Next AvailableDec 22
Book with Kevin Lively
Captain Kevin Lively, a Galveston native, brings a lifetime of fishing expertise to his guests through Waist Deep Guide Service. Passionate about sharing his knowledge of local waters, Captain Kevin offers a memorable fishing experience in the Gulf of Mexico, inviting clients to either fish from the boat or wade into the water for a hands-on catch. Whether fishing with family, friends, or colleagues, Waist Deep Guide Service provides all the essential equipment for reeling in Trophy-Speckled Trout and other local species.
Waist Deep Guide Service specializes in wade and drift fishing in the scenic Galveston and Matagorda Bay areas, targeting speckled trout, redfish, and flounder. Offering both half-day and full-day trips, these charters are perfect for families, couples, and groups of friends, ensuring a well-rounded experience for anglers of all levels. With hundreds of glowing Facebook reviews, Waist Deep Guide Service is recognized as one of the top-rated fishing charters, celebrated for its outstanding service, value, and customer satisfaction.
Guests can enjoy features like "Keep Your Catch" options, catch cleaning and filleting, drinks, child-friendly accommodations, ice boxes, and all necessary rods, reels, and tackle. Captain Kevin leads each trip on a 25-foot center console boat equipped to comfortably host up to six passengers. Trips often involve drifting or wade fishing with light tackle, customized to fit the guests' preferences. The waters around Galveston are home to flounder, redfish, speckled trout, and other species, promising an exciting outing with plenty of action.
Captain Kevin also ensures a family-friendly environment, welcoming children on board and offering advice on child-sized life vests. While some drinks are provided, guests are welcome to bring snacks or additional refreshments, with alcohol permitted in moderation. Bringing essentials like sunscreen, bottled water, and sunglasses is recommended, and a local fishing license may be needed for certain catches.
With Waist Deep Guide Service, guests are in for an adventure exploring Galveston's waters, creating memories that will last long after the final catch!
Ready to reel in your next big catch? Book your adventure with Waist Deep Guide Service today – call Captain Kevin, or reserve your spot online and get hooked on an unforgettable fishing experience!
Fishing
Starting At $350
Description: The 4-hour trip, starting at 8:00 AM and priced at $350 for up to 6 people, helps guests confidently navigate West Galveston Bay, known for its shallow areas and oyster reefs. While fishing is not the primary focus, arrangements can be made, and the captain will mark channels and reefs on the GPS. Guests can also choose to follow the captain in his boat for a different price. Available fishing types include inshore, nearshore, flats, and backcountry, using techniques like bottom fishing, light tackle, and trolling.
Fishing
Starting At $550
Description: Join us for a thrilling 5-hour fishing trip, beginning at 6:30 AM, for just $550, accommodating up to 3 persons. This adventure focuses on targeting popular species such as speckled trout, redfish, flounder, and black drum. During the trip, anglers can enjoy various fishing styles, including inshore fishing, flats fishing, and backcountry fishing, employing techniques like light tackle, popping, spinning, and drift fishing. The targeted species include snook, mangrove snapper, redfish, spotted seatrout, flounder, sheepshead, and of course, speckled trout. Come and book your next adventure now!
Fishing
Starting At $550
Description: Embark on an exciting half-day jetty trip, starting at 6:30 AM and lasting for 5 hours, all for just $550 for up to 3 persons. This adventure allows anglers to target a variety of species, including speckled trout, redfish, flounder, black drum, sheepshead, jack crevalle, and even sharks. The trip features various fishing types, including nearshore and reef fishing, using techniques such as bottom fishing, light tackle, popping, heavy tackle, and spinning. The targeted species for this jetty excursion include jack crevalle, snook, mangrove snapper, redfish, and more!
Fishing
Starting At $1,300
Description: Experience the thrill of a full-day tarpon fishing trip, available seasonally from August 7 to October 15! This 12-hour adventure begins at 5:30 AM and is priced at $1,300 for up to 2 persons, with free cancellation up to 3 days in advance. Target the majestic tarpon, known as silver kings, along the nearshore waters of Galveston Island and Bolivar. Anglers can choose to use lures to catch these massive fish, weighing up to 200 pounds, or opt for bait, which often results in exciting bycatch, including sharks and bull redfish. Reserve your spot now!
Ratings & Reviews Summary
December 22, 2024
Went out with Kevin for the Salute the Hero’s Fishing Tournament and had an absolutely blast. He’s a great guy and fun to fish with and talk to. 10/10 recommend and will be calling him for another fishing trip!
December 22, 2024
had a wonderful time fishing with Capt Kevin. definitely recommend him. Looking forward to our next South Padre fishing trip.
December 22, 2024
Highly recommended!
December 22, 2024
recommends Waist Deep Guide Service!