Rod Bending Charters 30’ 

4.7/5 (88 reviews)
 715 North Holiday Drive, Galveston, TX 77550, United States

Rod Bending Charters 30’ 

Galveston, TX, United States
30 ft
6
4.7/5 (88 reviews)

Rod Bending Charters sure do live up to their name – if thrilling rod-bending action is what you are after, you found it! Captain Jason and his crew are the ones to guide you to where the big fish like to play in Galveston, Texas. They have a lot of knowledge about migratory patterns of species in this area and offer everything from inshore to offshore fishing.

You will head out on the 30' Sea Hunt center console boat, which offers a smooth, dry and fast ride to the fishing grounds. It is powered by twin 300 HP Suzuki engines and has GPS, fishfinder, VHF, sonar, and radar. The spacious deck allows plenty of room to fish in comfort, and is perfect for larger groups. There is a porta potty in the center console.

The oversized T-top provides plenty of shade and rain protection.

Rod Bending Charters offer a range of fishing trips, so if you're looking to save yourself a long boat ride, you can target big fish around Galveston Jetty and Ship Channel. Got your eye set on Sharks? No problem, you can spend the whole day tackling these beasts. For those seeking deep-sea action, the captain also offers offshore trips.

Depending on the trip you select, you will target species such as Sharks, Jack Crevalle, Redfish, Trout, and many more. All trips include rods, reels, tackle, bait, fuel, and cleaning of fish. Fishing licenses are not included.

The Rod Bending Charters crew look forward to seeing you on the water, so join them now on your newest fishing expedition!

Rod Bending Charters sure do live up to their name – if thrilling rod-bending action is what you are after, you found it! Captain Jason and his crew are the ones to guide you to where the big fish like to play in Galveston, Texas. They have a lot of knowledge about migratory patterns of species in this area and offer everything from inshore to offshore fishing.

You will head out on the 30' Sea Hunt center console boat, which offers a smooth, dry and fast ride to the fishing grounds. It is powered by twin 300 HP Suzuki engines and has GPS, fishfinder, VHF, sonar, and radar. The spacious deck allows plenty of room to fish in comfort, and is perfect for larger groups. There is a porta potty in the center console.

The oversized T-top provides plenty of shade and rain protection.

Rod Bending Charters offer a range of fishing trips, so if you're looking to save yourself a long boat ride, you can target big fish around Galveston Jetty and Ship Channel. Got your eye set on Sharks? No problem, you can spend the whole day tackling these beasts. For those seeking deep-sea action, the captain also offers offshore trips.

Depending on the trip you select, you will target species such as Sharks, Jack Crevalle, Redfish, Trout, and many more. All trips include rods, reels, tackle, bait, fuel, and cleaning of fish. Fishing licenses are not included.

The Rod Bending Charters crew look forward to seeing you on the water, so join them now on your newest fishing expedition!

Rod Bending Charters
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Rod Bending Charters
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Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip (AM) – Jetty Channel
In high demand Last booked: 5 days ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Jack Crevalle
Black Drum
Redfish
Shark (Hammerhead)
+8
US $583
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip – Jetty Channel
In high demand Last booked: 1 day ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 11:00 AM
Jack Crevalle
Black Drum
Redfish
Shark (Hammerhead)
+6
US $583
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip – Jetty Channel (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Jack Crevalle
Black Drum
Redfish
Shark (Hammerhead)
+6
US $583
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Full Day Trip (AM) – JettyChannel
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Jack Crevalle
Black Drum
Redfish
Shark (Hammerhead)
+6
US $795
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Full Day Trip (PM) – Jetty Channel
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 11:00 AM
Black Drum
Redfish
Shark (Hammerhead)
Shark (Blacktip)
+5
US $795
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Full Day Trip (AM) – Close Offshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 15 - Aug 31
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+6
US $1,378
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip (AM) – Shark Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Sep 15
Jack Crevalle
Tarpon
Black Drum
Redfish
+5
US $1,378
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day – Close Offshore (11AM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 11:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 15 - Aug 31
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Shark (Hammerhead)
+5
US $1,378
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip (PM) – Shark Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 11:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Sep 15
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Shark (Hammerhead)
+3
US $1,378
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

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Rating

4.7
88 reviews
4.6
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.6
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (117)

What anglers say

87%
Great experience
92%
Family friendly
97%
Friendly captain
94%
Good boat
92%
Recommended
83%
Caught fish

All reviews (88)

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Andrew Smith
Andrew Smith
us
Arkansas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Captain put us right on the fish
Half Day Trip – Jetty Channel on March 27, 20262 adults

Me and my best buddy had a hell of a time!! everywhere the captain went we caught fish!! and they were very helpful and a great group of guys to run around with on the ocean and fish!!!

Reported catch:
Blacktip Shark
Sheepshead
Black Drum
Billy Williams
Billy Williams
us
New Mexico, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Really good trip
Full Day Trip (AM) – JettyChannel on July 25, 20265 adults

Rod Bending Charters
Response from Charter operator

glad to hear you enjoyed your trip. hope to fish with you again soon!

Robert Sexton
Robert Sexton
us
Arkansas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Grewt charter just not a ton of fish
Half Day Trip – Jetty Channel on June 24, 20266 adults

captain and crew were amazing just a slow fishing day, did land a shark and a large Jack fish

Rod Bending Charters
Response from Charter operator

I am sorry to hear it was a slow day on the water. Glad to hear your captain and crew were great. We hope to fish with you again soon!

Ean Vasquez
Ean Vasquez
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Best trip for beginners
Half Day Trip (AM) – Jetty Channel on June 12, 20262 adults1 child

We took out 5 year old to go fishing and Jason and Jose were great!

Rod Bending Charters
Response from Charter operator

Glad you enjoyed youre trip. We hope to fish with you again soon!

Jonny Louvier
Jonny Louvier
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Awesome Trip
Half Day Trip (AM) – Jetty Channel on July 3, 20263 adults2 children

We did a 4 hour Jetty trip for Shark.

Rod Bending Charters
Response from Charter operator

glad you had a great trip. we hope to fish with you again!

FAQs about Rod Bending Charters 30’

Rod Bending Charters 30’ offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $583 per group, additional US $80 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip – Jetty Channel (4 hours)
  • US $583 per group, additional US $80 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip – Jetty Channel (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $583 per group, additional US $80 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip (AM) – Jetty Channel (4 hours)
  • US $795 per group, additional US $80 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip (AM) – JettyChannel (6 hours)
  • US $795 per group, additional US $80 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip (PM) – Jetty Channel (6 hours)
  • US $1,378 per group - Full Day – Close Offshore (11AM) (6 hours)
  • US $1,378 per group - Full Day Trip (AM) – Close Offshore (6 hours)
  • US $1,378 per group - Full Day Trip (AM) – Shark Fishing (6 hours)
  • US $1,378 per group - Full Day Trip (PM) – Shark Fishing (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Rod Bending Charters 30’, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet porta potty
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Radio
  • Sonar
  • Radar
Trips booked with Rod Bending Charters 30’ include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (We do provide some live bait but you're welcome to purchase more the morning of the trip if you would like. Just discuss this with your captain prior to leaving the dock.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Your captain will clean and bag your catch for you once you get back to dock! )
  • First mate (There is possibility of a mate on this boat with customary 20% gratuity appreciated. )
Rod Bending Charters 30’ offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Rod Bending Charters 30’ offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
Top targeted fish species with Rod Bending Charters 30’ include:
  • Black Drum
  • Brown Trout
  • Flounder
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bonnethead)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Shark (Hammerhead)
  • Sheepshead
  • Speckled Trout

Your operator

Rod Bending Charters
Rod Bending Charters
Rod Bending Charters

Galveston, Texas, United States

1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
480 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2016
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 Jason Woods started fishing the Gulf as a kid, and turned his passion into a job that he loves. He's now been in this business for 20 years with over 30 years experience fishing Galveston waters, and takes great pride in providing once-in-a-lifetime fishing experiences for all of his customers. He and his team really enjoy teaching young anglers and watching kids have a great time catching fish.

1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
480 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2016
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 Jason Woods started fishing the Gulf as a kid, and turned his passion into a job that he loves. He's now been in this business for 20 years with over 30 years experience fishing Galveston waters, and takes great pride in providing once-in-a-lifetime fishing experiences for all of his customers. He and his team really enjoy teaching young anglers and watching kids have a great time catching fish.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Flounder
Flounder
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Bull Shark
Bull Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Black Drum
Black Drum
Brown Trout
Brown Trout
Flounder
Flounder
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)

Real catches by this captain

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What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
30 ft
Year built
2015
Boat manufacturer
Sea Hunt
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
2 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
porta potty
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Radio
Sonar
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
We do provide some live bait but you're welcome to purchase more the morning of the trip if you would like. Just discuss this with your captain prior to leaving the dock.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Your captain will clean and bag your catch for you once you get back to dock!
First mate
There is possibility of a mate on this boat with customary 20% gratuity appreciated.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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
Very child friendly.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Disabled accessible
No ramp (must be able to transfer)

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.

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

 Bank transfer

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Galveston right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
FlounderFlounder
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
Shark (Blacktip)Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Hammerhead)Shark (Hammerhead)
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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