Galveston Island Fishing Charter 

4.2/5 (8 reviews)
 
State licensed
 715 North Holiday Drive, Galveston, TX 77550, United States–
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Galveston Island Fishing Charter runs angling trips out of Galveston and offers to show you what the local fishery is all about.

Capt. Kip aims to tailor every trip to your specific needs, so let him know what you're after! Depending on the trip and species, you'll be using techniques like bottom fishing, trolling, and drift fishing. You're looking at trips where you'll usually go after the likes of Flounder, King Mackerel, Snapper, Cobia, Dolphin, and Amberjack, depending on the weather and time of year..

Your fishing adventure starts on a 25' Grady-White, when available you will be upgraded to a 38 ft Bertram at no extra charge. boats that can safely handle your anglers. This boat features a toilet, an AC, a TV, and a refrigerator. When it comes to rods, reels, and terminal tackle, everything you need is included in the price. Please make sure to buy a valid fishing license ahead of time.

There will be a first mate on board to help you with anything you need. Tips for good service are always appreciated. Up for a family trip? This is a children-friendly business, so bring your loved ones to share these memories with. You can keep anything you catch as long as it's legal to do so.

Book your trip now and hit the water with Galveston Island Fishing Charter.

Galveston Island Fishing Charter

Charter Operator

Galveston Island Fishing Charter

43 years of experience
 ID & credentials verified

Most popular features:

 Live Bait
 Pickup Included
 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Toilet
 Child Friendly
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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6 Hour Morning Bay/Jetty 6 Man
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
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US $750 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Afternoon Bay & Jetty 6 MAN
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip Jan 1 - Dec 31
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US $750 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip – Bay & Jetty (6 MAN)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,240 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour Trip – Bay & Jetty (6 MAN)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,550 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour near shore – Offshore 6 MAN
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $2,995 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
12 Hour Trip – Near Offshore 6 MAN
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
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US $3,295 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
12 Hours 85 miles Deep Blue 6 MAN
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
12 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $3,995 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
15 Hour Trip – Deep Blue (6 MAX)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
15 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
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US $4,495 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.2/5
out of 5 stars from 8 reviews
Boat
4.4/5
Crew
4.3/5
Experience
4.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (14)

5 hour trip with captain jacob
Mediocre at best
Mediocre at best
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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

75%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews
Kristi W.
Kristi W.

Shiprock, NM

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

5 hour bay jetty trip

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6 Hour Morning Bay/Jetty 6 Man on June 21, 2023

We were a family of 5, comfortable accommodations. Ryan and Jacob were first mates and made the trip wonderful, very personable and fun. Although we didn't get any fish to keep those 2 young men worked hard to try to get us a snapper. My only recommendation would be to have some alternative bait options if it isn't working but as a fisherwoman I understand some days it's just not your day πŸ™ƒ and personally my fault, 2 of us got motion sick pretty bad so I'd prepare for that ahead of time. I'm kicking myself for not taking some medication before hand. But thank you for the trip and thanks again for first mate's, you guys really made the trip!

We were a family of 5, comfortable accommodations. Ryan and Jacob were first mates and made the trip wonderful, very personable and fun. Although we didn't get any fish to keep those 2 young men worked hard to try to get us a snapper. My only recommendation would be to have some alternative bait options if it isn't working but as a fisherwoman I understand some days it's just not your day πŸ™ƒ and personally my fault, 2 of us got motion sick pretty bad so I'd prepare for that ahead of time. I'm...  

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 Kristi W. recommends Galveston Island Fishing Charter
1 person finds this review helpful
Galveston Island Fishing Charter
Galveston Island Fishing Charter (The Charter Operator)
Replied on July 5, 2023
Thanls

Cassie H.
Cassie H.

Houston, Texas

4.7/5

Experience:

4.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

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Memories to last a lifetime!

6 Hour Morning Bay/Jetty 6 Man on April 27, 2023

We took our older grandkids (13, 15, and 18) out for a day on the water and to do some fishing. The old saying beginners' luck sure held out. The youngest who had never been on the water before Casey hauled in several nice redfish, beating her brothers out both in number and size. Captain Jim and his deckhand Jacob made the day so special. The kids each took a turn driving the boat on the way back to the dock. We have already booked a longer trip for summer vacation. See you guys in June.

We took our older grandkids (13, 15, and 18) out for a day on the water and to do some fishing. The old saying beginners' luck sure held out. The youngest who had never been on the water before Casey hauled in several nice redfish, beating her brothers out both in number and size. Captain Jim and his deckhand Jacob made the day so special. The kids each took a turn driving the boat on the way back to the dock. We have already booked a longer trip for summer vacation. See you guys in June.  

 Cassie H. recommends Galveston Island Fishing Charter
1 person finds this review helpful
Galveston Island Fishing Charter
Galveston Island Fishing Charter (The Charter Operator)
Replied on May 16, 2023
Thanks so much

Jacob W.
Jacob W.

Houston, TX

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

5 hour trip with captain jacob

6 Hour Morning Bay/Jetty 6 Man on December 4, 2023

Me and my family went out with the captain and his deckhand and they did their job by getting us some big red fish and some big sharks but to top it all the boat was nice and clean it also had a nice bathroom for my family to use and a bed area for my kids to sleep when they got tired

Me and my family went out with the captain and his deckhand and they did their job by getting us some big red fish and some big sharks but to top it all the boat was nice and clean it also had a nice bathroom for my family to use and a bed area for my kids to sleep when they got tired  

 Jacob W. recommends Galveston Island Fishing Charter
Galveston Island Fishing Charter
Galveston Island Fishing Charter (The Charter Operator)
Replied on December 4, 2023
We are so pleased that you had a great time on our boat and a great day of fishing we do look forward to seeing you in the future please have a safe holiday thanks so much Jacob
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Bob M.
Bob M.

Houston, Texas

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Nice boat and good fishing

12 Hour Trip – Near Offshore 6 MAN on April 19, 2023

Wife got a nice state snapper that made her happy, so over all it was a very good trip.

Wife got a nice state snapper that made her happy, so over all it was a very good trip.  

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Galveston Island Fishing Charter (The Charter Operator)
Replied on May 16, 2023
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Galveston Deep Sea Fishing Charters
Galveston Deep Sea Fishing Charters

Houston, Texas

5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Jetty Fishing

6 Hour Afternoon Bay & Jetty 6 MAN on September 9, 2023

Every time we go out on Integrity we catch fish for everyone.

Every time we go out on Integrity we catch fish for everyone.  

 Galveston Deep Sea Fishing Charters recommends Galveston Island Fishing Charter
Galveston Island Fishing Charter
Galveston Island Fishing Charter (The Charter Operator)
Replied on November 28, 2023
Our captains and deckhands do their very best to satisfy you. Their main concern is your safety and showing you a great time whether it's fishing or just going out looking at dolphin. Thank you so much for the kind words.

FAQs about Galveston Island Fishing Charter

What are the trip rates for Galveston Island Fishing Charter?

Galveston Island Fishing Charter offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $750 per group - 6 Hour Afternoon Bay & Jetty 6 MAN (5 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 6 Hour Morning Bay/Jetty 6 Man (6 hours)
  • US $1,240 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Bay & Jetty (6 MAN) (8 hours)
  • US $1,550 per group - 10 Hour Trip – Bay & Jetty (6 MAN) (10 hours)
  • US $2,995 per group - 10 Hour near shore – Offshore 6 MAN (10 hours)
  • US $3,295 per group - 12 Hour Trip – Near Offshore 6 MAN (12 hours)
  • US $3,995 per group - 12 Hours 85 miles Deep Blue 6 MAN (12 hours)
  • US $4,495 per group - 15 Hour Trip – Deep Blue (6 MAX) (15 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Galveston Island Fishing Charter?

When you book a trip with Galveston Island Fishing Charter, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia System
  • Outriggers
  • Spearfishing Equipment
  • Ice Box
  • Radar
What's included in the trip price with Galveston Island Fishing Charter?

Trips booked with Galveston Island Fishing Charter include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First Mate
What types of fishing does Galveston Island Fishing Charter offer?

Galveston Island Fishing Charter offers the following types of fishing:

  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
What fishing techniques does Galveston Island Fishing Charter offer?

Galveston Island Fishing Charter offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Galveston Island Fishing Charter?

Top targeted fish species with Galveston Island Fishing Charter include:

  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Flounder
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Redfish
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your operator

Galveston Island Fishing Charter

Galveston, Texas, United States

ID & license verified
8 Customer reviews
Response time 16 hours
Member since October 2022

Words from the owner: "My dad took me fishing when I was just a kid, and like my first fish, I was hooked. I opened my first charter company when I was 22 and have never looked back".

Our Team
Jacob W.

Jacob W.

Captain

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Flounder
Flounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Redfish
Redfish
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
1988
Restored in
2023
Boat manufacturer
Grady-White
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Johnson
Powered by
2 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
25 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing

Nearshore Fishing

Offshore Fishing

Reef Fishing

Wreck Fishing

Flats 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

GPS

Fishfinder

Bed

Flybridge

Live Bait Well

Kitchen

Refrigerator

Multimedia System

Outriggers

Spearfishing Equipment

Ice Box

Radar

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Live Bait

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

First Mate

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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup included in price

Transfer from hotels or jetties in Galveston to departure site is available and included in trip rates.

Child Friendly

You Keep Catch

How you can pay

Book with 30% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 30% 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 2.5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Galveston right now

AmberjackAmberjack
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
FlounderFlounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
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