Galveston Offshore 

4.9/5 (1128 reviews)
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Federally permitted
 715 North Holiday Drive, Galveston, TX 77550, United States

Galveston Offshore 

Over 9 miles offshore
Galveston, TX, United States
31 ft
6
4.9/5 (1128 reviews)

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Galveston Offshore (which has 1000 5-star reviews!) offers jetty trips, nearshore Shark and Tarpon trips, and the amazing 30 to 60-mile Snapper trips. Operated by Captain Shannon LaBauve this charter is fun and educational, and most of all productive! Captain Shannon has been guiding for over 25 years out of the Galveston Yacht Basin, and catching tournament winning fish!

New for 2023 season for Galveston Offshore's 31 ft Oceanmaster are as follows: New Mesa Grey Paint from Sea Foam Green, New 2023 Twin 300 HP Suzuki Outboards, New Dual Seastar Ram Steering, New Rocker Switches and Panel, New Garmin 1243 XSV GPS Chart Plotter, New Garmin GXM-54 XM radio antenna, New Fusion MS-RA210 XM radio, New VHF radio, New T-Top cover, New seat cushions, New Minn Kota 87 inch trolling motor anchor, and New G Line single 36-volt lithium trolling motor battery. Onboard, there is also all the safety equipment you might need, including a state-of-the-art EPIRB system and a life raft for 8 people.

The fish in Galveston are big and bountiful. You can fish the jetty for Redfish, Trout, Flounder, Black Drum, and Sharks. Or you can go after the all-around favorite Red Snapper, which Captain Shannon kindly gives a 101 on in one of his videos.Then, there are Ling and King Mackerel on the offshore trips that take you out some 25 to 40 miles offshore. Alternatively, you can run even further as far as 60 miles and target Mahi Mahi, Grouper, Wahoo, and Amberjack.

Galveston Offshore will provide Shimano reels, heavy tackle rods, and live bait. All you really have to think is a Texas fishing license with a saltwater stamp. No Fuel Surcharge.

Galveston Offshore (which has 1000 5-star reviews!) offers jetty trips, nearshore Shark and Tarpon trips, and the amazing 30 to 60-mile Snapper trips. Operated by Captain Shannon LaBauve this charter is fun and educational, and most of all productive! Captain Shannon has been guiding for over 25 years out of the Galveston Yacht Basin, and catching tournament winning fish!

New for 2023 season for Galveston Offshore's 31 ft Oceanmaster are as follows: New Mesa Grey Paint from Sea Foam Green, New 2023 Twin 300 HP Suzuki Outboards, New Dual Seastar Ram Steering, New Rocker Switches and Panel, New Garmin 1243 XSV GPS Chart Plotter, New Garmin GXM-54 XM radio antenna, New Fusion MS-RA210 XM radio, New VHF radio, New T-Top cover, New seat cushions, New Minn Kota 87 inch trolling motor anchor, and New G Line single 36-volt lithium trolling motor battery. Onboard, there is also all the safety equipment you might need, including a state-of-the-art EPIRB system and a life raft for 8 people.

The fish in Galveston are big and bountiful. You can fish the jetty for Redfish, Trout, Flounder, Black Drum, and Sharks. Or you can go after the all-around favorite Red Snapper, which Captain Shannon kindly gives a 101 on in one of his videos.Then, there are Ling and King Mackerel on the offshore trips that take you out some 25 to 40 miles offshore. Alternatively, you can run even further as far as 60 miles and target Mahi Mahi, Grouper, Wahoo, and Amberjack.

Galveston Offshore will provide Shimano reels, heavy tackle rods, and live bait. All you really have to think is a Texas fishing license with a saltwater stamp. No Fuel Surcharge.

Shannon LaBauve
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Shannon LaBauve
31 years of experience
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4 Hour Trip — Jetty Fishing
In high demand Last booked: 6 days ago
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Jan 1 - Dec 31
Black Drum
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
Pompano
+3
US $495
Entire boat: 2 people
5 Hour Trip — Jetty Fishing
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
May 15 - Nov 15
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+8
US $800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip — Red Shark Hunt
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 7:00 AM)
Seasonal trip
May 15 - Nov 15
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+8
US $900
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Trip — Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
5 hour trip multiple starting times (7:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 31
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Tarpon
Redfish
+3
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
7 Hour Trip — Iron Fist Fall
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Oct 31
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Tarpon
Redfish
+4
US $1,500
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Trip — Federal Offshore
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Nov 1 - Dec 31
Cobia
Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Mangrove)
US $2,000
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip — Federal Offshore
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Feb 1 - May 30
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+2
US $2,250
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Trip — Federal Offshore
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Oct 27 - Nov 30
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Mangrove)
US $2,250
Entire boat: up to 6 people
10 Hour Trip — Offshore Trip
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Oct 26
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Snapper (Red)
Snapper (Mangrove)
+2
US $2,500
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Rating

4.9
1128 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

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What anglers say

97%
Great experience
95%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
92%
Caught fish

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Brian Elders
Brian Elders
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2020
2 trips
5.0
Verified
Awesome Trip!
4 Hour Trip — Jetty Fishing on March 10, 20264 adults

Captain Shannon was fantastic to fish with. He is truly a master at his craft. Not only did he put us on some great fish (we did limit out), he was overall genuine, kind and from my brief interaction always tries to do things right. Case in point, we ran over ~500 ft of floating 3in rope on our way out in the dark (morning trip). He untangled it and pulled all of it in his boat, just so another boater wouldn't run over it (so much rope we couldn't even walk on 1 side of the boat). If your looking for a great human being who also knows how to fish extremely well, he's the one you want. He is defintiely a cut above. His first mate Blake was also a great deck hand. I highly recommend Captain Shannon (except for when I want to come back down and fish with him :) ).

Reported catch:
Black Drum
Sheepshead
Shannon LaBauve
Response from Captain

thanks Brian

Jamie Magee
Jamie Magee
us
Wisconsin, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Best Trip and Best Captain Ever!
4 Hour Trip — Jetty Fishing on July 3, 20264 adults

This was my family’s first fishing charter and it was absolutely awesome! Captain Shannon was the perfect guide for our experience! He was very welcoming, personable, patient, and excellent with instructions which led to catch after catch for our entire group, no matter how much fishing experience anyone had. He even gave us the best hassle free tips on where to go to get our fish cooked and prepared any way we like it.This was the perfect end to a wonderful day! Captain Shannon was the best!

Reported catch:
Black Drum
Redfish
Speckled Trout
Shannon LaBauve
Response from Captain

thanks Jamie

Ed Lerby
Ed Lerby
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Awesome experience
5 Hour Trip — Jetty Fishing on August 5, 20263 adults1 child

Captain Shannon is awesome. Five minutes after we stopped by the jetty we started catching fish every two or three minutes never went 10 minutes without catching fish. We brought 17 keepers back to the dock; Red-drum speckled trout and one sheep head. We will definitely use GalvestonOffshore again.

Shannon LaBauve
Response from Captain

thanks Ed

Ty Massey
Ty Massey
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Amazing Trip
8 Hour Trip — Federal Offshore on April 26, 20266 adults

Went offshore with Captain Shannon and had a great time. He knew where to go and kept us on fish the whole trip. We got lines in quick and stayed busy. When the bite slowed, he moved us and it paid off. Gear was solid and ready the whole time. He kept things simple and easy to follow, so nobody felt lost. Boat ride was smooth even when it got a little rough. We landed some good fish and had fun doing it. I’d go back out with him again for sure.

Reported catch:
Red Snapper
Shannon LaBauve
Response from Captain

thanks Ty

Rick Norton
Rick Norton
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2022
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Morning trip with Captain Shannon
4 Hour Trip — Jetty Fishing on August 21, 20251 adult

Went on a morning fishing trip with Captain Shannon. He was verry accommodating with me on letting me start a little later than normal. Caught my limit on trout and tried for some reds but no luck. For me it's about being on the water weather we catch fish or not. I just love to be on the water. If you are ever in the Galveston area hit up Captain Shannon from Galveston offshore charters. Lots of experience and knowledge and an overall joy to fish with. Thanks Captain Shannon for a wonderful fishing trip today. I will definitely be booking a future fishing trip with you. Thanks again sir.

Reported catch:
Speckled Trout
Shannon LaBauve
Response from Captain

Thanks Rick

FAQs about Galveston Offshore

Galveston Offshore offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $495 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip — Jetty Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $495 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip — Jetty Fishing - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 5 Hour Trip — Jetty Fishing (5 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 5 Hour Trip — Jetty Fishing - 1:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 5 Hour Trip — Red Shark Hunt (5 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 5 Hour Trip — Red Shark Hunt - 7:00 AM (5 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 5 Hour Trip — Nearshore (5 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - 5 Hour Trip — Nearshore - 1:00 PM (5 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - 7 Hour Trip — Iron Fist Fall (7 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group - 6 Hour Trip — Federal Offshore (6 hours)
  • US $2,250 per group - 8 Hour Trip — Federal Offshore (8 hours)
  • US $2,250 per group - 8 Hour Trip — Federal Offshore (8 hours)
  • US $2,500 per group - 10 Hour Trip — Offshore Trip (10 hours)
When you book a trip with Galveston Offshore, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Full size toilet.
  • GPS Garmin 7''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers
  • Radar Garmin
Trips booked with Galveston Offshore include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano reels)
  • Live bait (We occasionally fish for live bait for bigger species like sharks and bull reds.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Cleaning fish is part of trip price.)
Galveston Offshore offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (On Offshore trip we travel 40-60 miles.)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Galveston Offshore offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Galveston Offshore include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Scamp)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Hammerhead)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tarpon
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Shannon LaBauve
Shannon LaBauve
Shannon LaBauve

Galveston, Texas, United States

49 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
1128 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since July 2017
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 was born in Lake Charles La from a fishing family. Many of my relatives are professional fishermen and guides. I have been guiding with a Captain's license for 30 years. I am the owner and operator of the sea foam green boat you see in the ad.

49 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
1128 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since July 2017
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 was born in Lake Charles La from a fishing family. Many of my relatives are professional fishermen and guides. I have been guiding with a Captain's license for 30 years. I am the owner and operator of the sea foam green boat you see in the ad.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Scamp Grouper
Scamp Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Hammerhead Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tarpon
Tarpon
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Scamp Grouper
Scamp Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)

Real catches by this captain

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What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
31 ft
Year built
2001
Boat manufacturer
Ocean Master
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
2 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
On Offshore trip we travel 40-60 miles.
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

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

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Full size toilet.
GPS
Garmin 7''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''''
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Outriggers
Radar
Garmin
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Shimano reels
Live bait
We occasionally fish for live bait for bigger species like sharks and bull reds.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Cleaning fish is part of trip price.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
3 years and over
You keep catch

How you can pay

Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% 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

What’s biting in Galveston right now

AmberjackAmberjack
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
Shark (Hammerhead)Shark (Hammerhead)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TarponTarpon

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