Hingle's Guide Service 

5.0/5 (80 reviews)
 
State licensed
 61st Street 1600, Galveston, TX 77551, United States
 
State licensed
5.0/5 (80 reviews)
 angler's choice
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61st Street 1600
Galveston, TX, United States

Hingle's Guide Service fishes the waters of Galveston, Texas. With its aquatic life, saltwater habitat, and outstanding angling opportunities, Galveston will make you want to always come back for more.  We offer fun, beginner friendly trips on Galveston bay.

Enjoy your fishing trip with Captain Darrell Hingle aboard a 24 ft boat, which is powered by a 200 hp Suzuki engine. It can comfortably take up to five guests and is fully rigged with state-of-the-art navigational electronics, including a VHF radio, a fish finder and GPS

. It's also equipped with a livewell to keep the bait swimming.

Whether it’s Redfish, Trout, Flounder, or Shark you're after – the Captain has all the knowledge and the equipment to get it done. He has been fishing the Galveston area since he was a child and knows all the hottest spots where the fish are hiding.

Each trip with Hingle's Guide Service comes inclusive with all the necessary fishing equipment to make a great catch possible, such as rods, reels, tackle, lures, and live bait. The Captain will also clean and fillet the catch for you to take home for dinner or just fill the freezer.

For your adventure in Galveston, you will only need to bring your fishing licenses, food, and drinks. For added convenience, Captain Darrell can also pick customers up from Crystal Beach and Port Bolivar.

Do we fish if it’s raining or windy?  Safety is a priority.  If there are severe storms in the area or if the wind is out of control, I’ll suggest we delay or try to reschedule the trip.  There’s no sense in going out and being uncomfortable, and I will never put us in danger.  But if it’s just a little rain, let’s go – the fish are already wet!

It’s all about catching!

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 80 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (141)

My son says 10 stars!
Great Trip!
great time
+138

Angler rating

77
2
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0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

98%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

99%

Caught fish

96%

Showing 1 - 5 of 80 reviews
Showing: 5 of 80 reviews
Steve C.
Steve C.
5.0/5

Aug 9, 2025

5 Hour Trip

My son says 10 stars!

VERIFIED
NEW

My 7 yr old just wanted to catch a shark. 3 of em and one large bull shark later and he was all smiles! Great day for us all. Darrell was great!

My 7 yr old just wanted to catch a shark. 3 of em and one large bull shark later and he was all smiles! Great day for us all....  

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Captain replied
 Steve C. recommends Hingle's Guide Service
 Steve C. recommends Hingle's Guide Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 9, 2025
Thanks for the kind words.

Robert R.
Robert R.
5.0/5

Oct 25, 2024

4 hours Morning trip

Great safety briefing inspired by Minnesota Engineers. Put us on the Bull Reds.

VERIFIED

Captain Hingle was very sociable and friendly. He was attentive and punctual. The boat was excellent and very well maintained. It was modern with all safety features, radios, safety kits and life vests. He was very detail oriented and concerned that all customers caught their limit. I had an excellent time and caught a 36 inch Redfish.

Captain Hingle was very sociable and friendly. He was attentive and punctual. The boat was excellent and very well maintained....  

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Captain replied
 Robert R. recommends Hingle's Guide Service
 Robert R. recommends Hingle's Guide Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on October 26, 2024
That’s awesome!!! Thanks for the trip and review.

Jason P.
Jason P.
5.0/5

Jul 19, 2025

5 Hour Trip

Fishing with Darrell

VERIFIED
NEW

 

Captain replied
 Jason P. recommends Hingle's Guide Service
 Jason P. recommends Hingle's Guide Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 20, 2025
Thanks again!

Justin M.
Justin M.
5.0/5

Mar 14, 2025

5 Hour Trip

Great Trip!

VERIFIED

Wasn’t sure what the weather was going to be like today, but it cleared up and we had a great time! Captain Hingle is awesome and my son had a blast!

Wasn’t sure what the weather was going to be like today, but it cleared up and we had a great time! Captain Hingle is awesome...  

Review media 0
Captain replied
 Justin M. recommends Hingle's Guide Service
 Justin M. recommends Hingle's Guide Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on March 15, 2025
Glad you guys had a good time! Thanks again.

John R.
John R.
4.7/5

Jul 29, 2025

4 hours Morning trip

Good Capt. Good trip

VERIFIED
NEW

Had a great time, the capt knew the area well and provided everything needed.thx

Had a great time, the capt knew the area well and provided everything needed.thx  

Captain replied
 John R. recommends Hingle's Guide Service
 John R. recommends Hingle's Guide Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 31, 2025
Thanks for the kind words. Hope you enjoy the fish.

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
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August 2025
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Group Size
4 adults • 0 children
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4 hours Morning trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $650 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
5 Hour Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $750 
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Bay fishing Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
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US $850 
Entire boat: up to 4 people

Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 80 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (141)

My son says 10 stars!
Great Trip!
great time
+138

Angler rating

77
2
0
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

98%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

99%

Caught fish

96%

Showing 1 - 5 of 80 reviews
Showing: 5 of 80 reviews
Steve C.
Steve C.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

My son says 10 stars!

VERIFIED
NEW

5 Hour Trip on August 9, 2025

My 7 yr old just wanted to catch a shark. 3 of em and one large bull shark later and he was all smiles! Great day for us all. Darrell was great!

My 7 yr old just wanted to catch a shark. 3 of em and one large bull shark later and he was all smiles! Great day for us all. Darrell was great!  

Review media 0
 Steve C. recommends Hingle's Guide Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 9, 2025
Thanks for the kind words.

Robert R.
Robert R.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great safety briefing inspired by Minnesota Engineers. Put us on the Bull Reds.

VERIFIED

4 hours Morning trip on October 25, 2024

Captain Hingle was very sociable and friendly. He was attentive and punctual. The boat was excellent and very well maintained. It was modern with all safety features, radios, safety kits and life vests. He was very detail oriented and concerned that all customers caught their limit. I had an excellent time and caught a 36 inch Redfish.

Captain Hingle was very sociable and friendly. He was attentive and punctual. The boat was excellent and very well maintained. It was modern with all safety features, radios, safety kits and life vests. He was very detail oriented and concerned that all customers caught their limit. I had an excellent time and caught a 36 inch Redfish.  

Review media 0
 Robert R. recommends Hingle's Guide Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on October 26, 2024
That’s awesome!!! Thanks for the trip and review.

Jason P.
Jason P.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fishing with Darrell

VERIFIED
NEW

5 Hour Trip on July 19, 2025

 

 Jason P. recommends Hingle's Guide Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 20, 2025
Thanks again!

Justin M.
Justin M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Trip!

VERIFIED

5 Hour Trip on March 14, 2025

Wasn’t sure what the weather was going to be like today, but it cleared up and we had a great time! Captain Hingle is awesome and my son had a blast!

Wasn’t sure what the weather was going to be like today, but it cleared up and we had a great time! Captain Hingle is awesome and my son had a blast!  

Review media 0
 Justin M. recommends Hingle's Guide Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on March 15, 2025
Glad you guys had a good time! Thanks again.

John R.
John R.
4.7/5

Experience:

4.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Good Capt. Good trip

VERIFIED
NEW

4 hours Morning trip on July 29, 2025

Had a great time, the capt knew the area well and provided everything needed.thx

Had a great time, the capt knew the area well and provided everything needed.thx  

 John R. recommends Hingle's Guide Service
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on July 31, 2025
Thanks for the kind words. Hope you enjoy the fish.

FAQs about Hingle's Guide Service

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2001
Restored in
2023
Boat manufacturer
Sea Pro
Boat type
Center console

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 200HP
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