Skippers Charter Service
Skippers Charter Service
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Make the most of your time in Galveston and go fishing with Skippers Charter Service. Captain Jacob will be your guide, allowing you to benefit from their local experience.
Why book with the smaller open center console boats? When you can book with us and have a cabin with a full size bathroom & shower.
There's no guarantee when you're fishing, but just some of the species you can catch around here include Great Barracuda, Mahi Mahi, Black Drum, Cobia, Amberjack, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Red Snapper, Lane Snapper, Flounder, Spanish Mackerel, Yellowfin Tuna, Tarpon, and more if you come at the right time of year. Depending on the species you're after, you may find yourself spinning, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.
Deep sea, bay and jetty fishing at its best. Why accept part of the experience when you can charter with us for less and have luxury and air conditioning, full size bathroom, shower, and if you are tired and need to take a nap, there is a state room with a bed to do that also. We are a kid-friendly charter company. When weather permits the captain will have the youngsters take the wheel to see what it's like to drive the boat. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures. Live bait is on offer, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.
Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. A 10–20% tip is customary to show your appreciation for their hard work.
You will need to purchase a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.
It's never a bad idea to bring bottled water, sunscreen (non-spray), and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.
Don't hesitate, book your trip, today!
Make the most of your time in Galveston and go fishing with Skippers Charter Service. Captain Jacob will be your guide, allowing you to benefit from their local experience.
Why book with the smaller open center console boats? When you can book with us and have a cabin with a full size bathroom & shower.
There's no guarantee when you're fishing, but just some of the species you can catch around here include Great Barracuda, Mahi Mahi, Black Drum, Cobia, Amberjack, King Mackerel (Kingfish), Red Snapper, Lane Snapper, Flounder, Spanish Mackerel, Yellowfin Tuna, Tarpon, and more if you come at the right time of year. Depending on the species you're after, you may find yourself spinning, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.
Deep sea, bay and jetty fishing at its best. Why accept part of the experience when you can charter with us for less and have luxury and air conditioning, full size bathroom, shower, and if you are tired and need to take a nap, there is a state room with a bed to do that also. We are a kid-friendly charter company. When weather permits the captain will have the youngsters take the wheel to see what it's like to drive the boat. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures. Live bait is on offer, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.
Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. A 10–20% tip is customary to show your appreciation for their hard work.
You will need to purchase a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.
It's never a bad idea to bring bottled water, sunscreen (non-spray), and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor and glass bottles.
Don't hesitate, book your trip, today!
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We invested a lot of money and time for this trip and went home with empty hands. Could have been much better experience
We do apologize that we could not catch the fish that they desired. They booked a bay and jetty charter for 6 hours, we gave them two extra hours of fishing , so we stayed out roughly eight hours. they became somewhat , I don't know of the word to use , but they become somewhat voicy that we would not take them sixty miles offshore and fish for red snapper. They booked a bay and jetty charter for 6 hours not an offshore charter for red snapper, also, red snapper season is closed now, And it would be illegal to catch them, and we explain that to them, but they did not wanna understand that, And keep telling us we did not know what we're talking about. They did catch some fish was just not the desired fish they wanted. That is the reason why you will final charter boats that the captains will take pictures of the fish.
FAQs about Skippers Charter Service
What are the trip rates for Skippers Charter Service?
- US $695 per group - 3 Hour Trip — Bay/Jetty (3 hours)
- US $695 per group - 3 Hour Trip — Bay/Jetty - 11:00 AM (3 hours)
- US $695 per group - 3 Hour Trip — Bay/Jetty - 3:00 PM (3 hours)
- US $1,250 per group - 4 Hour Trip — Bay/Jetty (4 hours)
- US $1,250 per group - 4 Hour Trip — Bay/Jetty - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
- US $1,350 per group - 5 Hour Trip — Bay/Jetty Fishing (5 hours)
- US $1,350 per group - 5 Hour Trip — Bay/Jetty Fishing - 1:00 PM (5 hours)
- US $1,465 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Bay & Jetty (6 hours)
- US $1,465 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Bay & Jetty - 1:00 PM (6 hours)
- US $1,800 per group - 8 Hour Trip — Bay/Jetty (8 hours)
- US $2,250 per group - 10 Hour Trip — Bay/Jetty (10 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Skippers Charter Service?
- Toilet The boat has a full toilet and shower.
- Air conditioning
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed
- Flybridge
- Live bait well
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Multimedia system
- Outriggers
- Tuna tubes
- Ice box
- Radar
What's included in the trip price with Skippers Charter Service?
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait (When fishing with life bait we do have live wills on board.)
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaning is provided after the trip.We do clean your fish for you.)
- First mate (The boat carries a captain as well as a first mate.)
What types of fishing does Skippers Charter Service offer?
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing (Many times if it's an offshore charter we will travel more than a hundred and twenty miles off.)
- Reef fishing
- Wreck fishing
What fishing techniques does Skippers Charter Service offer?
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Drift fishing
- Kite fishing
- Deep sea fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Skippers Charter Service?
- Amberjack
- Barracuda (Great)
- Black Drum
- Cobia
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Flounder
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Snapper (Lane)
- Snapper (Red)
- Spanish Mackerel
- Tarpon
- Tuna (Yellowfin)
Your captain
Your Captain Jacob not only holds a Captain's license, he also holds a Master's rating. He also works on ocean going vessels as a Merchant Mariner with the goal one day to command ocean going ships.
Your Captain Jacob not only holds a Captain's license, he also holds a Master's rating. He also works on ocean going vessels as a Merchant Mariner with the goal one day to command ocean going ships.
What is the boat like?
What kind of fishing will you do?
Which fishing techniques you can try
Which amenities are available onboard
What's included in the trip price
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 not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Galveston right now
Amberjack
Black Drum
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Flounder
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