Deep-Sea Fishing Adventure - Galveston Offshore
Private Trip
Offshore Fishing
810 hour deepsea fishing charter targeting premium game fishTravels 50 miles offshore into Gulf waters with expert guidanceAccommodates up to 5 guests with premium equipment provided
Want to get serious about offshore fishing? This isn't your typical bay trip. We're talking about a real deep-sea adventure that takes you 50 miles out into the Gulf of Mexico, where the big boys live. Captain and crew at Fishin Addiction Charters know these waters like the back of their hand, and they're ready to put you on some of the best fishing grounds off the Texas coast. You'll spend 8½ to 10½ hours out there, which gives you plenty of time to work different spots and techniques. With room for up to 5 anglers, this trip keeps things intimate so everyone gets their shot at landing a trophy.
The ride out takes about an hour and a half, but trust me, it's worth every minute once you see what's waiting out there. We're targeting the deep structure and blue water where the food chain really gets interesting. The boat's equipped with top-shelf electronics to find the fish and the right tackle to handle whatever decides to eat your bait. You'll be fishing in 100+ feet of water where the bottom drops off and the current brings in baitfish by the thousands. The crew handles all the rigging and knows exactly where to position the boat based on conditions. Some days we're drifting over structure for snapper, other times we're trolling the blue water for pelagics. The Gulf can serve up some weather, but that's part of what makes offshore fishing so rewarding when it all comes together.
We run multiple techniques depending on what's biting. Bottom fishing with heavy sinkers and circle hooks is the go-to for snapper and amberjack around the rigs and natural bottom. The crew rigs up with 6-8 oz weights and fresh or cut bait to get down fast and stay down. For the pelagic species like mahi and kings, we switch to trolling with diving plugs, spoons, and live bait when available. The boat's outfitted with quality Penn and Shimano reels spooled with 30-50 lb test, matched to rods that can handle the pressure. Don't worry if you've never used this gear before - the crew walks you through everything from setting the drag to proper fighting technique. Circle hooks are standard for bottom fishing, which means better hooksets and easier releases. When we find a good bite, everyone stays focused and works together to keep lines from tangling.
King Mackerel are the speed demons of this trip, and when they hit, you know it instantly. These fish cruise the open water looking for schools of bait, and they'll absolutely smoke a trolled bait at 30+ mph. Most kings out here run 15-40 pounds, with the occasional smoker pushing 50+. Spring through early fall is prime time, especially when the water temperature hits that sweet spot in the mid-70s to low-80s. What makes them special is the fight - they'll make screaming runs and jump clear out of the water. The meat is excellent too, especially if you bleed them right away.
Mahi Mahi are probably the most colorful fighters you'll ever hook. These fish live in the blue water and love to hang around floating debris or sargassum weed lines. They're incredibly acrobatic, often jumping multiple times during the fight while flashing those amazing gold and green colors. Most mahi here run 10-25 pounds, though bull dolphins can push 40+. They travel in schools, so when you find one, there's usually more around. Summer months are best, particularly June through September when the water's warmest. The eating quality is outstanding - firm, white meat that's perfect for grilling.
Greater Amberjack are the bulldogs of the deep structure. These fish live around the oil rigs and hard bottom, and when hooked, they head straight back down with incredible power. A good amberjack will test your arms and your tackle, often requiring 15-20 minutes of steady pressure to bring up from the depths. They average 20-50 pounds out here, with real bruisers topping 60+. Spring and fall are prime seasons when they're most active. The key is getting them away from structure quickly, or they'll wrap you up and break you off. The fight alone makes them worth targeting, plus they're excellent eating.
Cobia are the mystery fish of the offshore world. They're curious by nature and will often swim right up to the boat to investigate. These bronze-colored fish are strong fighters that make powerful runs and don't give up easily. Most cobia here run 20-40 pounds, with some real giants pushing 60+. They're most active during the warmer months, particularly May through September. What makes cobia special is their intelligence - they'll often follow sharks or rays, looking for stirred-up prey. The meat is fantastic, often compared to shark or grouper with its firm texture.
Red Snapper are the bread and butter of Gulf offshore fishing, and for good reason. These fish live around structure in 80-200 feet of water and provide consistent action when they're biting. Most reds here run 5-15 pounds, with the occasional slab pushing 20+. The current regulations require careful attention to size limits and seasons, but when it's legal, there's nothing better than a limit of fresh snapper. They're smart fish that require finesse - light leaders, sharp hooks, and the right bait presentation. The meat is absolutely primo, making them one of the most sought-after species in the Gulf.
This deep-sea adventure with Fishin Addiction Charters delivers exactly what serious anglers are looking for - access to premier offshore fishing grounds with experienced crew who know how to put you on fish. The 8½ to 10½ hour format gives you real time to work different areas and techniques, while the 5-person limit ensures
Meet your ride for the day – a restored 2001 36-foot Contender center console that's built for serious offshore fishing. This boat cuts through Gulf waters at up to 45 knots, powered by twin 350HP Yamaha engines that'll get you to those prime fishing spots about 50 miles out where the big fish live. The center console design gives everyone plenty of room to move around and fight fish without getting tangled up. You've got all the essentials covered: GPS to navigate those deep waters, radar for when visibility drops, and a fish finder to locate schools of red snapper, king mackerel, cobia, and mahi-mahi. An icebox keeps your catch fresh and your drinks cold during those long 8-10 hour runs. With space for up to 5 anglers, there's room to spread out while still being close enough to help each other land the big ones.
Rachycentron CanadumCobia are odd-looking fish that guests often mistake for sharks at first glance - dark brown with that single dorsal fin. They average 20-50 pounds and are usually loners, not schooling fish. Look for them around buoys, wrecks, and floating debris in 30-100 feet, especially during their spring migration. What makes them special is they're curious - you can actually sight-fish for them when they cruise near the surface. The fight is bulldoggish but strong, and the meat is top-shelf eating, firm and white like shark. Best tip I can give: when you spot one, present your bait or jig right in front of its face. They're not spooky, and a well-placed bucktail jig will usually get their attention.
Seriola dumeriliAmberjacks are the bulldozers of the reef - thick-bodied fish that average 20-40 pounds and fight like something twice their size. You'll find them around wrecks, oil rigs, and hard bottom in 60-200 feet of water. Spring brings the best fishing when they move shallow to spawn, but they bite year-round if you can get down to them. What guests love is the raw power - these fish will test your drag and your arms. The meat is excellent too, with a firm texture that grills beautifully. My advice: use heavy tackle and don't give them an inch. Once hooked, they'll head straight for structure to cut you off, so keep steady pressure and winch them up fast before they know what hit them.
Scomberomorus CavallaKings are some of the fastest fish in the Gulf, averaging 15-30 pounds with occasional giants over 50. These silver torpedoes love structure and temperature breaks around 40-150 feet deep. Spring through fall gives you the best action when they're actively feeding on the surface. What makes them special is that blistering run when hooked - they'll strip line faster than almost anything out there. Plus, they're excellent eating with firm, flaky meat. Here's a local tip: when trolling, use a wire leader with two hooks - one through the bait's nose and a trailing treble. Kings hit from behind, so that second hook saves a lot of cutoffs from their razor-sharp teeth.
Coryphaena HippurusMahi are the most colorful fish you'll catch - brilliant gold, green, and blue that puts on a light show when they come to the boat. Most run 15-30 pounds and rarely live past four years, but they grow fast and fight hard. We find them around floating debris, weed lines, and current breaks in open water, usually near the surface. Spring through fall is prime time when water temps hit the mid-70s. Guests love them for the acrobatic jumps and that sweet, mild flesh that's perfect on the grill. Pro tip: when you hook one, keep your lines in - mahi travel in small schools, and where there's one, there's usually more. Work the area thoroughly before moving on.
Lutjanus CampechanusRed snappers are the crown jewel of Gulf bottom fishing - bright red beauties that average 3-8 pounds with occasional 15+ pounders. They live on hard bottom, wrecks, and reefs in 80-200 feet of water. Federal season typically runs summer months, so timing matters. What guests love is the steady action and fantastic table fare - sweet, flaky meat that's hard to beat. These fish are scrappy too, making hard runs for cover when hooked. The key is getting your bait to the bottom with enough weight to stay put in the current. Use circle hooks with fresh squid or cigar minnows, and when you feel that tap-tap bite, resist the urge to set the hook - just start reeling steadily and let the circle hook do its job.
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