Texas Deep Sea Fishing Charters

NO FUEL CHARGE & FISH CLEANING INCLUDED. Our 31 Ft Contender is a fast, stable fishing boat & the deep v provides a smooth ride.   

Taking a trip with Texas Deep Sea Fishing is your best choice for deep-sea fishing in Texas. Our captains sail with over 50 years of combined deep sea fishing experience in Freeport/Galveston waters. They have thousands of days on the Gulf of Mexico in pursuit of Red Snapper, Wahoo, Ling, Mahi Mahi, Grouper, Amberjack, Tuna, Shark, King Mackerel, & many other saltwater fish. Full limits are our specialty!

Over the years, Captains Derwyn & Marshall Booker have had the pleasure of running dozens of offshore fishing boats, always looking for the boat that provide the safest, most comfortable,stable ride for local sea conditions. In their opinion,the best of the best is the Contender which provides the absolute softest, stable ride. With its huge bow and aft cockpit, it provides plenty of fishing room and seating for 6 passengers.

The crew’s first and primary goal has always been to provide their customers with a safe, pleasurable, and productive day on the water. Season after season, they’ve made this goal a reality. Your captain will assist with equipment, techniques, and photos while at sea as well as processing your catch at the end of the trip.

Texas Deep Sea Fishing operates from a covered dock in an private marina which features secure, paved parking, & bathhouses with showers. There are no extra charges for the fuel.

Your Texas Deep Sea Fishing Charter is a special day. From the time you make your reservation until you bid farewell and drive away with a cooler full of fillets, your captain will keep you informed & assist with licenses, lodging and other information about your trip and our area.

Thanks for choosing Texas Deep Sea Fishing Charters.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    5 Hour – Halfday (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 15 - May 24 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun)
    US $550
    NO FUEL CHARGE & FISH CLEANING INCLUDED.. The 5-hour trip is your best bet for some big fish action on a limited budget and schedule. This trip covers 40 sq miles of nearshore waters & produces large Red Drum (Bull Red) (licenses should have a Red Drum tag), small Sharks, Gaftop Catfish, Gulf Trout, & sometimes Red Snapper. NO SHARKS ALLOWED ON BOARD. Once the best fishing grounds are located, the captain will attract fish and begin a feeding frenzy with a chum line from an anchored or drift position.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Catfish
    Catfish
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
  • Private trip
    5 Hour – Halfday (PM)
    In demand! Last booked: 5 days ago
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Sep 15 - May 24 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun)
    US $550
    NO FUEL CHARGE & FISH CLEANING INCLUDED. The 5-hour trip is your best bet for some big fish action on a limited budget and schedule. This trip covers 40 sq miles of nearshore waters & produces large Red Drum (Bull Red) (licenses should have a Red Drum tag), small Sharks, Gaftop Catfish, Gulf Trout, & sometimes Red Snapper. NO SHARKS ALLOWED ON BOARD. Once the best fishing grounds are located, the captain will attract fish and begin a feeding frenzy with a chum line from an anchored or drift position.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Catfish
    Catfish
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
  • Private trip
    4 - 5 Hour Trip – Shark (PM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - May 24 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun)
    US $650
    No fuel charge, fish cleaning included. A 4-hour Shark hunt out to 9 miles. Huge Blacktip Shark 30 to 80 lbs is common but 300+ lbs Shark is not unusual. Unlike other fish, Shark produces limited offspring, so the captain suggests catch and release. However, the Texas bag limit is generally 1 per person. If you crave Shark steak, the captain can fillet and bag it for you. This trip frequently produces other fish such as Bull Red (large Red Drum) so make sure your licenses include the Red Drum tag.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Shark (Hammerhead)
    Hammerhead Shark
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
    Mackerel (Atlantic)
    Atlantic Mackerel
  • Private trip
    4 - 5 Hr Shark Trip (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - May 24 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun)
    US $650
    No fuel charge, fish cleaning included. A 4 - 5 hr shark hunt out to 9 miles. Huge Blacktip Shark 30 to 80 lbs are common but a 300+ lbs Shark is not unusual. Unlike other fishes, Shark produce limited offspring, the captain suggests catch and release. However, the Texas bag limit is generally 1 per person. If you crave Shark steak, the captain can fillet and bag it for you. This trip frequently produces other fish such as Bull Red (large Red Drum) so make sure your licenses include the Red Drum tag.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Jack Crevalle
    Jack Crevalle
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Shark (Hammerhead)
    Hammerhead Shark
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Catfish
    Catfish
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
  • Private trip
    6 Hour – Texas Waters
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Oct 15 - May 15
    US $650
    NO FUEL CHARGE, FISH CLEANING INCLUDED. Out to 20 mi. This trip works over 400 square miles of Texas water & sometimes federal waters, when permitted, to provide incredible fishing for Red Snapper, Shark (warm months), King Mackerel, Redfish, Cobia, Catfish, Mahi Mahi, & Tripletail. NO SHARKS ALLOWED ON BOARD. The cooler months can produce the best Red Snapper fishing ever. This trip frequently produces numerous Bull Red (large Red Drum), so make sure your licenses include the Red Drum tag &/or bonus tag
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Catfish
    Catfish
  • Private trip
    8 Hr - Texas Waters Trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Oct 15 - May 31
    US $800
    NO FUEL CHARGE & FISH CLEANING INCLUDED. Out to 30 mi range. This trip works Texas water & sometimes federal waters, when permitted, to provide incredible fishing for Red Snapper, Shark (warm months), King Mackerel, Redfish, Cobia, Catfish, Mahi Mahi, and Tripletail. NO SHARKS ALLOWED ON BOARD. The cooler months can produce the best Red Snapper fishing ever. This trip frequently produces numerous Bull Red (large Red Drum), so make sure your licenses include the Red Drum tag as well as bonus tag.
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Jigging
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Catfish
    Catfish
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
  • Private trip
    Offshore Snapper Trip (AM) 5-6 Hrs
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jul 8 - Aug 23 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
    US $950
    NO FUEL CHARGE - FISH CLEANING INCLUDED Depart 1pm return 6:30-7pm - Primary target Red Snapper but sometimes includes Cobia, Shark, King Mackerel, Red Drum, Tripletail, and Mahi Mahi. Fishing wrecks, reefs, rips, and weed lines. Fishing at anchor, trolling, drifting, chumming, working shrimp boats. Boat Federally permitted for this trip & Fed regs apply. This trip sometimes produces bullreds in TX waters so make sure your licenses includes the red drum tag. The 31Ft boat is fast for more fishing.
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    Offshore Snapper Trip (PM) 5-6 Hrs
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Jul 8 - Aug 23 (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri)
    US $950
    NO FUEL CHARGE - FISH CLEANING INCLUDED Depart 1pm return 6:30-7pm - Primary target Red Snapper but sometimes includes Cobia, Shark, King Mackerel, Red Drum, Tripletail, and Mahi Mahi. Fishing wrecks, reefs, rips, and weed lines. Fishing at anchor, trolling, drifting, chumming, working shrimp boats. Boat Federally permitted for this trip & Fed regs apply. This trip sometimes produces bullreds in TX waters so make sure your licenses includes the red drum tag. The 31Ft boat is fast for more fishing.
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Jigging
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip – Deep Sea Fishing
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,200
    NO FUEL CHARGE & FISH CLEANING INCLUDED. Our 8-hour trip targets Red Snapper, reef fish, King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, Cobia, Sharks, and more, depending on seasonal availability. Compared to our 5/6 Hr red snapper trip, the Fullday trip provides additional fishing time to chase other fishes. Structures fished include rocks, wrecks, shrimp boats, weedlines, and more. We anchor, drift, troll, jig, and use a combination of live and dead bait depending on species targeted.
    Types of fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Jigging
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Wahoo
    Wahoo
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Tripletail
    Tripletail
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
  • Private trip
    Blue Water Trip - 10 HR
    In demand! Last booked: 1 day ago
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Oct 30
    US $1,400
    NO FUEL CHARGE & FISH CLEANING INCLUDED. Blue water fishing trip is our most popular trip. Trip targets same fish as our 8 hr trip, but the extra time allows us to venture farther from shore and target deep water species like vermilion snapper & possibly grouper. Add'l time allows better opportunity fishing weedlines, shrimp boats, anchored ships or buoys. This trip provides a better opportunity to fill limits, catch additional species and upgrade to larger fish. 31Ft boat speed means lots of fishing..
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Barracuda (Pacific)
    Pacific Barracuda
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Tripletail
    Tripletail
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
    Snapper (Vermilion)
    Vermilion Snapper
    Snapper (Lane)
    Lane Snapper
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FAQs about Texas Deep Sea Fishing Charters

Texas Deep Sea Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group, additional US $60 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour – Halfday (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $60 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour – Halfday (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 - 5 Hour Trip – Shark (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 - 5 Hr Shark Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $85 per person after 2 guests - 6 Hour – Texas Waters (6 hours)
  • US $800 per group, additional US $100 per person after 2 guests - 8 Hr - Texas Waters Trip (8 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $125 per person after 2 guests - Offshore Snapper Trip (AM) 5-6 Hrs (6 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $125 per person after 2 guests - Offshore Snapper Trip (PM) 5-6 Hrs (5 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group, additional US $150 per person after 2 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Deep Sea Fishing (8 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group, additional US $175 per person after 2 guests - Blue Water Trip - 10 HR (10 hours)

When you book a trip with Texas Deep Sea Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Enclosed, private toilet
  • GPS Garmin GPS & Fish Finder/Sonar
  • Fishfinder Garmin
  • Live Bait Well Huge livewell for bait and culling catch
  • Multimedia System Bluetooth music
  • Radar Garmin Radar for improved navigation

Trips booked with Texas Deep Sea Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Light, heavy and terminal tackle)
  • Live Bait (Frequently catch live bait for improved fishing)
  • Lures (Jigs and trolling baits)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Legal limits filleted and bagged - no add'l cost)
  • First Mate (Seasonal: usually Apr - Oct. 10-20% tip customary)

Texas Deep Sea Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing (At customers request when weather cancels offshore)
  • Nearshore Fishing (For those on a limited budget and schedule)
  • Offshore Fishing (Multiple trips to deep, blue offshore adventure)
  • Reef Fishing (Rocks and under water structures)
  • Wreck Fishing (Ship wrecks in 50 to 500 ft of water)

Texas Deep Sea Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle (Spinning or bait cast tackle)
  • Heavy Tackle (Conventional reels and boat rods)
  • Bottom Fishing (Targeting fish on bottom or suspended)
  • Trolling (Diving and skirted baits pulled behing the bo)
  • Jigging (Working jigs for bottom or suspender fish)
  • Fly Fishing (Upon request - all Captains are flyfish capable)
  • Drift Fishing (Usually includes chumming for feeding frenzy)
  • Deep Sea Fishing (Various methods in 30 to 1500 ft water)

Top targeted fish species with Texas Deep Sea Fishing Charters include:
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bonnethead)
  • Shark (Hammerhead)
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Tarpon
  • Tripletail
  • Wahoo

Meet the Charter Operator

Texas Deep Sea Fishing Charters
Freeport, Texas, United States
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93 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since February 2021
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.
Captain Derwyn Booker and his son, Marshall Booker, have over 50 years of experience fishing the waters offshore of Freeport, TX between them. Both Derwyn and Marshall are avid fishermen, surfers, and outdoorsmen. They have the knowledge, skills, and attitude to make your day on the water productive, safe, and memorable.
Our Team
Marshall B.
Captain
Derwyn B.
Captain
Capt Jeb B.
Captain

About this listing

Targeted species

Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish) King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish Redfish
Shark (Blacktip) Blacktip Shark

Boat specs

Contender (Center console) originally built in 2003, and restored in 2018. Powered by 2 225HP Yamaha engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 40 knots.

Length
31 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
At customers request when weather cancels offshore
Nearshore Fishing
For those on a limited budget and schedule
Offshore Fishing
Multiple trips to deep, blue offshore adventure
Reef Fishing
Rocks and under water structures
Wreck Fishing
Ship wrecks in 50 to 500 ft of water

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Spinning or bait cast tackle
Heavy Tackle
Conventional reels and boat rods
Bottom Fishing
Targeting fish on bottom or suspended
Trolling
Diving and skirted baits pulled behing the bo
Jigging
Working jigs for bottom or suspender fish
Fly Fishing
Upon request - all Captains are flyfish capable
Drift Fishing
Usually includes chumming for feeding frenzy
Deep Sea Fishing
Various methods in 30 to 1500 ft water

Amenities

Toilet
Enclosed, private toilet
GPS
Garmin GPS & Fish Finder/Sonar
Fishfinder
Garmin
Live Bait Well
Huge livewell for bait and culling catch
Multimedia System
Bluetooth music
Radar
Garmin Radar for improved navigation

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Light, heavy and terminal tackle
Live Bait
Frequently catch live bait for improved fishing
Lures
Jigs and trolling baits
Catch cleaning & filleting
Legal limits filleted and bagged - no add'l cost
First Mate
Seasonal: usually Apr - Oct. 10-20% tip customary

Cancellation policy

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

Listing policies

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
Families and children are always welcome
You Keep Catch
Legal limit filleted and bag no add'l cost
Catch and Release Allowed
The customer always has the option to release

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
PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 63 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (97)
Fishing with Derwyn
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
96%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
90%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
91%
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Jourdan V. G.
Houston, Texas
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10-hr trip with Captain Marshall

VERIFIED   Blue Water Trip - 10 HR on May 30, 2023
This was our first time in Galveston for a family trip. We decided two days before our trip to book an offshore trip. The communication...
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Tyler K.
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Great captain, and put us on fish in non optimal conditions

VERIFIED   6 Hour – Texas Waters on February 26, 2024
Captain Marshall was excellent, very knowledgeable and personable.  Weather wasn’t the best and we had a member in our group...
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ThuThien H.
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Fishing with Derwyn

VERIFIED   5 Hour – Halfday (AM) on March 13, 2024
The first time I went out on a private charter boat for saltwater fishing with 5 of us. The weather was OK. The captain was...
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SpringBreak Trio

VERIFIED   5 Hour – Halfday (AM) on March 11, 2024
We went out with Cpt Jeb during Spring Break. He was great with my sons ages 13 and 9. Overall we caught bull redfish, red...
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Dennis C.
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Awesome fishing experience

VERIFIED   5 Hour – Halfday (AM) on December 26, 2023
I would have to say for this time of year Capt Jeb did an amazing job on putting us on the fish. I’m already looking into...
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