Olivia J Charters 

4.9
(573 reviews)
 
State licensed
 411 Sailfish Avenue, Freeport, TX 77541, United States–

Olivia J Charters 

Freeport, TX, United States
–
29 ft
6
4.9
(573 reviews)

FUEL IS INCLUDED IN ALL OF OUR PRICING!!

Olivia J Charters offers fishing trips based out of Freeport, Texas. Captain Rodney Chapman will get you fishing the Gulf nearshore and offshore waters, and will work hard to ensure you have a fantastic and fun day out on the water.

Step aboard his 29’ Pro Sports ProKat center console with T-top, which comes powered by two brand new Suzuki DF 175 4 stroke outboard motors to get you to the fishing action in no time. This vessel boasts ample space for up to six anglers, and provides a stable and secure fishing platform from all areas of the deck. It comes equipped with GPS, fish finder, VHF radio, live bait tank, ice box to keep your drinks ice cold and your catch fresh, as well as a toilet for your comfort.

Olivia J Charters offers shared half day trips, as well as private half or full day trips, and Capt. Rod will be happy to show you the most productive methods to reel in your target species. Techniques include fishing with light tackle, bottom fishing, trolling and drift fishing, and depending on conditions and the time of year you fish, you may find yourself chasing after Mahi Mahi, Kingfish, Cobia, Shark, Jack Crevalle, Red Snapper, Redfish, Black Drum, and more.

Trips include rods, reels and tackle, live bait, lures, as well as cleaning and filleting of your catch at the end of the day. Fuel is included in the price.  Not included is food, drink and fishing licenses.  You can obtain licenses online or at other local retailers like Academy.

FUEL IS INCLUDED IN ALL OF OUR PRICING!!

Olivia J Charters offers fishing trips based out of Freeport, Texas. Captain Rodney Chapman will get you fishing the Gulf nearshore and offshore waters, and will work hard to ensure you have a fantastic and fun day out on the water.

Step aboard his 29’ Pro Sports ProKat center console with T-top, which comes powered by two brand new Suzuki DF 175 4 stroke outboard motors to get you to the fishing action in no time. This vessel boasts ample space for up to six anglers, and provides a stable and secure fishing platform from all areas of the deck. It comes equipped with GPS, fish finder, VHF radio, live bait tank, ice box to keep your drinks ice cold and your catch fresh, as well as a toilet for your comfort.

Olivia J Charters offers shared half day trips, as well as private half or full day trips, and Capt. Rod will be happy to show you the most productive methods to reel in your target species. Techniques include fishing with light tackle, bottom fishing, trolling and drift fishing, and depending on conditions and the time of year you fish, you may find yourself chasing after Mahi Mahi, Kingfish, Cobia, Shark, Jack Crevalle, Red Snapper, Redfish, Black Drum, and more.

Trips include rods, reels and tackle, live bait, lures, as well as cleaning and filleting of your catch at the end of the day. Fuel is included in the price.  Not included is food, drink and fishing licenses.  You can obtain licenses online or at other local retailers like Academy.

Olivia J Chaters
Charter Operator
Olivia J Chaters
36 years of experience
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5 Hour Trip – Private
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+4
US $775
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Trip – Private
FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Cobia
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
+3
US $1,150
Entire boat: up to 4 people

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Rating

4.9
573 reviews
4.8
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (808)

What anglers say

96%
Great experience
93%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
98%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
89%
Caught fish

All reviews (573)

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Stephen Cherewaty
Stephen Cherewaty
us
Washington State, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Amazing fishing trip
8 Hour Trip – Private on September 26, 2026 • 2 adults

My Uncle flew in from out of state for this trip. We’d both been really looking forward to it, hoping the weather would be good and we’d have some luck. We were hoping to get some Red Snapper and hook in to at least a handful of bull redfish. Boy howdy did we have a day! We caught about 3 dozen snapper and close to 40 bull reds! We even got a nice looking Spinner Shark in between. Now don’t misunderstand; fishing any time can be hit or miss, and even Captain Ethan said we had an extremely good day…but Olivia J did NOT disappoint! We kept 4 larger snapper and 2 big Redfish. We had a spectacular experience with Olivia J Charters!

Reported catch:
Redfish
Red Snapper
Harrison Bohannon
Harrison Bohannon
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great experience!
5 Hour Trip – Private on July 18, 2026 • 5 adults

We had an awesome time on this fishing trip! Captain Rodney was super cool, knowledgeable, and made sure everyone was having a great time from start to finish. We caught black tip & bonnethead head sharks, barracuda, red snapper & catfish. He also cleaned and filleted all of our catches for us, making it easy to take everything home and enjoy. I highly recommend this charter to anyone looking for a fun and successful day on the water.

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Blacktip Shark
Olivia J Chaters
Response from Charter operator

Thank you for choosing us. We are super happy you all enjoyed your trip. We hope to see you angin

Lisa Sanders
Lisa Sanders
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
What a wonderful day!!
5 Hour Trip – Private - 1:00 PM on April 8, 2026 • 3 adults

Rodney and Ethan were such a delight. They are so knowledgable and was so attentive. Ready to help when needed!! WE WILL BE BACK!! IT WAS A WONDERFUL DAY. Rodney and Ethan, thank you so much. Anyone would love this trip! I would suggest at least 7 and that if they are mature and have patience. We caught our limit of fish and then Ethan cleaned them for us!! It was a great day. If you have never road in the ocean on a boat, use dremamine before you get on the boat. One guy is our group was so sea sick, it was no fun for him. He was literally green at the gills!!

Reported catch:
Jack Crevalle
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Olivia J Chaters
Response from Charter operator

Thank Lisa for choosing us. Ethan and I had a great time with you all. Hope to see you all again.

Clay House
Clay House
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Captain Rodney and his first mate Eithan are workhorses.
5 Hour Trip – Private on July 19, 2026 • 6 adults

They showed us a great time and put us on some awesome fish. They worked tirelessly to make sure all the people in our party had a badass experience. Their work ethic was unmatched. On top of that they had fun personalities which made for a stellar trip. 5 out of 5. These guys rock.

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Olivia J Chaters
Response from Charter operator

Thank you Clay. We appreciate you all fishing with us.

Rebecca Poole
Rebecca Poole
us
Kansas, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Family fishing trip
5 Hour Trip – Private on July 28, 2026 • 2 adults • 3 children

We caught a spanish macrel and lots of red snapper and was about to keep some to bring home. Rodney and Ethan were great guides and were very understanding when our kids didn’t feel the best. Wiuld definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a fun time!

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Olivia J Chaters
Response from Charter operator

Thank you for choosing us.

FAQs about Olivia J Charters

Olivia J Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $775 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Private (5 hours)
  • US $775 per group, additional US $100 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Private - 1:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $1,150 per group, additional US $125 per person after 4 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Private (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Olivia J Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet portable
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Multimedia system
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Olivia J Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (On certain trips we will fish for live bait, but as a general rule we fish with, dead bait or artificial lures.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (We will clean and bag your catch at the end of your trip. We do not charge extra to clean your catch, this service is provided as part of your gratuity.)
  • First mate (We carry a First mate/Deckhand on a vast majority of our trips. All of our deckhands work hard before, during, and after your trip to provide with the best experience possible. The customary gratuity is 15-20 percent.)
Olivia J Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (State water (Nearshore) trips normally run 3-9 miles offshore. Federal Waters trips on 'Vertigo' will run from 10-75 miles depending on the trip selected.)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Olivia J Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Olivia J Charters include:
  • Black Drum
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Red)

Your operator

Olivia J Chaters
Olivia J Chaters
Freeport, Texas, United States
35 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
646 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since July 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 Rodney has been a Coast Guard licensed captain since he was 18 years old, and holds a 100-ton master's license. He started working on a charter boat at the age of 10 in the state of Maine where he grew up living on small island with his Grandfather Lou.
Our Team
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Captain
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Ellie C.
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Staff
Olivia J Chaters
Olivia J Chaters
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Angler's Choice
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646
reviews
2016
member since
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Captain Rodney has been a Coast Guard licensed captain since he was 18 years old, and holds a 100-ton master's license. He started working on a charter boat at the age of 10 in the state of Maine where he grew up living on small island with his Grandfather Lou.
The crew
Rodney C.
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Captain
Ethan C.
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Captain
Ben L.
Ben L.
Captain
Ellie C.
Ellie C.
Staff

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Lane Snapper
Lane Snapper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)

Real catches by this captain

  • Angler proudly displays a large red drum on a center-console boat offshore, with a second adult visible and fishing gear in the background.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Dee W.
    Dee W.
    Caught Red Drum. Good trip out. The shark was fun. Not for one of the guest’s illness, we could’ve hauled in some more for the thrill of specie surprise and the challenge to land. Overall a good half trip out.
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing on a sunny day.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Stephen C.
    Stephen C.
    My Uncle flew in from out of state for this trip. We’d both been really looking forward to it, hoping the weather would be good and we’d have some luck. We were hoping to get some Red Snapper and hook in to at least a handful of bull redfish. Boy howdy did we have a day! We caught about 3 dozen snapper and close to 40 bull reds! We even got a nice looking Spinner Shark in between. Now don’t misunderstand; fishing any time can be hit or miss, and even Captain Ethan said we had an extremely good day…but Olivia J did NOT disappoint! We kept 4 larger snapper and 2 big Redfish. We had a spectacular experience with Olivia J Charters!
  • An angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing on a charter boat, with a scenic ocean backdrop.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Rodney M.
    Rodney M.
    Very timely very professional we will be back
  • A proud angler holding a large fish while fishing on a boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Red Snapper
    Donald A.
    Donald A.
    Captain Ethan was very knowledgable & kind, easy going with alot of patience. Caught a great variety of fish. Will absolutely book again.
  • Large mixed saltwater catch, including red snapper and elongated mackerel-like fish, stored on ice in a black boat cooler.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Bobbie S.
    Bobbie S.
    Ethan was great! He was super knowledgeable, patient, and easy to talk with. He put us right on top of the fish! We are already trying to figure out when we can do our next trip!
  • Two adult anglers showcase a large mackerel catch aboard a center-console fishing boat offshore.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Ernest J.
    Ernest J.
    my son and his best friend went on this boat and they had a blast catching jacks king fish and red snappers they got tired and arms started hurting … thats a great fishing day .
  • Angler proudly displaying a Spanish Mackerel while fishing on a sunny day in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Rebecca P.
    Rebecca P.
    We caught a spanish macrel and lots of red snapper and was about to keep some to bring home. Rodney and Ethan were great guides and were very understanding when our kids didn’t feel the best. Wiuld definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a fun time!
  • Adult angler holding a colorful mahi-mahi aboard a center-console boat over open coastal waters, with a cooler and red bucket visible on deck.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Spanish Mackerel
    Clay H.
    Clay H.
    They showed us a great time and put us on some awesome fish. They worked tirelessly to make sure all the people in our party had a badass experience. Their work ethic was unmatched. On top of that they had fun personalities which made for a stellar trip. 5 out of 5. These guys rock.
  • Large mixed catch of red snapper and elongated dark fish arranged on a sunlit concrete surface near the dock.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Red Snapper
    Bradley C.
    Bradley C.
  • Angler holding a large fish on a boat, showcasing a successful catch during a deep-sea fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Red Snapper
    Sondra J.
    Sondra J.
    Caught 8 snapper, 3 kings, and big conus. Great trip!!

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Catamarans
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
29 ft
Year built
2002
Restored in
2018
Boat manufacturer
Pro Sports Prokat
Boat type
Catamaran
Engine model
2017 Suzuki
Powered by
2 x 175HP

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
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
portable
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Multimedia system
Ice box
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
On certain trips we will fish for live bait, but as a general rule we fish with, dead bait or artificial lures.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
We will clean and bag your catch at the end of your trip. We do not charge extra to clean your catch, this service is provided as part of your gratuity.
First mate
We carry a First mate/Deckhand on a vast majority of our trips. All of our deckhands work hard before, during, and after your trip to provide with the best experience possible. The customary gratuity is 15-20 percent.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip
You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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 don't set ages limits, but depending on the type of trip chosen we will make suggestions.
No alcohol
Beer is ok No hard alcohol
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

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

What’s biting in Freeport right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
Shark (Blacktip)Shark (Blacktip)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)

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