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Full Day – Close Offshore (11AM)

4.7
/5
(93 reviews)
4.7
/5
(93 reviews)
6 hour trip, starts at 11:00 AM
Galveston
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Full Day – Close Offshore (11AM)

4.7
/5
(93 reviews)
6 hour trip, starts at 11:00 AM
Operated by
–Rod Bending Charters 30’
Private tour–Entire boat for your group
Galveston
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2 adults • 0 children
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Full Day – Close Offshore (11AM)
6 hour trip, starts at 11:00 AM
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6h • 11:00 AM • 2 person
US $1,378
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About the trip

This trip is up to 9 miles offshore. The trip includes all rods, reels, bait, tackle, fuel, and cleaning of catch. Expected catch includes Shark, Redfish, Kingfish, Jack, Stingray, Spadefish, etc.

About the charter operator

Rod Bending Charters
Rod Bending Charters
Rod Bending Charters
Galveston, Texas, United States
ID & license verified
487 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since February 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 Jason Woods started fishing the Gulf as a kid and turned his passion into a career he loves. He has been in the business for 20 years and has over 30 years of experience fishing the waters around Galveston. He takes great pride in providing once-in-a-lifetime fishing experiences and especially enjoys teaching young anglers and watching kids have a great time catching fish.

Which fish you can target

Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Ladyfish
Ladyfish
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Bonnethead Shark
Bull Shark
Bull Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel

Boat specs

Boat Image
Category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
30 ft
Year built
2015
Boat manufacturer
Sea Hunt
Boat type
Center console

Customer reviews

Trip Reviews (8)
Charter Reviews (93)
Rating summary
4.3
/5
out of 5 stars from 8 reviews
Photos & videos by reviewers (15)
Full Day Close Offshore with Captain Big John
Full Day Close Offshore with Captain Big John
Near Offshore
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Hugh B.
Hugh B.
Vega, TX
5.0
/5
Jul 29, 2023
Full Day – Close Offshore (11AM)

Full Day Close Offshore with Captain Big John

VERIFIED
What a trip! Me and a few of my friends were looking to go spend a good day on the water and catch some good fish and we couldn’t...  
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Cat D.
Cat D.
Hudson Oaks, TX
5.0
/5
Jul 19, 2023
Full Day – Close Offshore (11AM)

Near Offshore

VERIFIED
Captain Big John and first mate Connor were awesome! We had a great time catching Bonnetheads, Spade fish, and Sand Trout. Highly...  
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Nearby attractions

Lindale Park

Which types of fishing are offered

Nearshore fishing
Offshore fishing
Reef fishing
Wreck fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light tackle
Heavy tackle
Bottom fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Popping
Drift fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
porta potty
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Radio
Sonar

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
We do provide some live bait but you're welcome to purchase more the morning of the trip if you would like. Just discuss this with your captain prior to leaving the dock.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Your captain will clean and bag your catch for you once you get back to dock!
First mate
There is possibility of a mate on this boat with customary 20% gratuity appreciated.

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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Very child friendly.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Disabled accessible
No ramp (must be able to transfer)

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 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
Bank transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.
Operated by
Rod Bending Charters 30’
Private tour
Entire boat for your group
Captain
Jason Woods
Group Size
6

About the trip

This trip is up to 9 miles offshore. The trip includes all rods, reels, bait, tackle, fuel, and cleaning of catch. Expected catch includes Shark, Redfish, Kingfish, Jack, Stingray, Spadefish, etc.

About the charter operator

Rod Bending Charters
Rod Bending Charters
Galveston, Texas, United States
ID & license verified
487 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since February 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 Jason Woods started fishing the Gulf as a kid and turned his passion into a career he loves. He has been in the business for 20 years and has over 30 years of experience fishing the waters around Galveston. He takes great pride in providing once-in-a-lifetime fishing experiences and especially enjoys teaching young anglers and watching kids have a great time catching fish.

Which fish you can target

Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Ladyfish
Ladyfish

Boat specs

Boat Image
Category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
30 ft
Year built
2015
Boat manufacturer
Sea Hunt
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
2 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

Customer reviews

Trip Reviews (8)
Charter Reviews (93)
Rating summary
4.3
/5
out of 5 stars from 8 reviews
Photos & videos by reviewers (15)
Full Day Close Offshore with Captain Big John
Full Day Close Offshore with Captain Big John
Near Offshore
+12
Hugh B.
Hugh B.
Vega, TX
5.0
/5
Full Day – Close Offshore (11AM) on July 29, 2023

Full Day Close Offshore with Captain Big John

VERIFIED
What a trip! Me and a few of my friends were looking to go spend a good day on the water and catch some good fish and we couldn’t have picked better! Big John was amazing and got us on a spot where we were immediately hooked up. As we reeled the first fish up we saw a cobia swim after it. Big John got a rod and I spent a couple hours pitching at it everytime we saw it until we finally hooked it. What an amazing fish. Big John cleaned everything really well and was the nicest guy ever. Can definitely...  
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 Hugh B. recommends Rod Bending Charters 30’
Cat D.
Cat D.
Hudson Oaks, TX
5.0
/5
Full Day – Close Offshore (11AM) on July 19, 2023

Near Offshore

VERIFIED
Captain Big John and first mate Connor were awesome! We had a great time catching Bonnetheads, Spade fish, and Sand Trout. Highly recommend taking a trip with them, we will definitely be back.
Captain Big John and first mate Connor were awesome! We had a great time catching Bonnetheads, Spade fish, and Sand Trout. Highly recommend taking a trip with them, we will definitely be back.  
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 Cat D. recommends Rod Bending Charters 30’

Nearby attractions

Lindale Park

Which types of fishing are offered

Nearshore fishing
Offshore fishing
Reef fishing
Wreck fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light tackle
Heavy tackle
Bottom fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Popping
Drift fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
porta potty
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Radio
Sonar

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
We do provide some live bait but you're welcome to purchase more the morning of the trip if you would like. Just discuss this with your captain prior to leaving the dock.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Your captain will clean and bag your catch for you once you get back to dock!
First mate
There is possibility of a mate on this boat with customary 20% gratuity appreciated.

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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
Very child friendly.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed
Disabled accessible
No ramp (must be able to transfer)

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 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
Bank transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 5% charge will apply.
US $1,378
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