Top Rated Fishing Charters in Galveston, Texas

Q: Who are the best rated guides in Galveston?

Some of the best rated guides in Galveston are: Reel Talk Charters Tejas Salt Fishing Adventures Island Guide Service Fish On Charters Keep'n It Reel Fishing Charter Get the Net Fishing Charters Fishin Addiction Charters Charter Fishing Galveston Up Above Adventures American Sport Charters

Q: What are the top fishing types in Galveston?

Some of the best trip types in Galveston are: Inshore Fishing Flats/Shallows Fishing Shore Fishing Offshore Fishing Lakes/Reservoirs/Ponds Fishing Backcountry Fishing Wrecks/Reefs Fishing

Q: What are the top species I can catch in Galveston?

Some of the top fish species you can catch in Galveston are: Alligator Gar Atlantic Mackerel Black Drum Black Grouper Black Marlin Blacktip Shark Blue Catfish Bonnethead Shark Brook Trout Bull Shark

Q: Do I need experience to go on a Fishing Charter?

Absolutely not! Most charter captains welcome anglers of all skill levels and specialize in teaching beginners. Many charters are family-friendly and will teach basic fishing techniques, help with equipment, and ensure everyone has a great time. Let your captain know your experience level when booking so they can tailor the trip accordingly.

Galveston Fishing Charters(32 charters available)32 charters available

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Galveston, TX

12 Yrs experience • Good with kids • Technical Fishing • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Deep Sea Fishing • Drift Fishing

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Guests stayed on fish the whole time with awesome action all day

(1)

1-4 Guests

4-7 Hours

5 Trips

Starts from$550

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Galveston, TX

29 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Technical Fishing • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Drift Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Guests love Steve's local knowledge and ability to put them on fish at every spot

(33)

1-3 Guests

4-5 Hours

6 Trips

Starts from$475

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Galveston, TX

34 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Technical Fishing • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Drift Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Guests had such a great day they're already planning their next trip

(1)

1-3 Guests

6-8 Hours

3 Trips

Starts from$600

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Galveston

28 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Deep Sea Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Customers rave about Rick's expert guidance and consistent catches of reds, drum, and sharks

(11)

5-6 Guests

4-6 Hours

10 Trips

Starts from$542

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Galveston, TX

Guest Reviews Say:

Praised for expert captains who find great fishing spots and teach proper techniques

(10)

1-6 Guests

4-6 Hours

16 Trips

Starts from$500

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Galveston, TX

10 Yrs experience • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Drift Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Customers praise Bobby's proven fish-finding ability and years of consistent results

(2)

1-5 Guests

4-7 Hours

2 Trips

Starts from$450

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Galveston, TX, United States

19 Yrs experience • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Deep Sea Fishing

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Customers rave about Captain Dan's fish-finding expertise and memorable Gulf catches

(10)

1-6 Guests

3-10 Hours

15 Trips

Starts from$550

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Galveston, TX

43 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Deep Sea Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Guests praise Captain William's expertise and non-stop fishing action with great catches

(10)

1-7 Guests

5-10 Hours

3 Trips

Starts from$110

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Galveston, TX

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Customers rave about Captain Lee's fish-finding expertise and non-stop action all day long

(10)

1-8 Guests

4-12 Hours

3 Trips

Starts from$1,500

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Galveston

33 Yrs experience • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing

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Customers praise Captain Jeff's knowledge and consistent big red snapper catches

(10)

1-5 Guests

6 Hours

1 Trip

Starts from$650

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Rockport, TX, USA

5 Yrs experience • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with Families • Drift Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Guests rave about Corey's expertise limiting out on kingfish and landing impressive sharks

(6)

1-6 Guests

4 Hours

3 Trips

Starts from$350

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Galveston, TX

12 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Technical Fishing • Live Bait • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Families • Drift Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Customers praise Captain Zach's expertise with kids and ability to find great fishing spots

(8)

1-6 Guests

2-7 Hours

7 Trips

Starts from$375

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Complete Guide to Galveston Fishing

Discover everything you need to know about fishing in Galveston - from top species and techniques to the best times to visit.

Top Species

Learn about the most sought-after fish species in Galveston waters

Alligator Gar

Size

100 - 160 lbs

Length

48" - 120"

Habitat:

InlandNearshore

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Atlantic Mackerel

Size

1 - 3 lbs

Length

14" - 24"

Habitat:

NearshoreOffshore

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Black Drum

Size

15 - 90 lbs

Habitat:

Brackish WatersOnshore

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Black Grouper

Size

5 - 20 lbs

Length

39" - 52"

Habitat:

OnshoreNearshoreOffshoreReefWreck

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Black Marlin

Size

300 - 1560 lbs

Length

120" - 183"

Habitat:

OffshoreWarm Water

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Blacktip Shark

Size

100 - 150 lbs

Length

60" - 108"

Habitat:

OnshoreNearshoreContinental ShelvesInsular Shelves

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Blue Catfish

Size

20 - 81 lbs

Length

25" - 46"

Habitat:

RiverLakeFlatsBackcountry

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Bonnethead Shark

Size

13 - 28 lbs

Length

24" - 59"

Habitat:

Offshore

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Brook Trout

Size

1 - 10 lbs

Length

10" - 34"

Habitat:

LakeRiver

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Bull Shark

Size

200 - 500 lbs

Length

84" - 142"

Habitat:

WarmShallow NearshoreRiver

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Bullet Tuna

Size

2 - 4 lbs

Length

8" - 20"

Habitat:

circumtropical

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Cobia

Size

10 - 80 lbs

Length

24" - 79"

Habitat:

OnshoreNearshoreOffshoreReefWreck

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Crappie

Size

0 - 5 lbs

Length

4" - 19"

Habitat:

RiverLake

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Crevalle Jack

Size

15 - 60 lbs

Length

15" - 49"

Habitat:

RiverOnshoreNearshoreOffshoreReefFlats BackcountryWreck

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Florida Pompano

Size

4 - 8 lbs

Length

12" - 25"

Habitat:

OnshoreNearshore

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Great Barracuda

Size

5 - 103 lbs

Length

24" - 79"

Habitat:

OnshoreNearshoreReefWreck

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Greater Amberjack

Size

40 - 200 lbs

Length

60" - 75"

Habitat:

OffshoreReefsWrecks

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Grey Tilefish

Size

5 - 23 lbs

Length

25" - 35"

Habitat:

OffshoreDeepwaterContinental ShelfContinental Slopes

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Grey Triggerfish

Size

11 - 13 lbs

Length

19" - 24"

Habitat:

Inshoreoffshore

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King Mackerel

Size

10 - 20 lbs

Length

19" - 72"

Habitat:

OnshoreNearshoreOffshoreReefWreck

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Largemouth Bass

Size

2 - 22 lbs

Length

15" - 32"

Habitat:

LakePondRivers

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Lemon Shark

Size

150 - 220 lbs

Length

96" - 134"

Habitat:

OnshoreNearshoreReefBay

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Lingcod

Size

25 - 85 lbs

Length

20" - 60"

Habitat:

Onshore

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Little Tunny

Size

5 - 15 lbs

Length

24" - 48"

Habitat:

OnshoreNearshoreOffshore

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Mahi Mahi or Common Dolphinfish

Size

15 - 30 lbs

Length

40" - 83"

Habitat:

Offshore

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Northern Kingfish

Size

1 - 3 lbs

Length

10" - 18"

Habitat:

OnshoreNearshoreOffshoreReefWreck

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Pacific Crevalle Jack

Size

10 - 43 lbs

Length

12" - 40"

Habitat:

Offshore

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Pacific Pompano

Size

1 - 3 lbs

Length

6" - 14"

Habitat:

NearshorePiersJetties

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Pompano Dolphinfish

Size

4 - 77 lbs

Length

20" - 50"

Habitat:

OffshoreOpen Ocean

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Red Snapper

Size

5 - 20 lbs

Length

19" - 39"

Habitat:

NearshoreOffshoreReefWreck

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Redfish

Size

10 - 45 lbs

Length

30" - 61"

Habitat:

OnshoreFlatsBackcountryNearshore

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Sandbar Shark

Size

143 - 260 lbs

Length

20" - 71"

Habitat:

Continental ShelvesOceanic Banks

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Scalloped Hammerhead

Size

60 - 64 lbs

Length

59" - 169"

Habitat:

InshoreOffshore

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Sea Trout

Size

1 - 6 lbs

Length

20" - 55"

Habitat:

InshoreNearshoreCovered River

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Sheepshead

Size

1 - 8 lbs

Length

14" - 20"

Habitat:

OnshoreNearshoreOffshoreReefWreck

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Shortfin Mako Shark

Size

150 - 300 lbs

Length

72" - 150"

Habitat:

Offshore

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Smooth Hammerhead

Size

185 - 880 lbs

Length

96" - 197"

Habitat:

InshoreOffshore

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Snook

Size

12 - 29 lbs

Length

16" - 50"

Habitat:

InshoreFlatsBackcountry

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Southern Flounder

Size

1 - 4 lbs

Length

12" - 33"

Habitat:

OnshoreInshoreChannelsRivers

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Southern Kingcroaker

Size

1 - 3 lbs

Length

12" - 20"

Habitat:

OnshoreRivermouth

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Spanish Mackerel

Size

8 - 120 lbs

Length

20" - 72"

Habitat:

offshoreonshorenearshore

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Spinner Shark

Size

60 - 120 lbs

Length

72" - 118"

Habitat:

OnshoreNearshoreShallows

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Starry Flounder

Size

1 - 3 lbs

Length

12" - 36"

Habitat:

BaysLagoonsRiversHarbors

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Steelhead Trout

Size

2 - 35 lbs

Length

12" - 46"

Habitat:

Coastalrivers

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Striped Bass

Size

10 - 81 lbs

Length

20" - 55"

Habitat:

RiverLakeOnshoreNear shore

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Summer Flounder

Size

1 - 5 lbs

Length

15" - 37"

Habitat:

OnshoreNearshoreOffshore

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Swordfish

Size

100 - 400 lbs

Length

48" - 179"

Habitat:

OffshoreDeepwater

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Tarpon

Size

25 - 63 lbs

Length

48" - 96"

Habitat:

InshoreFlatsBackcountry

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Thresher Shark

Size

500 - 1120 lbs

Length

120" - 240"

Habitat:

NearshoreContinental ShelfInshoreOffshore

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Tripletail

Size

2 - 20 lbs

Length

18" - 36"

Habitat:

OnshoreNearshoreInshoreEstuariesBays

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Wahoo Fish

Size

15 - 184 lbs

Length

8" - 100"

Habitat:

NearshoreOffshoreReef

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White Marlin

Size

45 - 65 lbs

Length

50" - 118"

Habitat:

Offshore

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Yellowfin Tuna

Size

40 - 150 lbs

Length

27" - 94"

Habitat:

Offshore

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Top Deep Sea Fishing Trips in Galveston

Galveston

Guest Reviews Say:

Customers rave about Rick's expert guidance and consistent catches of reds, drum, and sharks

(11)

5-6 Guests

4-6 Hours

10 Trips

Starts from$542

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Galveston, TX

Guest Reviews Say:

Praised for expert captains who find great fishing spots and teach proper techniques

(10)

1-6 Guests

4-6 Hours

16 Trips

Starts from$500

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Galveston, TX, United States

19 Yrs experience • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Deep Sea Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Customers rave about Captain Dan's fish-finding expertise and memorable Gulf catches

(10)

1-6 Guests

3-10 Hours

15 Trips

Starts from$550

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Galveston, TX

43 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Deep Sea Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Guests praise Captain William's expertise and non-stop fishing action with great catches

(10)

1-7 Guests

5-10 Hours

3 Trips

Starts from$110

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Galveston, TX

Guest Reviews Say:

Customers rave about Captain Lee's fish-finding expertise and non-stop action all day long

(10)

1-8 Guests

4-12 Hours

3 Trips

Starts from$1,500

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Rockport, TX, USA

5 Yrs experience • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with Families • Drift Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Guests rave about Corey's expertise limiting out on kingfish and landing impressive sharks

(6)

1-6 Guests

4 Hours

3 Trips

Starts from$350

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Galveston, TX

12 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Technical Fishing • Live Bait • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Families • Drift Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Customers praise Captain Zach's expertise with kids and ability to find great fishing spots

(8)

1-6 Guests

2-7 Hours

7 Trips

Starts from$375

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Galveston, TX

23 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Technical Fishing • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Families

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Guests rave about Captain Anthony's ability to keep them on fish all day with great catches

(7)

1-5 Guests

5-8 Hours

4 Trips

Starts from$400

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Galveston

12 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Families

Guest Reviews Say:

Customers rave about non-stop action, professional captains, and top-notch equipment

(6)

1-6 Guests

4-8 Hours

8 Trips

Starts from$600

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Galveston, TX

16 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Deep Sea Fishing

Guest Reviews Say:

Customers rave about trophy redfish catches and Captain Eric's expert fish-finding ability

(10)

1-6 Guests

4-24 Hours

12 Trips

Starts from$650

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Galveston

32 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Deep Sea Fishing • Drift Fishing

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Guests praise Captain Joel's incredible fishing with impressive redfish, sharks, and catfish

(1)

1-6 Guests

5-8 Hours

5 Trips

Starts from$500

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Galveston

8 Yrs experience • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Bass Fishing • Deep Sea Fishing • Drift Fishing

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Customers rave about Paul's Gulf knowledge and consistent big snapper catches

(10)

1-6 Guests

4-12 Hours

7 Trips

Starts from$600

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Galveston

13 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Live Bait • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Deep Sea Fishing • Drift Fishing

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Customers rave about Captain Benny's fish-finding expertise and exceptional customer service

(6)

1-6 Guests

5-8 Hours

5 Trips

Starts from$900

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Galveston, TX

Guest Reviews Say:

Customers rave about Chris putting them on the fish with professional, passionate service

(8)

1-6 Guests

4-12 Hours

8 Trips

Starts from$750

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Galveston

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Praised for exceptional catches of bull reds, sharks, and multiple species with expert guidance

(10)

1-4 Guests

4-8 Hours

6 Trips

Starts from$650

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Galveston

11 Yrs experience • Master Guide • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing

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Customers love Captain Kevin's personality and great fishing experiences for all ages

(5)

1-6 Guests

4-12 Hours

6 Trips

Starts from$350

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Galveston

40 Yrs experience

Guest Reviews Say:

Customers praise Captain Mike's dedication to putting clients on fish at every spot

(10)

1-3 Guests

4-6 Hours

3 Trips

Starts from$450

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Galveston

5 Yrs experience • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Nature / Wildlife Views • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families • Saltwater Fishing • Deep Sea Fishing • Drift Fishing

1-6 Guests

4-6 Hours

5 Trips

Starts from$550

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Galveston

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Guests love Captain Jim's fish-finding skills and crew's dedication to success

(3)

1-5 Guests

5-8 Hours

5 Trips

Starts from$500

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Galveston Bay

50 Yrs experience

1-4 Guests

2-8 Hours

16 Trips

Starts from$400

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Fishing

Ratings & Reviews Summary in Galveston

AI Generated Review Summary

Fishing in Galveston, Texas offers diverse opportunities across Galveston Bay waters and the Gulf of Mexico, with both inshore bay trips and deep sea offshore adventures. Anglers target redfish, bull reds, black drum, trout, flounder, sheepshead, sharks, red snapper, amberjack, mahi-mahi, kingfish, and catfish throughout these productive waters. Jetty fishing and sunken ship locations provide additional hotspots for landing trophy-sized catches. The fishing experience stands out for its family-friendly atmosphere, with guides demonstrating remarkable patience teaching children proper techniques from casting to filleting. Professional crews adapt quickly to challenging weather conditions, moving between multiple productive spots to maximize success rates and ensure consistent action throughout trips.

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Galveston

5 / 5

Based on 204 reviews by Guidesly users

Johnathan R

October 26, 2025

1 Guest

good time

Galveston

1-6 Guests

4-6 Hours

5 Trips

Starts from$550

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Preston T

June 28, 2025

1 Guest

Captain Jim and Eloy made our trip outstanding. My 9-year-old was set up to catch fish right away, and the adults were taken care of just the same. They brought us to a few different spots to give us the best chance at variety, with trout being the highlight of the day. Their energy matched ours every time a fish came over the rail. I’ll definitely be back. If you’re bringing kids, I can’t recommend Captain Jim enough.

Galveston

Guest Reviews Say:

Guests love Captain Jim's fish-finding skills and crew's dedication to success

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1-5 Guests

5-8 Hours

5 Trips

Starts from$500

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Alec G

February 14, 2025

1 Guest

Despite challenging weather conditions, Captain Eric made sure we had an incredible day on the water. He worked hard to put us on the fish and shared a ton of helpful tips and fun facts throughout the trip. The boat was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, with top-quality gear. Highly recommend booking a trip!

Galveston

19 Yrs experience • Good with kids • Good with New Anglers • Good with Large Groups • Good with Families

Guest Reviews Say:

Praised for working hard to put guests on fish and sharing valuable tips throughout trips

(2)

1-6 Guests

4 Hours

2 Trips

Starts from$550

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Trey H

October 10, 2024

1 Guest

Thank you, Captain Mike, for providing my son with such an amazing experience. You're an excellent guide!

Galveston

40 Yrs experience

Guest Reviews Say:

Customers praise Captain Mike's dedication to putting clients on fish at every spot

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1-3 Guests

4-6 Hours

3 Trips

Starts from$450

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Dominic R.

July 19, 2024

1 Guest

My friends and I went on a 6-hour shark hunt for my bachelor party, and we had an absolute blast! Captain Beau was outstanding, helping us hook several species of sharks, reds, and drums. We were constantly running from side to side, reeling in fish with screaming reels. I wholeheartedly recommend a shark hunt or any fishing excursion with Captain Will, Captain Beau, or any of their crew. They treated my friends and me wonderfully and ensured we had an amazing time!

Galveston, TX

Guest Reviews Say:

Praised for expert captains who find great fishing spots and teach proper techniques

(10)

1-6 Guests

4-6 Hours

16 Trips

Starts from$500

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Fishing Charters in Galveston Texas, United States

Discover top rated fishing charters and guides in Galveston Texas, United States

Galveston Fishing Charters(32 charters available)32 charters available

Complete Guide to Galveston Fishing

Top Species

Alligator Gar

Atlantic Mackerel

Black Drum

Black Grouper

Black Marlin

Blacktip Shark

Blue Catfish

Bonnethead Shark

Brook Trout

Bull Shark

Bullet Tuna

Cobia

Crappie

Crevalle Jack

Florida Pompano

Great Barracuda

Greater Amberjack

Grey Tilefish

Grey Triggerfish

King Mackerel

Largemouth Bass

Lemon Shark

Lingcod

Little Tunny

Mahi Mahi or Common Dolphinfish

Northern Kingfish

Pacific Crevalle Jack

Pacific Pompano

Pompano Dolphinfish

Red Snapper

Redfish

Sandbar Shark

Scalloped Hammerhead

Sea Trout

Sheepshead

Shortfin Mako Shark

Smooth Hammerhead

Snook

Southern Flounder

Southern Kingcroaker

Spanish Mackerel

Spinner Shark

Starry Flounder

Steelhead Trout

Striped Bass

Summer Flounder

Swordfish

Tarpon

Thresher Shark

Tripletail

Wahoo Fish

White Marlin

Yellowfin Tuna

Top Deep Sea Fishing Trips in Galveston

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Ratings & Reviews Summary in Galveston

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Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs about Galveston

Who are the best rated guides in Galveston?

What are the top fishing types in Galveston?

What are the top species I can catch in Galveston?

Do I need experience to go on a Fishing Charter?