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"!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4.5 Hour Trip – Blacktip Shark 2023
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 15 - May 15
    US $1,650
    This special trip offers targeting Black Tip Shark for 4 1/2 hours. It is a seasonal private fishing charter available April 15 - May 15 in 2023, for up to 6 anglers, priced at $1400.00 for your group. Note: A possible fuel surcharge may be added when marine fuel prices rise. Please, ask before booking your trip.
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Jul 31
    US $2,650
    6 Hour Private Charter- Spend a day in the Gulf of Mexico and have an offshore fishing adventure! Within the six hours you'll have an opportunity to target possible King Mackerel, legal sharks, Ling; and Mahi-Mahi, depending upon the season and sea/weather conditions The tackle and bait will be provided. NOTE: Possible fuel surcharge may be added when marine fuel prices rise. Please inquire.
  • Private trip
    6 hr. Trip (AM) Federal Red Snapper
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 24
    US $2,650
    A 6-hour federal Red Snapper private charter with departure at 6:00 a.m. awaiting NOAA's 2024 Federal Red Snapper Season dates, typically beginning June 1st. Always exciting times reeling in those beautiful fish, not to mention the delicious meals they provide! Hop aboard with us for a morning or afternoon trip to fish for Red Snapper! Note: a possible fuel surcharge may be added when marine fuel prices rise. Please inquire.
  • Private trip
    6 hr. Trip (PM) Federal Red Snapper
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 24
    US $2,650
    A 6-hour federal Red Snapper private charter with departure at 6:00 a.m. awaiting NOAA's 2024 Federal Red Snapper Season dates, typically beginning June 1st. Always exciting times reeling in those beautiful fish, not to mention the delicious meals they provide! Hop aboard with us for a morning or afternoon trip to fish for Red Snapper! Note: a possible fuel surcharge may be added when marine fuel prices rise. Please inquire..
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Sep 1
    US $2,850
    8 Hour Private Charter- Spend a day in the Gulf of Mexico and have an offshore fishing adventure! Within the eight hours you'll have an opportunity to target possible Red Snapper, King Mackerel, Tuna, Amberjack, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo and Ling; depending upon the season and sea/weather conditions The tackle and bait will be provided. NOTE: Possible fuel surcharge may be added when marine fuel prices rise. Please inquire.
  • Private trip
    10 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Nov 15
    US $3,150
    A 10-hour private charter. Spend a full day in the Gulf and have an offshore fishing adventure! Within the ten hours, you will be able to access deeper water in more productive grounds, so you'll have an opportunity to target possible Red Snapper, King Mackerel, Tuna, Amberjack, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and Ling. Depending upon the season and sea/weather conditions Tackle and bait will be provided. Note: a possible fuel surcharge may be added when marine fuel prices rise. Please inquire.
  • Private trip
    12 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Nov 15
    US $3,450
    A 12-hour private charter. Get out on the water early in the morning and spend 12 hours fishing in deeper productive grounds of the blue water Gulf of Mexico! You'll have an opportunity to target different species depending upon the season and sea/weather condition, including Amberjack, Snapper, Wahoo, Mackerel, Tuna, Shark, Mahi, and Cobia! The crew will provide all fishing tackle/bait. Note: a possible fuel surcharge may be added when marine fuel prices rise. Please inquire.
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FAQs about Bill Busters V

Bill Busters V offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,650 per group - 4.5 Hour Trip – Blacktip Shark 2023 (4 hours)
  • US $2,650 per group - 6 Hour Trip (6 hours)
  • US $2,650 per group - 6 hr. Trip (AM) Federal Red Snapper (6 hours)
  • US $2,650 per group - 6 hr. Trip (PM) Federal Red Snapper (6 hours)
  • US $2,850 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $3,150 per group - 10 Hour Trip (10 hours)
  • US $3,450 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
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Flybridge
  • Snorkeling Equipment
  • 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

Meet the Charter Operator

Bill Busters Sportfishing Private Offshore Charters
Port Aransas, Texas, United States
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
54 Customer reviews
Response time 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.

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle Jack Crevalle

Boat specs

Bertram Express (Sportfishing) originally built in 1985. Powered by 2 460HP Cummins engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 22 knots.

Length
38 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Offshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

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

Amenities

Toilet
Air Conditioning
GPS
Fishfinder
Flybridge
Snorkeling Equipment

Trip includes

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.

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
ages 5 years and up, with supervision
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Disabled Accessible

Payment

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.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.7 / 5
out of 5 stars from 23 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (17)
10 hour fishing trip July 20, 2023
10 hour trip on July 21
Half Day Trip (Red Snapper)
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
94%
Satisfied with the boat
94%
Caught fish
89%
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Logan M.
Manchaca, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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8 hours trip with Captain Hunter

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip on June 23, 2023
We scheduled a fishing charter with Bill Busters and I highly recommend booking through them.  The whole process with booking...
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Patrick B.
College Station, TX
Excellent
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Off Shore with CPT Chad and CPT Tim

VERIFIED   8 Hour Trip on April 14, 2023
Had a great time with Captains Chad and Tim.  We will definitely be booking another off-shore trip with this crew from Bill...
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Katlyn P.
Floresville, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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July fishing trip

VERIFIED   6 hr. Trip (PM) Federal Red Snapper on July 28, 2023
Great day to fish. Had alot of first time fishing and the kids did great. They were very helpful and gave alot of tips
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Patricia F.
Houston, Texas
Excellent
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Half Day Trip (Red Snapper)

VERIFIED   6 hr. Trip (AM) Federal Red Snapper on July 8, 2023
Had a great trip! Booking was very easy. Captain and deckhand were very friendly and kept us busy catching fish.
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Robert T.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
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Fishing with Bill

VERIFIED   NEW  10 Hour Trip on March 4, 2024
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