American Gulf Fishing Charters 

4.8
(10 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
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Veteran Owned
 Grand Isle, Grand Isle, LA 70358, United States–

American Gulf Fishing Charters 

Grand Isle, LA, United States
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34 ft
6
4.8
(10 reviews)

American Gulf Fishing Charters – Port Fourchon / Grand Isle, Louisiana

Our mission is to help people fall in love with fishing the way we did; not just the catch, but the process, the challenge, and the connection to the water. We’re here to build real anglers who carry that passion forward to the next generation. One fish, one fight, one trip is all it takes to start a new legacy, and we want our boat to be the foundation of many.

Fish the deep blue waters off Grand Isle and Port Fourchon for Red Snapper, Cobia, Amberjack, Grouper, Tuna, Wahoo, and Mahi, depending on the season. Every trip is customized — whether we’re bottom fishing, trolling, drifting, or jigging, we’ll do whatever it takes to find the bite.

“DEVILDOG” is our 34 Venture center console. She’s got a heavy open-hull design built for heavy seas. This boat doesn’t dance on top of the chop, it blasts straight through without flinching. One of the best rides in it's class.

With fuel efficient Yamaha 300s and a 300 gal fuel tank, we can get out to the big waters with room to roam.  There’s plenty room to spread out, big boxes for your catch, and all the gear we need for serious offshore fishing. Devildog is equiped with all safety equipment required by USCG.

With federal reef permits, we are licensed to fish red snapper and all other reef species in federal waters, well beyond the 9-mile limit where state-only charter boats are required to stop. Not every offshore charter has this permit, so booking with us means access to deeper water, bigger fish, cooler species, and more opportunity.

We are family and kid friendly. Be sure to bring a comfortable PFD for children. We have all USCG required PFDs on board, but they are not intended for all-day wear.

A 15–20% gratuity for excellent service is customary in the charter industry and always appreciated.

Fuel is not included in the base trip price. The total fuel burned during the trip will be totaled and paid for at the dock upon returning.

American Gulf Fishing Charters – Port Fourchon / Grand Isle, Louisiana

Our mission is to help people fall in love with fishing the way we did; not just the catch, but the process, the challenge, and the connection to the water. We’re here to build real anglers who carry that passion forward to the next generation. One fish, one fight, one trip is all it takes to start a new legacy, and we want our boat to be the foundation of many.

Fish the deep blue waters off Grand Isle and Port Fourchon for Red Snapper, Cobia, Amberjack, Grouper, Tuna, Wahoo, and Mahi, depending on the season. Every trip is customized — whether we’re bottom fishing, trolling, drifting, or jigging, we’ll do whatever it takes to find the bite.

“DEVILDOG” is our 34 Venture center console. She’s got a heavy open-hull design built for heavy seas. This boat doesn’t dance on top of the chop, it blasts straight through without flinching. One of the best rides in it's class.

With fuel efficient Yamaha 300s and a 300 gal fuel tank, we can get out to the big waters with room to roam.  There’s plenty room to spread out, big boxes for your catch, and all the gear we need for serious offshore fishing. Devildog is equiped with all safety equipment required by USCG.

With federal reef permits, we are licensed to fish red snapper and all other reef species in federal waters, well beyond the 9-mile limit where state-only charter boats are required to stop. Not every offshore charter has this permit, so booking with us means access to deeper water, bigger fish, cooler species, and more opportunity.

We are family and kid friendly. Be sure to bring a comfortable PFD for children. We have all USCG required PFDs on board, but they are not intended for all-day wear.

A 15–20% gratuity for excellent service is customary in the charter industry and always appreciated.

Fuel is not included in the base trip price. The total fuel burned during the trip will be totaled and paid for at the dock upon returning.

American Gulf Fishing Charters
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Trip date:
Group Size:
November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
Change
Half Day Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Oct 26
Cobia
Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Mangrove)
Jack (Almaco)
+4
US $1,600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 6:00 AM
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snapper (Red)
+8
US $2,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Overnight (24 Hr) Offshore
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
24 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snapper (Red)
+5
US $4,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people

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Rating

4.8
10 reviews
4.7
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (23)

Reviews (10)

  • Joe Carreau
    Joe Carreau
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    GREAT trip!!

    Half Day Trip – Offshore on May 23, 2026 • 5 adults • 1 child

    Shane and his crew, Roger, totally killed it. Weather was tough, but they worked their butts off and put us on big fish. We had three kids with us, and they were super patient, flexible and accommodating. Can’t recommend this boat enough - we’ll definitely be back!! Made some great memories! Thank you guys!!!

  • Phil Casse
    Phil Casse
    us
    Louisiana, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fantastic!

    Half Day Trip – Offshore on July 8, 2026 • 5 adults

    What a ride. We learned so much and got experience the majesty of the Gulf in so many ways. Can't wait for the next trip!

  • Bonnie Gregoire
    Bonnie Gregoire
    us
    Louisiana, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    A true captain goes down with the ship… or in this case, jumps overboard for the fish! 😂🎣🌊

    Full Day Trip – Offshore on September 6, 2026 • 6 adults

    Captain Shane and his wife Brittany made sure our crew had a great fishing experience!

  • Mark Pearce
    Mark Pearce
    us
    Iowa, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Making Memories

    Half Day Trip – Offshore Fishing - 11:00 AM on July 25, 2026 • 3 adults

    I just wanted to share how awesome Shane and Roger were, especially since our group had never done deep-water fishing before. Working with them was seriously amazing! They didn't just make sure we were catching fish and having a totally memorable time, they also patiently showed us the ropes and made sure we felt completely comfortable out on the water. Honestly, they were the absolute best! This was the perfect setup for a father-son trip, and honestly, it's one we're totally bragging about. It's gonna be tough to beat this for our next getaway!

  • Jerome Henson
    Jerome Henson
    Repeat angler
    us
    Missouri, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    great experience

    Full Day Trip – Offshore on June 16, 2026 • 6 adults

    even though the waters were rough, Captain put us on the fish. was a hreat experience overall. Crew worked their tails off to keep us fishing in the rough water. Great crew

  • Brandon Gil
    Brandon Gil
    us
    Louisiana, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fantastic trip

    Full Day Trip – Offshore on June 11, 2026 • 6 adults

    Shane did a great job putting the group on fish! Nice boat and equipment. I would 100% recommend booking a trip with Shane.

  • Brady Westerman
    Brady Westerman
    us
    Louisiana, US
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified

    Great Crew!

    Full Day Trip – Offshore on June 27, 2026 • 4 adults

    Captain Shane and Mate Roger are great people and will keep you smiling the entire trip! Great vibe and knowledgeable group.

  • Chris Reid
    Chris Reid
    us
    Louisiana, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Captain Worked Hard

    Full Day Trip – Offshore on April 18, 2026 • 4 adults

    Captain went above and beyond to ensure we caught fish. We fished hard and he was willing to make some runs to find out what was working. Thank you and Semper Fi

  • Terry Graham
    Terry Graham
    us
    Mississippi, US
    Member since 2026
    4.7
    Verified

    Great crew and fun fishing

    Full Day Trip – Offshore on May 5, 2026 • 4 adults

    We caught a lot of fish but only 2 targeted fish that were in season or large enough to keep

  • John Bulliard
    John Bulliard
    us
    Louisiana, US
    Member since 2026
    3.7
    Verified

    Fishing with American Gulf

    Full Day Trip – Offshore on September 19, 2026 • 6 adults

FAQs about American Gulf Fishing Charters

American Gulf Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,600 per group - Half Day Trip – Offshore (5 hours)
  • US $2,200 per group - Full Day Trip – Offshore (10 hours)
  • US $4,000 per group - Overnight (24 Hr) Offshore (24 hours)
When you book a trip with American Gulf Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Toilet is inside the console/cabin. There is a sink with fresh water washdown as well.
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with American Gulf Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Any tackle, lures, or bait used on the trip will be included in the base trip cost.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (We will clean and bag fish for you at the dock when we return from the trip. If you are experienced and enjoy cleaning fish or would like to learn how to clean them properly, please join in. We supply knives. You will need to provide your own cooler and i)
  • First mate (While not mandatory, Industry standard for excellent service is 15-20% of the trip cost. This can be paid to the captain at the end of the trip. It will be split between the crew. Cash is best for tips.)
American Gulf Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (Mangrove snapper and Cobia can be targeted very close to shore (5-20 miles). Red snapper will be in the 20-40 range. Pelagics and deepwater species such as grouper and exotic snapper might require a 60-90 mile run. The far runs give us a better shot at la)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
American Gulf Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with American Gulf Fishing Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Grouper (Scamp)
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

American Gulf Fishing Charters
American Gulf Fishing Charters
Grand Isle, Louisiana, United States
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10 Customer reviews
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Member since October 2025
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.
I'm a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and lifelong outdoorsman from Thibodaux, Louisiana. Raised on the bayous and mentored by a family of hunters and fishermen, I developed a deep respect for the water early on. What started with solo runs in my 17-foot Sea Chaser chasing red snapper, mangroves, and cobia evolved, over the next 10 years, into a calling to share the incredible resources of the Gulf with others. In 2025 that calling came to life with American Gulf Fishing Charters. I combine professionalism, preparation, and a love of adventure to deliver safe, unforgettable trips off Grand Isle and Port Fourchon. I'm also a Certified Freediver. I enjoy hunting the oil rigs and shipwrecks for snapper and cobia with a speargun. On land, I'm a 4th generation butcher and manager of my family's 135-year-old butcher shop in Thibodaux - Bourgeois Meat Market.
Our Team
Shane T.
Shane T.
Captain
American Gulf Fishing Charters
American Gulf Fishing Charters
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US veteran
Angler's Choice
10
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2025
member since
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response
I'm a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and lifelong outdoorsman from Thibodaux, Louisiana. Raised on the bayous and mentored by a family of hunters and fishermen, I developed a deep respect for the water early on. What started with solo runs in my 17-foot Sea Chaser chasing red snapper, mangroves, and cobia evolved, over the next 10 years, into a calling to share the incredible resources of the Gulf with others. In 2025 that calling came to life with American Gulf Fishing Charters. I combine professionalism, preparation, and a love of adventure to deliver safe, unforgettable trips off Grand Isle and Port Fourchon. I'm also a Certified Freediver. I enjoy hunting the oil rigs and shipwrecks for snapper and cobia with a speargun. On land, I'm a 4th generation butcher and manager of my family's 135-year-old butcher shop in Thibodaux - Bourgeois Meat Market.
The crew
Shane T.
Shane T.
Captain

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Scamp Grouper
Scamp Grouper
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Lane Snapper
Lane Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Gag Grouper
Gag Grouper
Scamp Grouper
Scamp Grouper

Real catches by this captain

  • Adult angler proudly holding a large red snapper aboard a center-console fishing boat offshore.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Bonnie G.
    Bonnie G.
    Captain Shane and his wife Brittany made sure our crew had a great fishing experience!
  • Angler proudly holding a large red snapper aboard a center-console fishing boat offshore.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Phil C.
    Phil C.
    What a ride. We learned so much and got experience the majesty of the Gulf in so many ways. Can't wait for the next trip!
  • A proud angler and a young boy display a large Red Snapper aboard a boat, showcasing their successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Snapper
    Joe C.
    Joe C.
    Shane and his crew, Roger, totally killed it. Weather was tough, but they worked their butts off and put us on big fish. We had three kids with us, and they were super patient, flexible and accommodating. Can’t recommend this boat enough - we’ll definitely be back!! Made some great memories! Thank you guys!!!
  • An angler proudly displaying a large fish while fishing near an offshore structure, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Jack Crevalle
    Terry G.
    Terry G.
    We caught a lot of fish but only 2 targeted fish that were in season or large enough to keep
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Cobia while fishing offshore, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Scamp Grouper
    Chris R.
    Chris R.
    Captain went above and beyond to ensure we caught fish. We fished hard and he was willing to make some runs to find out what was working. Thank you and Semper Fi

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
34 ft
Year built
2001
Boat manufacturer
Venture
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

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

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Toilet is inside the console/cabin. There is a sink with fresh water washdown as well.
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Any tackle, lures, or bait used on the trip will be included in the base trip cost.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
We will clean and bag fish for you at the dock when we return from the trip. If you are experienced and enjoy cleaning fish or would like to learn how to clean them properly, please join in. We supply knives. You will need to provide your own cooler and i
First mate
While not mandatory, Industry standard for excellent service is 15-20% of the trip cost. This can be paid to the captain at the end of the trip. It will be split between the crew. Cash is best for tips.

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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
We accept children as young as 8 years old and we love teaching kids to fish! Please provide comfortable life jackets for all kids under 90lbs. We will have the proper Type 1 Offshore life jackets required by the Coast Guard, but these are not intended f
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

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 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
 Checks
 Bank transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Grand Isle right now

AmberjackAmberjack
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag)Grouper (Gag)
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
WahooWahoo

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