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Galveston Offshore (which has more than 800 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 Surcharg



Trip availability and prices

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Jetty Fishing (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jan 1 - Dec 31
    Price for 2 persons
    US $495
    You will fish for Trout, Redfish, Flounder, Bull Reds, Black Drum, and Sharks on these Jetty Trips. No Fuel Surcharges added.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Jetty Fishing (PM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Jan 1 - Dec 31
    Price for 2 persons
    US $495
    On this afternoon trip, you will fish for Trout, Redfish, Flounder, Bull Reds, Black Drum, and Sharks on these Jetty Trips. No Fuel Surcharges added.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip - Nearshore (AM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 31
    Price for 2 persons
    US $700
    The Hottest Action Trip that on offer. Target Blacktip Sharks, Tarpon, Kingfish, and Ling on these nearshore Trips. You will usually fish 5-8 miles off the Galveston Beachfront. After shrimp season starts July 15th the action is on. You can catch anywhere from 5-40 sharks per trip with many customers bowing down and worn ou. Other species include Tripletail, Jack Crevalle, Bull Redfish, Spinner Sharks, and Hammerhead Sharks. No Fuel Surcharges added.
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip - Nearshore (PM)
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Oct 31
    Price for 2 persons
    US $700
    This trip goes after the afternoon bite of Blacktip Sharks, Tarpon, Kingfish, and Ling on these nearshore Trips. You will usually fish 5-8 miles off the Galveston Beachfront. After shrimp season starts July 15th the action is on. You can catch anywhere from 5-40 sharks per trip with many customers bowing down and worn ou. Other species include Tripletail, Jack Crevalle, Bull Redfish, Spinner Sharks, and Hammerhead Sharks. No Fuel Surcharges added.
  • Private trip
    Iron Fist Fall 7 Hour
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    7 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 1 - Oct 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $1,500
    Experience both jetty and nearshore fishing on this trip. Or request spending all the time in one of the fisheries. Our fall bull redfish runs is one of the best on the Gulf Coast. While our beachfront nearrshore trips are action packed behind shrimp boats or simply targeting schools of bait fish for sharks, ling, and tarpon.
    Types of fishing
    Inshore Fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Heavy Tackle
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Tarpon
    Tarpon
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Shark (Hammerhead)
    Hammerhead Shark
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Speckled Trout
    Speckled Trout
  • Private trip
    Winter Federal Offshore 30-45 miles
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Nov 1 - Dec 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $2,000
    Federal Offshore trip targeting species like Mangrove Snapper and others that have an open season
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Offshore Fishing
    Reef Fishing
    Wreck Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Deep Sea Fishing
    Bottom Fishing
    Light Tackle
    Heavy Tackle
    Trolling
    Spinning
    Drift Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
  • Private trip
    8 Hour – Spring Offshore Federal
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Feb 1 - May 30
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $2,250
    You will fish federal waters 30-40 miles offshore and target Mangrove Snapper, Ling, and Lane Snapper. There may be some Red Snapper for catch and release while fishing for the previous mentioned fish.
  • Private trip
    Fall Offshore Federal 15-40 miles
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Aug 28 - Oct 31
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $2,250
    After our federal Red Snapper season closed we target Mangrove Snapper, Ling, King Mackeral, and Mahi Mahi.
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Mangrove)
    Mangrove Snapper
  • Private trip
    Offshore 30-60 mile trip
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Aug 28
    Price for up to 6 persons
    US $2,250
    You will go out in search of Red Snapper, Kingfish, Ling, Mahi Mahi, Grouper, Wahoo, and Amberjack. No Fuel Surcharges added.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 905 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (1950)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
90%
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Kayla B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Amazing trip!!!

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip - Nearshore (PM) on August 4, 2024
I had my husband and 2 teenage boys on this trip. Shannon knew we wanted to catch some shark. We had several bites and a catch...
Kayla B. recommends Galveston Offshore
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Shelby S.
Excellent
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Experience:
Excellent
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Boat
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5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great near shore trip and awesome captain!

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip - Nearshore (AM) on June 15, 2024
We arrived early and Shannon didn’t waste no time to get us right on some fish! He is a stand up guy and very informational...
Shelby S. recommends Galveston Offshore
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Derek C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

My arms hurt : )

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip - Nearshore (AM) on August 8, 2024
Just pick this boat if you want to catch some fish. ( I know sharks are not fish but for this they count)  Asked for an adventure...
Derek C. recommends Galveston Offshore
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Daryl V.
Excellent
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Experience:
Excellent
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Boat
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Crew
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May fishing trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Jetty Fishing (AM) on May 29, 2024
Capt. Shannon put a lot of effort in to ensure we had a good experience on out trip. There was a really bad storm that blew...
Daryl V. recommends Galveston Offshore
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Michael K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

CAUGHT OUR LIMIT IN 2 HOURS

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Jetty Fishing (PM) on April 18, 2024
EVERYTHING WORKED LIKE CLOCKWORK WITH REGARD TO THE RESERVATION, COMMUNICATION WITH THE CAPTAIN, DEPARTURE TIME, ETC.  NICE...
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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 (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $495 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Jetty Fishing (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip - Nearshore (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $700 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip - Nearshore (PM) (5 hours)
  • US $1,500 per group - Iron Fist Fall 7 Hour (7 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group - Winter Federal Offshore 30-45 miles (6 hours)
  • US $2,250 per group - 8 Hour – Spring Offshore Federal (8 hours)
  • US $2,250 per group - Fall Offshore Federal 15-40 miles (8 hours)
  • US $2,250 per group - Offshore 30-60 mile trip (10 hours)

When you book a trip with Galveston Offshore, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Full size
  • GPS Garmin 7
  • Fishfinder Fur
  • Live Bait Well
  • Outriggers
  • Radar Garmin

Trips booked with Galveston Offshore include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Shimano reels)
  • Live Bait
  • Catch cleaning & filleting

Galveston Offshore offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • 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)
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Tarpon
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Shannon LaBauve
Galveston, Texas, United States
31 Fishing Reports
910 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since July 2017
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 over 25 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)
Grouper (Scamp) Scamp Grouper

What the boat is 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

Which types of fishing are offered

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
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
GPS
Garmin 7
Fishfinder
Fur
Live Bait Well
Outriggers
Radar
Garmin

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Shimano reels
Live Bait
Catch cleaning & filleting

How cancellations work

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

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

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