, dead bait, jigs - whatever's working that day. The boat's rigged with quality tackle, but if you've got your own setup and know how to use it, bring it along. Circle hooks are the rule for anything we're keeping, and we practice good catch-and-release techniques for everything else.
Blackfin tuna are the bread and butter out here, schooling up around the rigs and making for fast-paced action when you find them. These fish typically run 15-30 pounds and fight way above their weight class. They're most active during the cooler months from October through March, and when they're biting, you can easily limit out. The meat is fantastic - sashimi grade if you handle it right from the moment it hits the deck.
Red grouper are the prize of the bottom fishing game, hiding in the rocks and structure 80-150 feet down. These guys can push 20-30 pounds and will test your arms on the way up. Summer and fall are prime time for grouper, and there's nothing quite like the solid thump of a big red taking your bait. They're excellent eating and a real trophy fish worth the fight.
Mahi mahi bring the color and acrobatics to your trip. These beautiful fish love floating debris and weed lines, often traveling in schools that can keep you busy for hours. They peak in late spring through early fall, and when you find a good school, it's game on. Great table fare and always a crowd pleaser with their golden colors and aerial displays.
Greater amberjack are the muscle cars of the reef - big, strong, and stubborn as hell. These fish will easily hit 40-50 pounds and make long, powerful runs that'll have your drag singing. They're around year-round but really turn on in the warmer months. Landing a big AJ is a real accomplishment and proves you've got what it takes to handle serious offshore fish.
Wahoo are the speed demons - hitting trolled baits at 40+ mph and making blistering runs that'll strip line off your reel faster than you can believe. They're less common than the other species but when you hook one, you'll never forget it. Winter months are typically best for wahoo, and their white, flaky meat is some of the finest eating in the Gulf.
This is world-class offshore fishing at its finest, and with that weekday discount, there's never been a better time to book your trip. Whether you're planning a 4-hour focused mission or going all-in with a 24-hour adventure, these extended charters give you the time and access you need to experience the Gulf's best fishing. The boat's ready, the fish are biting, and your spot is waiting. Don't let another season pass without getting out there and seeing what you're made of when the big ones are on the line.
The Offshore Dream is your ticket to serious Gulf Coast fishing action. This 38-foot Luhrs runs on twin 420HP Yanmar engines that'll get you to the productive waters where the big fish live. Built for offshore work, she cruises steady at 15-20 knots and handles Gulf swells like a champ. With room for up to 6 anglers, there's plenty of space to work multiple lines without getting tangled up. The deep-V hull cuts through chop while you're running to the fishing grounds, then provides a stable platform once you're hooked up with red snapper, kingfish, or whatever's biting in the deep water. Twin engines mean reliability when you're miles from shore chasing schools of tuna or working structure for grouper. Book a weekday trip and save 10% while targeting the best fishing spots in the Gulf of Mexico.
Thunnus AtlanticusBlackfins are the smallest of the tuna family, usually running 15-30 pounds, but they pack a serious punch. These aggressive fighters love warm Gulf waters and hunt in schools around oil rigs and weed lines, typically in the top 100 feet. They're gorgeous fish with that signature gold stripe that fades once landed. Peak season runs fall through spring when water temps stay above 68°F. Guests love targeting them because they fight hard for their size and make fantastic sashimi - sweet, clean meat that rivals yellowfin. The key to consistent hookups is scaling down your tackle. Use 30-pound fluorocarbon leaders and smaller circle hooks since these fish have sharp eyes. When you find one, there's usually more around, so have multiple rods ready.
Seriola dumeriliAmberjacks are the bulldogs of the Gulf - big, strong fish that'll test your tackle and your back. These silver-sided bruisers average 30-50 pounds around deep structure like rigs and wrecks in 100-300 feet. Spring and fall offer the hottest bite when they move shallow to feed. What makes them special is the raw power - they'll make long, powerful runs and try to wrap you around structure. The meat's excellent when prepared right, though bigger fish can carry ciguatera. Heavy tackle is a must - 50-pound class gear minimum. My go-to technique is live bait on the bottom with a strong circle hook. Keep steady pressure and pump-and-wind to wear them down. Don't give them an inch or they'll find structure.
Coryphaena HippurusMahi are pure excitement on the line. These colorful speedsters average 15-30 pounds and put on a spectacular light show when hooked, changing colors as they jump and run. We find them around floating debris, weed lines, and drop-offs in blue water, usually within 60 miles offshore. Summer and fall are prime time when Gulf waters warm up. What guests love most is the combination of aerial acrobatics and excellent table fare - mild, white meat that's perfect for tacos or grilling. The secret is finding the right water temperature breaks and floating structure. Once you hook one, keep other baits in the water since they travel in small schools. Fresh ballyhoo or squid work great, but keep your baits moving.
Epinephelus MorioRed grouper are the bread and butter of our bottom fishing. These rusty-red bruisers average 5-10 pounds but can push 40+ on structure. They hang around hard bottom, ledges, and wrecks in 50-200 feet, though we catch plenty in shallower water too. Spring through fall gives you the best action, but they bite year-round. What makes them special is the fight - they'll try to cut you off on every piece of structure they can find. Plus, the meat is top-shelf eating with that sweet, firm texture. My tip: don't horse them up. Let your drag work and keep steady pressure. Use heavy fluorocarbon leaders and fresh crab or shrimp. Once you get them off the bottom, they're yours.
Acanthocybium SolandriWahoo are the speed demons of offshore fishing, hitting 60 mph and making blistering runs that'll smoke your drag. These torpedo-shaped predators average 20-40 pounds and roam blue water near rigs and drop-offs. Fall through spring brings the best action as they follow bait migrations through our area. Guests love them for the explosive strikes and premium eating - white, flaky meat that's perfect for steaks or sushi. The trick is high-speed trolling at 12-15 knots with wire leaders since their razor teeth cut everything else. Dark-colored lures work best, and keep them moving fast. When you get bit, clear the other lines quick because wahoo make long, fast runs that can tangle everything up. Fresh ballyhoo on planners also produces well.
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