Captain
David Rappelet

Member since July 2016 Houston, United States
Background
I come from a long line of fishermen. We have fished these waters since I was a child, and I raised in Louisiana waters as well, along with my grandparents. I became a full time fisherman to teach and share the enjoyment of the sport and all it has to offer.
Techniques
Popping cork Bottom fishing Drifting Artificial

Hey, I'm Captain David Rappelet

Houston, United States
Background
I come from a long line of fishermen. We have fished these waters since I was a child, and I raised in Louisiana waters as well, along with my grandparents. I became a full time fisherman to teach and share the enjoyment of the sport and all it has to offer.
Techniques
Popping cork Bottom fishing Drifting Artificial

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.6 / 5
(169 reviews)
Houston
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Trips from US $280

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.6 / 5
out of 5 stars from 169 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (204)
August fishing trip
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June fishing trip
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
92%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
92%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
93%
Caught fish
89%
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Bruce R.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome Sat Morning

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Trip (AM) on September 27, 2025
Just in Houston for a few days for work and booked a morning fish. Caught a ton of drums and some reds. Captain Dave was great,...
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Kammi L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

One after another

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on August 19, 2025
Awesome Captain , David helps with bait & removing fish, clean fish & clean organized boat that offers drinks. I would definitely...
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Rolando C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Experience

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on May 17, 2025
The captain was super nice and very knowledgeable. The water wasnโ€™t ideal for good fishing, yet we still caught our limit....
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Julie T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

August fishing trip

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on August 11, 2025
Great experience lots of fun. Captain knew all the great fishing spots for redfish and black drum! Highly recommended fishing...
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Giovanni M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Best damn charter Iโ€™ve ever been on

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on November 16, 2024
Captain David ran the best damn charter Iโ€™ve ever been on. Friendly, knowledgeable, good company, AND reasonably priced!!...
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