
Reel Smooth Guide Service is located in Galveston, Texas, and offers bay fishing trips throughout the entire Galveston Bay complex. Owned and operated by Capt. Michael Meza, the charter service provides fun family friendly and corporate Texas fishing trips.
Capt. Michael fishes aboard a 25’ Majek Extreme center console boat that accommodates up to 5 guests. The boat is equipped with top of the line electronics, two huge livewells, an oxygen system for bait, a power pole, and a jack plate. The boat gives a very comfortable ride, and has plenty of space, with bucket seats and dry storage on board for all to use.
During your trip, you can try out wade fishing, drift fishing or anchored fishing throughout the inshore Galveston Bay. You can either use live bait or artificial lures to target Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, Sheepshead, Black Drum and more, or you can travel further out to experience some exciting Shark action. Please note, live bait comes at an extra cost.
You will be supplied with high-quality tackle, with Shimano reels and Redtail rods making up a large part of the gear used. Whether you want to practice spin casting or bait casting, Capt. Michael will be able to provide what you need.
Thanks to Capt. Michael’s extensive experience fishing the Galveston Bay complex, you and your friends or family will have an enjoyable and exciting trip with Reel Smooth Guide Service. The captain works hard on every single trip to make sure everyone on board has the adventure to remember.
Whatever sort of trip you’re looking for, Capt. Michael will cater for your fishing needs!
Rating summary
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+200Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Appropriate for children
96%
Friendly captain
99%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Caught fish
97%
Jun 24, 2025
3/4 Day Trip
Captain Mike took a couple of South Louisiana boys (my 14 yr old son and I) out for a half day trip on Galveston Bay. Learned a new technique (dredge fishing), specs were large and plentiful, and my son caught a new PB 24 incher. Captain Mike was great to deal with. Communication was easy, and appreciated his openness about what species were biting at this time of year. Boat was in great condition with plenty of room. Would definitely recommend him as a guide!
Captain Mike took a couple of South Louisiana boys (my 14 yr old son and I) out for a half day trip on Galveston Bay. Learned...

Jul 14, 2025
4.5 Hour Trip – Special
With over 24 years of experience, Captain Mike knows where to find the fish, even when the bite is slow. He’s good with new anglers, taking time to explain and demonstrate technique.
With over 24 years of experience, Captain Mike knows where to find the fish, even when the bite is slow. He’s good with new anglers,...
Jul 13, 2025
4.5 Hour Trip – Special
Great day with Michael. We caught trout, redfish, flounder on live bait in West Bay. Windy day but Michael put us on the fish. He knows his stuff
Great day with Michael. We caught trout, redfish, flounder on live bait in West Bay. Windy day but Michael put us on the fish....
Mar 30, 2025
4.5 Hour Trip – Special
Flew in last minute.and Mike had a open spot..he carried us out on a 5 hour trip and we enjoyed every minute of it..caught my personal best trout and had plenty to eat..would definitely go again..his boat is amazing a very nice rig to fish from ...you can't go wrong with this one
Flew in last minute.and Mike had a open spot..he carried us out on a 5 hour trip and we enjoyed every minute of it..caught my...

Dec 23, 2024
WINTER SPECIAL 2024
Captain Mike was very open and honest about challenging wind conditions.We chose to still go out and he put us on several speckled trout. Cleaned and packed them up for us making for a delicious lunch. I will be booking again with Mime and recommend him highly.
Captain Mike was very open and honest about challenging wind conditions.We chose to still go out and he put us on several speckled...
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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (203)


+200Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Appropriate for children
96%
Friendly captain
99%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Caught fish
97%

Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
3/4 Day Trip on June 24, 2025
Captain Mike took a couple of South Louisiana boys (my 14 yr old son and I) out for a half day trip on Galveston Bay. Learned a new technique (dredge fishing), specs were large and plentiful, and my son caught a new PB 24 incher. Captain Mike was great to deal with. Communication was easy, and appreciated his openness about what species were biting at this time of year. Boat was in great condition with plenty of room. Would definitely recommend him as a guide!
Captain Mike took a couple of South Louisiana boys (my 14 yr old son and I) out for a half day trip on Galveston Bay. Learned a new technique (dredge fishing), specs were large and plentiful, and my son caught a new PB 24 incher. Captain Mike was great to deal with. Communication was easy, and appreciated his openness about what species were biting at this time of year. Boat was in great condition with plenty of room. Would definitely recommend him as a guide!

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Boat
Crew
Overall
4.5 Hour Trip – Special on July 14, 2025
With over 24 years of experience, Captain Mike knows where to find the fish, even when the bite is slow. He’s good with new anglers, taking time to explain and demonstrate technique.
With over 24 years of experience, Captain Mike knows where to find the fish, even when the bite is slow. He’s good with new anglers, taking time to explain and demonstrate technique.

Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
4.5 Hour Trip – Special on July 13, 2025
Great day with Michael. We caught trout, redfish, flounder on live bait in West Bay. Windy day but Michael put us on the fish. He knows his stuff
Great day with Michael. We caught trout, redfish, flounder on live bait in West Bay. Windy day but Michael put us on the fish. He knows his stuff

Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
4.5 Hour Trip – Special on March 30, 2025
Flew in last minute.and Mike had a open spot..he carried us out on a 5 hour trip and we enjoyed every minute of it..caught my personal best trout and had plenty to eat..would definitely go again..his boat is amazing a very nice rig to fish from ...you can't go wrong with this one
Flew in last minute.and Mike had a open spot..he carried us out on a 5 hour trip and we enjoyed every minute of it..caught my personal best trout and had plenty to eat..would definitely go again..his boat is amazing a very nice rig to fish from ...you can't go wrong with this one

Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
WINTER SPECIAL 2024 on December 23, 2024
Captain Mike was very open and honest about challenging wind conditions.We chose to still go out and he put us on several speckled trout. Cleaned and packed them up for us making for a delicious lunch. I will be booking again with Mime and recommend him highly.
Captain Mike was very open and honest about challenging wind conditions.We chose to still go out and he put us on several speckled trout. Cleaned and packed them up for us making for a delicious lunch. I will be booking again with Mime and recommend him highly.
