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For a great day of fishing in Texas, book a trip with Express Fisheries today. Captain Chris Payne was born and raised fishing the Galveston Bay area and has fished both commercially and recreationally here for the past 34 years.

Spend the day on his 28’ pilothouse boat. This is a large and stable platform, perfect for family groups and customers who want a more comfortable ride. There is an enclosed cabin to escape the midday sun and plenty of space on the deck for groups of 6 to fish comfortably.

Species vary depending on where you end up fishing but can include Red Snapper, Flounder, Red Drum (Redfish), Black Drum, Speckled Trout, Jack Crevalle, Blacktip Shark, and plenty more. The captain will let you know what can be kept and will fillet your catch for you at the end of the trip, so have a cooler in the car to transport your catch home.

Capt. Chris offers a trip for everyone, no matter your skill level or age. You can fish the bay, jetty, or head offshore, which can all be customized to your preferences. There is no minimum age for children and life vests are provided for them.

You can also go spearfishing for Sheepshead and Snapper. This can be arranged for experienced divers and spearfishermen only – you’ll need to bring your own equipment for this.

Conventional rods and reels are included in the price of the trip. You’ll need to buy a fishing license before the day of the trip and on most trips it’s recommended to buy live bait. This can be done at the marina on the morning of the charter. Don’t forget your food and drinks, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat, and you’re ready to go.

All that’s left to do is book a trip with Express Fisheries today. Capt. Chris looks forward to welcoming you on board and catching fish together.



FAQs about Express Fisheries

Express Fisheries offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $425 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $425 per group, additional US $50 per person after 4 guests - Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $55 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip – Bay Fishing (8 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $65 per person after 4 guests - Full Day Trip – Galveston Jetties (8 hours)
  • US $750 per group, additional US $75 per person after 4 guests - Offshore Trip – State Waters (10 hours)

When you book a trip with Express Fisheries, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Porta potty style.
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System Bluetooth stereo system.
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Express Fisheries include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Drinks (Soft drinks and water on all trips)

Express Fisheries offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing (Galveston Bay Complex)
  • Nearshore Fishing (Jetty Trips)
  • Offshore Fishing (State waters out to 9 miles from shore)
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Express Fisheries offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Spinning
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Express Fisheries include:
  • Black Drum
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Ladyfish
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Spadefish
  • Speckled Trout
  • Whiting

Meet the Captain

Christopher Payne
San Leon, Texas, United States
26 Customer reviews
Member since May 2019
I grew up in a commercial fishing family harvesting shrimp and oysters in Galveston Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. I have fished all over the country including 4 years in Alaska. I currently work as captain on a 300' supply ship supporting offshore energy exploration. On my days off from the ship you will find me on the waters in and around the Galveston Bay area.

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Cobia Cobia
Flounder Flounder
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle

Boat specs

Jefferson Fiberglass (Pilothouse) originally built in 2000, and restored in 2014. Powered by a 210HP Caterpillar engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 20 knots.

Length
28 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Galveston Bay Complex
Nearshore Fishing
Jetty Trips
Offshore Fishing
State waters out to 9 miles from shore
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Porta potty style.
GPS
Fishfinder
Live Bait Well
Multimedia System
Bluetooth stereo system.
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Catch cleaning & filleting
Drinks
Soft drinks and water on all trips

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
No min. age, life vests provided
You Keep Catch
Fish cleaning / filleting included.
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

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
Checks
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 26 reviews
Equipment
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (42)
Nice catfish
We threw him back
Awesome day with Captain Christopher!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
92%
Friendly captain
96%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
92%
Caught fish
96%
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Lee J.
Camas, WA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip with Captain Christopher Payne

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Galveston Jetties on April 7, 2021
Captain Chris was great from start to finish. He knows the waters, and is passionate about fishing, and the clients experience....
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Bobby T.
Houston, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Enjoyed the trip

VERIFIED   Offshore Trip – State Waters on August 17, 2019
Captain Chris is a super nice guy and offers great service.  The boat has a good amount of space to maneuver around and is...
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Donnie C.
Spring, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

A.M. Bay 1/2 Day with Chris Payne is Perfect

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (AM) on August 11, 2019
Captain Chris Payne is friendly, helpful & knowledgeable. He is just the kind of guy you want to be out fishing with. He called...
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Margie R.
Fraser, Colorado
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip with Captain Chris

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Bay Fishing (PM) on June 29, 2021
Captain was very knowledgeable and GREAT with kids!!  Had lots of cool stories and knew where to find the fish.
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Jose Hernandez - Carrasco
Phoenix, AZ
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Awesome day with Captain Christopher!

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Bay Fishing on April 18, 2021
Took my family out for a bday fishing trip. Did not disappoint! Got a good load and had a great time!
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