Come enjoy an unforgettable day on the water with Corks And Croakers charters, launching from various locations . Learn to fish new techniques and create lasting memories on the water while reeling in your personal best!

Fishing with Captain Mike Cybak is not just about fishing, it’s about the whole experience. You’ll get to enjoy your day fishing all the hot spots in the Galveston Bay complex and learn the art of fishing with live bait. Live bait is an ADDITIONAL CHARGE. Shrimp and Croaker. 25$ per qt 15$ doz

You’ll also get to enjoy the comfort and safety of the 22’ Sea Pro bay boat. The vessel is fully rigged with Lowrance electronics, two 10’ blade power poles, self-deploying Minn Kota trolling motor, Bluetooth sound system for your favorite playlist, compressed oxygen live well for lively bait, complimentary water, Gatorade

Bring your own favorite rods or use captain’s top of the line spinning or baitcasting rods. When you fish aboard his boat, all bait will be placed on your hook and all fish netted for you. All you need to do is catch the fish and hold them up for the pictures.

Experience the thrill of big Trout or Redfish blowing up on a topwater bait. Feel the pounding on the end of the line while fishing with soft plastics. You’ll also have a chance to reel in Flounder and Black Drum.

Some of the best fishing takes place in the winter months – the Galveston Flounder run and the massive schooling of Redfish and Trout. On the right days, you can find a flock of birds working over top of huge schools of fish feeding on shrimp.

Grab the soft plastics and throw into the feeding frenzy for an action-packed fishing experience. Fish with a popping cork and shrimp. Learn the art of live croaker fishing and watch the fish pound the bait and take off with it as your line screams off the reel. Then lock it up as the rod bends in half.

Best of all, enjoy being out on the water! Let your mind escape from the daily responsibilities and just have fun fish



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    Winter special 3 anglers max
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Nov 13 - Mar 31
    Price for 2 persons
    US $300
    Corks and Croakers will be offering a discounted winter trip. The trip will be 5 hours from dock to dock. 3 anglers max for the special no exceptions.
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
  • Private trip
    Spring special 3 anglers max
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - May 31
    Price for 2 persons
    US $400
    This trip is 5 hours from dock to dock. Captain will advise start time based on sunrise. Launch location will be based on fish migration. Captain will advise start time and launch location. LIVE BAIT IS AN ADDITIONAL FEE. You will be fishing for trout and redfish. Black drum and sheapshead may be present also. Texas fishing license is required 17 and up.
    Targeted fish
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
  • Private trip
    Summer fishing 3 anglers max
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Nov 12
    Price for 2 persons
    US $450
    Five hours gives you plenty of time to enjoy the day and get your money's worth. On some days, it's required to move around to stay on the fish and this trip gives you plenty of time to catch them. Also, if you would like to target multiple species, it may require a boat ride to different locations. Depending on your preferences, you'll have the opportunity to reel in Redfish, Trout, Drum, and Flounder.
    Targeted fish
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 111 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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99%
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96%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Tyrone T.
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VERIFIED   Spring special 3 anglers max on April 22, 2024
We had a great experience fishing the captain was very helpful and giving us direction on fishing tips he helped us with the...
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Steven M.
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VERIFIED   Summer fishing 3 anglers max on June 30, 2024
You ain’t gonna find one better than Capt Mike.  Extremely knowledgeable, friendly and patient.  Took my sister,, my 7...
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Jason B.
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Great time

VERIFIED   Summer fishing 3 anglers max on June 25, 2024
We had a great time, very helpful and willing to help in anyway to help us catch fish.
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Ben E.
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Great experience

VERIFIED   Winter special 3 anglers max on March 28, 2024
Fishing was great, came highly recommended and lived up to the hype. We drove an hour to the charter passing many other outfits...
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James E.
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Great fishing trip

VERIFIED   Winter special 3 anglers max on February 6, 2024
Super Captain.  Mike was just perfect making sure we were on fish and getting the fish into the boat.  Everything was perfect.
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FAQs about Corks and Croakers

Corks and Croakers offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $300 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Winter special 3 anglers max (5 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - Spring special 3 anglers max (5 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $150 per person after 2 guests - Summer fishing 3 anglers max (5 hours)

When you book a trip with Corks and Croakers, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Live Bait Well Oxygenated
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Corks and Croakers include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures (Rigs for live bait, soft plastics and topwaters pro)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Water)

Corks and Croakers offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing (Galveston Bay Complex)
  • Reef Fishing
  • Flats Fishing

Corks and Croakers offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Spinning
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Corks and Croakers include:
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Mike Cybak
Texas City, Texas, United States
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Member since August 2018
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I am the owner and the operator of Corks And Croakers and I have been fishing the Galveston Bay complex for over 15 years. Boating, fishing, and being on the water are the things I enjoy the most. I have participated in many charity tournaments and guided many anglers in preparation for such competitions. My biggest catch is a 29 inch Speckled Trout.

The fish you can target

Flounder Flounder
Redfish Redfish
Speckled Trout Speckled Trout

What the boat is like

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
22 ft
Year built
2004
Boat manufacturer
Sea Pro
Boat type
Bay boat

Engine model
Mercury
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

Which types of fishing are offered

Inshore Fishing
Galveston Bay Complex
Reef Fishing
Flats Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Spinning
Popping
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Live Bait Well
Oxygenated
Wireless Trolling Motor
Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Rigs for live bait, soft plastics and topwaters pro
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Water

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
6 years or older
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
PayPal
Bank Transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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