Bill Busters V 

4.8/5 (38 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 301 J C Barr Boulevard Dock #8, Port Aransas, TX 78373, United States

Bill Busters V 

Over 9 miles offshore
Port Aransas, TX, United States
38 ft
6
4.8/5 (38 reviews)

Bill Busters V is all about creating memories. Its crew's been fishing since childhood and desires to share its fishing enthusiasm with you! Come and join USCG Captain Hunter, in Port Aransas, Texas for breathtaking offshore trips. He and his First Mate are passionate about making their customers happy and having a productive fishing adventure!

Your ride will be a 38' Bertram Express offshore sportfishing boat. It can seat up to 6 persons. Powered by two 460 HP Cummins engines, it is a pleasant ride. The boat's got a full navigation system, flybridge, and toilet. For maximum pleasure, there is air conditioning and a full salon and a V-berth below.

Some of the fish that you'll be targeting are Amberjack, Tuna, Wahoo, Snapper, and even Mako Shark, depending upon the season and sea conditions. You can either release your catch or keep it and bring it home with you. It's completely your call. With provided tackle, you'll fish using bottom fishing, drift fishing, and trolling techniques. Depending upon the season and fish, you'll have access to a live well. We welcome kiddos five years and older as one of the six anglers, provided someone keeps an eye on them while on board. Remember to bring fishing licenses for those fishing.

No need to worry about tackle and baits or lures because the crew will provide them. Live bait and lures will be available depending upon the season and fish.

Join us for your offshore adventure full of fishing excitement and beautiful scenery. Bill Busters Sportsfishing has been serving the Port Aransas area since 1982, and continues to stand by their company's mission statement of 42 years in providing our customers with 'Memories to last a Lifetime'!

Bill Busters V is all about creating memories. Its crew's been fishing since childhood and desires to share its fishing enthusiasm with you! Come and join USCG Captain Hunter, in Port Aransas, Texas for breathtaking offshore trips. He and his First Mate are passionate about making their customers happy and having a productive fishing adventure!

Your ride will be a 38' Bertram Express offshore sportfishing boat. It can seat up to 6 persons. Powered by two 460 HP Cummins engines, it is a pleasant ride. The boat's got a full navigation system, flybridge, and toilet. For maximum pleasure, there is air conditioning and a full salon and a V-berth below.

Some of the fish that you'll be targeting are Amberjack, Tuna, Wahoo, Snapper, and even Mako Shark, depending upon the season and sea conditions. You can either release your catch or keep it and bring it home with you. It's completely your call. With provided tackle, you'll fish using bottom fishing, drift fishing, and trolling techniques. Depending upon the season and fish, you'll have access to a live well. We welcome kiddos five years and older as one of the six anglers, provided someone keeps an eye on them while on board. Remember to bring fishing licenses for those fishing.

No need to worry about tackle and baits or lures because the crew will provide them. Live bait and lures will be available depending upon the season and fish.

Join us for your offshore adventure full of fishing excitement and beautiful scenery. Bill Busters Sportsfishing has been serving the Port Aransas area since 1982, and continues to stand by their company's mission statement of 42 years in providing our customers with 'Memories to last a Lifetime'!

Bill Busters Sportfishing Private Offshore Charters
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Bill Busters Sportfishing Private Offshore Charters
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4.5 Hour Trip – Blacktip Shark 2025
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 15 - May 15
US $1,700
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Jul 1
US $2,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip
In high demand Last booked: 5 days ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 1 - Sep 16
US $2,400
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 1 - Feb 28
US $2,700
Entire boat: up to 6 people
12 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 1 - Feb 28
US $3,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

4.8
38 reviews
4.7
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

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What anglers say

97%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish

All reviews (38)

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Gabe Munoz
Gabe Munoz
us
Arizona, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
One for the books!
8 Hour Trip on July 3, 20264 adults1 child

Our family had an amazing time with Bill Busters Sport Fishing Charter! From the moment we got on the boat, the captain and deckhand made us feel welcome and went above and beyond to make sure we had a great experience. They were friendly, knowledgeable, and always ready to help. We caught some great fish, had an incredible time out on the water, and made memories we’ll never forget. You can tell they truly enjoy what they do and work hard to make sure everyone has a successful and fun trip. If you’re looking for an unforgettable deep sea fishing adventure, we highly recommend Bill Busters Sport Fishing Charter. We can’t wait to come back!

Bill Busters Sportfishing Private Offshore Charters
Response from Charter operator

Gabe, thank you for your review, it was a pleasure meeting your family and awesome sons and watching Jhett proudly hold his snapper he reeled in! Love the pictures you shared from the boat, thank you. We look forward to seeing you again. Best regards, Bill Busters Sportfishing, kw

Brandon Haines
Brandon Haines
us
Colorado, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great Time Fishing!
8 Hour Trip on May 23, 20263 adults

We had an amazing time on the charter! Mangaed to catch a wide range of fish including Red Snapper, Beeliners, Trigger Fish, Ranibow Runner, Cuban Hogfish, and a Sandbar Shark! The experience exceeded expectations though we wish we could have gone during red snapper season so we could keep those guys, we just couldn't manage to do the trip at a later date. Was still absolutely worth the money. Huge shoutout to Captain Cooper and Hunter for their hard work, friendly disposition, and fishing knowledge. Not only did they manage to navigate us to multiple spots that kept our lines tight all day, but they were especially impressive in getting us back to shore safely through a storm that developed rapidly!

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
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Response from Charter operator

Thank you for your Review. whst a fun dsy eith sn assorted catch! Our two Capts. enjoyed taking you all out for a day of fishing and it was nice meeting you all!

Thomas Hedberg
Thomas Hedberg
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2022
4.7
Verified
Great Trip and Fish Were Biting
6 Hour Trip on June 6, 20265 adults

Captain and crew were Awesome. Put us on the fish pretty quickly. As this was a memorial to our late father the crew had a palm leaf with ribbons for the Red, White and Blue. Our father was Navy and served our nation in the foreign service of the government. That was very special to myself and my siblings. Thank you so much for that. I was also impressed that Sebatian (first Mate) was able to cut bait while the boat was bouncing in the choppy waters. Only one member of our party provided chum throughout the day. Ten red snapper, one shark and one +/- 6' shark that we let go. Fun day and great memories. Plan to do some larger fish on the next trip.

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Bill Busters Sportfishing Private Offshore Charters
Response from Charter operator

Thomas, we enjoyed meeting all of you and it was an honor for us to be part of remembering a Navy Hero, your father. Your father gave his yesterdays so all of us can have our tomorrows; we are forever grateful for His life-time of service. I know He was there with you as you reeled in those fish! Thank you for your kind words and great pictures! It was a pleasure. Respectfully, Bill Busters Sportfishing, KW,

Rodney Matejowsky
Rodney Matejowsky
us
Texas, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
We caught a 30# Mahi Mahi.
10 Hour Trip on July 21, 20256 adults

So much fun catching a limit of Red Snapper plus the huge Mahi Mahi what a show.

Reported catch:
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Red Snapper
Bill Busters Sportfishing Private Offshore Charters
Response from Charter operator

Awesome mahi! We enjoyed having you fish with us ! Thank you for your review.

Howard Bristow
Howard Bristow
us
Texas, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Fishing Charter with Bill Buster V
8 Hour Trip on June 4, 20256 adults

Did a Charter deep sea fishing trip for 8 hours with Bill Buster V on 6/4/25 to celebrate 2 wedding anniversaries and 2 birthdays! Could not say enough to describe the owners and crew! Answered my emails within minutes and kept me posted on everything! Ron and Kay (Owners) met us at 6AM at the dock, very friendly, knowledgeable and answered all the questions we asked and even took our family picture💕. The boat was very spacious for 6 people(max), clean, cabin had a/c and benches and decorated to celebrate our special days! It was slightly choppy on the way out but Captain Hunter and Mate Andrew did an awesome job! They even gave us an option if we wanted to cut the trip down to 6 hrs, but we knew we were in good hands so,”continue on”!!! And we were glad we did! Captain Hunter knew exactly where to drop our bait, caught our limit on the snappers, lots of barracudas and a King Mackerel, which the fish guy that cleaned our fish said that it’s the biggest King he’s seen in a while! Mate Andrew was always there to help! I (Grandma) had a hard time reeling and he was always there to help me!💕. Funny side note: Went deep sea fishing with a displaced rib and pain, came home ribs better from probably having lots of laughter and reeling and rib popped back in place🤣🤣🤣. Hands down Bill Buster V is the best!

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Bill Busters Sportfishing Private Offshore Charters
Response from Charter operator

Thank you so much for your kind review and Shout-Out to the crew. It was so fun visiting with you and seeing your great pictures! We hope you are enjoying your fish! Hope to see you again! Respectfully, Bill Busters

FAQs about Bill Busters V

Bill Busters V offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,700 per group - 4.5 Hour Trip – Blacktip Shark 2025 (4 hours)
  • US $2,200 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $2,400 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $2,700 per group - 10 Hour Trip (10 hours)
  • US $3,000 per group - 12 Hour Trip (12 hours)
When you book a trip with Bill Busters V, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air conditioning A/c in enclosed salon and v-berth doenstairs.
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well Depending on season and targeted fish
  • Refrigerator
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Bill Busters V include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Crew provides tackle and bait/lures)
  • Live bait (Depending upon season and targeted fish)
  • Lures (Depending upon season and targeted fish)
  • First mate (suggested 20% tip including Captain.)
Bill Busters V offers the following type of fishing:
  • Offshore fishing
Bill Busters V offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Bill Busters V include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Shark (Mako)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your operator

Bill Busters Sportfishing Private Offshore Charters
Bill Busters Sportfishing Private Offshore Charters
Bill Busters Sportfishing Private Offshore Charters

Port Aransas, Texas, United States

1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
77 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since May 2019
Angler's Choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

Bill Busters Sportfishing is passionate about creating memories for its customers. Having grown up around boats and sharing a love of the water, these anglers have been fishing the Gulf of Mexico with their families since they were small children. Bill Busters Sportfishing embraces those early memories of saltwater fishing that are still so vividly etched into its crew's hearts. It is the crew's desire to provide the same experience for you, your family, and your friends and give you an opportunity to create the same type of memories that the crew still holds so dear. This crew belongs to a Maritime Consortium and has federally-permitted boats, and follows the federal pelagic and reef species guidelines.

1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
77 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since May 2019
Angler's Choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

Bill Busters Sportfishing is passionate about creating memories for its customers. Having grown up around boats and sharing a love of the water, these anglers have been fishing the Gulf of Mexico with their families since they were small children. Bill Busters Sportfishing embraces those early memories of saltwater fishing that are still so vividly etched into its crew's hearts. It is the crew's desire to provide the same experience for you, your family, and your friends and give you an opportunity to create the same type of memories that the crew still holds so dear. This crew belongs to a Maritime Consortium and has federally-permitted boats, and follows the federal pelagic and reef species guidelines.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Mako Shark
Mako Shark
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
38 ft
Year built
1985
Boat manufacturer
Bertram Express
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
2 x 460HP
Max cruising speed
22 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Offshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Air conditioning
A/c in enclosed salon and v-berth doenstairs.
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Live bait well
Depending on season and targeted fish
Refrigerator
Ice box
Radar

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Crew provides tackle and bait/lures
Live bait
Depending upon season and targeted fish
Lures
Depending upon season and targeted fish
First mate
suggested 20% tip including Captain.

How cancellations work

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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
ages 5 years and up, with supervision
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Disabled accessible

How you can pay

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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

 Checks

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

What’s biting in Port Aransas right now

AmberjackAmberjack
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Shark (Mako)Shark (Mako)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
WahooWahoo

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